Vitra - L'Oiseau miniature ivy green ceramic

The motifs drawn from nature have played an important role in interior decoration since the first examples known to us.  Natural forms and structures have also been a recurring theme in the work of Ronan and Erwan Bouroullec.  The Oiseau, an avian figure of archaic simplicity, recalls the unpretentious artefacts of Nordic folk art. Its shape attractively enriches contemporary interiors without the cuteness or bad taste so commonly associated with animal figures. The Oiseau is available as a wooden bird made of maple milled and sanded for a smooth finish, or as a ceramic figure in a choice of colors. A remarkable craftsmanship goes into the manufacture of each piece, making it a unique object with individual characteristics.

Ronan & Erwan Bouroullec

Formal perfection, clear lines and creative freedom, these are Ronan and Erwan Bouroullec's magic formula. Born respectively in 1971 and 1976, they both graduated in Art and in the late 1990s founded their own studio. After being noticed by Giulio Cappellini and receiving their first industrial design commissions, the brothers established themselves on the international scene thanks to a collaboration with Vitra. Bouroullec brothers work for some of the most important international design brands such as Ligne Roset , Flos, Magis, and are able to join essential shapes with innovative materials and environmentally friendly manufacturing. This allowed them to win, among other prizes, the prestigious Wallpaper* Design Award 2016 in the category "Best Designers of the Year".

Vitra

Vitra is a Swiss company that produces furniture and interior design. Known for producing the works of important designers and architects.The headquarters are located in Weil am Rhein, Germany, where the famous Vitra Design Museum is also located.This story starts in the post-war years, when two Americans, both architects, Charles and Ray Eames, decided to help  furniture dealer.The collaboration led them to design and then produce masterpieces for interior design, which are still very current today.