Essay is a collection of solid wood tables created by Cecilie Manz for Fritz Hansen. This series is characterised by its visually sturdy yet lightweight design. A perfect example of the designer's work, with its resolutely simple lines and sober, airy shape. The table is made up of three elements - a top and two legs - combining in a natural construction, for an elegant silhouette to place in the dining room. Essay is the focal point of the home where family members, friends and guests meet... This table is also very suitable as a work table in an office space.
Cecilie Manz was born in 1972 in Odsherred, Denmark. From an early age, she forged her aesthetic sense in the ceramics studio of her parents, both artists.Her career began in 1992 with academic training at the Danish Design University, Danmark Designskole, where she specialised in furniture and everyday objects.After graduating from the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts - The School of Design in 1997 with further studies at Helsinki University of Art and Design,Cecilie Manz founded her own studio in Copenhagen in 1998. Cecilie Manz Studio designs furniture, tableware, lighting and electronics and collaborates with renowned manufacturers such as Bang & Olufsens B&O Play, Fritz Hansen, Fredericia Furniture. As well as working with industrial manufactured products, experimental and more sculptural prototypes are an important part of his work and approach.Products signed Cecilie Manz are shown around the world and in various permanent exhibitions, such as at MoMa (New York) and the Designmuseum Danmark. It has also won a number of prestigious awards for its strong conceptual design (Thorvald Bindesbøll Medal 2011 (Denmark), Bruno Mathsson Prize 2009 (Sweden)).
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FRITZ HANSEN
Fritz Hansen also works with contemporary designers such as Jaime Hayon, and always favours furniture with simple, sleek and functional forms made from natural and comfortable materials. This hallmark, which goes hand-in-hand with the Fritz Hansen ethos, is now combined with that of emerging designers who have injected new energy into the brand. Today, Fritz Hansen's philosophy is interpreted by young, brilliant and talented Danish designers, as well as internationally renowned designers. In addition, pieces resulting from new collaborations with Fritz Hansen are designed with utmost respect for the brand's history and origins.