A real design classic unites esthetics and function. The form is simple, but stands out at the same time. The classic does not follow any trend, but convinces with a unique design and functionality. Exactly these characteristics apply to the legendary Butterfly Chair whose organic form reminds of delicate butterflies flapping their wings. The chair was designed by the three architects Antonio Bonet, Juan Kurchan and Jorge Ferrari Hardoy in 1938. In 1947 Florence and Hans Knoll acquired the rights for mass-producing this elegant chair. In no time, the Hardoy Chair became a style icon. But the success caused a number of copyists. This way replicas of poor quality entered the market. More and more. Hans Knoll tried to secure the exclusive rights at court – and he lost. It was because the Butterfly Chair had a predecessor: the foldable Tripolina Chair. In 1881 the Englishman Joseph B. Fendby designed the chair and had it patented. As an Italian camping chair and mobile military furniture for the British, the Tripolina itself had become a classic long ago. Bonet, Kurchan and Hardoy had failed to trademark their further development of Tripolina. After only three years Knoll ceased production. In the years that followed, the Butterfly Chair faced hard times. Cheap material and altered dimensions dramatically tampered with its original charm – the elegant classic was commoditized.
Therefore, 10 years ago we made it our business at Manufakturplus to produce this special piece of design history with the highest quality standards in order to respectfully appreciate its original from 1938. Discover the diversity of this masterpiece!
DESIGN FOR EVERYDAY LIFE
What makes our HARDOY BUTTERFLY CHAIR unique?
As admirers of perfected furniture, we regretted the classic‘s loss of prestige. Therefore, in 2007 we decided to rebuild the Butterfly Chair in a way that matches the original from 1938. In regards of implementing this project, our name MANUFAKTURPLUS stands for our policy right from the beginning: Our HARDOY BUTTERFLY CHAIR is solidly hand-crafted – just like its model. Together with the expertise of German craftsmen, we develop proper manufacturing techniques to show off the selected materials optimally and most of all in the long term. Also the frames receive accurate treatment: The steel rods, which are looped and welded, give the chair its solid stability.
Uncomplicated, comfortable and versatile
Our HARDOY BUTTERFLY CHAIR with its special esthetics is not only nice to look at. As originally intended, we focus on the practical usage of this piece of furniture: A chair that provides versatile seating comfort, is stackable and can be easily transported. Its cover can be easily exchanged which makes the chair very versatile.
High-quality, Naturalal, sustainable
We combine our high demands in terms of high-quality production with a strong commitment to the Naturale. When it comes to the covers of our HARDOY BUTTERFLY CHAIR, we set high value on adequate and sustainable animal housing, accurate material usage and ecological manufacturing. We are proud that our quality tests of the chair regularly confirm this passionate effort for a successful combination of craftsmanship, design and Naturale. Thus, we put a lot of time into selecting and processing our materials. It is only a HARDOY BUTTERFLY CHAIR made by MANUFAKTURPLUS when we have found the best possible combination of classic design, Naturalal quality and professional handcraft. A piece of furniture that carries and pleases generations. As originally intended.
