'Sedia 1' Chairs By Enzo Mari For Artek, Finland, 2010

A beautiful and rarely available pair of Enzo Mari 'Sedia 1' chairs, originally designed in 1974 and briefly reissued by Artek in 2010. As part of Mari’s visionary ‘Autoprogettazione’ project, this chair was designed to be built using only simple, affordable materials, making high-quality design accessible to all. The Artek edition stayed true to this ethos, offering a self-assembly kit with pre-cut pinewood boards, nails, and instructions, requiring only a hammer. Over time, the ‘Sedia 1’ has become a highly sought-after collectible, with the Artek reissue now equally rare. Finding one is difficult - finding a matching pair is even more exceptional, making this offering truly unique for collectors and design enthusiasts.Enzo Mari (1932–2020) was a legendary Italian designer, artist, and thinker, known for his uncompromising approach to design. Educated at the Brera Academy in Milan, he was deeply influenced by the Arts and Crafts movement, socialism, and the belief that design should serve society rather than commerce. Over his career, Mari created more than 2,000 works, including iconic pieces like the ‘Sof Sof’ and ‘Tonietta’ chairs, while also teaching at prestigious institutions such as the University of Parma and the Milan Polytechnic. He famously insisted that a product must be at least 45 years old before it can be truly judged for its quality - a testament to his focus on longevity and integrity in design. His legacy continues to inspire, and his 'Autoprogettazione' series remains one of the most radical and influential design experiments of the 20th century.Priced per piece.