Mrs. Herz Velet Stand

Robert Wettstein

Designed by Robert Wettstein in 1985, the Mrs. Herz valet stand is an iconic example of expressive, postmodern avantgarde design from Germany. This particular piece is a very early edition, marked No. 10. The valet stand features a slim, sculptural frame made from reinforcing steel, with a stylized leather torso suspended by nylon cord — a bold yet poetic combination of industrial and organic materials. More than just a functional object, Mrs. Herz plays with anthropomorphic form and architectural structure, offering a distinctly human presence within a utilitarian context.