Armchairs

Chair designed by Gerrit Rietveld in 1920. Relaunched in 2015. Manufactured by Cassina in Italy. One of the versions of the iconic model dated 1918. The structure is in black-stained beechwood with white contrasting parts. Seat and back in green lacquered multiplywood. The armchair can have a single seat and backrest cushion in fabric or leather. The black red and blue (Zeilmaker version) born from Rietveld’s chromatic experimentation While researching the origins of the red and blue model in collaboration with the Rietveld heirs, it emerged that the key idea of the first prototypes was based on the concept of spatial organization expressed through the monochrome tones of its elements. The first version was in fact produced in 1918 in completely unpainted wood.   In the following years Rietveld proposed various examples, either monochrome or painted in different colors, depending on the requirements of his customers and the interiors for which the chairs were intended. As such, it comes as no surprise to find this 1920s version, presented as part of Cassina’s MutAzioni selection, created for the school teacher Wicher Zeilmaker with a black frame with white ends and a dark green painted seat and backrest.  It was Rietveld’s ever-increasing involvement in the De Stijl movement that led him to also use primary colors on this model in 1923, and as such the chair became a veritable manifesto for the emerging neoplastic movement. Initially dubbed slat chair, Rietveld only gave it the name red and blue in the 1950s following its chromatic evolution. The various owners of the different examples used the chair as an abstract-realist sculpture in their interiors and, in some cases, as a simple tool for sitting on, adding cushions to make it more comfortable, just like Cassina offers for the black red and blue today. Production delay: 8-9 weeks Important information regarding images of products: Please note that some of the images show other colors and variations of the model, these images are only to present interior design proposals. The item that is selling is on the first image. Important information regarding color(s) of products: Actual colors may vary. This is due to the fact that every computer monitor, laptop, tablet and phone screen has a different capability to display colors and that everyone sees these colors differently. We try to edit our photos to show all of our products as life-like as possible, but please understand the actual color may vary slightly from your monitor About the designer: Gerrit Thomas Rietveld, born in Utrecht on 24 June 1888, seems possessed of two personalities, each so distinct that one might take his work to be that of more than one artist. The first personality is that seen in the craftsman cabinet-maker working in a primordial idiom, re-inventing chairs and other furniture as if no one had ever built them before him and following a structural code all of his own; the second is that of the architect working with elegant formulas, determined to drive home the rationalist and neoplastic message in the context of European architecture. The two activities alternate, overlap, and fuse in a perfect osmosis unfolding then into a logical sequence. In 1918 Rietveld joined the “De Stijl” movement which had sprung up around the review of that name founded the year before by Theo van Doesburg. The group assimilated and translated into ideology certain laws on the dynamic breakdown of compositions (carrying them to an extreme) that had already been expressed in painting by the cubists: the “De Stijl” artists also carefully studied the architectonic lesson taught by the great Frank Lloyd Wright, whose influence was widely felt in Europe at that time. Collaborating first with Robert van’t Hoff and Vilmos Huszar, then with Theo van Doesburg and Cornelius van Eesteren, Rietveld soon became one of the most distinguished interpreters of the neoplastic message. Among his most important works are: the Schröder house at Utrecht (1924); the “Row Houses” at Utrecht (1931-1934); the Dutch pavilion at the Venice Biennial (1954); the sculpture pavilion in the Rijksmuseum Kröller-Müller at Otterloo and the Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam (1955). Out of his equally important furniture, Cassina has chosen for its own production: the “Red and Blue” (1918), the “Zig-Zag” (1934), the “Schröder 1...

The red & blue chair is also known as the “Rietveld Chair” after its designer Gerrit Rietveld, counts as one of the most recognizable pieces designed by De Stijl movement in the 1920...

Armchair designed by Ronan & Erwan Bourroullec in 2019. Manufactured by Cassina in Italy. A low-armed dining chair that is as comfortable as an armchair proper, elegantly extends an...

A fine find! These barrel armchairs model No. 729/2F, designed by Josef Hoffmann, circa 1906. The simplicity of this chair design: is made up of a U-shaped horizontal rail that forms...

Beech bentwood frame, leather upholstery. Designed circa 1900-1910 by Josef Hoffmann for Cabaret Fledermaus in Vienna. Made by Thonet. Delivery time about 4-6 weeks. Up to six avail...

Side chairs in the style of Josef Hoffmann. It was made in the period between 1920-1930, probably in Bohemia or Austria. Made of beech wood and the seat with backrest is upholstered in fabric. The chair is relatively in good condition, showing standard signs...

Gio Ponti armchair manufactured by Cassina in the 1950s. In original condition with ebonized frame, green leather covering and brass feet. Condition: Good vintage condition, minor...

Ice white leatherette and wood legs Rare model Excellent condiction.

Design: Josef Hoffmann This upholstered suite was designed in 1912 for Dr. Hugo Koller’s music room as part of the furnishings at his Vienna apartme...

This cab 414 armchair was designed by Mario Bellini for Italian manufacturer Cassina. It´s the armchair version with comfortable seat padding. It is upholstered in thick aniline sa...

These upholstered items were created during the alterations to Koller’s house in Oberwaltersdorf carried out between 1912-1914. Wittmann has created sofas to match this design.

These upholstered items were created during the alterations to Koller’s house in Oberwaltersdorf carried out between 1912-1914. Wittmann has created sofas to match this design.

Great looking armchair in leather. Designed Mario Bellini and made by Cassina. Great original condition.

A rare and important Josef Hoffmann "Ohrenbackensessel" Chair by J & J Kohn Vienna, 1903 Having a stained beech bentwood frame, and period reproduction fabric in excellent condition. Possibly the finest example of its kind in existence. From the estate of famed antiques dealer Amy...

Stunning bentwood seating set designed by the famous austrian architect and founding member of the world famous "Wiener Werkstaette", Josef Hoffmann. This fantastic salon suite processed by J&J Kohn in the very early 20th century, circa 1903 in Vienna, consists of two timeless designed armchairs and a bench. The ornate bent beechwood set was trimmed to the legendary nut wood look and newly upholstered with finest original Art Nouveau fabric from the renown Backhausen manufacture. These amazing chairs as well as the bench bear the peerless hallmarks of Josef Hoffmann. A rare Art Nouveau seating set...

This pair of "Model 830" armchairs was designed by Gianfranco Frattini for the Italian company Cassina in the 1950s. Both pieces are upholstered in dark green fabric and are supporte...

These upholstered items were created during the alterations to Koller’s house in Oberwaltersdorf carried out between 1912-1914. Wittmann has created sofas to match this design.

A fine find! These barrel armchairs model No. 729/2F, designed by Josef Hoffmann, circa 1906. The simplicity of this chair design: is made up of a u-shaped horizontal rail that forms...

Hoffmann Josef, curved beech armchair, circa 1900. Base and back covered with black leather.

This pair of "Model 849" armchairs was designed by Gianfranco Frattini in the 1950s and manufactured by the Italian company Cassina. The pieces consist of up...

Model 802 armchair - Design by Carlo de Carli, manufactured by Cassina, Italy, 1954. The wooden frame with foam upholstery rests on elastic ribbons. The a...

Designed in 1951 by Marco Zanuso for Arflex, the Lady armchair won the gold medal at the IX Milan Triennale in the same year. The armchair stands as a modern icon, the fruit of innov...

Model AEO, Design by Archizoom associates, manufactured by Deganello Cassina, Italy, 1975. The base of the chairs is formed from grey plastic and carries a steel frame. The set consi...

This "1101" armchair model was designed by Giovanni "Nino" Zoncada and manufactured by the Italian company Cassina, the manufacturer's label is visible on the chair. The wide, round-...

Postmodern luxury lounge chairs by Piero Martini for Cassina, 1970s. The camel leather and wooden details are in exceptionally well preserved condition. Down filled cushions make...

This "1101" armchair model was designed by Giovanni "Nino" Zoncada and manufactured by the Italian company Cassina, the manufacturer's label is visible on the chair. The wide, round-...

Philippe Starck designed this Model Lazy working armchair for Cassina Blue leather. Feet made of aluminium.  

"Modell 809" Armchair - Design by Figli de Amadeo dei Cassina for Cassina, 1958. Set of two chairs in two-tone covering, freshly upholstered and covered with Dedar Trevira "Sansone 4...

Koloman Moser (1868-1918) and Josef Hoffmann (1870-1956). Bent and polished beech and plywood, dyed to rosewood, brass inlays, renewed upholstery. Measures: Height 70 cm (27.5 in.)...

A newly upholstered pair of armchairs by Vico Magistretti for Cassina. The 928 model is characterised by its square footprint and traditional form. A modernist accent is seen in its...

This world-famous upholstered bentwood chair was designed by Josef Hoffmann for the “Fledermaus cabaret” in Vienna in 1905. It was part of a set a seating furniture including the fam...

Set of 2 chairs in cowhide and metal frame by Le Corbusier. Stamped Le Corbusier. Seat height: 40 cm. Wear due to time and age of the chairs.

This LC2 armchair in red carmin leather was designed by Le Corbusier and produced by Cassina. It features a chromed steel frame. Classic Modern Bauhaus object in good condition. L...

An early 20th century model number 728 bentwood armchair designed by Josef Hoffmann for the Viennese cabaret "Fledermaus" in 1905. The chair features a gorgeous deep red patinated s...

CAB 413 cognac leather armchair by Mario Bellini for Cassina, Italy 1970s The Cab 413 chair represents the pioneering realization of the world's first chair with a self-supporting l...

Set of 2 armchairs designed by Le Corbusier and manufactured for Cassina, famous Italian furniture manufacture in 1970s period. Both chairs are original signed, low number early edi...

An LC1 armchair designed by Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret and Charlotte Perriand during the late 1920 and built up using chromed metal tubes and leather. Our version dates from the...

Very beautiful set of 2 armchairs model "Viola d'amore" by Piero De Martini for Cassina, Meda, 1977. Structure in solid wood, covering in cream fabric. Literature G. Gramigna, "Rep...

Pair of Italian model Sesann armchairs designed by Gianfranco Frattini for Casina in the 70s. Body upholstered in black leather and chrome structure. As detailed in the image of the ...

Pair of LC1, Basculant, sling armchairs designed by Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret and Charlotte Perriand in 1928 and manufactured by Cassina, Italy in the 1970's. These iconic Bauha...

Coppia di poltrone mod. 401 di produzione Cassina risalenti a fine anni '40. Le poltrone sono in legno di ciliegio e tessuto di lana di alta qualità. Sono state restaurate e per desi...

Italian modern Armchair mod. LC3 by Le Corbusier, Jeanneret and Perriand for Cassina, 1980s Armchair mod. LC3 with metal tubular structure. The squared seats, backrests and armrests...

Pair of LC1 chairs by Le Corbusier for Cassina, 1970s. Like all the furniture in the "Cassina I Maestri" Collection, the set is indelibly imprinted with the progressive number, whic...

Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Soriana" lounge chairs for Cassina, black leather and metal, Italy, 1969, set of two. Although technically designed in the 1960s, the "Soriana" model by the Italian duo Tobia and Afra Scarpa is firmly associated with the next decade, when its popularity peaked. "Soriana" is low and invites you to sink into its curves. Its most notable feature, however, is the Minimalist structure in chromed steel. This external structure in steel rod keeps the cover taut using buttons...

Committee armchair designed by Pierre Jeanneret circa 1950 , relaunched in 2022. Manufactured by Cassina in Italy. Part of the Hommage à Pierre Jeanneret tribute collection, the din...

Armchair designed by Patricia Urquiola in 2019. Manufactured by Cassina in Italy. This comfy armchair has the same distinctive aesthetics as the Back-Wing chair designed in 2018. ...

A versatile design piece with contemporary lines, the DODO leather armchair was designed by Japanese designer Toshiyuki Kita for Cassina, Italian manu...

An Italian Mid-Century Modern armchair designed by Mario Bellini featuring handstitched black leather upholstery wrapped over internal steel frame. Manufactured by Cassina in Italy, ...

Iconic Mid-Century Modern "Maralunga" 3-seater sofas / armchairs by Vico Magistretti for Cassina. This example features green-grey velvet with colored pattern. While the fabric holds strong, re-covering in new fabric is recommended. Head / backrests are adjustable for a cheeky look that never fails to turn heads in the living room. They are also extremely comfortable. The height of the sofa with fully extended headrest is 40 in (100 cm) and 30 in (71 cm) when fully compressed. It has been professionally laundered and is clean, however, the fabric remains discolored. Structurally sound in every respect and an excellent candidates for re-covering according to decorator's desire. While origin stories behind the world’s timeless designs vary widely, the story of the Maralunga sofa is one of the best in design lore: As legend has it, when Cassina founder Cesare Cassina first saw the prototype for the piece in the mid-1970s by Italian furniture designer Vico Magistretti (1920–2006), he was so disgusted by it that he punched it, breaking the back of the sofa, which crumbled over itself . . . into the shape the piece would eventually take. (“Right, great, it looks perfect to me like that,” Magistretti allegedly responded.) Whether it was his accidental adjustment or further consideration of the design, Cassina clearly came around: His company debuted Magistretti’s design in 1973. The Maralunga is characterized by what looks like a slumped backrest but is really an adjustable-height headrest, moved by way of a bicycle chain...

Iconic Mid-Century Organic Modern pair of Italian "Maralunga" two-seater sofas / armchairs by Vico Magistretti for Cassina. This pair features their original knitted wool upholstery...

This cab 414 armchair was designed by Mario Bellini for Italian manufacturer Cassina. It's the armchair version with comfortable seat padding. It is upholste...

The Model Cab 414 armchair was designed by Mario Bellini for Italian manufacturer Cassina. It's the armchair version with comfortable seat padding. It is upholstered in thick saddl...

  This set of four chairs, two of them with and two of them without armrests, was designed and manufactured in the 1950s by the Italian company Cassina. All four chairs are in very g...

From Austrian designer Josef Hoffmann comes this great Palais Stoclet Armchair. Design year between 1905-1911 through the time of art Nouveau and Vienna secession for the mansion Pa...

From Austrian designer Josef Hoffmann comes this great Palais Stoclet Armchair. Design year between 1905-1911 through the time of art Nouveau and Vienn...

From Austrian designer Josef Hoffmann comes this great Palais Stoclet Armchair. Design year between 1905-1911 through the time of art Nouveau and Vienn...

Set of three Josef Hoffman Viennese set of two (2) armchairs one (1) settee.