TabU-Opinon Ciatti Stool Model

The “Tab.U” stool/sculpture in mirrored aluminum finish, designed by Bruno Rainaldi for the Italian brand Opinion Ciatti . It is an emblematic piece from the brand's catalog, challenging the distinction between utility object and work of art, blending industrial aesthetics, formal provocation, and functionality.

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Design and Style

• Tab.U appears as a deformed cylinder , completely covered by a reflective and pleated metal surface, reminiscent of a hand-crumpled sheet of aluminium.

• The apparently random and “crumpled” appearance is actually the result of a precise and controlled production process, which makes each piece unique in its shape while maintaining the same proportions.

• It is a sculptural and iconic object, where matter and light are in constant dialogue : the mirrored surface reflects the environment, distorting it in an artistic and fluid way.

• The shiny chrome finish (mirror effect) transforms the stool into a visual focal point , giving it an almost space-age or post-industrial aura.

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Materials and Processing

• Material : Made entirely of die-cast aluminum , solid but lightweight.

• Surface finish : manual surface processing and polished silver finish, with transparent protective treatment that preserves its shine.

• Each stool is hand-shaped and individually finished , resulting in natural variations that attest to its artisanal uniqueness.

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Dimensions (standard version)

• Height : 66 cm

• Seat diameter : 31 cm
  (Also available in the high version “Tab.U high” with footrest and counter height: 78 cm)

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Distinctive Features

• Deliberately unconventional deformed aesthetics .

• Reflective and dynamic surface, capable of changing depending on the light and the surrounding environment.

• Multifunctional item : can be used as a stool, bedside table, side table, decorative piece.

• Icon of Opinion Ciatti's ironic, conceptual and material approach.

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Ideal for…

• Contemporary, minimalist, eclectic or post-industrial environments.

• Showrooms, galleries, lofts, boutique hotels.

• Conversation corners or waiting areas.

• As an accent piece to contrast sober, monochromatic furnishings.

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Collection and variants

The Tab.U line includes:

• Tab.U low – stool/pouf

• Tab.U high – high stool with footrest

• Tab.ulino – coordinated side table

• Finishes: glossy gold, glossy black, matt white, gold leaf, silver leaf and special versions on request.

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Curiosity

• The name “Tab.U” plays on the English word “taboo”, indicating the desire to break traditional aesthetic rules .

• Exhibited in numerous exhibitions and design installations, it is now a cult piece of contemporary Italian design .