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Pelleossa chair designed by Francesco Faccin for Miniforms
Dezeen Showroom: designer Francesco Faccin has created a version of the Pelleossa wooden chair with a rushed seat for Italian furniture brand Miniforms.
Milan-based designer Faccin has updated the Pelleossa chair, which was first introduced by Miniforms in 2013, by adding a handwoven traditional rushed seat.
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Rushes from the canna indica plant were woven in a checkered pattern between the wooden frame, which is available in ash or oak.
"Rushing a chair is like a sport, so the artisans say," said Miniforms.
"A Pelleossa seat takes an hour and a half, about the same time as a football match, but instead of feet running around a field, here it is the hands that do the work."
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Two makers work on the rushing simultaneously, passing the material back and forth.
"The energy is palpable," added Miniforms. "The weave is built up with a rapid, regular rhythm. Rushing has strong physical connotations, and if you don't wear gloves, it will leave marks on your hands."
This traditional method creates a chair that will last for decades. Pelleossa is also available in a version with armrests or as a simple stool.
Product: Pelleossa
Designer: Francesco Faccin
Brand: Miniforms
Contact: press@miniforms.com
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