Leather Scissor Chair by Antonio Citterio for Flexform Italia, 1980s

Description

A stunningly rare leather & chrome scissor lounge chair, by Paul Tuttle and Antonio Citterio for Flexform Italy designed and … more A stunningly rare leather & chrome scissor lounge chair, by Paul Tuttle and Antonio Citterio for Flexform Italy designed and produced in 1980.

The frame consists of one piece of solid chromed steel. The leather seat is masterfully created by saddle-makers who worked with Flexform and it’s afixed to the frame on 6 points by chrome cylinder shaped capsules that are hand stitched in situe.

The leather seat consist of double layer leather saddle set cows leather, with beautiful stitching below and on top. A wonderfully crafted example of the incredible pieces that Flexform Italia is renown.

Dimensions:

Width - 65 cm
Depth - 78 cm
Height - 76 cm
Seat Height - 35 cm

Condition Report:

Good vintage condition, the chrome is very well preserved, the leather has retained its beautiful rich & deep brown colour & is structurally sound, but there is some very clear ageing on the leather around the cylinders on the base of the chair, please refer to the photographs.

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