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Franco Albini, Luisella Chair for Poggi, Italy 1950s, model SD9

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Designed by Franco Albini and Franca Helg and manufactured in Italy by Poggi in the late 1950s, the Luisa and Luisella chairs have become icons of Italian mid-century design. The frame is in beautiful walnut, with knuckle joints and diamond motif detail to the back rest, and the teal fabric upholstery is believed to be original. 79cm high, 50cm wide, 45cm deep, seat height 44cm Weight approximately 8kg In good original condition for age and use. Two chairs available, price is per chair.
  • Creator:
    Poggi (Manufacturer),Franco Albini and Franca Helg (Designer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 31.11 in (79 cm)Width: 19.69 in (50 cm)Depth: 17.72 in (45 cm)Seat Height: 17.33 in (44 cm)
  • Style:
    Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1950s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor marks and wear to original fabric.
  • Seller Location:
    Wargrave, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: Albini Luisella F8781stDibs: LU839541425332

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