FRONTIER: Fiberglass Shell Chair by Modernica

Name: FRONTIER: Fiberglass Shell Chair by Modernica — Jim Krantz
Brand: Jim Krantz
Availability: InStock

US$1,100.00

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Overview

The Frontier Collectionunites the western photography of Jim Krantz with one of America’s most enduring designs—the classic mid-century modern fiberglass shell chair.

Originally designed in 1948 for The Museum of Modern Art’s International Design Competition, the Fiberglass Shell Chair stands as a defining achievement of twentieth-century design.

Each chair is handmade by Modernica in Los Angeles, continuing a legacy of American craftsmanship rooted in the city where the original fiberglass shell chairs were first produced.

The Spyder™ base is crafted from layered North American maple and walnut, molded into intersecting spars and finished by hand with a protective satin coat that highlights the natural character of the wood.

Every chair is individually handcrafted. Subtle variations in grain, tone, and finish are inherent to the process, reflecting both the materials and the care involved—resulting in a piece that feels personal, authentic, and enduring.

The Frontier Collection offers six distinct photographic options, allowing each chair to be selected and configured according to individual preference.

Shipping options are available at checkout.

Overview

The Frontier Collectionunites the western photography of Jim Krantz with one of America’s most enduring designs—the classic mid-century modern fiberglass shell chair.

Originally designed in 1948 for The Museum of Modern Art’s International Design Competition, the Fiberglass Shell Chair stands as a defining achievement of twentieth-century design.

Each chair is handmade by Modernica in Los Angeles, continuing a legacy of American craftsmanship rooted in the city where the original fiberglass shell chairs were first produced.

The Frontier Collection offers six distinct photographic options, allowing each chair to be selected and configured according to individual preference.

Shipping options are available at checkout.

"The work led me back to the landscape where these images began. Returning the objects there became my way of honoring the process that shaped them."

“Each object is unique and singular, much like a print made in the darkroom.”

“By printing the images in negative, the work becomes less literal, emphasizing energy and composition while honoring the negative as the foundation of photography”

More Information

Assembly required.

Fiberglass Spyder Chair Assembly Instructions Vide o ↗
This item ships via UPS Ground Service. Shipping times vary depending on shell color.
Each chair is packed in a 20" (L) × 20" (W) × 24" (H) shipping box, with a total packed weight of 20 lbs.
Orders ship within up to 90 days from the time of purchase. Collection and delivery options are available at checkout.
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