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Model No. 807A Distex Lounge Chairs by Gio Ponti for Cassina

Creator: Gio Ponti - Cassina
Offered by: Donzella

Description
Walnut, fabric. A rare pair of iconic Distex lounge chairs by Gio Ponti for Cassina. The Distex model was first presented at the X Triennale in Milan in 1954.

More Information

Documentation:	Documented elsewhere (exact item)
Notes:	Literature: Gio Ponti: A World, Romanelli, pg. 58 Gio Ponti: L'Arte Si Innamora dell'Industria, La Pietra, pg. 226<br>Domus Magazine, April 1954, front cover<br>Provenance: Private collection, Milan.
Origin:	Italy
Period:	1950-1979
Materials:	Walnut, fabric.
Condition:	Good. Very good condition. Wood legs have been cleaned up and the seats have been reupholstered.
Creation Date:	c. 1953
Number of Pieces:	2-3
Styles / Movements:	Modern, Collectible Design, Mid Century
Dealer Reference #:	72 GP 19
Incollect Reference #:	659501

Dimensions

W.	32 in;	H.	32 in;	D.	41 in;
W.	81.28 cm;	H.	81.28 cm;	D.	104.14 cm;

Seat H.	16 in;	Arm H.	18 in;	Back H.	32 in;
Seat H.	40.64 cm;	Arm H.	45.72 cm;	Back H.	81.28 cm;

Message from Seller:

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