Italy, 1956. Cassina production
Foot in walnut, upholstery in butter-colored mohair wool velvet
Special commission based on the model of the 1950s armchair that Gio Ponti designed for the AUGUSTUS ship
Manufactured in Italy in the 1956, this sofa is a prime example of Gio Ponti’s extensive contributions for private apartments and interiors. Featuring a simple yet captivating shape, it stands as a timeless icon. A multidisciplinary talent, Gio Ponti investigated art, architecture and design through continuous research into shapes, materials and the essence of reality. Ponti believed that design transcended mere functionality, seeking to harmonize form, creativity, beauty and efficiency.
W 134 x D 75 x H 76 cm
W 52.76 x D 29.53 x H 29.92 in
