Swedish designer Jonas Lindvall designs the Miss Holly Chair for solid-wood furniture imprint Stolab. The chair is a modern iteration of the classic Windsor chair that was made popularized during 18th-century England and is highlighted by its solid wooden seat that is supported by the back and legs pushed into drilled holes.
Stolab releases a statement, stating that "Miss Holly was created with respect for the past and a feel for what is lacking today [...] Designer Jonas Lindvall has gained inspiration from Windsor chairs from all over the world and has created his very own version with a two-dimensional feel." The chair is made with inspiration from the film Breakfast at Tiffany's and is named after the character Holly Golightly.
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Jonas Lindvall Designs the Special Miss Holly Chair for Stolab
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