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Modern Icons: The Paulistano Chair
This classic '50s sling seat is surging in popularity and has been snapped up by MoMa. See why
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Architect Paulo Mendes da Rocha designed the Paulistano Athletic Club in São Paulo, Brazil, in 1957, and his attention to detail included designing this chair for its living areas. After that, it was a rare sight until Objekto rereleased the design in 2004. After Mendes da Rocha received the Pritzker Prize in 2006, the chair became available in the United States for the first time. Keen aesthetes have been snapping it up with enthusiasm ever since, proving its timelessness. The Museum of Modern Art has even added the chair to its permanent collection; check it out and see if you'd like to follow suit.
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Designed during the midcentury modern era, the Paulistano has a thoughtful combination of frame and sling that looks as contemporary as anything else on the market today.
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The Paulistano chair is made from one 17-foot-long piece of solid phosphatized carbon steel and a leather sling. Both materials age in their own unique and beautiful ways.
However, if treating the chair's frame with a little WD-40 every six months or so is not for you, it is also available in polished chrome.
However, if treating the chair's frame with a little WD-40 every six months or so is not for you, it is also available in polished chrome.
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| The simple sling silhouette doesn't take up much space from the front, back or side. It's uncommon for such a comfortable lounge chair to take up so little visual space. This means it can work well in small spaces and sit in front of windows without blocking too much of the view. |
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by Laura U, Inc.
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| This designer cleverly balanced a pair of Paulistanos across from a larger upholstered armchair. |
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The chair's portability means it's a good choice for a room that needs seating versatility; you can move chairs into close clusters for conversation while entertaining or orient them toward the TV for movie night or the big game.
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| Like most chairs in a good permanent collection, it can make its way all around the house. Swap it into your bedroom when you need an occasional chair; you'll want to admire it, so it should inspire you to keep those clothes put away instead of draped on the chair. |
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A cotton canvas version comes in bright colors and lends a more casual look. The sling is waterproof and stain resistant, so you can use it outdoors too.
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Ideabook updated on Oct. 16, 2012.
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