Inspired by the surprising strength of the apple crates he played on as a child, Frank Gehry created his thoroughly original collection of bentwood furniture. The ribbon-like designs transcend the conventions of style by exploring, as the great modernists did, the essential challenge of deriving form from function. Today, Gehry's groundbreaking collection of laminated maple chairs and tables is included in the permanent collection of museums around the world. The Ottoman has one pair of legs that, locked in an upright position, create a slanted leg and footrest. Legs fold underneath for a low footrest or floor cushion. Cushion: an optional cushion is available on request.