1951 GoodForm Tanker Chair Giò Ponti General Fireproofing

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**Description:**

Authentic 1951 mid-century industrial tanker desk chair manufactured by the General Fireproofing Company under its GoodForm brand. The chair … Read more **Description:**

Authentic 1951 mid-century industrial tanker desk chair manufactured by the General Fireproofing Company under its GoodForm brand. The chair features the machine-age industrial design associated with seating Giò Ponti created for the Montecatini Building in Milan, Italy, in 1936.

This highly collectible adjustable office chair features:

* Steel tubular frame
* Cast aluminum four-star propeller base
* Original green vinyl seat and back
* Swivel seat
* Adjustable seat-height mechanism
* Four rolling casters
* Authentic industrial modern styling

Manufactured in Youngstown, Ohio, for the American market, GoodForm tanker chairs are recognized for their durable construction, functional engineering, and distinctive industrial profile.

**Specifications:**

Manufacturer: General Fireproofing Company / GoodForm
Style: Industrial / Mid-Century Modern / Tanker Chair
Designer Attribution: Giò Ponti Influence
Origin: Youngstown, Ohio, USA
Era: 1951
Materials: Steel, Cast Aluminum, Vinyl

**Dimensions:**

* Height: 33.5" adjustable
* Width: 17"
* Depth: 17.5"
* Seat Height: 17.5" adjustable

**Condition:**

Excellent vintage condition. The chair is structurally sound, exceptionally well preserved, and presents beautifully. The original green vinyl seat and back remain intact with no tears or rips. The chair swivels, rolls, and adjusts properly, and the adjustable-height mechanism operates smoothly.

The steel frame and aluminum base retain their original character with minor age-appropriate surface wear. Please review all photographs for a complete representation of the chair’s condition. See less