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Set of 4 Italian Post-Modern / Memphis Dining Chairs by Massimo Iosa Ghini

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Set of 4 Italian Post-Modern / Memphis Bolidist "Velox" dining chairs by Massimo Iosa Ghini for Moroso, Milan, 1987. 1 "Velox" Chair with sweeping curved arms and 3 "Velox" side chairs. A Massimo Iosa Ghini "Bolidist" Velox Dining Table is also available. Bolidism was a term used by Iosa Ghini to describle sweeping forms that conveyed movement and speed similar to the Italian Futurism movement from the early 20th century. Dimensions: Armchair H 32.5 x W 19 x D 26; side chairs H 32.5 x W 17 x D 21. Literature: N. Bellati, Neues italienisches design, 1990. References: Memphis Design, Ettore Sottsass, Art Furniture, Futurism, Futurist. Art Moderne, Machine Age, Raymond Loewy.
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  • Dimensions:
    Height: 32.25 in (81.92 cm)Width: 19 in (48.26 cm)Depth: 26 in (66.04 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 4
  • Style:
    Post-Modern (Of the Period)
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  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1987
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor fading. Structure is solid and stable and the chairs are great to sit on. The chrome finish is distressed with surface rust creating a modern yet exotic shabby chic feel. 3 of the upholstered coverings are faded by the sun.
  • Seller Location:
    New York, NY
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: Mem41stDibs: LU793524144262
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