Stool from Chromocraft Corporation, Usa, 1944

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Rare work stool produced by chromcraft corporation in 1944, an authentic testimony to post-war american industrial design.
this model represents … Read more Rare work stool produced by chromcraft corporation in 1944, an authentic testimony to post-war american industrial design.
this model represents a refined functional and stylistic evolution of the stool designed by gio ponti for the montecatini offices in 1938, reinterpreted in an american key with a more technical, essential and mass-production-oriented approach.
designed for laboratories, technical environments and workshops, the stool combines construction solidity, ergonomics and functional design.
the structure is composed of a sturdy five-spoke base in black painted cast iron, mounted on original swivel wheels, which guarantees perfect stability and mobility.
the seat and backrest, padded and covered in original period vinyl in excellent burgundy condition, show a beautiful period patina, with signs of wear consistent with professional use, which increase its authentic charm.
the mechanical screw system allows for height adjustment, while the backrest is supported by an arched metal structure with a reclining system, which emphasizes the engineering approach of the design. The compact proportions and technical character make it ideal not only as a work chair, but also as a sculptural piece for industrial or vintage-style interiors.
although produced by chromcraft, this stool shares many structural and aesthetic characteristics with the famous model made by emeco in the same years, featured on the cover of the book "a taxonomy of office chairs" by jonathan olivares. Both models belong to the same functionalist design genealogy, characterized by a shared industrial language, where form and function coincide in a direct and essential way.
coming from a military base, it is in excellent general condition with some small signs of aging that do not compromise its functionality and aesthetics, on the contrary they give tangible evidence of the 80 years and more that this beautiful object has.

product name: chromocraft corporation usa 1944 stool
designer: chromcraft corporation
year of design: 1944
style: post-wwii american industrial design
primary materials: black painted cast iron, metal, original padded vinyl
distinctive design: five-spoke base on swivel casters, arched backrest with reclining structure, screw system for height adjustment, original burgundy vinyl with vintage patina
dimensions: height 88cm | width 45cm | depth 50cm | seat height 45cm
comfort: padded and adjustable seat and backrest, designed to ensure ergonomics and support during long work sessions
typical use: originally for laboratories, workshops and technical environments; today also perfect as an industrial or vintage furnishing element
design icon: rare testimony to american industrial design; affinity with the emeco model featured in jonathan olivares' a taxonomy of office chairs
versatility: can be used both as an office chair and as a sculptural piece for interiors with a strong character
current design condition: excellent overall condition with signs of use consistent with age; fully functional and stable
additional notes: please note that this item is in good vintage condition. There may be minor signs of aging, which do not affect its functionality. this piece has an attribution mark,
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