The Elephant Stool by designer Sori Yanagi, reissued by the Vitra Design Museum, is one of the most famous creations in post-war Japanese design. This small stool has stirred desire ever since 1954 with its clear formal language and functionality. Designed for indoor use as well as balconies and gardens, this stackable stool can also be easily transported, for picnics, for example.
Vitra was founded in 1950 by Willi Fehlbaum. Designer furniture company Vitra is located near Basel, Switzerland. Vitra grew in 1981 and launched a number of subsidiaries around the world. Vitra’s mission is to develop healthy, intelligent and sustainable solutions for communities and housing. Vitra’s technical know-how is combined with the creativity of renowned designers such as Alexander Girard, Charles & Ray Eames who designed some the greatest classics of the 20th century, Verner Panton, and the Bouroullec brothers. Vitra pieces are created by designers from around the world.