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Mid-century rare bent plywood swivel armchair by Carlo Ratti, italy, 1950s

$1,779.95
$2,224.9320% Off
£1,321.71
£1,652.1420% Off
€1,488
€1,86020% Off
CA$2,445.56
CA$3,056.9520% Off
A$2,659.81
A$3,324.7720% Off
CHF 1,409.60
CHF 1,76220% Off
MX$31,870.11
MX$39,837.6420% Off
NOK 17,915.34
NOK 22,394.1720% Off
SEK 16,412.88
SEK 20,516.1020% Off
DKK 11,344.66
DKK 14,180.8320% Off

About the Item

A remarkable example of mid-century Italian office seating, this “Genziana” chair was designed by Carlo Ratti in 1958 for Industria Legni Curvati Lissone. Its sleek, curved plywood shell offers ergonomic comfort, while the central metal column with chrome-plated steel base and casters provides smooth 360° swivel movement. The central leg is finished in glossy black enamel, elegantly contrasting with the natural grain of the bent plywood. Recently restored with a traditional shellac tampon finish, this chair retains subtle age-related marks that speak to its authentic history. Originally exhibited at the Museo della Sedia dei Legni Curvati, it is in overall good condition and ready to complement any vintage or contemporary workspace. Designer: Carlo Ratti Manufacturer: Industria Legni Curvati Lissone Date: 1958 Materials: Curved plywood shell; metal swivel base with casters; black enamel finish Dimensions: Height 77 cm × Width 59 cm × Depth 53 cm; Seat height 36 cm Condition: Good vintage condition; light wear consistent with age; professionally shellac-polished
  • Creator:
    Industria Legni Curvati (Manufacturer),Carlo Ratti (Designer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 30.32 in (77 cm)Width: 23.23 in (59 cm)Depth: 20.87 in (53 cm)
  • Style:
    Mid-Century Modern (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1950
  • Condition:
    Refinished. Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Nicolosi, IT
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU10179245331362

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