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Sedia Alta Chair in Fir Wood by Mario Ceroli for Poltronova, Italy 1972

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An Italian Sedia Alta chair designed by Mario Ceroli for Poltronova in 1972. This sculptural chair was carved from beautifully grained fir wood and features a dramatically high curved seat back and an angular cube base with demilune cutout details. Imprinted ‘Ceroli Poltronova’ on the lower left base of the chair. Two Available; Priced Individually. We also have a single Sedia Alta chair available HERE. This chair is documented in G. Gramigna, Repertorio del Design Italiano 1950 - 1980, Mondadori, 1985, page 363. DIMENSIONS: 23.25"W x 19.5"D x 75.25"H; 17.75"Seat Height CONDITION: Good vintage condition. Minor wear to the wood frames includes marks, scuffs and areas of discoloration. Small chips to the wood are concentrated along the edge of the chair bases. One two inch scratch to the back of one of the chairs.
  • Creator:
    Mario Ceroli (Designer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 75.25 in (191.14 cm)Width: 23.25 in (59.06 cm)Depth: 19.5 in (49.53 cm)Seat Height: 17.75 in (45.09 cm)
  • Style:
    Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1970s
  • Condition:
    Good vintage condition. Minor wear to the wood frames includes marks, scuffs and areas of discoloration. Small chips to the wood are concentrated along the edge of the chair bases. One two inch scratch to the back of one of the chairs.
  • Seller Location:
    Chicago, IL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: SQ73168431stDibs: LU5092138732872
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