Vitra Frank Gehry "Easy Edges" Side Chair, 1970s tables

Vitra Frank Gehry "Easy Edges" Side Chair, 1970s tablesRare experimental corrugated cardboard side chair from the "Easy Edges" series, designed by Frank Gehry for Vitra, c. 1970s. This version is no longer in production. Gehry's experimentation with cardboard furniture grew from his extensive use of it in architectural models. To show the strength of the laminated cardboard Material, he famously photographed a Volkswagen Beetle supported on all four wheels with cardboard side chairs (see photo in carousel

Stamped Hermes on the bottom

unifying each piece to create an almost perfect ensemble

Hollywood sign made as an artist's model to make larger versions at a later time

Likely a prototype for the widely known Loop Chairs

Especially unique in that the base matches the top with pointed facets

Excellent wood table by Paul McCobb

Excellent cream and grey patina

Sold as a set of 5 pieces

Dimensions - Cigarette Holder: 3

A beautiful piece with gentle lines and strong presence

Rare model in a beautiful washed out green patina with layers of finishes worn down over the years

Dunbar tag underneath each piece