Cassina - Gio Ponti - Chair (6) - 699 Superleggera - Beech

Gio Ponti “Superleggera” Chair with rope seat, perfect condition An elegant and highly desirable Superleggera chair, designed by Gio Ponti for Cassina, featuring its exceptionally well-preserved hand-woven rope seat. Conceived as the ultimate expression of lightness and refinement, the Superleggera has become one of the undisputed icons of twentieth-century Italian design. This example retains the authentic woven rope seat in remarkably fine condition, displaying the craftsmanship and durability for which these chairs are celebrated. The slender tapered frame, inspired by the traditional Chiavari chair, combines extraordinary lightness with surprising strength, a hallmark of Ponti’s visionary approach to design. Its graceful proportions, understated lines and timeless elegance make it equally suited to sophisticated dining rooms, refined studies or curated modern interiors. Designer: Gio Ponti Manufacturer: Cassina Model: Superleggera, Model 699 Country: Italy Period: Mid-Century Modern Materials: Ash wood, hand-woven rope seat Condition: Excellent vintage condition, only minor signs of age consistent with careful use. A true masterpiece of Italian design—light as its name suggests, yet possessing a timeless presence that has made the Superleggera one of the most celebrated chairs ever created.

Estimate:£2,112.09

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