Vitra Coconut Chair

Manufacturer: Vitra | Designer: George Nelson, 1955

The Coconut Chair

The Coconut Chair, a prime example of 1950s design, is distinguished by its humorous undertones, formal clarity and sparing use of materials. George Nelson compared the armchair with a coconut cut into eight parts, though he reversed the colours: the outer shell is white, while the one-piece cushion is covered in high-quality leather or fabric in various colours. By evoking the natural, spacious shape of a shell, Nelson created an inviting and comfortable armchair that allows the sitter to assume a wide range of positions.

For more information on available fabrics and leathers, visit the Vitra Colour & Material Library.

Specifications

• Dimensions — W102 × D82.5 × H83.5cm (seat height 29.5cm)
• Shell — glass fibre reinforced plastic, white
• Upholstery — one-piece polyurethane foam padding, covered in fabric (F60) or leather (L20, L50)
• Base — tubular steel, polished chrome
• Glides — plastic glides for carpet as standard; felt glides for hard floors available

Part of the Vitra Lounge Chairs and Lounge Chairs collections.