This armchair demonstrates Hauner’s taste for simple but bold pieces. The wide, curved backrest separated from the smaller armrests creates contrast and balance. The style is modern yet clearly designed with function in mind, another characteristic of Hauner’s style. Luxuriously upholstered, this armchair is a typical piece of Carlo Hauner's design from the 1950s.
Literature:
M. Vasconcellos, M. L. Braga, Aeroplano (ed.), Móvel Brasileiro Moderno, São Paulo 2012, p.203.
Dimensions
64 x 89 x 83 cm 25.2 x 35 x 32.7 in
Artist Biography
The Italian designer Carlo Hauner (1927 – 1997) originally studied as a painter. In 1948 he moved to Brazil and dedicated himself to design, ceramics, and textiles, forging a successful partnership with Martin Eisler in 1953. Their partnership was short lived as Hauner moved back to Italy in 1958, but Forma’s legacy was to become one of the great design initiatives of South America.
