Chair (6) - 620

Silvio Coppola, Bernini

Italian Ebony Excellence: Set of 6 Chairs "Mode– Design Silvio Coppola – Original Bernini Production (1964) We present at auction a set of 6 chairs "Modeamong the highest expressions of Italian design in the 1960s, designed by master Silvio Coppola in 1964 for the prestigious Bernini manufactory. The lot stands out for its most elegant and noble pairing: an imposing and solid walnut wood frame combined with upholstery in premium black leather for seat and back. Design and History: Geometry Encountered in Cabinetmaking The 620 chair features an essential yet formally striking design, ideal to enhance both high-end dining areas and contemporary interiors: In-View Joints and Formal Rigor: The walnut wood frame highlights the visible mortise-and-tenon details, a perfect synthesis between Coppola's graphic precision and Bernini's high school of cabinetmaking. Material Contrast: The dialogue between the sculptural rigidity of the solid walnut frame and the soft calibration of the leather creates a clean, rigorous, and timeless visual balance. Lot Conditions: Excellent Conservation State - The complete set of 6 chairs is original Bernini production and, after careful restoration, presents in excellent usable condition: - Walnut Structure: The walnut wooden frames are solid, stable, and perfectly intact. The surfaces have been treated with professional products to revive the natural grain while preserving a splendid and uniform vintage patina. - Seat and Comfort: The padding retains a soft, elastic, and well-supported feel, offering ideal ergonomic comfort even for prolonged use. - Black Leather Upholstery: The black leather is in excellent condition, free from tears or cuts, showing only slight and natural signs of aging consistent with the pieces' age. The upholstery has been thoroughly cleaned, sanitized, and nourished with specific products. - Authenticity Guaranteed: The originality and conformity of the lot are rigorously certified by the original Bernini label under the seat of each item. Dimensions (per chair) Seat The Designer: Silvio Coppola An architect, designer, and Milanese graphic designer, Silvio Coppola (1920-1985) managed to transfer the rigor of visual research into industrial product design. His famous collaborations with historic brands such as Bernini, Cassina, and Tessilarredo represent a milestone in the enhancement of solid wood and geometry applied to home furnishings. The Manufacturer: Bernini Founded in the early 1900s, Bernini is one of the most authoritative historic names in high-end Italian cabinetmaking. Through partnerships with master architechts like Carlo Scarpa, Joe Colombo, Frattini, and Silvio Coppola, the company elevated woodworking to an industrial art recognized by international collectors. Shipping and Insurance Our company ORVETT includes shipping insurance in the rates indicated for Italy and Europe. For overseas shipping, we will prepare a customized bid after the auction closes based on the final destination of the lot