By Kifu Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by skilled artisans, ultimately making each piece unique, designed in Paris and produced in the Philippines.
The Dandy day bench is the ultimate luxury seating. The seating area is inlaid in mink shagreen and the frame and sides of the bench are completely inlaid in bronze-patina brass. Other finish variations available see images at end of slide. A completely covered shagreen version is also available, see image at end of slide. A stool version is available, see image at end of slide. Upholstery available on request. This piece is designed by the daughter of Ria and Yiouri Augousti.
The finish of the shagreen is authentic as it is hand-dyed and the designer calls the finish look: "antique mink...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Philippine Benches