In classical mythology, there’s something called a cornucopia. It’s a horn that’s said to provide an endless supply of food and drink, but in modern times that term has been adapted to include everything else, including luck. Thus, having a cornucopia of plenty bodes great fortune. The reason I’m mentioning this is because the classic Felt chair by Marc Newson somehow reminded me of a horn and the legend associated with it.
I would have thought that this chair would be a bit too radical-looking for certain establishments, like hotels. It’s just that a lot of hotels seem to feature more dignified furniture, and the Felt Chair, which has been featured in the Austin Powers movies and in some of Madonna’s videos, is not what I would call dignified. Quirky, eye-catching, yes. Dignified, not really.