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What is the Ball Chair made of?

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What is the Ball Chair made of?
The iconic Ball Chair is made of fiberglass, creating that rounded shape. The interior of a Ball Chair is upholstered in fine fabrics. Originally designed by Finnish furniture designer Eero Aarnio in 1963, this rounded chair is considered a classic display of industrial design. Shop a collection of Ball Chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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Set of Chairs Designed by Eero Aarnio for UPO Furniture, Finland
By Eero Aarnio
Located in Beerse, VAN
These bold red chairs, designed by Eero Aarnio for UPO, are a true reflection of the Plastic Fantastic era of the 1960s. With their playful forms and glossy finish, they capture the...
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Late 20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Plastic

Eero Aarnio for Asko Chair Orange Fiberglass Pastil or Pastille , Finland, 1968
By Asko, Eero Aarnio
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
An orange high gloss fiberglass 'Pastille' ('pastil' or 'Gyro') chair designed by Finish designer Eero Aarnio in 1968 for modern furniture maker Asko Oy in Helsinki, Finland. This vi...
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Vintage 1960s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fiberglass

Eero Aarnio, pair of rattan Juttu stools
By Artek, Eero Aarnio
Located in Turku, Varsinais-Suomi
Embrace the timeless beauty of Scandinavian craftsmanship with this exquisite pair of rattan Juttu stools by the legendary designer Eero Aarnio. These stools exude a natural elegance...
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Stools

Materials

Wicker, Rattan

Eero Aarnio, 1960 s wicker Juttu stool for Artek
By Eero Aarnio, Artek
Located in Turku, Varsinais-Suomi
Introducing the iconic Eero Aarnio wicker Juttu stool, originally designed in the 1960's and offered by Artek. This vintage design piece features a unique and playful form that perfe...
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Stools

Materials

Wicker, Rattan

Eero Aarnio, Lounge Chairs, Rattan, Leather, Finland, 1970s
By Eero Aarnio
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of woven rattan and brown leather lounge chairs designed by Eero Aarnio, Finland, 1970s. Provenance: From the Baughman-designed interior of Thayer and Doris Coggin house, Hig...
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Vintage 1970s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Rattan

Eero Aarnio Small Walnut Parabel Table in STOCK
By Eero Aarnio
Located in New York, NY
Walnut Parabel side table Damaged during transportation but still a very beautiful piece. The Parabel was designed in 1993 by Eero Aarnio, and first shown at the International Furn...
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2010s Finnish Side Tables

Materials

Walnut

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