Ball Chair

The Ball Chair, conceived by Eero Aarnio in 1963 and unveiled at the International Furniture Fair in Cologne in 1966, marked a pivotal moment in Aarnio's career. This creation became his breakthrough on the international stage. Aarnio's preference for fiberglass imparts a liberated, flexible form to the chair. The spherical enclosure of the Ball Chair, while simple, embodies ingenious design, often likened to a "room in a room."

Despite its departure from the natural and minimalist Scandinavian design traditions, the Ball Chair has become an iconic classic of Finnish design. Its modernist and futuristic aesthetic sets it apart. The Ball Chair holds a prominent place in design museums globally and has graced numerous movies, music videos, and magazine covers throughout the decades, solidifying its status as an enduring symbol of innovative design.

MaterialS & FeatureS:

• Molded fiberglass shell with shiny finish, available in color white or black
• Cast aluminum base resistant to chipping and flaking
• Seat & back cushions filled with high resiliency foam with feather-down wrap
• Fabric upholstery (C.O.M available)
• 360 degree swivel
• All upholstery materials and fill content are non-toxic and fire-resistant