Modern bungee armchairs after René Herbst, a nice vintage 1990s version. bungee cord / Sandows arm chair with tubular steel/chrome frames. Fine condition. The Rene Herbst Cord Chair, also known as the Sandows Chair, is just one example of the pioneering use of industrial material for which Rene Herbst became known. For this chair, Herbst used elastic cords (we know them now as "bungee cords") that at that time were used to wrap parcels. HIs chair was first shown to the public at the Paris Salon d'Automne des Artistes Decorateurs in 1929. Rene Herbst founded the company Etablissements Rene Herbst in an effort to produce and sell his designs. Size: 22 x 21 x 29 in. Please contact Nic at Info@premiershipment.com for an estimated shipping quote prior to bidding. Please note that all items are sold as is, and conditions should be asked prior to sale.