R 6,500.00
1 in stock
The Girard Bird by Vitra, originally designed by Alexander Girard in 1945 and crafted from solid French maple, embodies Girard’s minimalist aesthetic and has been carefully revived in collaboration with the Girard family.
Dimensions: 23.5 x 7.5 x 15 cm
1 in stock
The Girard Bird by Vitra reflects Alexander Girard’s approach to design, initially conceived in 1945 and now carefully revived in collaboration with the Girard family. Made from solid French maple wood, the Girard Bird retains its simple avian form in a refined, minimalist style.
Girard, along with Charles and Ray Eames and George Nelson, was a leading figure in American postwar design. While primarily celebrated for his textile work, his influence also extends to graphic art, furniture, and interior design. The Girard Bird captures his style with simplified features and a primitive aesthetic that conveys its birdlike essence.
This figure can be displayed on its feet or tilted on its tail, adding flexibility to its role as both a decorative object and a piece of design history. Merging traditional techniques with a modern aesthetic, the Girard Bird makes a fitting tribute to one of the 20th century’s influential designers.
Dimensions: 23.5 x 7.5 x 15 cm
Vitra, a Swiss family-owned company established in 1950 by Willi and Erika Fehlbaum, has been profoundly influenced by the principles of durability and the power of good design. This design-forward company began by securing the rights to produce furniture from the Herman Miller collection for the European market, featuring iconic designs by Charles and Ray Eames and George Nelson. Today, Vitra produces a wide range of furniture for offices, homes, and public spaces, continuing to work with leading designers globally.
Central to Vitra’s ethos is its commitment to sustainability and innovation. The company’s approach extends beyond creating long-lasting products to encompass a comprehensive sustainability strategy that includes close monitoring of material sources and manufacturing processes, ensuring high environmental standards are met. Most of Vitra’s materials are sourced from Europe, and its facilities leverage renewable energy sources like hydro-electricity and solar power.
Vitra’s dedication to cultural and design integrity is embodied in their collaborations with some of the world’s most influential architects and designers, creating not just furniture but a legacy of design that challenges and transcends traditional aesthetics. This has established Vitra not only as a leader in the furniture industry but also as a steward of design and architectural innovation on the global stage. Browse the Vitra Collection
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