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Tripolina Foldable Chair by Dario Alfonsi

$3,500
£2,639.02
€3,041.10
CA$4,855.45
A$5,440.50
CHF 2,831.99
MX$66,556.17
NOK 35,946.85
SEK 33,951.37
DKK 22,702.42
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About the Item

The Tripolina is a folding chair characterized by a wooden frame, metal swivel joints, and a seat made from animal hide. Its design allows for easy folding and portability, making it suitable for various settings.​ The chair is a handcrafted in Rome by Dario Alfonsi, inspired by 19th-century designs from J.B. Fenby and traditional Berber chairs. It features black vegetable-tanned leather and solid teak wood. The organic Icelandic sheepskin pictured in the photo, is added as a decorative throw and is included with the price of the chair.
  • Creator:
  • Similar to:
    Joseph Beverly Fenby (Designer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 45 in (114.3 cm)Width: 26 in (66.04 cm)Depth: 29 in (73.66 cm)Seat Height: 18 in (45.72 cm)
  • Style:
    Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1990s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Atlanta, GA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: Tripolina chair1stDibs: LU10308244688282

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