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Throughout Canada and the Continental USA. Your rate is calculated at checkout. Standard
delivery is $299, and free on orders over $4,000. White glove pricing shows in your cart, based on your order size
and delivery address.
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By appointment and to your threshold, which is typically your doorway, garage or lobby. A
signature is required for release. Smaller items may ship by courier, and still require a
signature for release.
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By appointment, placement in your home, room of choice up to one flight of stairs, full
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 Tulu Chair was originally designed by Kazuhide Takahama, introduced as part of his ongoing pursuit merging Japanese design principles with European modernism.
The Tulu chair is a simple yet elegant stackable upholstered steel rod chair, versatile as a dining chair or a comfortable side or desk chair.
Shown in Brezza Italian Aniline Leather on Brushed Stainless Steel.
The Archetype Forms Tulu Seat is a faithful reproduction of the original Kazuhide Takahama Tulu Chair model W55.
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
Brezza | Aniline Leather$1,100.00 USD
Material Details
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
Leather
Brezza | Aniline 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
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
Velvet
Claret | Plush Woven Velvet
Cerise | Heavyweight Woven Velvet
Oyster | Etched & Knitted Velvet
Navyshadow | Woven Velvet
Boreal | Woven Velvet
Ruby | Woven Velvet
White | Powder Coat
Black | Powder Coat
Mirror Chrome Plating
Brushed | Stainless Steel
Polished Brass | Plating
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Product Information
Product Details
Tulu Seat
The original Tulu Chair has been displayed in several prestigious exhibitions, including the Triennale di Milano in Italy and the Centre Pompidou in Paris.
Kazuhide Takahama was a prominent figure in furniture design, bringing his unique perspective to European design, having studied under Kazuo Fujioka in Japan before moving to Italy. His philosophy centered around simplicity, precision and harmony, influenced by the principles of traditional Japanese aesthetics and the Bauhaus movement.
Shop the Tulu Seat, originally designed by Kazuhide Takahama, online in Canada and the USA. Bring the history of design into your space.
Designer
Kazuhide Takahama
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
Support: Elastic Webbing
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 Tulu Seat is a faithful reproduction of the original Kazuhide Takahama Tulu Chair model W55. 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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