Unusual Midcentury 1950s Iron Tube Frame Chair in Vivid Orange Wool

What a beautiful enigma this striking chair is. When acquired, it was attributed to Martin Eisler as a design from the renowned Brazilian range, a collaboration with Carlo Hauner for Forma but we weren’t convinced and can’t find a similar model, or anything close, documented to confirm this. (It should be noted that’s not why we bought it – we acquired it because we love it and we knew it was an unusual find!) Regardless, it’s always nice to do some research to at least find out where a vintage piece hails from to continue its narrative but again, we’ve drawn blanks with this particular chair. It dates from the 1950s – the quirky design and construction leads us to believe this. There’s a good chance it’s French in origin, possibly Italian, as tubular metal-framed designs were big across Europe in the midcentury. Whatever this chair’s backstory is, it’s a stunning seat with an arresting silhouette from all sides. It’s been restored in recent years with new upholstery, giving it another lease of life. The vivid orange wool showcases the strong black lines of the frame perfectly. It’s a statement piece that will bring energy and colour into any room.