Wonderful vintage Italian MCM a.k.a. Mid-Century Modern ladderback armchair composed of a black painted frame and a natural woven twisted rush seat in the manner of Gio Ponti. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that this is vintage and not new so will have signs of use and wear even if it has been refinished or restored. Specifically, the frame retains the original vintage patina including some nicks, dings, and scratches as you would expect with a vintage piece. Please see photos, zoom in for details, and see long description as they are part of the condition report. We attempt to portray any imperfections. Circa, Mid-20th Century. Move over “little black dress…” There’s a “little black armchair” in town!!!!! LOL… That’s right…. A “go almost ANYWHERE” chair… This is… THAT chair!!! We present to you this GORGEOUS Italian Mid-Century Modern style ladderback armchair composed of a beautiful black painted frame featuring a handsome natural woven twisted rush seat designed in the manner of Gio Ponti. It is labeled “Made in Italy” and it bears a spectacular silhouette composed of straight front legs holding a lovely horizontal front stretcher that extend up and connect to the base of the arms, a tall ladderback with four horizontal slats between the back side rails which continue down to create the back legs that are holding a single straight horizontal stretcher, and double side stretchers between the front and back legs…PLUS the most wonderful curved arm detail…OH, LA LA!!!!! It would be wonderful in a corner of your bedroom, utilized as a side chair in your living or family room, or in the entry for a FABULOUS place to sit and remove your shoes. It is VERY classic, VERY versatile, and it exudes a timeless presence you are sure to love for years to come!! Giovanni “Gio” Ponti 1891-1979 was an Italian architect, industrial designer, furniture designer, artist, teacher, writer, and publisher who was interested in the arts from early childhood and excelled at painting with a career that spanned six decades. He became an architect in 1921, which was after the war had intervened and his education had been postponed. By the 1950s he had gained international fame with the design of the Pirelli Tower in Milan. During his career he designed more than 100 buildings in Italy and the world. He founded, in 1928, and directed almost all his life the magazine Domus which contributed largely to the Italian-style art of living. He taught at the Milan Polytechnic School from 1936 to 1961 training several generations of designers. And he contributed to the creation of one of the most important design awards: the Compasso d’Oro prize. In 1946 Ponti designed several series for Venini, becoming their first designer after WWII. His furniture and accessories designs are prized and sought after throughout the world. This armchair is SINGLE and ready to MINGLE its way right into your home!! This black painted Italian ladderback armchair with a natural twisted woven seat in the style of Gio Ponti needs to be in your home. So, just do it… Make it YOURS!!!!! Chair Size: - Height: 36.25 Inches - Width: 20.5 Inches - Depth: 19 Inches - Seat Height: 18 Inches - Arm Height: 27 Inches - Inside Seat Width: 16.75 Inches - Inside Seat Depth: 16 Inches - Inside Back Height: 18 Inches - Clearance to floor: 10 Inches - Weight: 9.4 Pounds Boxed Size: - Length: 42 Inches - Width: 25 Inches - Height: 24 Inches - Weight: 20 Pounds