Italy, circa 1950s
This refined pair of Italian mid-century slipper chairs is attributed to the celebrated architect and designer Gio Ponti, one of the most influential figures in twentieth-century Italian design. The chairs exemplify the understated elegance and disciplined proportions that characterize Ponti’s furniture from the post-war period.
Compact in scale yet visually graceful, the chairs feature gently curved seat backs and soft lines that create a subtle sculptural presence. Their lightness is enhanced by slender tapered wooden legs, a detail frequently associated with Italian modern furniture of the 1950s and often seen in Ponti’s designs.
Despite their modest size, the chairs provide comfortable seating through carefully balanced proportions and well-shaped backrests. The overall silhouette reflects the designer’s characteristic ability to combine architectural clarity with a sense of effortless refinement.
Condition
The chairs have been professionally restored in the KalaRara Roma studio. The solid wood frames remain structurally sound, and the seating has been newly upholstered in an oatmeal-colored French slub weave fabric. The upholstery is finished with contrasting dark brown satin piping that subtly accentuates the gentle curves of the design.
Ideal Placement
Because of their compact dimensions and elegant form, these chairs are particularly suited for bedrooms, dressing rooms, reading corners, or as accent seating within refined living spaces.
Dimensions
Height: 78 cm
Width: 54 cm
Depth: 50 cm
Seat Height: 40 cm
Italy, circa 1950s
This refined pair of Italian mid-century slipper chairs is attributed to the celebrated architect and designer Gio Ponti, one of the most influential figures in twentieth-century Italian design. The chairs exemplify the understated elegance and disciplined proportions that characterize Ponti’s furniture from the post-war period.
Compact in scale yet visually graceful, the chairs feature gently curved seat backs and soft lines that create a subtle sculptural presence. Their lightness is enhanced by slender tapered wooden legs, a detail frequently associated with Italian modern furniture of the 1950s and often seen in Ponti’s designs.
Despite their modest size, the chairs provide comfortable seating through carefully balanced proportions and well-shaped backrests. The overall silhouette reflects the designer’s characteristic ability to combine architectural clarity with a sense of effortless refinement.
Condition
The chairs have been professionally restored in the KalaRara Roma studio. The solid wood frames remain structurally sound, and the seating has been newly upholstered in an oatmeal-colored French slub weave fabric. The upholstery is finished with contrasting dark brown satin piping that subtly accentuates the gentle curves of the design.
Ideal Placement
Because of their compact dimensions and elegant form, these chairs are particularly suited for bedrooms, dressing rooms, reading corners, or as accent seating within refined living spaces.
Dimensions
Height: 78 cm
Width: 54 cm
Depth: 50 cm
Seat Height: 40 cm
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