Black Willow Chairs by Charles Rennie Mackintosh for Atelier International, Italy, 1980s, Set of 2

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Two black 1980s Willow chairs designed by Mackintosh. The Willow chair was originally designed in 1904 by architect Charles Rennie Mackintosh for the Willow Tea rooms in Glasgow as part of an re-design project.

The Charles Rennie Mackintosh Willow Chair is an upholstered settee constructed in ash wood with a curved back and storage below the seat. The chair's curved back forms the pattern of a willow tree and the lattice is made from a series of short horizontal insets between the continuous verticals slats. The tall semi- circular back served to separate the entrance area from the tea-room behind it. The back encompasses the seat, illustrating to perfection Mackintosh’s geometric and Art Nouveau style.

Both chairs have small, not disturbing wear marks. The original pillows are not included. I have official proof of authenticity such as vintage catalogs,
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