Italy, 1957. Manufactured by Cassina
Black lacquered ash wood frame, Pieces available with rattan seat and non-original champagne-colored upholstery.
Gio Ponti: l'arte si innamora dell'industria, Ugo La Pietra, editor Coliseum, p. 251, 252, 253 for similar examples
Manufactured by Cassina in 1957, the Superleggera chair was the culmination of Gio Ponti’s research and design evolution, which began in 1949. With its elegant, minimalist form and remarkably lightweight structure, 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 41 x D 46 x H 83 cm W 16.14 x D 18.11 x H 32.68 in
