black Rudder Fin stool by Isamu Noguchi for Vitra

Rare Fin stool by Isamu Noguchi for Vitra Switzerland. Model IN-22, also known as the paddle, or rudder stool. Isamu Noguchi was a Japanese – American sculptor whose skills and artistic passion extended to furniture design. He caught the attention of American George Nelson who also discovered Charles and Ray Eames. The Fin stool was first conceived in 1944 and released in 1948 by Herman Miller to compliment the Noguchi Rudder table (see below).

The Designer’s Inspiration the moulded plywood designs of Ray and Charles Eames, in particular the seat of the LCW chair. “Everything is sculpture” – Isamu Noguchi

Fabrication Ebonised solid beechwood with visible wood grain. Chrome tubular steel legs. black rubber ferrules.

Design Consigned Stylist Part furniture and part sculpture. The Art of Design.

DC Collectors Amazing collectible of Japanese – American early Mid-Century design, and in pristine condition ! Features in the Taschen book titled ‘1000 Chairs’.

No longer in production. An excellent example of Isamu Noguchi pan-pacific sculpture. A museum worthy gift for the authentic design collector.

Mark of Authenticity Wears Vitra Design Museum 2002 re edition plaque.

Provenance One collector owner

Design Consigned Insider Isamu Noguchi first named this the ‘three-legged Dinette Chair’

Our Condition Report 5/5 excellent with no signs of use noted.

• Free delivery Melbourne metro on this authentic design

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