Israeli industrial designer/woodworker/far east culture researcher Itay Ohaly calls this piece, "Papa Chair/happy family." And it is, at least until Papa stands up.
Itay Ohaly's portfolio site [ohaly.com via mocoloco]
Previously, and in inspiring shades of green: PS Trivas Dad-Child chair by Ikea
I prefer the original Hans Wegner Papa Bear chair.More comfy, and room for both papa and the kid.
How is this not just a ventriloquist's chair?
haha, that was funny! :D
Oh, thank you - best laugh I've had all day!