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Posted on April 1, 2006 by Joanne Dorin | Posted under Shopping and Product Reviews
The Tale Of The Plastic Chair
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The Eames era was when it all began for the plastic chair when plastic was touted as the art of the organic world. The technique used during the Eames era was developed during the World War II so that these chairs can be mass produced. The designs that followed were interesting and definitely fit the art deco scene. Chairs are not new to the home scene. In fact they have been around in some form for centuries. The bench or stool were the first ordinary seats used by people in their every day lives. The Egyptian chair was one of elaborate design that included carved ebony and ivory. Legs were carved to represent with the heads of lions. The Greek chair goes back to before Christ's time and was of a square design both on the back and on the seat. Roman chairs were made of marble which was then adorned with sphinxes. Figures such as the head of the lion, winged figures, and even creatures such as the dolphin were commonly found on the chairs. Medieval chairs where elaborate and often made of carved marble as well as bronze. These chairs were intricately carved for the wealthy while the chair of the commoner was much simpler. Throughout the years the chairs continued to be impressive with all kinds of great detailing and elaborate carving and by the time the English chair of the Tudor period arrived chairs had become squatty and somber with only a small amount of carving on the panels. The 18th century was replaced with a form that wasn't quite as stiff as prior structure. The Rococo chair was upholstered on a removable frame with cabriole legs. While the 19th century saw the art nouveau period followed by the interested arts and crafts movement which saw straight lined heavy chairs. And finally the Eames period showed us something different. A style that was more fun, more alive, more interesting. New materials which included the very popular plastic and with the ability to mold that plastic came all kinds of ornate designs. Today the plastic chair remains popular both in patio furniture and home furniture. And the newer plastics are much stronger with a longer life expectancy than earlier plastics. In fact due to rising cost son materials plastic has actually grown in popularity because it is one of the most affordable materials on the market. And not only is it affordably technology makes it possible to produce some fantastic looking chairs. The tale of the plastic chair dates back to the Eames era. It's had an exciting life that continues to forge a path into the future. In fact it's a powerful material to be reckoned with. Are you up for the challenge? About The Author: Joanne is an author of Decorz.com. If you're looking for more chairs & decor ideas for your home and garden visit http://www.decorz.com. |
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