Description
Exceptional set of four tall ladder-back dining side chairs in the style of Gio Ponti, Italy, c. 1950s. Each chair features a high back, with six horizontal slats, woven natural paper cord rush seats, and a handsome leg design with splayed back legs and ball foot front legs, supported by six stretchers giving a simple Tuscan countryside style and warm traditional appeal. These sturdy, comfortable and lightweight chairs will blend nicely with a mid-century modern or rustic decor.
Condition Report: Original wood finish, minor age-appropriate wear construction is stable and sturdy; rich wood color and patina, seats tight and supportive.
In The Style of: Gio Ponti
Manufacturer: Unknown
Place/Country of Origin: Italy
Of the Period: Mid-Century Modern
Period: 1960s
Materials and Techniques: Wood, Rush
Condition: Very Good
Wear: Wear consistent with age and use
Measurements: 16" Wide x 18" Deep x 44" High, Seats 18'' High
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Original wood finish, minor age-appropriate wear construction is stable and sturdy; rich wood color and patina, seats tight and supportive.
Origin:
Italy
Creator:
Styled After: Gio Ponti
Materials & Techniques:
Rush, Wood
Details:
Country of Origin: Italy
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Number of Seats: 4
Seat Height: 18.0in
Condition Report: Original wood finish, minor age-appropriate wear construction is stable and sturdy; rich wood color and patina, seats tight and supportive.
In The Style of: Gio Ponti
Manufacturer: Unknown
Place/Country of Origin: Italy
Of the Period: Mid-Century Modern
Period: 1960s
Materials and Techniques: Wood, Rush
Condition: Very Good
Wear: Wear consistent with age and use
Measurements: 16" Wide x 18" Deep x 44" High, Seats 18'' High
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Original wood finish, minor age-appropriate wear construction is stable and sturdy; rich wood color and patina, seats tight and supportive.
Origin:
Italy
Creator:
Styled After: Gio Ponti
Materials & Techniques:
Rush, Wood
Details:
Country of Origin: Italy
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Number of Seats: 4
Seat Height: 18.0in
Condition
Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Original wood finish, minor age-appropriate wear construction is stable and sturdy; rich wood color and patina, seats tight and supportive.
Buyer's Premium
20%
Dimensions
44 x 16 x 18 in
Vintage Gio Ponti Style Italian Ladder Back Chairs 4
Estimate $1,500-$2,390
Starting Bid
$750
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