The configuration of this armchair has anatomical characteristics and unmistakable anthropomorphous references. The chair is a metaphor of a large comfortable womb and recalls ancient statues of fertility goddesses. However, it has something extra: a spherical ottoman tied to the armchair. Therefore, the image of comfort and convenience is combined with a more figurative image of a woman with a ball and chain on her foot. Gaetano Pesce explains the project as follows: "At that time, I was telling a personal story about my concept of women: I believe that women have always been unwilling prisoners of themselves. This is why I decided to give this armchair the shape of a woman with a ball and chain, a traditional image of a prisoner." Over the years, the UP5_6 armchair has become an international icon with different names, from "Big Mama" to "Blow Up". It is still a very popular item.
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BEB-UP5_6
B&B Italia
Designed by:
Gaetano Pesce
Dimension:
Chair: 47 1/4"L x 51 1/8"D x 40 1/2"H (16 1/2"Seat height)
Ottoman: 22 1/2"Diameter by 22 1/2"H
Materials: Upholstered in Soara 170, Soara 140 or Soara 150
Made in:
Italy