Natural Ashwood Ico Design Chair by Ora Ïto for Cassina

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Ora ïto, natural ashwood ico design chair for cassina perfect fit the ico design chair is a clear tribute by … more Ora ïto, natural ashwood ico design chair for cassina perfect fit the ico design chair is a clear tribute by designer ora ïto to the history of cassina, and especially to the 814 chair designed by architect ico parisi in 1950. Versatile and dynamic, its silhouette is immediately recognizable. The aesthetic elegance and comfort of the ico design chair are fundamental design elements, as emphasized by the pairing of the curved wood to the meticulously tailored upholstery. Part of the permanent collection of the centre pompidou in paris, ico is cassina’s most complex chair and exemplifies the company’s excellence in the field of carpentry and quality manufacturing, the best of what the meda area north of milan can supply. This contemporary design, the outcome of technological innovation backed by fine artisanal skills, starts from a structure in solid ash wood, shaped by state-of-the-art cnc machinery, and then finished by hand by seasoned craftsmen. Among the details worthy of note: the all-wood joints, typical of all cassina’s products, and the stitching that fulfils both a technical and an aesthetic function. The timeless design of this extremely comfortable chair makes it an ideal choice both in the home and in a contract environment. this piece is attributed to the mentioned designer/maker. It has no attribution mark and no
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