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Shiro Kuramata Sing Sing Sing Chair for XO, France 1985, six available
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Six available in total.
Shiro Kuramata (1931-1991) created a fluid exchange between Japanese design philosophy and methodology and European postmodern design. Kuramata’s training was initially centred around traditional woodworking however, when he enrolled at the Kuwasawa Design School was taught by Isamu Kenmochi, who helped him reimagine ancient Japanese traditions using modern materials. The philosophy Kuramata. His designs are made from materials that have reflective, transparent, translucent, opaque and tactile qualities to them, each form a response each material.
The sing sing sing chair, designed in 1985 for the French manufacturer XO is crafted from tubular steel and expanded steel mesh. The flow of the piece is reminiscent of a treble clef – perhaps a nod to its title. Each chair shows signs of age.
- Creator:Shiro Kuramata (Designer)
- Dimensions:Height: 33.86 in (86 cm)Width: 20.08 in (51 cm)Depth: 25.99 in (66 cm)
- Style:Modern (Of the Period)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Place of Origin:
- Period:1980-1989
- Date of Manufacture:1985
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Each chair shows signs of age.
- Seller Location:London, GB
- Reference Number:
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