Magis Proust Armchair
The Proust Armchair is a romantic, baroque chair, on which an endless number of multi-coloured dots are hand-painted using the pointillism technique. These dots cover the whole armchair, both the fabric and the wooden decorations. It’s a re-design work. It is, in fact, a combination of a mockantique armchair with a detail from a painting of a garden by French artist Signac. From 1978 onwards, the Proust Armchair was produced in many versions, using different colours, materials and dimensions, and was even made of ceramics and bronze. It travelled all around the world and was hosted in many museums. But now some truly revolutionary news, as a paradox comes true: the Proust Armchair has now been transformed into an industrial rotational-moulded piece. This gem of technology and production brings new energy in its colours and atmospheres, making it a truly timeless object.
MEASUREMENTS:
- Height: 105 cm / 41.3 inch
- Width: 104 cm / 40.9 inch
- Depth: 90 cm / 35.4 inch
- Seat Height: 39 cm / 15.4 inch
MATERIALS:
- Rotational-Moulded Polyethylene
HELPFUL NOTES:
- Suitable for outdoor use
Alessandro Mendini
Italy, 1931
His design has been characterized by his strong interest in mixing different cultures and different forms of expression; he creates graphics, furniture, interiors, paintings and architectures and wrote several articles and books; he is also renowned as an enthusiastic member of jury in architectural competition for young designers. He also teaches at the University of Milan.
Mendini graduated from Politecnico di Milano in 1959 with a degree in architecture and worked as a designer with Marcello Nizzoli. He was the editor-in-chief of a magazine from 1980 to 1985 and changed the landscape of modern design through his quintessential works of post-modernism, such as the Proust Armchair and the Groninger Museum. Just as works of the Renaissance period expressed human values and sensibilities, Mendini has contributed to bringing into the heart of design those “values” and “sensibilities” that have been eclipsed by commercialism and functionalism. He collaborates with leading international brands including Cartier, Hermes, and Swarovski.
Currently he runs his own practice in Milan, the Atelier Mendini, together with his brother Francesco Mendini.
Magis was founded in Italy in 1976. The brand's history is rooted in a belief in authored design. Magis' success is showcased through collaborations with top designers worldwide, including Michael Young, whose iconic doghouse design in 2001 exemplifies Magis’ fun, functionality, and versatility. Magis, "more than" in Latin, embodies its commitment to offering customers an extensive array of choices for both indoor and outdoor spaces.
Whether it's the sleek lines of modern chairs or the practicality of outdoor furniture, Magis consistently delivers products that enhance any environment. This dedication to excellence has solidified Magis's reputation as a premier furniture brand, trusted by customers globally for innovative designs and superior quality.
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