Ivory Sori Yanagi Elephant stools by Kotobuki c. 1950s
Ivory Sori Yanagi Elephant stools by Kotobuki c. 1950s
Two ivory Sori Yanagi Elephant stools by Kotobuki, Japan c. 1950s.
Molded impressed mark of Sori Yangi and Kotobuki on underside of larger stool, original stickers on underside of smaller stool, as was always the case with each of the different sizes.
Originally designed by Yanagi as a work chair for his studio, the stool was released by Kotobuki a couple of years later after the company developed the technology for producing glass-reinforced plastic (fiberglass). The design quickly became known as the Elephant Stool because the form evokes a stylized trunk when viewed head-on.
It’s common to find examples that have had holes drilled into them for drainage, given the stools were popular for use outdoors. These two examples are both completely untouched and in beautiful condition.
Kotobuki was the first ever manufacturer of these stools, they were later made by Habitat and are now made by Vitra but are quite different as they’re made in molded polypropylene plastic.
Sold separately.
Measurements:
13.25“ height, 18.5“ diameter
14.25“ height, 19.5“ diameter
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Set of 6 Solid Ash Dining Chairs by Ébénisterie Seltz
France, 1960.
Solid ash with original, unrestored surface.
Ébénisterie Seltz. is a family cabinetmaking workshop in Alsace, Franch and is known amongst collectors for their solid oak furniture of the 1960s and 1970s with strong, sculptural forms, visible joinery and hand-finished surfaces. You'll see that in these chairs with their gently curved backrest, beautifully sculpted seat and precise joinery. Pierre Chapo selected the workshop to produce some of his designs in the 1970s.
Measurements: 15.75” width, 16” depth, 33” height, 18” seat height
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