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Emanuele Rambaldi, 4 Dining Chairs Leggerissima Model, Figli Di Sanguineti, 1951

$6,162.77per set
£4,601.59per set
€5,200per set
CA$8,452.62per set
A$9,500.19per set
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MX$115,545.77per set
NOK 63,308.64per set
SEK 60,035.25per set
DKK 39,585.56per set
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A very rare set of six dining chairs, the "Leggerissima" (ultralight) model, designed by Emanuele Rambaldi and manufactured by Figli di Sanguineti G.B. Constructed from beech, this model features a frame weighing just 1.65 kg (with a total weight of 2.00 kg, including its drawn guinea cane seat). Presented at the IX Triennale in 1951, the same year Gio Ponti designed the Leggera chair and seven years before his Superleggera model. Our chairs have undergone professional restoration and newly caning by the artisans in our in-house workshop. The caning process adheres to all ancient Chiavari techniques. Due to the structural function of the cane in these chairs, it enhances sturdiness and longevity while maintaining a super-light frame. Dimensions: 41 x 40 x 89 cm [DxWxH] Weight: 2.00 kg Year: 1951 Condition: Excellent condition, restored and newly caned Reference: First Sanguineti Catalogue - 1956 Ambienti Arredati, Quaderni Domus - 1954 Regesto IX Triennale di Milano - 1951
  • Creator:
    Emanuele Rambaldi (Designer),Figli Di Sanguineti (Cabinetmaker)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 35.04 in (89 cm)Width: 15.75 in (40 cm)Depth: 16.15 in (41 cm)Seat Height: 17.72 in (45 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 4
  • Style:
    Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Beech,Cane,Caning
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1951
  • Condition:
    Refinished. Replacements made: New drawn guinea cane.
  • Seller Location:
    Chiavari, IT
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU6764237330632

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