Overview
Design by Joe Colombo, 1968.
Made in Italy by Kartell.
Kartell's classic 4867 Colombo Chair was the first industrial seat in the world to be created by a single injection mold, and still offers multiple design solutions in the modern era. Suitable for both indoor and outdoor use, its cylindrical legs flatten out on outward facing sides to enable side-by-side positioning with other chairs, while the grooves at the side of the seat allow for snug stacking. An opening in the seat back makes a handy grip for moving the chair around as well as for draining water should it get wet outside. Stacks 3 high.
Kartell plastics are recyclable, and plastic components of Kartell products have a clearly printed universal Recycling Identification Mark.
Notes:
Suitable for outdoor use. Assembly required.
Specifications
Material(s): Smooth batch-dyed polypropylene
Dimensions:
- Overall: 16.5" W X 19.75" D X 28" H
- Seat: 17" H
- Weight: 7.5 lbs.
Models
4867
Designer: Joe Colombo
(1930 - 1971)
Cesare "Joe" Colombo was born in Milan as the second of three brothers. He studied painting and sculpture at the Accademia di Belle Arti di Brera, the academy of fine arts, in Milan and then architecture at Politecnico di Milano University.
In 1958, Joe and his younger brother Gianni took over the family business, which produced electric appliances. Using the factory as a playground, he started to experiment with new construction and production technologies. In 1962 Joe Colombo opened his own design office, which specialized in interior design and architecture projects for industry and retail stores. Concentrating on industrial design for the remainder of his short life, Joe Colombo believed that many problems could be solved by the use of new materials - first and foremost plastic. Joe Colombo was one of the most influential and representative designers of the modern era and his adventurous and futuristic character became his trademark. He received many awards for his designs and his works have been exhibited and included in the some of the most significant museum collections worldwide.
View other products by Joe Colombo Manufacturer: Kartell
Kartell products are considered to be real icons of "Made in Italy" design. Objects of desire that communicate the value of research and innovation, and that represent the history of design.
Founded in 1949, Kartell has been a leader in modern furniture, interior design items, and lighting for over 60 years. From its choice of cutting edge technologies, to its use of innovative and certified thermoplastic materials, the brand has revolutionized the use of plastics in modern furnishings. Their bold and charismatic designs are 100% Italian made, multifunctional, cross-sectional, easy to use, and possess an undeniable visual appeal. Colors, transparency effects, and unique shapes all define a signature Kartell product. Employing some of the most recognizable modern furniture designers of our time, Kartell is able to harmoniously blend functionality, style, durability, and modern appeal.
In its 60 years of activity, Kartell has won an enviable string of prestigious international awards, including nine Compasso d’Oro prizes (the most recent awarded to the Mobil Chest of Drawers in 1995 and the Bubble Club Sofa in 2001). In 2000, the Guggenheim Museum dubbed the Kartell Museum the "best industrial museum".
View other products from Kartell