Hand-Carved Walnut Chairs, Italy, 1950s, 1940s, Set of 4

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Set of four rare Modernist chairs in hand-carved solid walnut, made in Italy in the 1940's. The design is bold … Read more Set of four rare Modernist chairs in hand-carved solid walnut, made in Italy in the 1940's. The design is bold and highly sculptural, featuring sharp angular lines, a triangular backrest, and dramatically splayed rear legs that appear to “catapult” backwards. Created at the end of the Futurist era and just before the outbreak of the Second World War, the chairs reflect the innovative spirit of Italian modernist design. The result is a rare and distinctive set that combines architectural geometry with refined craftsmanship. See less