Designed by Giancarlo De Carlo for Arflex in the second half of the 1950s, the “Lucania” chair was born from a particularly interesting project: its configuration was conceived for the Lucania motor yacht, bringing formal research linked to the nautical world to domestic production. The design combines a tubular steel frame with a contoured wooden shell, while the padding provides comfort and defines the soft profile of the seat. The result is a composition in which materials and structure remain legible, without sacrificing a welcoming presence. The unique configuration of the backrest and armrests, along with the compact proportions, creates an immediately recognizable silhouette and testifies to the experimentation that characterized post-war Italian design. The Lucania is distinguished precisely by this relationship between structural rigor and organic forms, a characteristic that has contributed to its presence in the major collections dedicated to 20th-century Italian design. The chair has undergone a conservative restoration: the cushions have been completely reupholstered, maintaining the seat's original shape and making it once again suitable for everyday use. A significant piece of early Italian modernism, particularly interesting for collectors and enthusiasts of Arflex, Giancarlo De Carlo, and the history of 1950s Italian design.
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SILVER Seller in Torino, Italia
