jaykdesign:

Shiro Kuramata

Japanese (Tokyo, Japan, 1934 - 1991)

Revolving Cabinet

1970

furniture | plastic

Not currently on view in the museum in the SFMOMA San Francisco Museum Of Modern Art

Source: http://www.sfmoma.org/explore/collection/artwork/125617#ixzz1srjPj8CL 
San Francisco Museum of Modern Art

i think this piece by Kuramata is heavily inspired by Art Deco. not only does it have that modern feel which comes with such pieces of art deco, but also the use of block like shapes. i really like this, i think it look very attractive and would be something i would want in my house. i like how it is so simplistic but still manages to amaze you with how it works and how it morphs to whatever you want it to look like.

Background information from wikipedia

Shiro Kuramata (1934–1991) is one of Japan’s most important designers of the 20th century. Kuramata was mainly known for his use of industrial materials such as wire steel mesh and lucite to create architectural interiors and furniture. Revolutionary pieces such as the “How High the Moon” chair (1986) reflect the emerging dynamism and maturing creativity of postwar Japan, or his Ikabana, lead cristal free hand blown vase, realized by the Vilca from Colle Valdelsa (Siena) Italy, a unique example of fusion, between oriental and occidental cultures.

In 1990 the French government awarded Kuramata the distinguished Ordre des Arts et des Lettres in recognition of his outstanding contribution to art and design.

His “Miss Blanche” chair was sold at Christie’s in London for GBP 46,000.00 (USD 86,000.00) in October 1997, lot 108. A “How High the Moon” two seater was sold for GBP 12,650.00 (USD 24,000.00) at Bonhams London in May 1998. This ranks Kuramata amongst the most desirable of artists/designers of the 20th century.