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Dumbo by Tomek Rygalik for Moroso

Product news: this stocky, robust-looking chair by Polish designer Tomek Rygalik is called Dumbo after Disney's cartoon baby elephant.

Dumbo by Tomek Rygalik for Moroso

The design by Tomek Rygalik for Italian brand Moroso is made of solid wood.

Dumbo by Tomek Rygalik for Moroso

Rounded steam-bent arms wrap around the backrest and seat to give additional structural support.

Dumbo by Tomek Rygalik for Moroso

"Dumbo is strong and resilient but not to be taken too seriously," says Rygalik. "It is an armchair with a friendly expression and strong personality."

Dumbo by Tomek Rygalik for Moroso

The piece was on show at the Salone Internazionale del Mobile in Milan last month, where Moroso also presented a chair like a pocket by Raw Edges and another chair like a hood by Patricia Urquiola.

Dumbo by Tomek Rygalik for Moroso

We've previously featured a series of furniture by Rygalik with bases that resemble bathtubs.

Dumbo by Tomek Rygalik for Moroso

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