Orsola
Design: Gastone Rinaldi
Info
Year:
1970
Production:
Rima
Re-editions:
Tacchini (2021)
Designed by Gastone Rinaldi in 1970, the Orsola armchair represents a masterly synthesis of volume and comfort, recently brought back to life thanks to the 2021 re-edition by Tacchini.
Formal and Design Profile
The project is informed by the concepts of comfort and visual softness. The seat is characterized by curved geometries and generous volumes, which communicate an immediate sense of hospitality. The distinctive element is the visible metal structure, made of iron tubing with a chrome finish, which embraces and supports the padding, defining the sculptural profile of the object.
Awards and Historical Significance
The validity and current relevance of Rinaldi's project were confirmed by the presentation of the Archiproducts Design Awards in 2021, an award celebrating design excellence on the very occasion of the model's return to production. Orsola testifies to the Paduan designer's ability to anticipate a living aesthetic based on the fluidity of forms and sensory well-being, successfully creating a dialogue between the rigour of the metal frame and the softness of "upholstered furniture".
