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“Sforzesca” Armchair by Studio Simon, Homage to Castiglioni, 1980s
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This distinguished “Sforzesca” armchair, designed by Studio Simon in …
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“Sforzesca” Armchair by Studio Simon, Homage to Castiglioni, 1980s
Product Details:
This distinguished “Sforzesca” armchair, designed by Studio Simon in the 1980s, serves as an homage to the renowned designer Pier Giacomo Castiglioni. The chair features a robust wooden frame that ensures durability and stability. Recently re-upholstered with Dedar fabric in “A Soft Place” gray husky, it combines contemporary comfort with timeless elegance.
Dimensions:
- Width: 91 cm
- Height: 72 cm
- Depth: 90 cm
This armchair exemplifies exquisite italian craftsmanship and design, reflecting the high standards set by Studio Simon. Dino Gavina, a prominent figure in the design world, once remarked, “Sforzesca is the most beautiful armchair we have ever produced,” highlighting its exceptional appeal.
Literature: Accademia delle Belle Arti di Brera, "Dino Gavina Ultrarazionale Ultramobile", Editrice Compositori, Milan 1998, pp. 130, 131, 208, 209
Virgilio Vercelloni, "L’avventura del design: Gavina", Jaca Book, Milan 1987, image 78
Fondazione Scientifica Querini Stampalia, "Dino Gavina, collezioni emblematiche del moderno dal 1950 al 1992", Jaca Book, Milan 1992, pp. 112, 114
For further information or additional photographs, please do not hesitate to contact us. This piece is attributed to the mentioned designer/maker. It has no attribution mark and no
official proof of authenticity,
however it is well documented in design history. I take full responsibility for any authenticity
issues arising from misattribution
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- Dimensions
- 35.83ʺW × 35.43ʺD × 28.35ʺH
- Period
- 1980s
- Country of Origin
- Italy
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Textile
- Wood
- Condition
- Good Condition, Unknown, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Gray
- Condition Notes
- Reupholstered Reupholstered less
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