Interlocking Lounge Chair 4801

Designer: Joe Colombo
Manufacturer: Kartell
Origin: Italy
Era: 1960s
Dimensions: W63 × D56 × H58 cm (Seat Height: 36 cm)
Material: Beech Plywood, Fabric

The “Retro-Futurism” genius designer Joe Colombo was a renowned Italian industrial designer and one of the pioneers of modernist style.

This 4801 chair was designed by him for Kartell and produced in the 1960s. Crafted from three curved beech plywood pieces, it retains the streamlined aesthetic and innovative material usage, making it a masterpiece of Italian modern design with significant collectible and historical value.

Displayed in a seating arrangement alongside pieces by Frank Lloyd Wright, Fortuny lighting, and an Italian Art Deco coffee table, this setup showcases a harmonious blend of modern and classical elements.