Slice Chair (1999)

Chair made from 254 layers of laser-cut aluminium bolted together in organic, contoured shape. Horizontal layers are spaced slightly apart due to bolted construction, and overall form comes apart into 5 sections to for ease of transportation. Form flares out from narrow neckrest to wide arms, progressing to contoured seat and 4 splayed legs. Internal bolt structure can be seen when viewer is at eye level to chair.

Dimensions:

78 x 150 x 90 cm

Accession Number:

M20119; 2018.22

Credit:

Purchased by the Contemporary Art Society with funds from the Arts Council Lottery Fund, the Corporate Patrons of Manchester City Galleries and the Crafts Council, 2004

Scheme:

Special Collection Scheme (1997-2004): Craft

Ownership history:

Purchased from the artist by the Contemporary Art Society for its Special Collection Scheme, with the aid of Arts Council Lottery Funding, 15 February 2004; presented to Manchester Art Gallery, 2004

Relationship:

Manchester Art Gallery

Subject:

Chair

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