Riviera Rationalism

A mid-century Italian armchair in bamboo, curved rattan and hand-woven wicker, the rounded backrest formed of thin curved canes in a fan arrangement over shaped bamboo armrests and wicker-bound joints. The open weave keeps the chair visually light while the bamboo frame gives it genuine strength, and the cane has aged to a warm, even honey patina. Made in the Italian Riviera manner associated with Franco Albini, whose cane work defined the genre. A sculptural occasional chair for a living room, bedroom or sunroom — comfortable alone, better still in a reading corner with a side table.

Origin: Italy
Era: c.1960s
Materials: Bamboo, curved rattan, hand-woven wicker
Dimensions: W 57cm, D 62cm, H 92cm; seat height 41cm
Attribution: In the style of Franco Albini
Condition: Frame sound. Good vintage condition with warm honey patina and light wear consistent with age.
Use: Armchair / occasional chair

For details of the terms used above, see our Condition & Attribution Reference Guide.