Few objects embody irony as explicitly as the Gufram The End seat, conceived by Maurizio Cattelan & Pierpaolo Ferrari for Toiletpaper. Taking the form of a faux marble tombstone, this radical polyurethane seat declares, with disarming directness, the end of Gufram itself. Yet, in typical anti-design fashion, the supposed final chapter is not solemn but playful: the tombstone is soft, lightweight, and perfectly functional as a stool. The paradox lies in its invitation to sit on a funerary monument, turning mourning into humor, rigidity into softness, and seriousness into satire.

Materiality and Craft

The "The End" seat is made of soft polyurethane, hand-finished to mimic the veining and solidity of marble. Despite its monumental appearance, it is light and resilient. Available in three colours: grey, white, and black, it adapts to interiors with different moods, from stark minimalism to theatrical irony. This contrast between look and reality embodies Gufram’s principle of “true–false,” where objects are designed to deceive, forcing us to reconsider the very nature of function and form. It finds its place not only as a stool but also as a collectible within the Gufram interior decor universe.

Context and Collaborations

Part of the collaboration between Gufram and Toiletpaper, The End resonates with other radical creations such as Piero Gilardi x Gufram's Sassi, or the provocations of Ceretti/Derossi/Rosso. It also integrates seamlessly into eclectic interiors alongside other pieces from the Cattelan & Ferrari x Gufram collection or other Toiletpaper products, reinforcing its nature as a conceptual design piece that blends art and satire. Wherever it is placed; living room, gallery, or hospitality project, it instantly becomes a bold conversation starter.

A Radical Anti-Design Statement

The Toiletpaper The End is not merely a seat; it is a cultural commentary on impermanence of objects, brands, and even design movements. By transforming a funerary symbol into a functional, playful element, Cattelan and Ferrari reaffirm Gufram’s legacy as a pioneer of provocation. More than a designer ironic seat, The End is a collectible icon that embodies satire, and radical experimentation. To own it is to embrace a work that declares its own conclusion; while paradoxically proving that Radical Italian Design, and the spirit of the Bocca sofa collection, will never truly end.