Superleggera 699, Design 1951-57, production since 1957

Chair "Ultra light 669"

DesignGio (Giovanni) Ponti, Milano 1891–1979 Milano

ManufacturerCassina, founded 1927

Ash lacquered, spanish bast braid

(H x W x D)83 × 40 × 40 cm

Place of originMeda

Status

on display, room 027

About the workA “super light” chair of great simplicity. For its design, Gio Ponti took measurements from plain wooden chairs. The restrained use of sturdy ash wood and light wickerwork resulted in a seat that weighs just 1700 grammes. Produced at low cost, the “Superleggera” was intended to be affordable for the masses, but this proved unfeasible due to the complex manufacturing process. Ponti was not only a designer, but also one of the most prominent architects of his time. He set new benchmarks with buildings such as the Pirelli Tower, which was erected in Milan in 1958.

AccessionGift 1990

ProvenanceJanuar 1990 erworben durch Schenkung des Herstellers

Inventory numberP 1990-7

Contact

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