Postmodern design chair by famous architects Aldo Rossi and Luca Meda for Molteni, 1982. This iconic and timeless chair, named ''Teatro'' was first designed for a small theatre in Milan. Its name reflects its function.
''Aldo Rossi (Milan, May 3, 1931 - Milan, September 4, 1997) was one of the greatest Italian architects of the 1980’s. His Molteni Group collaboration marked his passage from masterful architect to an industrial designer. He created models and furnishings for the Museum of Maastricht, the Teatro Carlo Felice in Genoa and the reconstruction of the Teatro La Fenice in Venice. Aldo Rossi designed items that were destined to become icons of the 20th century
Luca Meda contributed to the design culture of the Molteni Group with great passion and dedication. He was an example of a perfect symbiosis between creativity, business, art and industry.Since the late 70's Luca Meda was dedicated to the design of ranges. He created furniture which became icons. In collaboration with Aldo Rossi he created the several pieces of furniture
(source: website of Moltenimuseum.com)
Creator
Aldo Rossi & Luca Meda
Design Period
1982
Production Period
1982
Country of Manufacture
Italy
Identifying Marks
Style
Modernist, Mid Century Modern, Postmodern, Vintage, Italian design
Detailed Condition
Good — This vintage/antique item has no defects, but it may show slight traces of use.
