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Pair of Italian MId-century Futurist Lounge Chairs Attr. to Gigi Radice, c. 1950

Creator: Gigi Radice
Offered by: Thomas Gallery Ltd.

Description
An Important Pair of Italian MId-Century Futurist Lounge Chairs Attr. to Gigi Radice. The works feature an iconic futurist form emphasizing movement and speed with their angled and aerodynamic form. The legs are hand forged iron and feature an angled, tapered and transparent aesthetic amplifying the their futurist appeal. The upholstery is original and is need of updating. Overall, these are an dramatic pair of armchairs with unique form and lines. Futurism was early 20th century movement that influenced the development of Modernism. These works are an opportunity to be connected to that history. Furthermore, they are high-backed and comfortable.

Additional References: Giacomo Balla, Filippo Tommaso Marinetti, Umberto Boccioni,, Carlo Carrà, Gino Severini, and Luigi Russolo. Gio Ponti, Fontana Arte, Isamu Noguchi, Eero Saarinen, Midcentury Modern.

More Information

Documentation:	Documented elsewhere (similar item)
Origin:	Italy
Period:	1950-1979
Materials:	Upholstery, Wrought Iron, Hammered
Condition:	Good.
Styles / Movements:	Modern, Mid Century
Incollect Reference #:	794554

Dimensions

W.	37 in;	H.	30 in;	D.	34 in;
W.	93.98 cm;	H.	76.2 cm;	D.	86.36 cm;

Message from Seller:

T. Thomas Gargiulo came from a dual background as a Ph.D. in Psychology with extensive training in Art History and Anthropology to form Thomas Gallery in downtown Manhattan in 1997 to balance intellectual with design pursuits. Since its inception the gallery has seen decorative arts as a vibrant representation of human culture of each age and as a portal to understanding it. P: 917.434.4032 E: thomasgalleryltd@gmail.com