Viscontea Armchair by Achille and Pier Giacomo Castiglioni for Simon International, 1980s

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A rare and extraordinary Viscontea armchair, designed by Achille and Pier Giacomo Castiglioni for Simon Gavina, an industrial transformation of … Read more A rare and extraordinary Viscontea armchair, designed by Achille and Pier Giacomo Castiglioni for Simon Gavina, an industrial transformation of the Sanluca armchair from 20 years earlier, and a true icon of 1980s Italian design.
This armchair is often mistakenly attributed to Studio Tecnico Gavina. The reissue, however, involved the Castiglioni brothers, as described in the original Simon advertisements.
This piece, published in the leading magazines of the time, represents a perfect synthesis of formal experimentation and enveloping comfort.
The bold, sculptural silhouette, characterized by the famous "double curve" of the backrest, which recalls the profile of a noble collar or the silhouette of a stylized pelican, makes the Viscontea instantly recognizable and dramatic.
The structure, rigorously padded and upholstered in bright green Alcantara, emphasizes the seat's theatrical character and the refinement of its workmanship, while the enveloping volume invites you to take a seat in an almost protective dimension, a perfect balance between art and function.
Produced by Dino Gavina's Simon International, this armchair represents one of the pinnacles of the collaboration between the Castiglioni brothers, brilliant interpreters of the radical and innovative thinking that made Italian design famous worldwide.
The original upholstery, marked Simon under the shell, certifies the piece's authenticity.
A collector's item, increasingly rare on the market, that not only furnishes but also defines the space: ideal for both a contemporary interior and a purely collectible setting, the Viscontea is a visionary tribute to the great design of the twentieth century.
Nearly perfect condition, with minimal signs of use only on the base; otherwise, it appears new.

Product Name: Viscontea Armchair by Achille and Pier Giacomo Castiglioni for Simon International
Designer: Achille and Pier Giacomo Castiglioni
Year of Design: 1980s (reissue of the 1960s Sanluca)
Style: Postmodern, experimental, and sculptural Italian design
Main Materials: Upholstered frame, original bright green Alcantara upholstery
Distinctive Design: Backrest with a double curve and a sculptural profile, enveloping and theatrical shape, iconic and recognizable volume
Dimensions: Height 100cm | Width 90cm | Depth 90cm
Comfort: Enveloping and protective seat, designed for immersive and refined comfort
Typical Use: Ideal as a centerpiece in contemporary living rooms, design studios, or collectors' spaces
Design Icon: Famous reinterpretation of the Castiglioni brothers for Simon Gavina; Published in vintage magazines, with the original Simon logo under the body.
Versatility: Perfect for modern or collectible settings, it adds strong personality and historical value.
Current Design Condition: Nearly perfect; original upholstery, minimal signs of use only on the base. This piece has an attribution mark,
I am sure that it is completely authentic and take full responsibility for any authenticity
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