Celebrating Marcel Breuer: A Fresh Take on Breuer’s Legacy
London-based design gallery Béton Brut has collaborated with Isokon to reimagine Marcel Breuer’s iconic plywood furniture. This innovative revamp, highlighting his genius, is known as the Masur Edition and marks a striking reinterpretation unveiled at the London Design Festival, coinciding with the 90th anniversary of Breuer’s original masterpieces.
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From Plywood to Masur Birch
Breuer’s classic designs, initially crafted in plywood, have now been transformed with decorative masur birch. In tribute to his legacy, this rare wood, distinguished by its swirling patterns and small knots caused by fungal or bacterial activity, offers a fresh visual perspective while honoring the original aesthetic.
Honoring the Past, Innovating the Future by Paying Tribute to Marcel Breuer
The Masur Edition includes Breuer’s Cut-Out Armchair, Cut-Out Chair, Isokon Nesting Tables, and Dining Table, each dating back to 1936. “It introduces a psychedelic quality to Breuer’s precise modernist forms,” explained Béton Brut founder Sophie Pearce. The collection’s intricate and striking contrast remains true to Breuer’s vision. This collection is all about appreciating his enduring influence on modern design.
Exclusive and Limited
These pieces will be available on a limited, made-to-order basis, reflecting the rarity and demand for masur birch. Starting at £1,300, these items will need a 10 to 12-week lead time. “Masur veneer is scarce,” Pearce noted, underscoring the edition’s exclusivity. With each exclusive piece, the collection maintains a connection to his original designs.
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A Privileged Partnership
Pearce expressed her excitement, describing the collaboration as both a challenge and an honor. “It’s a privilege to continue the story of Isokon and Breuer,” she said, aligning with Béton Brut’s ethos of showcasing exclusive works and honoring his influence on modern design.
Details for Visitors
Masur Editions is available for viewing at Béton Brut, located at Unit 2, 30 Felstead Street, London. This limited-time display accompanies other notable launches during the London Design Festival, promising a blend of history and modern creativity. Paying tribute to Marcel Breuer through this exhibition provides viewers a unique glimpse into the past and future of design innovation.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the Masur Edition?
The Masur Edition is a reimagined collection of Marcel Breuer’s iconic plywood furniture, transformed with decorative masur birch. It includes Breuer’s Cut-Out Armchair, Cut-Out Chair, Isokon Nesting Tables, and Dining Table, introduced at the London Design Festival.
Why is masur birch used in this collection?
Masur birch is used to provide a fresh visual perspective while honoring the original aesthetic of Breuer’s designs. It is distinguished by its swirling patterns and small knots, offering a new decorative aspect and introducing a psychedelic quality to the precise modernist forms.
Where can the Masur Edition be viewed?
The Masur Edition can be viewed at Béton Brut, located at Unit 2, 30 Felstead Street, London. It is available for a limited time display during the London Design Festival.