{"product_id":"tom-dixon-zugeschriebene-harley-davidson-motorradskulptur-fur-habitat-aus-rattan-1990","title":"Tom Dixon-attributed Harley-Davidson motorcycle sculpture for Habitat in rattan, 1990","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis extraordinary, almost life-sized motorcycle sculpture made of rattan, wicker, and bamboo is attributed to the British designer \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTom Dixon\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and was probably created in connection with his work for \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHabitat\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e in the late 1990s. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe sculpture interprets the iconic shape of a classic Harley-Davidson entirely with natural materials. The tank, wheels, fenders, seat, handlebars, headlights, engine block, exhaust system, and even the side bags were recreated with remarkable detail from bent rattan, bamboo, and various types of wickerwork. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis motorcycle sculpture is in \u003cstrong\u003every good to excellent original condition\u003c\/strong\u003e. The rattan and wickerwork are exceptionally well preserved overall, showing only minor signs of age and use. This subtle patina enhances the authentic vintage character of the object without detracting from its extraordinary overall impression.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDue to its dimensions and extraordinarily sculptural execution, this Harley goes far beyond a common decorative object. It has the character of a \u003cstrong\u003edesign sculpture and an extraordinary statement piece\u003c\/strong\u003e, making it ideal for spacious living rooms, lofts, hotels, showrooms, concept stores, or exceptional interior projects. From almost every angle, new handcrafted details and different weaving techniques are revealed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTom Dixon is one of the most important British designers of his generation internationally. He first became known for experimental work with metal and unconventional manufacturing techniques. This \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003erare and extremely decorative collector's item also reflects this, at the intersection of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003edesign, pop culture, traditional craftsmanship, and sculptural art\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – and undoubtedly an object that immediately becomes an eye-catcher in any interior.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"chairclassics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58187040194943,"sku":"S42","price":1208.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0944\/7158\/6175\/files\/DixonHarleychairclassics1.jpg?v=1786812490","url":"https:\/\/chairclassics.com\/en-gb\/products\/tom-dixon-zugeschriebene-harley-davidson-motorradskulptur-fur-habitat-aus-rattan-1990","provider":"chairclassics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}