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Throughout Canada and the Continental USA. Your rate is calculated at checkout. Standard
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and delivery address.
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removal of the packaging, and minor assembly where required. A signature is required for
release.
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USA orders have no sales tax. Canadian orders have sales tax calculated at checkout. There
are no duties, tariffs or VAT on deliveries within Canada and the USA.
The Gaja Dining Chair was designed and developed by Kazuhide Takahama in 1974. Takahama was known for integrating traditional Japanese aesthetics with modern industrial furniture design techniques, stating "My designs are a reflection of my journey, merging the serene minimalism of Japan with the dynamic innovation of Italy."
The Gaja Dining Chair features a lightweight steel rod, stackable structure with a minimalist aesthetic, focusing on logical use and clear form.
Shown in Claret Plush Woven Velvet Fabric on Polished Brass Plated Steel. Available with a padded or unpadded wire backrest.
The Archetype Forms Gaja Seat: Dining is a faithful reproduction of the original Kazuhide Takahama Gaja Dining Chair model W58 01.
The images shown are for illustrative purposes. Actual finishes, patterns, and details may vary slightly due to the nature of materials used and quality refinements. Colors and textures may appear differently across devices and screen settings.
Upholstery
Claret | Plush Woven Velvet$800.00 USD
Material Details
A lush woven velvet with a warm subdued tone and unimposing soft matte finish. This ultra soft thick‑pile velvet adds tactile dimension while drawing attention to clean silhouettes.
COMPOSITION: 80% PES, 20% Cotton
WEIGHT: 370 g/m²
WYZENBEEK EP: 100k+ Rubs
MARTINDALE ABR. EP: 100k+ Rubs
Material Details
Electrostatically-applied powder coating on 304 stainless steel creates a sophisticated matte finish with exceptional chip and scratch resistance. Low-glare surface hides wear well.
BASE: 304 Stainless Steel
FINISH: Powder Coat
APPEARANCE: Matte, low-glare
COLOR: White
CARE: Simple soap and water
Velvet
Claret | Plush Woven Velvet
Cerise | Heavyweight Woven Velvet
Oyster | Etched & Knitted Velvet
Navyshadow | Woven Velvet
Boreal | Woven Velvet
Ruby | Woven Velvet
Leather
Black | Aniline Leather 1.1 mm
White | Aniline Leather 1.1 mm
Ceruleo | Aniline Leather 1.5 mm
Foglia Fresca | Aniline Leather
Girasol | Aniline Leather 1.3 mm
Brezza | Aniline Leather
Sueded Leather | Nubuck
Black | Aniline Sueded Leather Nubuck: 1.8 mm
Rich Sierra | Aniline Sueded Leather Nubuck: 1.4 mm
Carmine | Aniline Sueded Leather
Azzurite | Aniline Sueded Leather
White | Powder Coat
Black | Powder Coat
Mirror Chrome Plating
Brushed | Stainless Steel
Polished Brass | Plating
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Product Information
Product Details
Gaja Dining Seat
The design of the Gaja Dining Chair is rooted in Rationalism, featuring a lightweight steel rod, stackable structure with a minimalist aesthetic, focussing on logical use and clear form. The Gaja series of chairs and barstools are available with a padded or unpadded backrest, with this model dining chair featuring an unpadded backrest.
Kazuhide Takahama was a Japanese architect and furniture designer known for his minimalist aesthetic and fusion of Eastern and Western design principles. He began his career in Japan before moving to Italy in 1957, where he collaborated closely with Dino Gavina and his influential company, Gavina SpA. Takahama is recognized for his elegant seating designs, including the Gaja series dining chairs and bar stools (1969) and the Tulu chairs (1968). His work is characterized by clean lines, geometric forms, and a focus on essential elements. Takahama's designs have become iconic representations of mid-century modern furniture.
Construction
Upholstery: Custom Selection of Premium Leather, Suede or Fabric from Archetype Forms
Structure: Bent Tubular Steel Frame in Polished or Brushed Chrome Plate, Bronze Plate, Lacquer, Powder Coat, or Other Premium Finish Selection from Archetype Forms
Padding: Variable Density Polyurethane Foam
Support: Covered Plywood
Archetype Forms reserves the right to make any changes it deems appropriate to the products at any time and without notice. For specific materials, finishes and coatings, and dimensions associated with each individual product, please contact us.
Reproduction
The Archetype Forms Gaja Seat: Dining is a faithful reproduction of the original Kazuhide Takahama Gaja Dining Chair model W58 01. This item is not manufactured by or affiliated with the original designer(s) and associated parties.
Kazuhide Takahama was a Japanese architect and furniture designer known for his minimalist aesthetic and fusion of Eastern and Western design principles. He began his career in Japan before moving to Italy in 1957, where he collaborated closely with Dino Gavina and his influential company, Gavina SpA. Takahama is recognized for his elegant seating designs, including the Gaja series dining chairs and bar stools (1969) and the Tulu chairs (1968). His work is characterized by clean lines, geometric forms, and a focus on essential elements. Takahama's designs have become iconic representations of mid-century modern furniture.
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