'Lens' Leather Chairs by Giovanni Offredi for Saporiti Italia, c. 1968, Signed
The age and patina on the thick leather of this set of six 'Lens' dining chairs by Giovanni Offredi for Saporiti Italia is so incredible and the bright clean tubular steel adds to the Italian 60s style. Designed in 1968, these armchairs were an instant hit to interior designers and fashion forward interior decors. Italian cutting edge sensibility and style along with high quality old world craftsmanship. Signed with Saporiti Italia label.
The tubular steel frame provides a sculptural and architectural appearance while the heavy aged leather provides a softness and laid-back casual vibe to the design. Italian styling abound throughout this masterpiece - and the quality you expect from Saporiti Italia in the 1960s / 1970s... proving the point of the saying "they don't make them like they used to".
This eye-catching 'Lens' dining chairs by Giovanni Offredi for Saporiti Italia would be a great addition as part of a Classic, contemporary or Mid-Century Modern living room, den, man (or woman!) cave, family room, office or bedroom. It would also be an Apt choice in a corporate, retail or hospitality location such as a boutique hotel lobby, members club, workspace studio, or executive office. Consider using as side chairs, dining, cafe or breakfast table chairs, bedside chairs, fireside chairs, dressing or changing room chairs, hallway chairs, entryway or mudroom chairs, nursing or reading chairs, conference room chairs, office or desk guest chairs, lobby lounge chairs or occasional chairs ideal in virtually any setting.
MEASUREMENTS:
H 32.25" x W 21.25" x D 23"
Seat Height: 18.25"
Seat Depth: 18"
CONDITION:
Very good vintage condition with light age and wear. Deep patina in the aged leather is very beautiful for those who love aged and patinated leather. Chrome is bright and clean. Chairs are sturdy and sound, ready for immediate use.
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