High Comfort Two-Seater Sofa by Le Corbusier

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Le corbusier 2 fauteuil grand confort, petit modèle, deux places for cassina. Derived from the iconic 2 fauteuil grand confort, … Read more Le corbusier 2 fauteuil grand confort, petit modèle, deux places for cassina. Derived from the iconic 2 fauteuil grand confort, petit modèle armchair, the sofa fashioned by cassina and charlotte perriand is the ideal synthesis of form and function. A design masterpiece, with timeless appeal. Designed for ease of conversation, the armchair was exhibited in 1929 at the salon d’automne in paris as the archetype of the modern concept in furnishings, interpreted by its authors as “household equipment”. The separation between the metal structure and the cushions is consistent with the principles of rationalism, just as the separation between the parts is based on an industrial approach to production, reminiscent of the architectural relationship between the loadbearing structure and the in-fill elements structure frame in tubular steel, polished chrome or painted cushion padding variable density polyurethane foam. Resin-treated polyester fibre batting laminated to fabric lining upholstery fabric or leather. A timeless style that has written its own chapter in design history, becoming an icon of global fame. Designed for ease of conversation, the armchair was exhibited at the salon d’automne [autumn salon] in paris in 1929 as the archetype of the modern concept of furnishings, interpreted by its authors as “household equipment”. The separation between the metal structure and the cushions is consistent with the principles of rationalism, just as the separation between the parts is based on an industrial approach to production, reminiscent of the architectural relationship between the loadbearing structure and the in-fill elements. this piece is attributed to the mentioned designer/maker. It has no attribution mark and no
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