Vitra releases documentary 'Chair Times' for free online viewing
Vitra has made the documentary 'Chair Times: A History of Seating' available for free online viewing. Directed by Heinz Bütler in 2018, the film explores the history of modern chairs through over 100 examples from the Vitra Schaudepot, a facility designed by Herzog & de Meuron that houses the company's extensive design collection. The documentary covers seating from 1807 to contemporary 3D-printed models. Rolf Fehlbaum, Chairman Emeritus of Vitra, describes chairs as witnesses of their time, reflecting social organization, materials, technologies, and aesthetic taste. The film is in German with English subtitles.
Key facts
- Vitra released 'Chair Times: A History of Seating' for free online viewing
- The documentary was directed by Heinz Bütler in 2018
- The film covers over 100 seating examples from 1807 to modern 3D-printed pieces
- The Vitra Schaudepot was designed by Herzog & de Meuron and opened in 2016
- Rolf Fehlbaum is Chairman Emeritus of Vitra
- The film is in German with English subtitles
- Vitra is a Swiss furniture and design company active for nearly 80 years
- The documentary is hosted on Vitra's website
Entities
Artists
- Heinz Bütler
- Rolf Fehlbaum
Institutions
- Vitra
- Vitra Schaudepot
- Herzog & de Meuron
Locations
- Switzerland