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Franz West — Onkel Stuhl
Franz West

Onkel Stuhl

A sculptural chair by Franz West, *Onkel Stuhl* features a steel tubular frame wrapped in woven synthetic textile, merging functional furniture with the artist's characteristic wit and physicality. The work invites interaction, challenging the boundary between art object and everyday object. West's use of humble, tactile materials reflects his ongoing interest in the social and bodily experience of sculpture.

Medium
woven synthetic textile over steel tubular frame

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Contemporary Art Day Sale

June 30, 2015

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Franz West, Onkel Stuhl

A sculptural chair by Franz West, *Onkel Stuhl* features a steel tubular frame wrapped in woven synthetic textile, merging functional furniture with the artist's characteristic wit and physicality. The work invites interaction, challenging the boundary between art object and everyday object. West's use of humble, tactile materials reflects his ongoing interest in the social and bodily experience of sculpture.

Medium
woven synthetic textile over steel tubular frame
Seen at
Phillips, New York, London, Hong Kong

Related themes

Postmodernism, Functional Art, 20th Century, Steel Frame, Male Artist, Functional Sculpture, Sculpture, Mixed Media, Woven Synthetic Textile, Postmodern, Contemporary Artist, Austrian Artist, Abstract Form, Late 20th Century, Textile Art, Neutral Tones, Playful Mood

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