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Whimsical Postmodern Cardboard Sculptural Chair
$718.04
£537.53
€600
CA$988.47
A$1,080.60
CHF 571.68
MX$12,931.07
NOK 7,273.86
SEK 6,658.48
DKK 4,571.26
About the Item
Postmodern whimsical cardboard sculptural chair from Germany 1980s in brown cardboard and reminiscent of Frank Gehry. The chair is surprisingly ergonomic and comfortable. It certainly adds playful flair and amusement to your space.
Condition is good vintage condition with some minimal and acceptable signs of wear.
Dimensions as follows:
Depth: 22.5 in (57 cm), width: 20 in (51 cm), height: 34.25 in (87 cm), seat height: 17.3 in (44 cm).
Having established his own firm in Los Angeles in 1961, Gehry saw a pile of corrugated cardboard outside his office and started to experiment. Inspired by a childhood spent exploring his grandfather’s hardware shop, Gehry set about creating the Easy Edges furniture series, highlighting the strength and versatility of cardboard.
“I discovered that by alternating the direction of layers of corrugations, the finished board had enough strength to support a small car, and a uniform, velvety texture on all four sides,” he told The Christian Science Monitor in 1972. “I found I could cut these edge board sections into geometrical forms, or bend them into sculptural, ribbon-candy folds.”
The shape is reminiscent of Verner Panton’s 1960 fiberglass Panton chair. Gehry’s cardboard pieces were originally designed for artist Robert Irwin’s studio but become popular when produced for the public.
- Similar to:Frank Gehry (Designer)
- Dimensions:Height: 34.26 in (87 cm)Width: 20.08 in (51 cm)Depth: 22.45 in (57 cm)Seat Height: 17.33 in (44 cm)
- Style:Post-Modern (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:1980s
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Grand Cayman, KY
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU5587231053162
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