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Pair of Luisa Chairs by Franco Albini

About the Item

Two rosewood Luisa chairs with seats and backs upholstered in a patinated and weathered leather. These examples are the versions for Poggi, rather than the reissued Cassina versions. The chair was awarded the Medal D’Oro by ADI, an Italian Industrial Design Association.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 35.5 in (90.17 cm)Width: 21.75 in (55.25 cm)Depth: 21.75 in (55.25 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1950s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    San Francisco, CA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: A35071stDibs: LU908631591422

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