I have one wall in my entry foyer that is blank because I can't decide what to put there. I'm thinking that I would like to put a chair there but it would function more as a piece of art than a sitting unit. It's directly to the right as you walk in the front door and I want it to make a statement right off the bat about the rest of the MCM furnishings to be found as you proceed through the rest of the house. In other words, I want it to make a visitor eager to explore the rest of the house; to create a sense of anticipation regarding things to come. The wall is only 40" wide, so a smaller chair would be better (no Papa Bears!)
If you had to pick one perfect chair as a statement, what would you pick?
P.S. Jeremiah, no rocket ships!
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A similar question (i.e. chair for foyer / entry) was posed not too long ago. There were a number of good suggestions... the Wegner valet chair stands out in my mind as one of the less common (and more expensive) pieces mentioned in that thread. If you're goal is to set the tone for the rest of your home, I would suggest putting together a thoughtful vignette around the chair you choose (e.g. side table, decor pieces, wall art). Some other possibilities might be the Panton S (very common, I know) or Gehry Wiggle chair.
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All of you are geniuses. You immediately got it. WHC, your suggestions are awesome because of the play of light and space in, through and around the chair(s). Who is Alredo Haberli? I've never heard him mentioned. Foyers are all about the tease, aren't they? Woofwoof, it could be a bench, do you have one in mind?
More, please!
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