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How High The Moon Chair

Shiro Kuramata-How High the Moon Armchairs for Vitra, 1986
By Shiro Kuramata
Located in PARIS, FR
The "How High the Moon" armchair, a masterpiece conceived by the esteemed Japanese designer Shiro
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Vintage 1980s Japanese Minimalist Armchairs

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Stainless Steel

Shiro Kuramata "How High the Moon" Armchair in Steel Produced by Vitra, 1980s
By Shiro Kuramata
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare and early "High the Moon" chair designed by Shiro Kuramata and produced by Vitra in 1986. In
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Bluemoon Lounge Chair by Patrick Jouin
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Bluemoon Lounge Chair by Patrick Jouin
Bluemoon Lounge Chair by Patrick Jouin
H 38.19 in W 31.5 in D 32.68 in
GLASS SHELVES #1 '1976', by Shiro Kuramata for Glas Italia
By Shiro Kuramata, Glas Italia
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works includes furniture such as Miss Blanche, Glass Chair, How High the Moon, and a number of
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Scandinavian Modern Teak Low Cabinet Sideboard Model #394 by Kai Kristiansen
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How High The Moon Chair,Vitra earlier production 08.1998
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Epoxy coated nickel-plated steel "How High the Moon" Armchair by Shiro Kuramata, Japan / Germany
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Space age looking of Shiro Kuramata in this amaizing chair .Vitra label.
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High the Moon" chair reflect the emerging dynamism and maturing creativity of postwar Japan. Vitra
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Shiro Kuramata Steel chair, 1986
Shiro Kuramata Steel chair, 1986
H 27.96 in W 37.01 in D 31.89 in
Shiro Kuramata "How High the Moon" Armchair in Steel Produced by Vitra, 1980s
By Shiro Kuramata
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Rare and early "High High The Moon" chair designed by Shiro Kuramata and produced by Vitra in 1986
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By Shiro Kuramata, Pastoe
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Set of Four Pastoe Chairs by Shiro Kuramata
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HAL2 Chair by Shiro Kuramata
HAL2 Chair by Shiro Kuramata
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"How High The Moon"
"How High The Moon"
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mesh. "How High the Moon" appears almost fragile, calling into question its ability to support the
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"How High the Moon" Structural Chair
"How High the Moon" Structural Chair
H 28.75 in W 37.41 in D 32.29 in
"How High the Moon" Structural Chair
By Shiro Kuramata
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mesh. "How High the Moon" appears almost fragile, calling into question its ability to support the
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"How High the Moon" Structural Chair
"How High the Moon" Structural Chair
H 28.75 in W 37.41 in D 32.29 in
Miniature How High the Moon Chair
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Located in San Antonio, TX
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Miniature How High the Moon Chair
Miniature How High the Moon Chair
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Shiro Kuramata, How High the Moon Armchair, Vitra Edition, 1986
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How High The Moon Chair For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal how high the moon chair for your home. Frequently made of metal, steel and nickel, every how high the moon chair was constructed with great care. There are many kinds of the how high the moon chair you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. Each how high the moon chair bearing Modern or Mid-Century Modern hallmarks is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one how high the moon chair that is appealing in its simplicity, but Shiro Kuramata and Vitra produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a How High The Moon Chair?

Prices for a how high the moon chair start at $425 and top out at $26,000 with the average selling for $11,089.

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