Chrome and Black leather Genni Chaise Lounge by Gabriele Mucchi for Zanotta, 1930s

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Exquisite Gabriele Mucchi ‘Genni’ chaise longue designed in 1935 by Gabriele Mucchi for Zanotta. This is an early piece, numbered and with the original cushions and headrest and number. The frame is made from Chromed tubular steel whereas the armrests are covered in leather also. Very elegant and comfortable adjustable (in height) lounge chair in very good vintage condition with very nice patina to the armrests and leather, severe architectural shape and a really comfortable seat.

Mucchi was painter, architect and designer and he is known more for his paintings during the Italian avant-garde movement, this particular furniture piece have gone onto to become modern classics. One can easily see the influence of the Bauhaus period on this piece with its rectilinear shape and use of tubular steel.

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Creator	Gabriele Mucchi
Manufacturer	Zanotta
Design Period	1920 to 1949
Production Period	1930 to 1939
Country of Manufacture	Italy
Attribution Marks	This piece has an attribution mark such as a manufacturer’s label, a certificate of authenticity, or a production mark, This piece has been attributed based on archival documentation, such as vintage catalogs, designer records, or other literature sources, This piece is a well-known design that is well documented in general design literature, The style of the design is reminiscent of the designer and/or manufacturer
Style	Vintage, Mid-Century, Design Classics, Minimalist, Modernist, Bauhaus
Detailed Condition	Very Good — This vintage item has no defects, but it may show slight traces of use.
Restoration and Damage Details	Light wear consistent with age and use, Patina consistent with age and use
Product Code	MO-535543
Materials	Chrome Plating, Leather
Color	Black, silver
Width	58 cm 22.8 inch
Depth	106 cm 41.7 inch
Height	82 cm 32.3 inch
Seat Height	13.8 inch
Duties Notice	Import duty is not included in the prices you see online. You may have to pay import duties upon receipt of your order.