Claesson Koivisto Rune, a magazine rack, prototype, Franc franc, Japan, 2004.
Light blue lacquered steel, 43 x 30 x 18 cm.
Minor wear.
Note This lot can be collected no earlier than September 3, Västberga Allé 3, Stockholm
Auction online: 20−29 August, 2021
Viewing: 24–28 August, Berzelii Park 1, Stockholm
Opening hours: 11 am – 5 pm
In addition to the family of five bathroom and home accessories (tooth brush, shampoo bottle, soap dispenser, photo frame, wall clock) that were launched by the Japanese retail company Franc franc, this magazine rack was prototyped in one sample, but never put into production.
Designed with the proportions of a briefcase,
to indicate the possibility to carry it by its handle to the preferred reading spot of the moment, by the sofa, bed or bathroom.
Claesson Koivisto Rune is a Swedish architecture and design studio founded in 1995 by Mårten Claesson, Eero Koivisto, and Ola Rune.
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