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Vintage Space Age "Karate" armchair in fiberglass and velvet fabric by Michel Cadestin for Airborne, France 1970
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Product description
Very comfortable space age "Karate" armchair by the french designer Michel Cadestin, manufactured by Airborne (France) during the 70's.
This pivoting lounge chair is made of a fiberglass shell with upholstered seats.
Originally upholstered with a green velvet fabric, the fabric is in used but in good condition (see the pictures).
Its organically rounded and embracing form invites for a comfortable sitting. This version is fully upholstered.
It is also possible to choose the color or fabric you want.
We work with professional upholsterers and specialists.
Please ask for the options.
This armchair was notably displayed in 1971 in the very first scenes of the French film by Serge Korber with Louis de Funes, "Sur un arbre perché".
Michel Cadestin (born in 1942) was chosen for the interior design of the Pompidou Center in Paris in 1976 and received throughout his career numerous design awards, notably in 1983 as designer of the year.
Cadestin studied at the famous Ecole Boulle and the National School of Decorative Arts.
He was awarded the René Gabriel Prize for his work.
Specifications
ConditionGoodBrand / designerCadestinHeight91 cmWidth90 cmDepth100 cm