1919 Armchair

1919 Armchair

DESIGNED BY Renzo Frau
FOR Poltrona Frau

1919 takes its cue from model 128, which made its debut in Renzo Frau's 1919 catalogue. The 128 reproduced the opulent features of rococo armchairs, with the addition of a special extension to serve as footrest and a small book stand supported by an arm anchored to the side.

The present-day version of this armchair, reproducing the big 'ears' of the seatback and the large rounded arms with plissé finish, is even more stylish, and the book stand has been replaced with an optional brass tray. The design of the back is achieved by means of manual quilting.

INFO

1919 takes its cue from model 128, which made its debut in Renzo Frau's 1919 catalogue.

MADE IN ITALY

DIMENSIONS

900 W x 950 D x 930 H (mm)
500 seat height (mm)

CONSTRUCTION

The brearing structure is made of seasoned beech. The seat is stuffed with rubberised horsehair, the seat back and arms use vegetal horsehair fashioned by hand. The seat, back and arms all use biconic steel springs tied manually and rested on jute belts.

LEAD TIME

16 - 20 Weeks

RESOURCES

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1919 Armchair
1919 Armchair

Meet the Designer

Renzo Frau

Lorenzo Frau, known as ‘Renzo’, was born in Cagliari in 1881. He left Sardinia for military service in Milan, which he completed successfully earning the title of lieutenant. He married Savina Pisati and moved to Turin, at the time a real h...

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Poltrona Frau is an Italian company that was founded in 1912 by Renzo Frau. It boasts an extensive collection with an...