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Frank Gehry Wiggle Side Chair, Easy Edges, 90s

Price:$1,150

$1,335.76List Price

About the Item

The Frank Gehry Wiggle Side Chair, also known as the Easy Edges Chair, is an iconic piece of furniture designed by the renowned architect Frank Gehry in the 1970s. While Gehry is primarily known for his groundbreaking architectural designs, the Wiggle Side Chair showcases his innovative approach to furniture design. The chair is made using an unconventional material: corrugated cardboard. Gehry used this material to create a distinct aesthetic and explore the possibilities of inexpensive and readily available materials. By utilizing cardboard, Gehry challenged the notion that furniture had to be made from traditional, expensive materials like wood or metal. The design of the Wiggle Side Chair is characterized by its sculptural form and undulating curves, resembling a wavy ribbon or a folded piece of paper. The organic, flowing lines of the chair give it a dynamic and fluid appearance. Gehry achieved this shape by layering and laminating sheets of corrugated cardboard, then shaping them into the desired form. One of the defining features of the Wiggle Side Chair is its simplicity in construction. The chair is assembled from just a few flat pieces of cardboard, which are then bent and interlocked to form the final shape. This construction technique eliminates the need for additional fasteners or adhesives, emphasizing the purity of the design. The 90s marked a resurgence in popularity for the Wiggle Side Chair, as Gehry's unique approach to furniture design gained recognition and appreciation. The chair became an emblem of the deconstructivist movement in architecture and design, characterized by unconventional forms, bold geometry, and an emphasis on challenging traditional design principles. The Wiggle Side Chair continues to be an influential and sought-after design piece. It has been exhibited in numerous museums and galleries around the world, including the Museum of Modern Art in New York City. Its distinctive appearance and innovative use of materials have made it a true design icon of the 20th century.

Attributed to:
Frank Gehry (Designer)Vitra (Manufacturer)
Dimensions:
Height: 34.26 in (87 cm)Width: 14.97 in (38 cm)Depth: 34.26 in (87 cm)Seat Height: 16.93 in (43 cm)
Style:
Organic Modern (In the Style Of)
Materials and Techniques:
Paper
Place of Origin:
Europe
Period:
1990-1999
Date of Manufacture:
1990
Condition:
Wear consistent with age and use.
Seller Location:
GOOR, NL
Reference Number:
1stDibs: LU8141234355502

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