Glossy Lacquered Golem Chair attributed to Vico Magistretti for Poggi, 1960s

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The Golem chair, designed by Vico Magistretti for Poggi in 1973, is one of the most significant examples of Italian … Read more The Golem chair, designed by Vico Magistretti for Poggi in 1973, is one of the most significant examples of Italian design from the 1970s. Magistretti, known for his ability to combine functionality and aesthetics, created a chair that not only reflected the trends of the time but also stood out for its innovation and distinctive character.
The design of the Golem chair is simple yet powerful, with a structure that plays with the contrast between straight lines and soft curves. The chair is very sturdy but at the same time light and easily stackable, making it both functional and practical.
One of the most recognizable features of the Golem is its elegant yet somewhat bold shape, reflecting an idea of "functional" design with a touch of originality. The wooden structure is shaped to offer comfort without compromising on aesthetics, with lines that seem to flow seamlessly.
The Golem chair has had a major impact on the design world and remains one of Magistretti's most appreciated creations. Its combination of practicality, elegance, and modernity has made it popular not only in homes and offices but also in public spaces and exhibitions, becoming a symbol of its era.
The design of the Golem is a perfect example of how Magistretti managed to blend functionality with great attention to aesthetic detail, creating objects that were meant to last over time.

Ludovico "Vico" Magistretti (Milan, 6 October 1920 - Milan, 19 September 2006) was one of the most important Italian designers, architect and urban planner. His clean and essential design has characterized and inspired the world of creating furniture for the home, office and company throughout the second part of the twentieth century.

The professional story of the furniture maker Roberto Poggi is both exemplary and atypical. With his brother Ezio, he infuses the artisan knowledge of his father Carlo, founder of the carpentry of the same name in Pavia, into a production of innovative furnishings in which it is possible to read both the legacy of the Lombard manufacturing tradition and the stimuli from the post-war Milanese architectural and artistic culture This piece is attributed to the mentioned designer/maker. It has no attribution mark and no
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