Westside armchair by Ettore Sottsass for Knoll, 1980s
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Key Details
Color becomes an integral part of the construction in this armchair from the Westside series, designed by Ettore Sottsass for Knoll International in the 1980s. The deep blue backrest, yellow armrests, and red seat are treated as distinct volumes, placed side by side with the compositional freedom that has made the Italian designer's language instantly recognizable.
The structure develops through sharp geometric forms, with a high and slightly inclined backrest, wide armrests, and a padded seat. The short, square white legs lift the volume off the floor and introduce a further chromatic contrast. Each element maintains its own visual identity, contributing to the overall composition.
A central figure of Italian radical design and founder of the Memphis group in 1981, Ettore Sottsass helped transform the way furnishings were conceived, introducing an expressive use of color and greater freedom from the principles of functionalism. The Westside series reflects this sensibility, bringing the postmodern language into the realm of upholstered furniture.
This armchair has a theatrical presence that makes it particularly interesting even as a single piece. It can become the focal point of a contemporary living room, engage with modernist furnishings, or fit into eclectic environments where color and formal experimentation play a central role.
TECHNICAL DATA SHEET
COUNTRY OF PRODUCTION: Italy
MANUFACTURER: Knoll International
DESIGNER: Ettore Sottsass
MODEL: Westside
DESIGN PERIOD: 1980
PRODUCTION PERIOD: 1980
STYLE: Postmodernism, Italian radical design
MATERIAL: Upholstered fabric, structure and feet in unspecified material
COLOR: Blue, yellow, red, white
DIMENSIONS: H 56 cm | W 63 cm | D 42 cm
WEIGHT RANGE: 0-40 kg
CONDITION: Good vintage condition with minor signs of wear consistent with the piece's age
Westside armchair by Ettore Sottsass for Knoll, 1980s
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