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1986 (made)
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Sketch drawings of seven chairs, numbered and inscribed with notes.

Object details

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Object type
Materials and techniques
pencil and pen on paper
Brief description
Drawing, sketch ideas for furniture, Flux Design, 1986
Physical description
Sketch drawings of seven chairs, numbered and inscribed with notes.
Dimensions
  • Height: 29.7cm
  • Width: 21cm
Object history
This drawing is part of the complex design process which led to the 'Rib' chair (W.5-1988).
Historical context
In May 1986 the two designers had a 'brainstorming session' at which they sketched out a wide variety of ideas for a new range of furniture. This drawing formed part of the next stage, in which they refined the field and suggested possible manufacturers, including the Hoskins Co., a Birmingham metalworking firm for which they had been making designs. The designs on this sheet show a number of influences, such as the Memphis group from Milan. The 'Rib' chair is inscribed 'our production' and 'wood'.
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Collection
Accession number
E.22-1989

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Record createdFebruary 9, 2000
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