Materials:
Carbon fibre
Physical Object Description:
Tubular organic open-framed form creating chaise longue (head end is highest end of tube), made from spun carbon fibre filaments. Continuous length of tape-like carbon fibre is spun over a mould to create a lattice-like structure, tapering in from head end towards middle, flaring out and downwards at foot end. A robotic arm followed a digital model to build the Spun Chaise Lounge, weaving slender strips of filament around a mould. The result is an incredibly lightweight chair that welcomes and supports the human body with a surprisingly minimal structure.
Dimensions:
87 x 80 x 210 cm
Accession Number:
M20120; 2018.37
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
Ownership history:
Purchased from the artist by the Contemporary Art Society for its Special Collection Scheme, with the aid of Arts Council Lottery Funding, 13 February 2004; presented to Manchester Art Gallery, 2004
