Yanagi Butterfly Stool

Designed by famed designer, Sori Yanagi, and made by Tendo Ply Tokyo, the Yanagi butterfly stool is made from two identical moulded plywood forms held together with a simple brass stretcher. The butterfly stool embodies the perfect fusion of Eastern aesthetics and modern technology. Dimensions: W420 d310 h387 sh340 Delivery time: 8-10 weeks Applications: Commercial […]

BY jesse

November 21st, 2008

Dimensions: W420 d310 h387 sh340

Delivery time: 8-10 weeks

Applications: Commercial and residential

Variations: Maple and Rose wood

Finish: Ply

Manufacturer: Tendo

Designer: Sori Yanagi

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