Description
With Model 4964, Olaf von Bohr designed a modular plastic piece of furniture for Kartell that reflects the spirit of experimentation in Italian design during the 1970s. At that time, plastic was increasingly being used as a material in its own right, enabling new forms, mass production, and a different approach to everyday furnishings.
The open, five-part construction is characterized by clear geometric shapes. In the black version, the graphic structure of the piece is particularly striking. Originally designed as a shoe rack, the model can also be used for books, magazines, or other objects. Its function remains flexible without compromising the distinctive character of the design.
Kartell was one of the manufacturers that recognized early on the potential of plastics in furniture design and consistently explored it. The shelving unit combines this material history with a straightforwardly practical concept. Two copies are available.
Details
Designer: Olaf von Bohr
Manufacturer: Kartell
Model: 4964
Date: 1970s
Material: Plastic
Condition
Signs of wear consistent with age. A cable grommet was added to the back of one of the two copies.
Dimensions
76 × 72 × 34 cm
About Tandlas
Good design is a matter of perspective.
Tandlas was founded by art historian Elisabeth Souvan and combines in-depth research with a personal perspective on design. Each object is carefully selected and placed within its historical and design context.
