Design and History: Designed by Henry Massonnet in 1968, the stool has an hourglass shape and is inspired by a drum, which is referred to as "tam-tam" in French. It quickly became a bestseller and 1960s icon after being featured in a photo with Brigitte Bardot.
Features: The stool is ergonomic, comfortable, stackable, demountable, and lightweight. It is made of plastic (polypropylene) and is suitable for both indoor and outdoor use. Some versions feature hidden storage under the seat.
Status: The Tamtam stool is considered one of the most famous plastic designs ever and is exhibited at museums like the MoMA in New York and the Musée des Arts Décoratifs in Paris. The design was reissued in 2002 and is still manufactured today.
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