Set of 053 Capitol Complex Armchairs by Pierre Jeanneret for Cassina

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Pair of Pierre Jeanneret 053 Capitol Complex Armchairs for Cassina An iconic armchair, a tribute to the work of Pierre … Read more Pair of Pierre Jeanneret 053 Capitol Complex Armchairs for Cassina An iconic armchair, a tribute to the work of Pierre Jeanneret in India, the Capitol Complex armchair is positioned in the context of the extraordinary architectural work accomplished by Le Corbusier at Chandigarh between 1951 and 1956. It reflects the compositional framework of the Capitol Complex furniture, characterized by the typical V-shaped supports. The padding almost completely surrounds the armrests, designing a geometric contour that, along with the seat and backrest cushions, conveys the idea of instant comfort without forgoing elegance and simplicity. This piece is attributed to the mentioned designer/maker. It has no attribution mark and no
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