A true icon of corporate mid-century modern design: the Sapper Executive Office Chair, designed by the legendary Richard Sapper for Knoll International circa 1980. Featuring a striking monochromatic black aesthetic with premium leather and a sleek metal frame, this chair is the ultimate statement piece for a curated home office or executive suite, offering both historical significance and advanced ergonomic comfort. An Era-Defining Executive Chair Introduced in 1979 and becoming a staple of 1980s executive suites, the Sapper seating collection marked a significant milestone for Knoll. Designed by German industrial designer Richard Sapper (famous for the Tizio lamp), this chair was one of the first to successfully integrate advanced ergonomic principles into a sleek, high-end, minimalist aesthetic. It embodies power, elegance, and functionalism. Advanced Comfort & Materials The chair’s striking profile is defined by its channel-tufted cushions, specifically engineered to provide targeted lumbar and back support. It is fully upholstered in rich, high-quality black leather. The seat rests on a robust black enameled metal frame and a five-star swivel base with casters, ensuring smooth mobility. The chair features a functional pneumatic height-adjustment mechanism and tilt function, perfectly suited for modern daily use. Technical Details Quantity: 1 Creator: Richard Sapper Manufacturer: Knoll International Design Period: 1970 to 1979 Production Year: Circa 1980 Country of Manufacture: United States / Europe Style: Mid-Century Modern, Postmodern, Industrial, Minimalist Detailed Condition: Good — This vintage item remains fully functional, but it shows signs of age such as a handsome patina to the leather, light surface wear, and minor scuffs to the metal frame. Materials: Leather, Enameled Metal, Steel Color: Black Exact Dimensions Overall Height: 100 - 112 cm (Adjustable) Width: 68 cm Depth: 63 cm Seats height : 50 -61 cm This piece has an attribution mark, I am sure that it is completely authentic and take full responsibility for any authenticity issues arising from misattribution