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Medea Vittorio Nobili 1955 chairs, set of 5

$15,280.86per set
£11,346.90per set
€12,776per set
CA$20,993.61per set
A$22,824.29per set
CHF 12,101.47per set
MX$273,605.38per set
NOK 153,803.41per set
SEK 140,904.84per set
DKK 97,394.11per set

About the Item

Set of 5 chairs model “Medea” by Vittorio Nobili, produced by Fratelli Tagliabue, circa 1955 designed by Vittorio Nobili in the fifties, characterized by the characteristic curved seat in beech plywood and the tubular metal structure painted black. The “Medea” model is one of the symbols of post-war Italian design, awarded at the Milan Triennale and appreciated for its sculptural elegance and perfect synthesis of form and function. Good general condition, with patina compatible with age and use. Provenance: private collection.
  • Creator:
    Vittorio Nobili (Designer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 25.2 in (64 cm)Width: 17.72 in (45 cm)Depth: 21.66 in (55 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 5
  • Style:
    Mid-Century Modern (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Unkown
  • Condition:
    Refinished. Wear consistent with age and use. Minor fading.
  • Seller Location:
    Milano, IT
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU6835247038922

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