Cappellini

Wooden Chair Armchair natural wood / Marc Newson, 1992

Treat yourself to an ORIGINAL iconic piece by Cappellini. An original will never lose its value. It will stay with you for your whole life, and even longer, perfect for passing on to the next generation. Marc Newson was named by Time magazine as one of the "100 most influential people in the world", and received countless awards and distinctions. The Australian designer is a lover of life and Earth: his pieces are odes to nature. After smashing several records at auctions, Newson's work represents almost 25% of the entire contemporary design market. His work can be found in the permanent collections of many illustrious museums. From chairs and restaurants to planes and spaceships, Australian designer Marc Newson stops at nothing.Sleek and futuristic, Marc Newson's style is all curves and transparency, and the right angles are almost non-existent, just like in nature.The iconic Wooden Chair armchair was originally designed in 1992 for the touring "Crafts Council" exhibition. A bona fide work of art, this fascinating piece is an excellent example of Marc Newson's taste forWooden Chair is an example of Marc Newson's ambition to push the limits of materials. It's the outcome of exceptional wooden expertise. Extremely airy, the openwork structure is made up of several steam-shaped solid beech slats, which are entangled to form a loop. The beech bands are reinforced with horizontal supports: 2 on the ends and 3 on the seat. This structure is sufficiently sturdy to stand alone, whilst also offering a suppleness which provides great comfort.The continuous line is incredibly smooth. The Wooden Chair armchair is a modern and innovative seating solution, yet is also warm and astonishingly comfortable. This armchair imposes its sculptural yet lightweight silhouette just as well at home as it does in public spaces.

In detail:

• Variation : Natural wood

• Brand : Cappellini

• Designer : Marc Newson

• Type : Armchair

• Colour : Natural wood

• Material : Solid, natural curved beech, oil finish

• Dimensions : L 82 x D 103 cm x H 70 cm - Seat: H 36 cm
• Weight : 0 lb
• Characteristics : Model created in 1992 by Marc Newson - A design icon - Original piece by Cappellini (will never lose its value)
• Country of Manufacture : Italy