Pair of 1950s Franco Albini “Margherita” Rattan Armchairs for Bonacina, Italy
An iconic pair of “Margherita” rattan armchairs, designed in the 1950s by Italian modernist Franco Albini for Bonacina. A pioneering blend of traditional craftsmanship and modernist form, these sculptural chairs feature wide, organic silhouettes woven from natural rattan. The curved high-back design and radial detailing evoke Albini’s architectural sensitivity and his respect for honest materials.
Originally introduced at the IX Triennale di Milano in 1951, the Margherita chair was the first rattan piece to be exhibited in MoMA’s permanent collection, underscoring its importance in design history. Each chair rests on a circular base with gently flared lines, offering both support and visual lightness.
Price per the pair.
Designer: Franco Albini
Dimensions: 29.5”W x 32.5”D x 37”H
Style: Mid-Century Modern
Materials: Rattan, Cotton
Period: 1950s
Condition: Great condition overall with minimal wear consistent with age and use to the rattan.
An iconic pair of “Margherita” rattan armchairs, designed in the 1950s by Italian modernist Franco Albini for Bonacina. A pioneering blend of traditional craftsmanship and modernist form, these sculptural chairs feature wide, organic silhouettes woven from natural rattan. The curved high-back design and radial detailing evoke Albini’s architectural sensitivity and his respect for honest materials.
Originally introduced at the IX Triennale di Milano in 1951, the Margherita chair was the first rattan piece to be exhibited in MoMA’s permanent collection, underscoring its importance in design history. Each chair rests on a circular base with gently flared lines, offering both support and visual lightness.
Price per the pair.
Designer: Franco Albini
Dimensions: 29.5”W x 32.5”D x 37”H
Style: Mid-Century Modern
Materials: Rattan, Cotton
Period: 1950s
Condition: Great condition overall with minimal wear consistent with age and use to the rattan.
An iconic pair of “Margherita” rattan armchairs, designed in the 1950s by Italian modernist Franco Albini for Bonacina. A pioneering blend of traditional craftsmanship and modernist form, these sculptural chairs feature wide, organic silhouettes woven from natural rattan. The curved high-back design and radial detailing evoke Albini’s architectural sensitivity and his respect for honest materials.
Originally introduced at the IX Triennale di Milano in 1951, the Margherita chair was the first rattan piece to be exhibited in MoMA’s permanent collection, underscoring its importance in design history. Each chair rests on a circular base with gently flared lines, offering both support and visual lightness.
Price per the pair.
Designer: Franco Albini
Dimensions: 29.5”W x 32.5”D x 37”H
Style: Mid-Century Modern
Materials: Rattan, Cotton
Period: 1950s
Condition: Great condition overall with minimal wear consistent with age and use to the rattan.
