Mid-Century Modern Italian Chiavari Dining Chairs by Paolo Buffa, 1950s, Set of 6

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Italian original set of six chiavari chairs attributed to paolo buffa, restored and reupholstered feet in golden brass.
measure in … Read more Italian original set of six chiavari chairs attributed to paolo buffa, restored and reupholstered feet in golden brass.
measure in cm: h 50\.02 w 45 d45
chiavari chairs:
the famous chiavari chair, called ''chiavarina'' is very lightweight with slender structure. Was made the first time in the late eighteenth century by the craftsman giuseppe gaetano descalzi said ''campanino''. It is said that this model was commissioned by the marquis and first president of the society stefano rivarola, who after a stay in paris was hit by some of exquisite craftsmanship chairs, solid and light at the same time. This piece is attributed to the mentioned designer/maker. It has no attribution mark and no
official proof of authenticity,
however it is well documented in design history. I take full responsibility for any authenticity



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