Welcome to another edition of Chairs of the World. Our subject today? The Egg Chair, a creature whose ubiquity in contemporary interiors rivals that of pigeons in Manhattan. Unlike the spry and nimble Wishbone Chair, the Egg Chair is clumsy and slow to action, and it therefore must rely on camouflage to evade capture. Come with me as we stalk its many permutations.
Here we see the common brown Egg Chair. Though it may appear dull-witted, this individual has cleverly formed a symbiotic relationship with similarly shaped and hued ottoman---thereby confusing potential predators.
The arctic Egg Chair develops a white coat as winter approaches. Though easy to spot in the early autumn...
...it is nearly invisible once the cold light of winter arrives. Isn't nature wonderful?
When angered or threatened, the Egg Chair will flush a brilliant shade of fuchsia as a warning to all who dare come near.
This juvenile specimen has strategically placed a small pillow on his lap in hopes of blending with his surroundings. Clearly he has much to learn about the art of camouflage.
Perhaps he should take a cue from his older and wiser relative, who has not only shed his solid coat in favour of a pattern, but has also hidden behind the protective cover of foliage.
Much as a lizard's body temperature fluctuates according to his surroundings, Egg Chairs in tropical regions have been known to develop fiery hides that mirror the hot climate of their habitats.
Though clearly past her reproductive prime, this grandmother Egg Chair has maintained her complex floral coat and practically disappears into the rug below her.
And finally, the most rare sighting of all: a pair of elusive metallic Egg Chairs. Once this couple mates, they will produce spectacularly shiny offspring!
Image Credits: 1. Hotze Eisma 2. Paul Costello 3. Shootfactory 4. Hallie Burton 5. Source Unknown 6. John Bessler 7. Hallie Burton 8. Source Unknown 9. Rachel Whiting 10. House Beautiful via Design Crisis
I want the pink one and the one covered in the pretty floral fabrics -- they would sit in the same living room and be sister chairs!
By the way, you had me pouring through pages of Suzanis on eBay all morning!
Posted by: Pretty Little World | March 26, 2009 at 08:39 AM
Heresy!
P.S. Really cool chairs though.
Posted by: Nathan Verrill | March 26, 2009 at 08:41 AM
you are too funny. what an interesting commentary upon the diversity of egg chairs.
Posted by: Anonymously Chic | March 26, 2009 at 09:06 AM
Hehehe -- yes, the egg chairs are amazing in their natural and not-so-natural habitats. However, what is even more amazing is the prose you composed for this post. Bravo! :)
Posted by: Grace@PoeticHome | March 26, 2009 at 09:14 AM
the brown...i drooled a little
Posted by: jo | March 26, 2009 at 09:19 AM
Fabulous post. I love the worn, weathered look on the one in the first picture.
Posted by: Kristy | March 26, 2009 at 09:22 AM
v cute! love this series
Posted by: josephine | March 26, 2009 at 09:28 AM
wow, those silver metallic chairs are a focal point. i would like only one in my personal space though. love love love! :)
Posted by: robin pulsifer | March 26, 2009 at 09:37 AM
Oh egg chairs - these are great examples!
Posted by: please sir | March 26, 2009 at 09:55 AM
What an interesting look at egg chairs in all their various habitats. I want the grandma egg chair!
Posted by: Joanna | March 26, 2009 at 09:56 AM
I adore the Egg, most especially in the tan leather in your top image. The more worn and distressed the leather the better. I dream of buying a vintage one!
Posted by: Jane Flanagan | March 26, 2009 at 09:57 AM
I want to fushia one in my bedroom! Oh to have an egg chair!
Posted by: miss aimee | March 26, 2009 at 10:13 AM
i want a white one, a pink one and that blue one is so lovely too!
Posted by: Luphia | March 26, 2009 at 10:24 AM
I love the grandma egg chair. I just want to grab a book and curl up into it!
Posted by: Camila | March 26, 2009 at 10:35 AM
Such a fantastic post, Anne! Loved your writing. And loved those egg chairs!
xoxo
Posted by: Caroline @ Patagonia Gifts | March 26, 2009 at 11:09 AM
Oh, what a wonderful ode to such a fantastic chair. You are just so clever! Love it best when blushing and juvenile variety.
Posted by: blair | March 26, 2009 at 11:14 AM
I've been wanting an egg chair for some time. Gray, of course. Love this post!
xo
Posted by: Mary Jo | March 26, 2009 at 11:21 AM
This is such a cool chair and I love your comments :)
Posted by: Melissa | March 26, 2009 at 11:31 AM
I'm completely obsessed with chairs so I love that you're doing a whole series. What a great idea. The egg chair is absolutely one of my favorites and this is a fabulous collection!
Posted by: from the right bank | March 26, 2009 at 12:37 PM
ohh the bookshelves in the grandma egg chair photo. dreamy! stealing!
Posted by: the sassy kathy | March 26, 2009 at 12:57 PM
You are too cute! What a fun post!
Posted by: dwellings and decor | March 26, 2009 at 01:05 PM
Great post Anne, I love a blushing egg chair. x
Posted by: Amanda | March 26, 2009 at 01:55 PM
I love the egg chair in photoso but never in person!
Posted by: Erin | March 26, 2009 at 03:07 PM
Anne, another adorable post! I enjoyed this so much--your writing is so clever. I just sat in a black egg chair this weekend in Manhattan--my first time and had to educate my husband on this creature. Thank you for this delightful adventure!
Posted by: Pat H | March 26, 2009 at 05:42 PM
i so very much want NO need an egg chair!
great post!!
Posted by: callie grayson | March 26, 2009 at 07:24 PM