Mid-Century Tulu Chair with Chrome Frame by Kazuhide Takahama for Cassina

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Kazuhide takahama tulu chair for cassina

symbol of cutting-edge construction and avant-garde experimentation, tulu is a stackable design chair designed … Read more Kazuhide takahama tulu chair for cassina

symbol of cutting-edge construction and avant-garde experimentation, tulu is a stackable design chair designed in 1968 by japanese architect kazuhide takahama. Along with the jano, ljin and gaja chairs, it is the forerunner of the exploratory pathway undertaken by the japanese architect in the 1960s.

after becoming part of the cassina collection, the tulu design chair was re-engineered with removable upholstery in fabric, leather or cowhide.

structure
frame in bent tubular metal with chrome or painted finish.

seat and backrest
with elastic webbing.

detail
cover in batting and zipper to remove the upholstery.

a symbol of avant-garde construction ideas and experimentation, tulu is a stackable sled-base chair designed in 1968 by kazuhide takahama on commission from dino gavina’s simon company, which was acquired by cassina in 2013, and is now known as simon international. The tulu chair offers an early example where, rather than bending a metal tube to make the frame, a thin rod was electric induction-welded before being given a chrome finish. This innovation made tighter curves possible, while leading to the use of multiple welding heads, enabling a piece to be made in one single process. When simon international became part of the cassina universe, the tulu’s manufacturing process was revisited, and streamlined further. The seat and back have now been reinforced by the addition of elastic straps, while the padded cover was given a zip fastening, so it can be removed for cleaning. This chair has now been completely redeveloped and further improved by reinforcing the seat with a thermoformed seat and backrest with elastic straps, as well as inserting a wadding cover and zip that allows the upholstery to be removed.

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about the designer:
takahama is best known as a furniture and lighting designer, and has produced work for knoll, gavina, and b&b italia.

about the manufacturer:
established in 1927 by cesare and umberto cassina in meda, italy, cassina launched industrial design in italy in the 1950s, based on a totally innovative approach that marked the transition from artisan production to mass production. with a mindset focused on research and innovation, cassina combines technology and long-standing artisan craftsmanship.

memory, research, innovation. Cassina blends traditional skills and superior productivity, meticulous attention to detail and passion, uniqueness and experimentation, wellbeing and sustainability. Today, the company continues to address new lifestyles with the creation of complete, harmonious interior decor solutions that embody the best contemporary design for all areas of the home. This piece is attributed to the mentioned designer/maker. It has no attribution mark and no
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