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Designed by Ronan & Erwan Bouroullec for Vitra, the La Chaise armchair features a distinctive, organically shaped seat constructed from molded plywood and upholstered in durable, breathable fabric, offering comfortable ergonomic support.
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Who designed the Vitra La Chaise?
The La Chaise was actually designed by Charles and Ray Eames in 1948, not the Bouroullec brothers. It was created for a low-cost furniture competition at the Museum of Modern Art in New York. The design was heavily inspired by the French-American sculptor Gaston Lachaise's sculpture titled "Floating Figure."
Why is it called the La Chaise lounge?
Charles and Ray Eames named the chair "La Chaise" as a direct play on words referencing the sculptor Gaston Lachaise, who inspired its sweeping, organic form. "La chaise" also translates directly to "the chair" in French. Its massive eight-foot size was specifically designed to accommodate a wide variety of reclined seating positions.
What materials are used to make the Eames La Chaise?
The modern Vitra La Chaise features a massive shell made of white lacquered fiberglass. It rests on a solid, naturally shaped oak cross base. The distinctive free-floating "pillows" resting on the shell are made of polyurethane and upholstered in premium leather.
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