The spirit of chairs : the chair collection of Thierry Barbier-Mueller / edited by Marie Barbier-Mueller ; contributions, Thierry Barbier-Mueller, Lorette Coen, Chantal Prod'Hom, Charlotte Savolainen-Mailler, Jamieson Webster, Robert Wilson ; photographic essays, Nicolas Polli, Jean-Vincent Simonet.
Photographic essay / Foreword / Jean-Vincent Simonet. Family stories and collections / Thierry Barbier-Mueller -- The idea of a chair / Chantal Prod'Hom -- The collector in his heart of hearts / Lorette Coen -- The collector's riddle / Jamieson Webster -- Selection of chairs with photographic essay / Nicolas Polli -- Thoughts on an extraordinary gathering / Charlotte Savolainen-Mailler -- Painting with light : the genesis of "A Chair and You" / Robert Wilson -- Index of chairs A-Z -- Photographic essay / Jean-Vincent Simonet.
Summary:
"The chairs in this private collection are not an assembly of objects of everyday use. They are a congregation of creatures often eluding their primary purpose as seating. Metaphorically exaggerated height and disassociation transform the chairs into individuals, or sculptures exploring the uncertain boundaries of physics. The book's generous layout allows readers to immerse themselves in this cabinet of curiosities and give their imagination free rein. Nicolas Polli and Jean Vincent Simonet use their photographic essays to interpret the exhibits originating from well-known artists and designers. The texts illustrate the collection in terms of the friction between art and design. They explain the collection's significance in the life of the collector, and they discuss the general motives that lead to a passion for collecting"-- Provided by publisher.
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