The Elephant Stool by designer Sori Yanagi, reissued by the Vitra Design Museum, is one of the most famous creations in post-war Japanese design. This small stool has stirred desire ever since 1954 with its clear formal language and functionality. Designed for indoor use as well as balconies and gardens, this stackable stool can also be easily transported, for picnics, for example.
Vitra was founded in 1950 by Willi Fehlbaum and Erika Fehlbaum. The design furniture company Vitra is based near Basel, Switzerland. Starting in 1981, the design brand Vitra grew and opened many subsidiaries worldwide. The founders had spotted Eames Lounge Chairs by Charles and Ray Eames during a trip to New York, USA. They were immediately captivated and therefore requested a license to produce these pieces of furniture in Europe. In 1956, Vitra acquired this license, which became one of the keys to the brand's success.