areaware Wooden Creatures - Hanno the Gorilla

 

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Brave, strong and curious – Hanno the Gorilla was named after Hanno the sailor who reportedly has discovered the gorillas 2,500 years ago. The astonishing realistic wooden model of the human ape from areaware is a faithful company for small and grown-up children from 12 years on.

The flexible and robust model can adopt numerous poses. The joints and muscles are kept together by flexible rubber bands. With a proper care and handling, Hanno the Gorilla is a long lasting company: the wooden model is hard and robust and therefore resistant to nearby every shock.

Designed by David Weeks, Hanno the Gorilla is manufactured by the American manufacturer areaware out of sustainable obtained beech wood. Regarding the appearance and quality of the material, Hanno is timeless. The wooden toy from areaware is made to survive generations of playful hands. However, this charming gorilla is not only a toy, Hanno also feels comfortable on the desk or shelf.

Design: David Weeks

David Weeks creates lamps and furniture as well as through thought and functional household objects and accessories in his design studio. Flowing forms and balanced movements characterize his designs. Designer David Weeks

Honoured with: Good Design Award

The Museum’s historic Good Design program originated in Chicago in 1950 and was organized by Edgar J. Kaufmann, Jr., former curator of the Museum of Modern Art. Designaward Good Design Award