Dornach School Plant Stand with Shelves in Wood and Metal

Plant stand, wood, metal, 1930s

This wooden plant stand from the 1930s combines an open structure with angular silhouettes and carved decoration. Its faceted outlines recall the Dornach School, associated with Rudolf Steiner’s anthroposophical approach to art and architecture.

The upper section accommodates a metal liner, framed by a raised wooden border with a peaked centre and flowing carved motifs. Elongated polygonal openings lighten the side panels, while two shelves provide additional space for plants or decorative objects. Their gently curved fronts soften the upright structure and echo the shaped lower rail. The warm colour and visible grain of the wood, together with the textured carving, give the piece a distinctive handmade character.