Vintage 1970s Italian Coat Tree by Makio Hasuike for Gedy

Description

Vintage coat tree designed by Makio Hasuike (b. 1938, Tokyo), circa 1970. Made in Italy by Gedy. Great example of … more Vintage coat tree designed by Makio Hasuike (b. 1938, Tokyo), circa 1970. Made in Italy by Gedy. Great example of "space age" industrial design innovation: Bold streamlined forms executed in democratic materials (think Kubrick's '2001: A Space Odyssey'). Item is steel frame construction with ABS (plastic) faced surface and arms. It has a weighted base and 7 arms for hanging. Four short arms at the top are fixed; three longer arms below each rotate 360 degrees/full circle. This versatile and iconic piece can be used as a coat tree or towel rack, and the lower arms are particularly great for kids. A bit off the beaten path from vintage Kartell designs.

Great vintage condition. Slight overall yellowing typical of vintage ABS. Very clean with minimal scuffing. Has some "list" pending placement of arms or hanging items (shown in photos). This may be addressed by removing bottom cover and tightening the bolt at the bottom of the rack. less