Iconic 40/4, designed by American designer David Rowland in 1964
It's called "40/4" because Rowland designed it so it could be stacked 40. It was the first high-density stackable chair in history
Historical Production: They were initially produced by General Fireproofing Co. (GF) in the United States. Subsequently, production for the European market was entrusted to Howe (Denmark), which still produces them today.
The model in the image is the classic version with seat and backrest in curved beech wood and chromed steel sled structure
As soon as it was presented, it won the prestigious Grand Prix at the Milan Triennale in 1964. It is considered one of the most important designs of the 20th century and is exhibited in museums such as the MoMA in New York.
These chairs have been used in prestigious contexts around the world, from St. Paul's Cathedral in London to the Center Pompidou in Paris.