Stool (Diphros) | Wright
Estimated value: 2000-3000 US$
Reached Price : 4250 US$
Auction:
20th Century Art & Design
Sales date: 2001-10-28
Location:
Chicago
Lot number: 102
Design
T.H. Robsjohn-GibbingsYear 1961
Manufacturer Sardis of Athens, Greece
Architonic id
4101903
Greek walnut, leather
221⁄2l x 221⁄2w x 16.51⁄2h
The Diphros stool design was used in domestic settings as well as in workshops and palaces. The simplicity and utility of the design is a forerunner of the stools and ottomans of modern life. This example displays a carved linear detail on the leg, and a large dowel plug on the blocked corners. Labeled with brass plaque.
221⁄2l x 221⁄2w x 16.51⁄2h
The Diphros stool design was used in domestic settings as well as in workshops and palaces. The simplicity and utility of the design is a forerunner of the stools and ottomans of modern life. This example displays a carved linear detail on the leg, and a large dowel plug on the blocked corners. Labeled with brass plaque.
