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Pair of Italian Futurist Wood & Leather Lounge Chairs, Giacomo Balla Attributed

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Rare, unique pair of Italian early modernist armchairs attributed to Giacomo Balla. The chairs integrate futurist aesthetics with Arts & Crafts style. The pieces utilize typical Arts & Crafts materials. They are in solid wood with large studded leather arms, back rests and seats and are fastened together with wood pins. Futurist design is seen in aero-dynamic arms which emphasize speed and dynamic movement and the seats, backrests and pins which are set on multiple intersecting planes. In all, the chairs are rare in the use of design and materials.
  • Attributed to:
    Giacomo Balla (Artist)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 34 in (86.36 cm)Width: 40 in (101.6 cm)Depth: 24.5 in (62.23 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Style:
    Futurist (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1910-1930
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    New York, NY
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: GB241stDibs: LU79358364393
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