Vicario Lounge Chairs by Vico Magistretti for Artemide, 1970s, Set of 2

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A fantastic pair of Artemide "Vicario" lounge chairs, a striking example of progressive Italian design from the early 1970s. Made … Read more A fantastic pair of Artemide "Vicario" lounge chairs, a striking example of progressive Italian design from the early 1970s. Made of fiberglass-reinforced polyester (GRP), the Vicario is characterized by its sculptural, almost fluid form. Seat, backrest, armrests, and legs flow harmoniously into one another, creating a striking unity. The wide, cantilevered armrests, the curved seat shell, and the sturdy legs give the chair its distinctive, futuristic appearance.

The set offered is in very good vintage condition. The red surfaces have retained their intense color and beautiful sheen. Only minimal signs of age and use are present in the plastic. The intense red high-gloss finish accentuates the organic shape and gives the chairs fascinating reflections depending on the light.

The Vicario combines high recognition value with the characteristic aesthetic of Italian Space Age design. Its significance in design history is also evident in the fact that a Vicario from 1971 is part of the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York.

The Vicario was designed in 1970 by Vico Magistretti, and production by Artemide began in 1971.

Vico Magistretti (1920–2006) is considered one of the most important Italian architects and designers of the post-war period. In his designs, he combined clear structural ideas with innovative materials. The Vicario was created during a particularly experimental phase of his collaboration with Artemide, one of the leading figures in modern Italian design. This piece has an attribution mark,
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