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Timeless Elegance: The Design Legacy of Poul Kjærholm

Timeless Elegance: The Design Legacy of Poul Kjærholm

Poul Kjærholm was a Danish designer known for combining modern materials with timeless design. His furniture is celebrated for its clean lines, functional beauty, and elegant simplicity. At Galerie Gaudium, we are proud to offer some of his most iconic pieces. Who Was...

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Discovering Dutch Modernism

Discovering Dutch Modernism

Dutch Modernism is a movement in architecture and design emerged in the early 20th century. It had a significant impact on the visual landscape of the Netherlands. From the stunning buildings of the Amsterdamse School to the emphasis on traditional craftsmanship in...

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New exhibition: “The Colour of Spring!”

New exhibition: “The Colour of Spring!”

Galerie Gaudium proudly presents the new exhibition: “The Colour of Spring”. To celebrate spring, beautiful pieces of vintage design furniture and lighting will be on display along with the unique works of Dutch artists Harry Gijsberts and Guido Schneider. About the...

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The PK22: A Masterpiece of Danish Design

The PK22: A Masterpiece of Danish Design

Danish furniture designer Poul Kjaerholm was one of the leading figures of the Danish Modern movement, and his iconic PK22 chair is a masterpiece of mid-century modern design. First introduced in 1956, the PK22 is still sought after by collectors and design...

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The Legacy of Dom Hans van der Laan

The Legacy of Dom Hans van der Laan

Dom Hans Van der Laan was a Dutch Benedictine monk who became an architect and designer in the mid-20th century. Born in 1904 in the Netherlands, Van der Laan grew up in a family of architects and builders, which would later influence his career as an architect and...

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Reyn Dirksen: an icon of Dutch advertising art

Reyn Dirksen: an icon of Dutch advertising art

We are very proud to have a few art prints by Dutch advertising artist Reyn Dirksen added to our collection. This is a brief history of an iconic Dutch artist! Early life Reyn Dirksen (Haarlem 1924 - Amsterdam 1999) studied at the Institute of Applied Arts Education,...

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Galerie Gaudium is open to the public again!

Galerie Gaudium is open to the public again!

After being closed due to the Covid pandemic, Galerie Gaudium is finally able to open our doors again and receive visitors! We took this opportunity to update our cognac themed exhibition. Anyone who hasn't seen this collection yet, now has another chance! We take a...

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Cognac Furniture at Galerie Gaudium

Cognac Furniture at Galerie Gaudium

Galerie Gaudium proudly presents our newest exhibition. We take a moment to forget our worries and direct our attention to the refined taste of Cognac, applied in the world of design! A colour that combines warmth with luxury. Complimented by quality rugs from iconic...

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The Movie Stars of Vintage Design!

The Movie Stars of Vintage Design!

Vintage design has taken a prominent place in our everyday lives. The all-time favorites are popular in homes, restaurants and other public places. They live up the background of any photo shoot or shopping window. To top it off, several designs have found their way...

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Friso Kramer’s no-nonsense revolution

Friso Kramer’s no-nonsense revolution

We at Galerie Gaudium love the designs by Friso Kramer. Let's take you through a brief history of them, to show you what makes these pieces so special.   The Dutch designer, who was born in our beloved Amsterdam, excels in industrialism. Friso Kramer is one of...

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