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"Malu" Modular Lounge Chair by Claudio Vagnoni & Emilio Guarnacci, France 1970s

$2,400per item
£1,813.60per item
€2,094.26per item
CA$3,353.64per item
A$3,721.14per item
CHF 1,949.22per item
MX$45,631.21per item
NOK 24,793.34per item
SEK 23,403.86per item
DKK 15,618.24per item
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About the Item

An iconic piece of Italian history, the rare Malu chair was the result of a collaboration between Claudio Vagnoni and Emilio Guarnacci in the 1970s. This stately modular lounge chair features a sleek black acrylic shell and retains its original gray upholstery with distinctive ruched detailing. Sitting slightly above the ground on round black acrylic feet, it embodies the bold yet refined aesthetic of the era. The original sticker, ‘Industria Chimica Per L’Arredamento - Modello Malu,’ remains intact on the shell. Sourced in France, 1970s. Sold and priced individually.
  • Creator:
    Emilio Guarnacci (Designer),Claudio Vagnoni (Designer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 27 in (68.58 cm)Width: 32 in (81.28 cm)Depth: 36 in (91.44 cm)Seat Height: 15 in (38.1 cm)
  • Style:
    Mid-Century Modern (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
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  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1970s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Good vintage condition. A piece of the acrylic underside of one of the chairs has a crack in it. It has been examined by our restorationists and does not impact the structural integrity or function of the chair. Reupholstery recommended.
  • Seller Location:
    Chicago, IL
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU5092133812752

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