905 Armchair
Made by Cassina
Designed by Vico Magistretti
Designed by Vico Magistretti in 1964, the 905 Armchair is one of the most considered expressions of Italian rationalism. Its intelligence is not announced. It reveals itself gradually, through the precision of cylindrical legs, the restrained arc of the armrests, and the way every joint reflects Cassina's deep tradition in fine joinery.
The seat and back are formed from a single self-supporting cowhide shell, a construction that draws equally from the discipline of saddlery and the economy of modernist form. No excess, no ornament. The shell holds its shape through geometry alone.
- Solid wood frame with cylindrical legs and gently curved armrests
- Single self-supporting cowhide seat and back shell
- Rooted in Cassina's heritage of joinery and saddlery craft
- Original design by Vico Magistretti, 1964
Magistretti's sensibility was one of rigorous simplicity, never reductive, always purposeful. The 905 belongs to a lineage of Italian design that treats the chair as an argument about how people should sit, and how objects should age.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What materials are used in the Cassina 905 Armchair?
The 905 Armchair features a solid wood frame with cylindrical legs and curved armrests. The seat and back are formed from a single self-supporting cowhide shell, a construction technique rooted in traditional saddlery.
Who designed the 905 Armchair and when?
The 905 was designed by Vico Magistretti in 1964. Magistretti was one of the central figures of Italian rationalism, known for designs that achieve formal clarity through structural logic rather than decoration.
Is the 905 Armchair suitable for use as a dining chair?
Yes. The 905 was conceived as a versatile seat and functions well at a dining table, as a desk chair, or as a standalone accent piece. Its proportions are calibrated for upright, engaged seating.
How does the cowhide shell of the 905 Armchair age over time?
Natural cowhide develops a patina with use, deepening in tone and character. This aging is considered part of the design's identity, consistent with the craft traditions Magistretti and Cassina drew from.
What is Cassina's significance in the history of Italian furniture design?
Founded in 1927 in Meda, Cassina has collaborated with architects and designers including Le Corbusier, Charlotte Perriand, and Gio Ponti. The house is recognized for its role in producing and preserving canonical works of 20th-century furniture.
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