Wooden and black skai chair, Italy, 1950s

Wooden and black skai chair, Italy, 1950s

A chair with an organic and light design, crafted from solid wood with a padded seat and backrest upholstered in black vinyl. The flared legs and rounded crosspieces recall postwar Italian modernist taste, with clear references to Nordic design and the work of Carlo Ratti and ISA Bergamo.

The slim profile and oval backrest lend balance and dynamism to the structure, while the contrast between the warm wood and the black surface adds an elegant and understated touch.