The present chair was part of Faye Toogood's 'Trade Show', a unique exhibition during London Design Week in 2017 that showcased the work of fifty leading British creatives. By offering one of her signature 'Spade' chairs to each artist in exchange for their contributions, Toogood established a barter system that celebrated the spirit of collaboration and mutual support within the design community.
The exhibition featured a diverse range of works, from furniture and textiles to art and photography. Highlights included contributions from Rolf Sachs, Francis Upritchard, and Assemble. The show also documented Toogood's interactions with each creative and how they incorporated the 'Spade' chair into their own work.
'Trade Show' was a playful and thought-provoking exploration of the value of collaboration and the importance of supporting fellow artists. By fostering a sense of community and reciprocity, Toogood created a truly unique and memorable exhibition.
A drawing of the present 'Spade' chair installed at the Toogood's 'Trade Show', during the London Design Festival, September 2017.
Drawing: © Courtesy of ToogoodProvenance
Acquired directly from the artist by the present owner, 2017
Exhibited
'The Trade Show', London Design Festival, London, 17-24 September 2017
Catalogue Essay
Phillips wishes to thank Katie Acornley at Toogood for her assistance in cataloguing the present lot.
99
'Spade' chair
2017
Sand-cast and anodised aluminium.
88 x 40.5 x 42 cm (34 5/8 x 15 7/8 x 16 1/2 in.)
Underside impressed with artist's cipher.
Estimate
£1,500 - 2,000
Sold for £2,032
Antonia King
Head of Sale, Design
+44 20 7901 7944
Antonia.King@phillips.com
Design
London Auction 13 November 2024
