Classica
Made by Cappellini
Designed by Piero Lissoni
First designed in 1996 and reintroduced to the Cappellini catalog, the Classica chair carries the quiet authority that defines Piero Lissoni's most considered work. Its frame reads as substantial without ever feeling heavy, a proportion achieved through Lissoni's characteristic discipline: nothing added, nothing owed.
The frame is crafted from solid cherry or ash wood, offered in oak-stained, black-stained, or red-stained finishes. Each finish shifts the chair's character, from warm and organic to graphic and restrained. The seat is upholstered in fabrics or leathers drawn from the Cappellini collection, and the chair is available with or without armrests, each configuration preserving the essential silhouette.
Classica belongs to a tradition in Italian design that treats the dining chair as a considered object, where structure, material, and proportion are held in deliberate balance. Reissued decades after its debut, it demonstrates that the best design does not age so much as it clarifies over time.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What wood options are available for the Classica chair?
The Classica is crafted from solid cherry or solid ash wood, offered in oak-stained, black-stained, and red-stained finishes. Each finish interacts differently with the wood grain, so the character of the piece shifts subtly across options.
Is the Classica chair available with armrests?
Yes, the Classica is offered in both armchair and side chair configurations. The proportions are designed to remain consistent across both versions, preserving the chair's visual balance.
Who is Piero Lissoni and what defines his design approach?
Piero Lissoni is a Milan-based architect and designer whose work spans furniture, interiors, and architecture. His practice is defined by precision and an economy of form, seeking the minimum necessary to achieve both function and presence.
What upholstery choices are offered for the seat?
The seat is upholstered in a selection of fabrics and leathers drawn from the Cappellini collection. The range allows the chair to read differently depending on the material chosen, from more restrained textile options to richer leather expressions.
When was the Classica chair originally designed?
Piero Lissoni designed the Classica in 1996 for Cappellini. It has since been reintroduced to the current catalog, with the original design sensibility intact and the construction updated to reflect current material standards.
