Design icon John Dickinson left behind him innovative and iconic creations, and his work is now represented at the David Sutherland. David Sutherland furniture is taking the opportunity in 2012 to celebrate the design of Dickinson with a limited series of estate-authorized productions cast from the creator’s own works and molds.
Darrin Alfred, curatorial associate of architecture and design at San Francisco Museum of Modern Art (SFMOMA), once said, “Dickinson’s designs demonstrate his ability to both startle and amuse in a constant pursuit of originality.” A major exhibition of the San Francisco-based designer’s drawings and furniture pieces were on display at the museum in 2004. “His designs … still look unique and fresh even after 20 years,” Alfred added.
Part of the reason for this freshness was Dickinson's use of industrial materials in neutral tones. Dickinson preferred to create drama by altering the scale, shape, and texture of furniture instead of using colors and patterns, which would date with the passing of years and changing styles. Using an austere, classically inspired visual vocabulary, he drew upon historical and cultural references to define a style that appeared refined yet casual, and timeless yet up-to-date. Today’s examples by Sutherland are Dickinson’s original creations, in a stronger, more durable material.
David Sutherland has built his company partly on Dickinson's refined design sensibility but also by partnering with the greatest artists working in the design world today. Now he reaches to the past and the future at the same time by bringing vigorous life to the work of one of design history’s acknowledged masters.
To view the collection, visit David Sutherland online; call 1-800-717-8325 for further information; or drop by the David Sutherland showroom at the DDB, PDC, DCH, or DCOTA.
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