Dating to the 1980s and owned for many decades by a Sydney diamond merchant, this lounge chair and two seat lounge are formed from seven parallel strands of cane in the style of Giovanni Travasa. The design is carried by repetition, with each strand following the same broad curve before tightening into enclosed plinth bases and open framed backs. The chair and lounge should remain together. Their shared geometry gains its force through repetition at two different scales, creating a complete composition rather than two related pieces. The dark cane gives a natural material the strength of graphic line, while the open structure keeps the substantial forms visually light.

Harper Fredericks Designer Reworks takes selected vintage furniture and develops a considered alternative to the piece as found. We retain the original structure and character while making specific decisions around finish, materials and repair. Each Designer Rework is developed specifically for the individual vintage piece, within a defined selection of finishes and materials. The advertised price is for the piece as found, with pricing for a Designer Rework determined once the final direction and scope of the Rework has been established.

The proposed Designer Rework refinishes the seven strand cane in fresh gloss black and replaces the existing upholstery across both pieces with a wide black and creamy white stripe.

Images shown
Top image shows the piece in its current condition
Bottom image is a visualisation of the proposed Harper Fredericks Designer Rework

Measures:
Lounge: 170cm W x 80cm D x 85cm H (Seat 45cm H)
Lounge Chair: 100cm W x 80cm D x 85cm H (Seat 45cm H)

One available

Conditioned for presence and atmosphere with age appropriate wear expected of a vintage piece

View by appointment only | 76 Reserve Road, Artarmon

We deliver locally from our Sydney studio and freight weekly to Melbourne, Canberra, Brisbane, Byron Bay and Adelaide.