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Edoardo Landi "540" Dining Chair for Nikol International, 1973

$1,700per item
£1,281.69per item
€1,498.83per item
CA$2,406.19per item
A$2,449.50per item
CHF 1,410.63per item
MX$29,518.75per item
NOK 16,373.47per item
SEK 16,519.82per item
DKK 11,202.68per item
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Edoardo Landi "540" dining chair for Nikol International, wood and white fabric, Italy, 1973 Edoardo Landi designed the “540” dining chair in 1973, at a time when Italian design was redefining its language through geometry, structure, and restraint. The design is built around a strong architectural frame in solid wood with a warm, natural finish, where visible grain and knots become part of the chair’s identity. Squared legs and a rigid, almost monolithic stance give the structure a grounded presence, while the tall, tapering backrest rises with a sharp, controlled profile. The white fabric upholstery introduces a clean visual counterpoint, softening the composition without diluting its graphic strength. The contrast between the raw character of the wood and the clarity of the upholstery highlights Landi’s precise handling of proportion and balance. Every element feels intentional—measured, disciplined, and expressive through restraint rather than decoration. The proportions recall the structural clarity explored by designers such as Vico Magistretti and Gianfranco Frattini during the same period. The “540” does not seek comfort through excess, but through posture and spatial control, asserting its presence quietly yet decisively.
  • Creator:
    Nikol Internazionale, Italy (Manufacturer),Edoardo Landi (Designer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 39.38 in (100 cm)Width: 17.72 in (45 cm)Depth: 19.3 in (49 cm)Seat Height: 18.9 in (48 cm)
  • Style:
    Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1970s
  • Condition:
    Reupholstered. We accurately check the quality of every object. Our atelier restored and reupholstered the item. We offer custom restoration and special reupholstering on request. Contact us for additional information.
  • Seller Location:
    Lonigo, IT
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU3756348127052

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