Ei is the Japanese word for stingray, duly named for the shape of the backrest: broad and tapered to a point at each end, spreading like the wings of a ray in open water.
Produced for Origin Made, Gabriel Tan's updates to Yamakawa's original design bring it into present-day production while leaving its character fully intact. The slender black metal legs bow gently outward, and are structurally held together by a continuous curved stretcher of opposing semi-circles, giving the base a simple yet calligraphic quality found throughout Yamakawa's body of work. Low arms sweep forward functionally from the outermost points of the backrest's frame, framing the sitter with a sense of lightness instead of enclosing the body. The backrest and seat have different rattan weave patterns, enhancing the visual identity of the Ei Chair.
Made to order, estimated lead time 6-8 weeks.
Production: Handcrafted in Indonesia
Materials: Aluminium and Natural or Synthetic Rattan
Dimensions:
55 L x 43 W x 77.5 H cm | 21.7” L x 16.9” W x 30.5” H
SH: 44 cm | 17.3”
SD: 43 cm | 16.9”
Care Instructions and important notes:
Use a dry soft cloth.
Do not use household cleaners.
