Cherry Chair Hille vintage Robin Day Hillestak Nigerian, UK 1950s

Superb Hillestak Chair by Robin Day. Constructed in the rare Nigerian Cheery wood. This chair was revolutionary when released, providing great comfort and space utilisation - multiple can be staked. Robin Day was an iconic British indu strial designer, best known for his injection-moulded polypropylene stacking chairs – more than 20 million of which have been manufactured – and his later collaboration with Habitat. He rose to prominence in 1951 when he came up with the seating for the Festival of Britain. The Hille furniture company was started in east London in 1906. In 1949 they recruited new design talent Robin Day, giving him carte blanche to revolutionise low cost furniture. The Hillestak chair was his first commission and an instant success. The seats and backs are veneered bent ply sitting on contrasting walnut frames. Presented in original condition, there are a few light marks but nothing significant. The chair is structurally sound. A great addition to any mid century home - office, as a desk or dining chair. Any questions please ask.