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Set of six “Kinu” chairs designed by Motomi Kawakami for Arflex, 1983 Set of 4
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The Kinu chairs represent a masterful encounter between the sobriety of Japanese minimalism and Italian productive elegance, fully expressing the design philosophy of Motomi Kawakami, a Japanese-trained designer active in Milan, who in the 1980s collaborated with major Italian companies, bringing an essential, rigorous, yet poetic vision.
Arflex, a pioneer in the experimentation of innovative materials and avant-garde forms, found in Kawakami a partner capable of translating the rationalist language into warm, welcoming, and functional design, perfectly in line with the spirit of the decade.
The structure of the chairs, crafted in wood and finished with a glossy bright red lacquer, gives the seats an architectural connotation of great visual impact. The lines are sharp and geometric, yet never cold: the horizontal armrests integrate precisely into the overall design, emphasizing the sculptural character of the model. This deep red is not a mere chromatic detail, but an integral part of their aesthetic identity—a bold and sophisticated color that evokes both Italian modernism and the Eastern tradition of saturated, symbolic tones.
The seat and backrest are upholstered in salmon-colored velvet, a daring and refined chromatic choice that delicately balances the strength of the lacquered red. The softness of the fabric dialogues with the hardness of the wooden structure, creating a sensory and tactile equilibrium that reflects Kawakami’s focus on ergonomics and comfort. The result is a harmonious whole that combines formal rigor with ease of use, making these chairs ideal both for everyday living and for a collector’s setting.
The Kinu stand out for their versatility: born as dining chairs, their timeless design now allows them to fit into diverse environments—from a contemporary dining room to an eclectic living space, as well as professional settings and galleries. Their strength lies precisely in the ability to merge aesthetics and function, fulfilling the need for a design that is not only to be admired but also to be lived.
From a historical perspective, the 1980s marked for Arflex a phase of openness to new languages and international collaborations. With the Kinu model, Motomi Kawakami created a product that reflects that moment of creative ferment, anticipating later trends linked to cross-cultural contamination and the pursuit of a universal design language. Today, these chairs are not only witnesses of that era but true collectible pieces, sought after by design lovers and collectors of the 20th century.
The six chairs presented are in excellent vintage condition, with only minimal signs of age consistent with their time, which do not compromise either their aesthetics or their structure, but rather emphasize the authenticity and history of the piece. The lacquer still retains its brilliance, while the velvet preserves its chromatic elegance.
These Kinu chairs by Motomi Kawakami for Arflex, 1983, are not merely a set of seats, but a manifesto of the perfect fusion between Japanese rigor and Italian sensibility. A unique opportunity to enrich prestigious interiors with an authentic, refined piece, laden with historical and aesthetic significance.
Product Name: Kinu Chairs by Motomi Kawakami for Arflex, 1983
Designer: Motomi Kawakami
Year of Design: 1983
Style: Japanese minimalism and 1980s Italian modernism
Main Materials: Wooden structure with glossy red lacquer, seat and backrest upholstered in salmon velvet
Distinctive Design: Architectural structure with sculptural horizontal armrests, intense red lacquer and salmon velvet balancing strength and softness
Dimensions: Height: 86 cm Width: 54 cm Depth: 48 cm
Comfort: Ergonomic and enveloping seat combining the rigor of the wooden structure with the tactile softness of velvet
Typical Use: Dining chairs for refined interiors, also ideal for contemporary spaces, eclectic environments, professional contexts, and design collections
Design Icon: Rare and representative example of Arflex’s experimental spirit in the 1980s, reflecting Kawakami’s fusion of Japanese discipline and Italian sensibility
Versatility: Created as dining chairs but perfectly adaptable to diverse contexts—residential, professional, or curatorial
Current Condition: Excellent vintage condition with minimal signs of age consistent with the period; lacquer retains brilliance, velvet maintains intact chromatic elegance
Additional Notes: Please note this piece is in excellent vintage condition. Minor signs of age may be present but do not affect functionality. We invite you to consider these features before purchase.
Motomi Kawakami (Tokyo, 1940) is a Japanese designer and architect who has been able to merge the sobriety of Eastern minimalism with Italian productive elegance. After graduating in Tokyo, he moved to Milan in 1966, collaborating with companies such as Arflex, Zanotta, and Cassina, developing an essential, poetic, and ergonomic design language. In the 1980s he created for Arflex iconic models such as the “Kinu” chairs of 1983. Founder of Studio Kawakami in Tokyo and president of the Japan Industrial Designers’ Association, he is today recognized as a key figure in the cultural dialogue between East and West.
Arflex, founded in Milan in 1947 by Pirelli technicians and architect Marco Zanuso, was a pioneer in the use of foam rubber and elastic belts in furniture, revolutionizing modern comfort. Since the 1950s it has collaborated with masters such as Franco Albini, Joe Colombo, Cini Boeri, and Motomi Kawakami, distinguishing itself for experimentation and quality. Today its furniture, including icons such as the Lady sofa and the Marenco, are part of the permanent collections of MoMA and the Triennale di Milano, confirming Arflex as an undisputed protagonist of Italian design.
- Creatore:Arflex (Produttore),Motomi Kawakami (Designer)
- Dimensioni:Altezza: 86 cm (33,86 in)Larghezza: 54 cm (21,26 in)Profondità: 48 cm (18,9 in)
- Venduto come:Set di 4
- Materiali e tecniche:
- Luogo di origine:
- Periodo:1980-1989
- Data di produzione:1983
- Condizioni:Usura compatibile con l’età e l’utilizzo. Note: The set is available in groups of 6, 4, or 2. Please purchase the desired quantity by visiting the corresponding product page.
- Località del venditore:Conversano, IT
- Numero di riferimento:1stDibs: LU8395247306802
Arflex
Dai suoi inizi poco ortodossi, il produttore italiano Arflex è cresciuto fino a diventare uno dei leader del design di mobili del XX secolo. I suoi mobili sono diventati famosi per l'integrazione di nuovi materiali e per il loro fascino audace, e oggi una varietà di sedie vintage, divani e tavoli sono emblemi del modernismo di metà secolo.
Arflex è stata fondata a Milano nel 1947 dai dipendenti di Pirelli Carlo Barassi, Pio Reggiani, Renato Teani e Aldo Bai. Barassi, laureato al Politecnico di Milano e ingegnere visionario presso l'azienda italiana di pneumatici, ha esplorato tecnologie innovative e nuovi usi dei materiali sintetici nei prodotti domestici (per Kartell ha sviluppato un portasci per automobili). I quattro fondatori hanno collaborato con un giovane architetto di nome Marco Zanuso, che desiderava creare mobili con l'applicazione di materiali innovativi come il nastro elastico e il poliuretano espanso.
Uno dei pezzi inaugurali di Arflex è stata la poltrona Lady di Zanuso, una seduta realizzata in poliuretano espanso che è stata prodotta in pezzi e assemblata alla fine del processo di produzione. Ha vinto la medaglia d'oro alla Triennale di Milano del 1951 . Un paio di anni dopo, Arflex ha collaborato con Studio BBPR per creare le sedie Elettra e Neptunia dall'aspetto office-chic. La fiorente azienda di mobili si fece rapidamente una reputazione per i suoi prodotti irresistibili e per aver attirato e collaborato con designer emergenti, come Roberto Menghi, che creò Hall, una lussuosa linea di sedute che si guadagnò il Compasso d'Oro - Menzione d'Onore nel 1959.
Negli anni '60, Arflex continuò a promuovere l'uso di materiali nuovi e all'avanguardia. Tra i design più famosi di questo decennio ci sono Carlo Bartoli'la poltrona Gaia in fibra di vetro e resina poliestere e Cini Boer'Bobo Relax lounger, una delle prime sedute della storia realizzate in poliuretano espanso (non ha una struttura interna). Boer, un pioniere del design di mobili in Italia, ha anche creato il divano Strips per il marchio nel 1972. Parte di un sistema di sedute modulari, il divano Strips è diventato un'icona Arflex ed è stato premiato con il Compasso d'Oro nel 1979.
Arflex continua a collaborare con designer innovativi ancora oggi. Tra le collaborazioni più recenti c'è quella con lo studio di design svedese Claesson Koivisto Rune. Le leggendarie creazioni dell'azienda sono esposte anche nei musei di tutto il mondo. La sedia Lady, ad esempio, è nella collezione permanente del Museum of Modern Art di New York.
Su 1stDibs puoi trovare una collezione di sedie lounge vintage Arflex , poltrone , tavolini e altri mobili.
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