Looking at the Renaissance Chair by Zaria Ishkildina, it might at first be hard to picture the ancient Roman inspiration behind it. Taking a wire mesh structure of stainless steel tubing, the piece appears hyper-modern, minimalist and not what you might have expected to see beneath the bottom of Gaius Julius Caesar.
However, take a look at the space created by the Renaissance Chair for its sitter, and you'll come to see the resemblance to the rounded cradle form that's offered by ancient Curule chairs. You can see how the interior void that's delineated by the metal cage of Ishkildina's chair is a suggestion of the wooden and cloth structure of the object that inspired it. This simple yet dynamic armchair demonstrates what its designer affirms, which is that "All new is forgotten old. Most often new ideas are taken from the basics."
What Makes This Trend Stand Out
- Ancient-inspired Furniture
- Designing furniture inspired by ancient designs can bring new life to old concepts.
- Minimalist Chair Design
- Creating chairs with minimalist structures can provide a unique sitting experience.
- Industrial Materials in Furniture
- Using materials like stainless steel tubing to create furniture can create a modern aesthetic.
Sectors Adopting This
- Furniture Design
- Furniture designers can draw inspiration from ancient designs to create new and innovative pieces.
- Interior Design
- Interior designers can incorporate minimalist chairs like the Renaissance Chair into their designs for a modern look.
- Metalworking Industry
- Metalworking companies can explore the use of stainless steel tubing in furniture design to create unique products.
