hardoy butterfly chair
Design Jorge Ferrari Hardoy,
1914
Head layer cowhide, stainless stee
"In the Museum of Modern Art in New York and in your own home: the famous original Butterfly Chair. Designed in 1938. Award-winning. One of the most successful seating furniture in the world. The chair has been one of the best exhibits of the New York Museum of Modern Art. A classic model design: elegant like a delicate sculpture, although comfortable and extremely convenient - lightly, easy to transport, stackable and portable for indoor and outdoor use. Perfect for modern living environment, an attractive contrast to the traditional ambience. The frame is made of steel rods which are bent to form large loops and securely welded. Due to open construction, it looks like some filigree work of art. Just drag the desired covering to the frame. You can sit back comfortably lean back in the spacious seat. The V-shaped issued legs provide a stable stance. Plastic glides protect even the most sensitive flooring. We’re offering the elegant classics in steel (black / white) or in all RAL colours. The brushed stainless steel model is beside the indoor use also suitable for outdoor. The noblest / finest variant is the shiny chrome frame. "
830 w | 750 d | 870 h
Jorge Ferrari Hardoy was born in Buenos Aires in 1914. He received his degree in architecture from the Universidad de Buenos Aires in 1939. He had lived the previous year in Paris, where he worked with le Corbusier in the development of the “Plan Director para Buenos Aires.” On his return to Buenos Aires he became an active participant in the creation of CIAM Argentina and Grupo Austral. He is probably best known internationally for his BKF chair, designed together with Juan Kurchan and Antonio Bonet in 1939. Ferrari-Hardoy remained active as a designer, architect, and city planner until his death.
WEINBAUM, founded 2010 by Bárbara Giménez Weinbaum, creates, manufactures and markets contemporary design furniture in the heart of Europe. Chairs, sofas and stools by WEINBAUM combine technical perfection with timeless elegance. All pieces are crafted from the finest Argentinean leathers and cowhides for long-lasting comfort. Under the label WEINBAUM/RUGS we manufacture custom made quality patchwork rugs – according to your wishes and specifications. Born in 1977 (Buenos Aires, Argentina), Bárbara completed her studies at the prestigious Madrid School of Architecture in 2003. After holding several positions in international planning offices, she moved to Germany in 2006 and founded subsequently WEINBAUM.Together with her team, Bárbara overseas all operational processes; her husband Rayk counsels the company on strategic issues.
