Saturnus Coat Rack
About the Saturnus Coat Rack
The Saturnus ball or "Satellite" coat rack is a space inspired retro look coat rack designed by Charles Eames in the 1950's. Charles Eames was one of the leading American industrial designers of the 20th century. Since then there have been many designs based on this coat hook. We've collected a list of these designs on this page.
Charles and Ray Eames
The Saturnus coat hook was designed by Charles and Ray Eames (an American industrial and furniture designer) in the late 1950's - better known for his Eames Lounge Chair and Ottoman, these designs have become timeless classics. The designs themselves - inspired by the planet Saturn and it's moons - are ingenious, to say the least. More Eames designs
Funky Design
The funky retro design of the Saturnus collection is one of the most successful and popular coat rack and hat holder designs for the home or office of the 20th Century.
Comparison with other popular designs
Not to be confused in name with the Saturn coat stand by Barber and Osgerby. The Saturnus coat hooks and coat stand collection might be compared in stature with the classic Victorian style bentwood coat stand - originally designed by Michael Thonet in the late 1800's. Numerous modern designs based on the classic multi-colour 'spinning satellites' design have been attempted. Below is a selection of links to online retailers of Saturnus coat hooks.
Saturnus Coat Racks
Modway EEI-216-MULTI Gumball Multi Colored Coat Rack
- Wood balls with powder coated iron frame
- Steel rod frame
- Seven painted colors
Classic Mid Century Hang it All Coat Rack, Modern Wall Mounted Coat Hooks with Painted Solid Wooden Balls(Multi Colors Available) (Dark Walnut)
- Materials: Steel rod frame with white powder coat; Painted solid Wooden balls. For secure mounting, drywall anchors and screws are included.
- Coat Rack Dimension: length 19.7 inches x width 14.9 inches x height 6.3 inches.
- Function: The hang-it-all first appeared in 1953 as storage for childrens' belongings. Today, the whimsy established by the rack in children's room decor carries through to an artful foyer or entryway statement.
- Rack: To create the rack's wire frame, famous designer applied the mass-production techniques for welding wires they had developed for earlier designs. The frame has a powder coat finish, and each of its angular bends is capped with solid wood spheres.
- Has 14 Ball Hooks: Conveniently spaced for easy hanging of all your belongings.Strong enough to hold winter overcoats, laptop case, or messenger bag.
- Fit Places: It's a cheerful piece that can brighten up a foyer, mud room, bedroom, kitchen, or bathroom.
SHISEDECO Classic Hang it All Coat Rack, Mid Century Modern Wall Mounted Coat Hooks with Painted Solid Wooden Balls(Multi Colors Available) (White)
- Dimensions: 19.7 inch length x 14.9 inch hight x 6.3 inch depth;
- Materials: Made of steel rod frame with white powder coat, and painted solid wooden balls. For secure mounting, drywall anchors and screws are included.
- Function: The item first appeared in 1953 as storage for childrens' belongings. Today, the whimsy established by the hang-it-all in children's room decor carries through to an artful foyer or entryway statement.
- Has 14 Hooks in Different Sizes: Conveniently spaced for easy hanging of all your personal belongings.Strong enough to hold winter overcoats, laptop case, or messenger bag, it's a cheerful piece.
- Form: To create the rack's wire frame, famous designer applied the mass-production techniques for welding wires they had developed for earlier designs. The frame has a powder coat finish, and each of its angular bends is capped with solid wood spheres.
- Multi Scenario Use: It can brighten up a foyer, mud room, bedroom, kitchen, or bathroom.
- Makes a Great Gift: A art deco gift for anyone who loves modern simplicity designs with a clean aesthetic.
Ergo Furnishings Mid-Century Pop Wood Ball Metal Coat Rack, Multi Color
- Glossy solid wood balls with powder coated steel wire
- 14 hooks, overall dimension 19 in. L x 15 in. W x 5 in.D
- Hand made, Color arrangement of the balls might not be the same as pictured
- No assembly needed
- Practical and modern design for any interiors: entry way, living room, dining room, children's room, office etc.
Published date: 2018-07-24 22:44:50