Voetenbank bekleed met rode wol 1924

"Voetenbank bekleed met rode wol" (Footrest covered with red wool), created in 1924 by Dutch artist Hendrik Wouda, is a simple yet elegant example of functionalist design. The footrest features a rectangular wooden frame with a cushioned top covered in red wool. The piece showcases Wouda's mastery of woodworking, evident in the clean lines and carefully crafted details. Though small in scale, the footrest embodies Wouda's commitment to simplicity and functionality in design, characteristics that were popular in early 20th-century Dutch design.