Mid-Century Modern Furniture & Design
Timed Online Auction, 4 September - 1 October 2025
Furniture, lighting and rugs
Lot Estimate
ZAR 10 000 - 12 000
Selling Price
Unsold
Location
Cape Town
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About this Item
Italy 1927-2007
Pair of 'Lens' armchairs, for Saporiti, Italy
each with cantilevered steel frame, leather upholstered back, seat and armrest
(2)
c.1960-1970
'saporiti italia' printed fabric to underside
height: 83cm; width: 65,5cm; depth: 50cm
Notes
Giovanni Offredi was originally trained as an engineer, later transitioning into industrial design. His background in technical fields gave his designs a precise and industrial feel which had a strong emphasis on ergonomics and comfort.
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