Description
A design classic, the Wassily Chair was designed by the Hungarian-American architect and designer Marcel Breuer (05.190-07.1981) around 1925 and has matured into a design icon today. The armchair offered here is an early creation by Gavina.
The Gavina models, as well as the early versions from Knoll International, only had a sticker for identification. The modern models have the manufacturer’s name incorporated into the frame. In addition, Gavina has partly worked with the signature in the leather, as we find it on this model.
Manufactured in 1925 by Thonet, restored in 1964 by Gavina, after the Gavina company was taken over by Knoll Int. (1968), manufactured by Knoll-International (to this day).
Awards
The Museum of Modern Art Award, 1968
Recognition as “Work of Art” Germany, 1982
| Creator |
Marcel Breuer |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer |
Gavina |
| Design Period | 1920 to 1949 |
| Production Period | Unknown |
| Country of Manufacture | Italy |
| Identifying Marks | This piece has been attributed based on archival documentation, such as vintage catalogs, designer records, or other literature sources |
| Style | Vintage, Design Classics, Bauhaus |
| Detailed Condition |
Very Good This vintage/antique item has no defects, but it may show slight traces of use. |
| Restoration and Damage Details |
Light wear consistent with age and use, Patina consistent with age and use
|
| Product Code | XNJ-2173157 |
| Materials | Chrome Plating, Leather, Tubular Steel |
| Color | Black, silver |
| Width |
78 cm 30.5 inch |
| Depth |
69 cm 27.2 inch |
| Height |
73 cm 28.5 inch |
| Duties Notice | Import duty is not included in the prices you see online. You may have to pay import duties upon receipt of your order. |
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