228 - Gae Aulenti (1927–2012)

Gae Aulenti (1927–2012) Locus Solus Chair Year designed: 1964, Poltronova, Italy H55 W55 D65 cm Chair with a tubular chrome-plated metal frame. The design emphasizes a continuous line with generous curves, which defines the silhouette and gives the chair a graphic and sculptural presence. It is part of the Locus Solus collection, designed by Gae Aulenti for Poltronova in 1964. An Italian architect and designer, Gae Aulenti’s body of work spans furniture, lighting, and interior design. Her approach places central importance on the relationship between the object and space, and this chair exemplifies that expressive dimension.