Originally designed to adorn the walls of office environments, bringing a sense of human warmth and emotion, the Alexander Girard wall hanging collection was reissued by Vitra for home interiors. The print provides a simple way to bring a unique, decorative accent to any environment, the styling reminiscent of the mid-century lino-cut artwork and stained glass window patterning.
Designer Alexander Girard was born to an American mother and an Italian father in 1907 in New York City. Along with his close friends and contemporaries George Nelson and Charles & Ray Eames, Girard was one of the leading figures of postwar American modern design.
Textile design was the main focus of his wide-ranging design career which also encompassed architecture, interior design, furniture design and industrial design. Perhaps his most iconic designs are his collection of hand-painted Wooden Dolls with are now produced under licence by Vitra.