


Architonic ID: 1019741
SKU: ST04
Year of Launch: 1996
Stool
Concept
A modern design classic, the stool BACKENZAHN™ is an identifiable icon for e15 and part of several museum collections. For its signature form and detail the centre of the tree is used. During the seasoning of the solid wood the legs form their characteristic cracks, which makes every stool unique. For the stool the slightly concave seat provides sitting comfort.
MATERIAL / FINISH
European oak, oiled
European walnut, oiled
DIMENSIONS
Lenght, Width, Height
270 mm (10 5/8 inch), 270 mm (10 5/8 inch), 470 mm (18 1/2 inch)
This product belongs to collection:
Base solid wood, Seat solid wood, Wood

Germany
Born in Germany, Philipp Mainzer studied product design at Central Saint Martins College of Art and Design, and architecture at the Architectural Association both in London. In 1995 Philipp Mainzer co-founded the modern furniture brand e15. Having established the progressive, enduring philosophy and unique branding of e15, he has received international awards for many of his designs, which are identifying icons for e15 and part of several permanent exhibitions in museums. Parallel to the creation of e15, Philipp Mainzer practiced architecture in New York and continues to do so since his return to Germany in 2001. He is a member of the executive committee of German Design Council and regularly gives lectures on architecture, design and branding. Philipp Mainzer is creative and managing director of e15 and his architecture office.