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Medea Plywood Chair by Vittorio Nobili for Fratelli Tagliabue

Creator: Vittorio Nobili - Fratelli Tagliabue
Offered by: Original in Berlin

Description
Designed in 1955, the Medea chair is a landmark of post-war Italian design. Vittorio Nobili’s sculptural use of molded plywood creates a fluid, ergonomic form, paired with slender iron legs that emphasize lightness and modernity. Awarded the Compasso d'Oro in 1956, the chair is recognized as an icon of mid-century industrial design. This example remains in good vintage condition, showing signs of age consistent with age.
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More Information

Documentation:	Documented elsewhere (similar item)
Origin:	Italy
Period:	1950-1979
Materials:	Wood
Creation Date:	1950's
Styles / Movements:	Modern, Mid Century
Incollect Reference #:	844545

Dimensions

W.	18.11 in;	H.	32.68 in;	D.	20.87 in;
W.	46 cm;	H.	83.01 cm;	D.	53.01 cm;

Seat H.	16.93 in;
Seat H.	43 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.

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