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Early Elettra Chair by Studio BBPR for Arflex in light pink, Italy, 1950s

Creator: Arflex - Studio BBPR
Offered by: Original in Berlin

Description
Iconic Elettra chair by Studio BBPR for Arflex with a black metal tubular base which is intersected below the seat. The chair has been newly upholstered in a delicate, light pink fabric. The Elettra chair is a modernist chair designed by BBPR for the Italian furniture manufacturer Arflex. The chair was first introduced in the 1950s and quickly became an iconic example of Mid-Century Italian design. The Elettra chair features a sleek, minimalist design with a low profile. It was designed to be both functional and stylish with a sturdy construction making it a practical choice for everyday use. The chair has been used in a wide range of settings, including private residences, offices, and public spaces, and it remains a popular design today.

More Information

Documentation:	Ample Provenance
Origin:	Italy
Period:	1950-1979
Materials:	Metal, Fabric
Condition:	Good. reupholstered
Creation Date:	1950s
Styles / Movements:	Modern, Mid Century
Dealer Reference #:	Cc.ob.BbprElletraArflex.m.2206b
Incollect Reference #:	665244

Dimensions

W.	19.29 in;	H.	28.35 in;	D.	20.47 in;
W.	49 cm;	H.	72 cm;	D.	52 cm;

Seat H.	18.11 in;
Seat H.	46 cm;

Message from Seller:

Spread across more than 500 m2 of retail space, Original in Berlin offers a wide range of Mid-Century Modern and selected studio furniture, lighting and accessories. Here, design lovers can find rarities by well known designers such as Charlotte Perriand, Hans J. Wegner, Pierre Chapo and Gio Ponti, as well as American classics by Paul McCobb, Jens Risom and George Nelson.