The Miniatures Collection presents the most important classics of modern furniture history in miniature. The construction, materials and colours correspond to the historical Vitra Design Museum collection original, right down to the last detail. Because they are so true to the originals, the miniatures are not only valuable collector`s items, but also ideal illustrative material for universities, colleges of design and architects. For each miniature there is a licence agreement with the designer or their estate. Many designers collaborate with us to develope the miniatures of their own designs and offer their assistance by supplying information on the objects. In return, we honour the designer`s copyright by paying royalties. Charles & Ray Eames, 1948. Charles and Ray Eames designed La Chaise in 1948 for a competition at the Museum of Modern Art in New York, inspired by "Floating Figure", a sculpture by Gaston Lachaise. It is the unbelievable elegance of this assertive seating sculpture that enables any number of sitting and reclining positions, which is so very appealing. It has long since established itself as an icon of Organic Design. Two bonded fibreglass shells, chromed rod base with natural oak cruciform foot. Dimensions: H 137 × W 250 × D 142mm |
