Cassina Red and Blue Chair
A sculptural seat with a pure and rationalist form, this chair became an authentic Manifesto for Neoplasticism, embraced by the Dutch De Stijl movement in 1917. An outlook shared by Piet Mondrian, whose objective was to seek out the essential nature of things, combined with the harmonious equivalence of colours, and the use of right-angle. Rietveld produced his first prototypes in 1918, expressing the philosophy of organizing space using the same colours for similar components. He later applied this same approach to separate out constructional elements according to their function. Thus the base was black, and the seats coloured. As a consequence, the name of the piece changed, from Slat Chair to Red and Blue.
DESIGNED BY:
- Gerrit Thomas Rietveld
MEASUREMENTS:
Chair
- Height: 88 cm / 34.7 inch
- Width: 65.5 cm / 25.7 inch
- Depth: 83 cm / 32.7 inch
Cushion
- Seat Length: 42 cm / 16.5 inch
- Back Length: 74 cm / 29.1 inch
- Width: 42 cm / 16.5 inch
MATERIALS:
- Seat/Backrest: Birch plywood panel with beech veneered edges and tops. Finishing half polished, in blue (seat) and red (backrest)
- Structure: Solid beech wood, finishing matt black lacquered, with crossbar edges in yellow
- The construction system of the frame of the chair is based exclusively on a sequence of joints and wooden pins
Founded in 1927, Cassina is etched in the history of Italian furniture design. With a legacy spanning nearly a century, the brand has become synonymous with timeless elegance and innovation. Cassina's rich heritage is marked by collaborations with pioneering architects and designers, including the legendary Le Corbusier (Charles-Édouard Jeanneret).
Cassina is revered for crafting furniture that seamlessly blends meticulous craftsmanship with avant-garde design. From iconic pieces like the LC4 Chaise Lounge to contemporary collections, Cassina's creations fuse form and function perfectly. The brand's commitment to quality materials, attention to detail, and a spirit of constant innovation result in furniture that stands as a testament to its heritage. Cassina also represents the pinnacle of contemporary design, appealing to those who seek style and substance for their living spaces.
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