Item: Set of 2 chairs (1 armchair, 1 side chair)
Model: Olimpia
Designer: Massimo Scolari
Manufacturer: Giorgetti, Italy
Material: Solid maple wood, petrol blue upholstery
Condition: Excellent original condition (ex-display models)
For sale are two icons of Italian design: the Olimpia Chairs, designed by architect and theorist Massimo Scolari for the luxury manufacturer Giorgetti.
The Olimpia is renowned for its architectural, almost monumental backrest, crafted in precise steps. This design is a Scolari trademark and demonstrates Giorgetti's unparalleled expertise in woodworking. The combination of light maple wood and petrol blue upholstery is a classic of the early 1990s.
Details:
The pair: A rare armchair combined with the matching side chair.
Provenance: From my original ownership, used only as display pieces – therefore, no signs of wear on the upholstery or wood.
Feel: Anyone familiar with Giorgetti knows the silky smooth surfaces and the substantial weight of these pieces.
Value: A sought-after collector's item that exudes a sculptural presence in any room.
Description (English)
Object: Pair of 2 "Olimpia" chairs (1 armchair, 1 side chair)
Designer: Massimo Scolari
Manufacturer: Giorgetti, Italy
Material: Solid maple wood, petrol blue upholstery
Condition: Excellent original condition (former display pieces)
For sale is a stunning pair of Olimpia chairs by Massimo Scolari for Giorgetti.
The "Olimpia" is renowned for its architectural, stepped backrest, showcasing the highest level of Italian woodworking. These chairs are not just furniture, but a statement of postmodern intellectual design.
Provenance: Direct from the original owner, kept in pristine condition as display items.
Investment: A rare find for collectors of high-end Italian design and Scolari’s work for Giorgetti.
Specifications
ConditionExcellentColorsMulti ColorMaterialWoodNumber of items1BrandGiorgettiHeight85 cmWidth62 cmDepth56 cmSeat height46 cm