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The Cassina Red and Blue armchair, designed by Gerrit T. Rietveld in 1918, is a masterpiece of pure, rationalist form and a definitive expression of the Neoplasticism embraced by the Dutch De Stijl movement. Influenced by the artistic philosophies of Piet Mondrian, Rietveld sought to distill the essence of design through the harmonious use of colors and right angles, transforming this chair into a manifesto of modernist principles.
Originally called the Slat Chair, Rietveld’s design evolved when he applied a new philosophy of separating constructional elements according to their function. The base was painted black, while the seat and backrest adopted bold, primary colors, leading to the iconic name, Red and Blue.
Item No.
63501
Dimensions
65,5 W – 83 D – 88 H. All measurements are in cm.
Details & finishing
Seat/Backrest in Birch plywood panel with beech veneered edges and tops
Finishing halfpolished, in blue (seat) and red (backrest)
Structure in massive beech wood
Finishing matt black lacquered, with crossbar edges in yellow
The construction system of the frame of the chair is based exclusively on a sequence of joints and wooden pins.
Delivery & returns
Delivered to you in 12 – 14 weeks.
The estimated arrival date is determined by the brand inventory, purchase date and the recipient's location. See our shipping policy.
Cassina, founded in Meda in 1927, launched industrial design in Italy during the 1950s by taking a completely new approach that saw a shift from handcraftsmanship to serial production. The company has always had a pioneering attitude thanks to its commitment to research and innovation, combining avant-garde technological skill with traditional craftsmanship. Over the years, it has worked with important architects, designers and creatives to envision new forms and transform them into projects. Today, ‘The Cassina Perspective’ expresses the company’s vision and values through an eclectic collection where innovative products and icons from the Modern Movement come together to create welcoming environments, dialoguing according to a unique design code based on excellence.
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