Description
Roberto Sebastian Matta
Malitte modular seating system
Gavina
Chile / Italy, 1966
wool upholstery over polyurethane foam
assembled: 62.375 h x 61.5 w x 25 d in (158 x 156 x 63 cm)
An example of this design is in the permanent collection of the Museum of Modern Art, New York.
Seating system is comprised of five elements that can be arranged in a variety of configurations. Fabric manufacturer's label to underside of one element 'Malitte Made in Italy by Gavina S.P.A.'.
This work will ship from Chicago, Illinois.
Malitte modular seating system
Gavina
Chile / Italy, 1966
wool upholstery over polyurethane foam
assembled: 62.375 h x 61.5 w x 25 d in (158 x 156 x 63 cm)
An example of this design is in the permanent collection of the Museum of Modern Art, New York.
Seating system is comprised of five elements that can be arranged in a variety of configurations. Fabric manufacturer's label to underside of one element 'Malitte Made in Italy by Gavina S.P.A.'.
This work will ship from Chicago, Illinois.
Condition
Fair to good condition. General wear exists throughout the upholstery consistent with age and use. Yellow element shows a few scuffs and abrasions. Perimeter seam on the largest element on its largest side is separating and needs to be re-glued by a professional upholsterer.
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Roberto Sebastian Matta, Malitte modular seating system
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Jul 23, 2026 12:00 PM EDTChicago, IL, United States
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