"Living landscapes" was a major theme in 1960's design. Verner Panton, who was constantly searching for new ideas for the home, made a variety of especially interesting and original contributions to this theme, championing "more comfort, more of an experience, and more color". His Living Tower uses all three dimensions of a room. The organically shaped sculptural piece can be used at four different levels. Panton believed that it is important to seek harmony between people and their surroundings... the living tower fosters communication and interaction. Vitra originally produced this piece in very limited numbers in 1969, and in an amazing display of inspiration, does so once again.
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Design Charles & Ray Eames®, 1956. Molded plywood, die-cast aluminum legs, leather upholstery. Made by Herman Miller®. "Who would say that pleasure is not useful?" -Charles Eames
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Design Charles Pollock, 1965. Aluminum frame, polypropylene shell, upholstery. Made in USA by Knoll. The Pollock chair continues to maintain its quintessential role with its timeless and contemporary elegance. Offered in a variety of luxurious fabrics, leathers and finishes, the versatile and extremely comfortable chair features a waterfall front, thick tufted upholstery and a signature aluminum rim. The Pollock chair is the perfect choice for conference rooms and private offices as well as many other environments.
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Design Alexander Girard, 1963. Solid firwood, hand painted. Made in Poland by Vitra. Alongside Charles and Ray Eames as well as George Nelson, Alexander Girard was one of the decisive figures in post-War American design. The focus of his broad oeuvre was on textile design, and a key source of inspiration for him was his passion for the popular art of South America, Asia and East Europe. The Wooden Dolls, which Girard created for his own home in Santa Fe and made himself, are likewise inspired by his own extensive collection of works of popular art. Half decorative element, half toy, the Wooden Dolls were originally intended only for personal use. Based on documents and originals found in the Girard Estate held by the Vitra Design Museum, the partly joyful, partly grim-looking company of dolls is now coming out as a limited edition as a charming enhancement to any interior.
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Design Verner Panton, 1959. Shell with upholstery and seat cushion, brushed stainless steel base. Made in Germany by Vitra. In 1958 he returned to Denmark full of unconventional ideas... one of which evolved into the iconic Heart Cone Chair. Defying gravity, the cone was both futuristic and shocking... so much so that when it was exhibited in a shop window in New York City police had to order its removal due to the traffic chaos its presence created. A comfortable club chair for everyday use, Vitra has faithfully re-issued this classic in close collaboration with the Panton estate. The Heart Cone Chair takes its name from its heart-shaped silhouette. 35" h | 40.5" w | 24.5" d $3,430.00 + free shipping in the continental U.S. (usually ships in 3-4 days).
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Design Charles & Ray Eames®, 1969. Aluminum, upholstery. Made by Herman Miller®. "Design is a plan for arranging elements in such a way as best to accomplish a particular purpose." -Charles Eames
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Design Marta Sansoni, 2002. Stainless steel. Made by Alessi. The Cactus collection is a simple yet decorative design for the home. Includes a series of cactus-patterned objects in 18/10 stainless steel. Offered here is the fruit holder which can be used as a storage item or a beautiful display piece. Available in your choice of two sizes. Italian born, architect and designer, Marta Sansoni creates designs for private homes, commercial spaces, outlets and interior fittings through her studio in Florence. Several of her works have been mentioned by "The international design yearbook 1999" and by "Designing the 21st century". med.; 8.3" dia | 3.7" h large; 11.4" dia | 4.25" h
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Right now, I'm sitting here eating my Skinny Cow ice cream sandwich, watching Flight of the Conchords, submitting sites to my favorite Social Networking websites, all the while my Noguchi Akari lamp is lighting my way...I adore this lamp more than any of my other mid-century modern pieces. I only wish it was a true vintage piece...but reissues are always in mint condition, right? ;)
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Design Frank Lloyd Wright, 1936 steel, wood. Made in Italy by Cassina Designed in 1936 for the S.C. Johnson Wax Company, this iconoclastic desk and chair still satisfy the needs of that person looking for a functioning work of art to place in their home or workplace. Brick-red metal frame with natural cherry wood accent top and arms. A pendaflex file drawer, wastebasket, and accompanying file rack complete this state of the art design. Cassina is the exclusive licensed and authorized manufacturer of Frank Lloyd Wright designs worldwide. Every item in the Cassina Wright Collection bears the signature of the designer and a serial number. The serial number indicates the exact date of production and allows the article to be matched with its Identity Card.
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Design Antonio Citterio with Oliver làw, pmma + chrome plated steel. Made in Italy by Kartell Mobil is a system of containers that can boast the merits of lightness, mobility, functionality, resistance and durability. Tops and drawers are available with a striking effect of semi-transparency, opaques and polishes in the new version in transparent polycarbonate.The 15 possible configurations can be supported on wheels or fixed legs, suggesting the use of Mobil in various contexts: from the bedroom to the lounge, also as a base for the hi-fi, in the study or the office, as a set of drawers for the desk, to put away stationery and documents. 2 high: 19.25" w . 18.75" d . 15.75" h* 3 high: 19.25" w . 18.75" d . 21.5/8" h* 4 high: 19.25" w . 18.75" d . 27.5" h* 5 high: 19.25" w . 18.75" d . 33.7/8" h* 6 high: 19.25" w . 18.75" d . 39.75" h* *= height with feet , please add 3.25" with castors base unit, one container with one shelf: $632.00
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I love to see new Eames products being pushed into the world through the mid-century modern womb!
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Frank O. Gehry is one of today's most important architects. Gehry likes to use unusual materials for his architecture and furniture. With the series "Easy Edges", from 1972, he succeeded in lending such everyday materials as cardboard a new aesthetic dimension. Although they appear unbelievably simple "Easy Edges" are constructed with the architect's care as well as being very robust and stable. Approximately 60 layers of cardboard are held together by hidden screws with a fibreboard edging. Four models from the series - Side Chair, Wiggle Side Chair, Dining Table and Low Table Set - are now being produced by Vitra. Set of three nesting tables as shown. Edges available in your choice of untreated or lacquered white hardboard. 24.75" L | 17"w | 20" h
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A linear wall sconce, On the Rocks induces a minimalist and clean look, perfect for any environment and decor. Providing direct, indirect and partially diffused fluorescent light through a stylish, molded glass shade. Available in two sizes with your choice of translucent opaline or smoke gray filter.
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Design Vico Magistretti, 2005. Polypropylene, steel. Made in Italy by Kartell. Elegant lines, sober colors and practical use make the Maui chair an extremely versatile chair, capable of meeting a wide range of requirements of the office and residential markets. The unitized polypropylene seat/back is fixed onto a chromed steel structure. Thanks to its design, the Maui chair is stackable up to 7. The Maui chair is also available as a side or arm chair. 23" w | 30.4" h | 20.5" d |seat: 17.75" h adjustable height; 19.25" - 22.25" h
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Design Guido Venturini, 2006. Stainless steel. Made by Alessi. "I'm interested in shape simplicity and in the ways of the archetype rebirth in the style of our age. It's an idea of the originality seen as connection with the origins, with the cause of the primordial energy." -Guido Venturini A fine example of work from talented designer Guido Venturini. The Nuba collection exemplifies the detailed design work and quality craftsmanship from the designer and the manufacturer. Each watch in this collection features a beautifully patterned stainless steel band and case, date display, three sub-dials and glow-in-the-dark display. Venturini is an architect, designer and explorer in the fields of industrial design, interior design and architecture. In 1985, he and Stefano Giovannoni founded the Boldist Group and set up King Kong productions. He has taught at the Domus Academy and at the Florence Faculty of Architecture. Music is his greatest passion and source of inspiration.
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