RAPIN, Henri
Shoot: Tomomitsu Ono
A telephone stand that was installed in the Study of the Prince Asaka Residence and designed by decorative artist Henri Rapin, who was involved in the interior design of the residence. It is believed to have been created as part of a set along with the desk, chair, and rug used in the Study. The piece uses walnut wood, and symmetrical wood grain can be observed on each side. A light was embedded in the upper portion that held the telephone in order to illuminate the user’s hands.
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