Karhu & Artek Team Up to Create Limited Edition Stool 60
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Finnish sports brand Karhu has joined forces with another iconic Finnish brand, Artek, to create a special edition of the classic Stool 60.
Originally designed in 1933, the stackable Stool 60 remains a modern staple. The limited edition stool is instantly recognizable as a Karhu piece, with the classic orange and black color scheme. The Finnish-made stool comprises of a black leather seat, and orange and natural birch wood legs. A Karhu bear is wood burned on the underside of the seat.
The $350 stool will be available in a limited run of 80 pieces worldwide on December 7, from the Karhu Concept Store in Helsinki, on Karhu.com, and Likelihood in Seattle.
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