The Mademoiselle rocking chair, designed by Ilmari Tapiovaara for Artek, is a Finnish design classic from 1956. Tapiovaara drew his inspiration from traditional Finnish spoke chairs and crafted the sculptural rocking chair from solid birch. The high backrest, low seat and angled legs combine into a harmonious, well-balanced rocking chair. The slightly sloping seat and inclined backrest make Mademoiselle pleasant to sit on. Due to its timeless design and comfortable seat, Mademoiselle continues to charm even in the most contemporary interiors.
Mademoiselle rocking chair, white
Artek
Description
The Mademoiselle rocking chair, designed by Ilmari Tapiovaara for Artek, is a Finnish design classic from 1956. Tapiovaara drew his inspiration from traditional Finnish spoke chairs and crafted the sculptural rocking chair from solid birch. The high backrest, low seat and angled legs combine into a harmonious, well-balanced rocking chair. The slightly sloping seat and inclined backrest make Mademoiselle pleasant to sit on. Due to its timeless design and comfortable seat, Mademoiselle continues to charm even in the most contemporary interiors.
Product details (6)
- Colour
- White
- Width
- 21.65 in (55 cm)
- Depth
- 35.83 in (91 cm)
- Height
- 38.19 in (97 cm)
- Seat height
- 17.72 in (45 cm)
- Material
- Painted solid birch
- Product ID
Designer
Ilmari Tapiovaara (1914-1999) was a renowned Finnish interior architect and designer. In his designs, Tapiovaara always sought to create a humane, well-lit and warm dwelling environment. Tapiovaara’s furniture pieces designed were always part of a whole, with the architecture as their starting point.
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Sustainability
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Working conditions & labour 7/9
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Equal opportunities for all employees
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Commitment to UN Global Compact, fair compensation for all employees
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Corporate responsibility requirements defined and communicated for suppliers
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Systematic work for improved inclusion and well-being in the workplace
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Transparent supply chain
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Suppliers' compliance to a code of conduct ensured
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Compliance to the UN Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights ensured in the supply chain
Eco-friendly production 7/9
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Fair and resource-wise water-use in production
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No incineration or landfilling of returned items
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No use of endangered species as materials
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No direct environmental emissions or waste (excl. GHGs) from production
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Production and material sourcing that respect biodiversity, animal rights, and natural ecosystems
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Material-efficient and ecological packaging
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No potentially harmful chemicals used in own production
Climate impact 5/8
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Company's direct greenhouse gas emissions identified and commitment to reduction
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Product's carbon impact identified and commitment to reduction
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Guidance on energy- and eco-efficient use of the product
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Contribution to climate initiatives beyond the brand’s direct operations
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100 % renewable energy in own production and operations
Sustainable materials 6/6
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Sustainable and long-lasting material choices
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No harmful or hazardous substances
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Responsible raw material sourcing and production
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Materials suited for circularity: monomaterials, recyclable finishings, renewable or recycled contents etc.
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Ecological materials: natural, biodegradable, recyclable or recycled contents
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Outstanding materials in terms of innovativeness, responsibility, sustainability and circularity: local production or sourcing, 100 % recycled content, C2C-certification etc.
Circular design 5/5
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High aesthetic quality promoting long-term use of the product
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Technically durable product design and material choices
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Design for enduring life-long quality
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Design and support for product maintenance, repair and upgradability
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Innovative circular design solutions: circular service system, resale platform, remanufacturing, collection of used products, etc.