Maarten Baas
Important Zig Zag Chair from the Where There's Smoke series


Moss Design
The Netherlands / USA, 2004
charred wood finished with epoxy
29.5 h x 14.75 w x 15.5 d in (75 x 37 x 39 cm)

This example is from the Where There's Smoke series in which Baas burns examples of iconic design, reinterpreting and updating historic forms by Rietveld, Eames, Sottsass, Gaudi and the Campana Brothers, among others. Moss Gallery, New York introduced and exhibited the series in 2004.

Applied signature near base 'Baas'. Metal manufacturer's label to underside of seat 'Where There's Smoke created by Maarten Baas for Moss NY 21 of 25 ZigZ. 15/05/04'. This unique example is number 21 from the series of 25.

Provenance: Acquired directly from the artist, Collection of Murray Moss and Franklin Getchell

Literature: Baas, studio catalog, unpaginated

This work will ship from Lambertville, New Jersey.

Very good condition, showing as artist intended. Work is fragile, with elements that are slightly loose. Work presents well, but should not be used as a functional chair.