To celebrate the 60th anniversary of the legendary Dezza armchair, designed by Gio Ponti in 1965, Poltrona Frau is launching a new limited edition: a refined tribute to the historic design, enhanced with an exclusive pattern created by Ponti himself.
A mark that transcends time
Sixty years of history, sixty years of timeless elegance now converge in a new, exclusive piece: a contemporary interpretation blending the creative genius of the master with the brand's renowned craftsmanship.
Dezza 60th Anniversary Limited Edition
The new Dezza 60th Anniversary Limited Edition is a tribute to the art of creation: from its characteristic modernist, squared lines typical of Ponti's design, to the sleek, contemporary Pelle Frau® Impact Less leather upholstery. What elevates this armchair to a manifesto of excellence is the upholstery pattern: a delightful and unpublished design by Ponti, featuring 26 stylized hands that wrap the entire armchair like a work of art.
Art in the hands
Each of the 26 hands carries its own name and unique characteristics. A sophisticated, playful authorial design evoking the craftsmanship and "intelligence of the hands" with which the armchair itself is constructed, representing humanity's ability to imagine, create, and transform.
The Hand
A gesture, a touch, a trace. The hand has always been the symbol of craftsmanship, the ability to transform and animate matter. It is the bridge between imagination and creation, the distinctive mark of the artisan spirit that has defined Poltrona Frau for over a century
A limited edition of 60 pieces
With only 60 pieces, each individually numbered and accompanied by a signed certificate of authenticity, the Dezza 60th Anniversary Limited Edition is an inimitable and timeless piece. Available for sale starting February 13, 2025, exclusively online on Poltrona Frau e-shops in select European markets, and from April 1st at select Poltrona Frau stores worldwide, this armchair is not just a piece of furniture: it is a chapter of history to collect.
Gio Ponti
Gio Ponti was one of the most influential architects and designers of post-war Italy. Eclectic and versatile, he evolved from Art Deco to Rationalism and the Modern Movement, working in architecture, interior design, ceramics, and objects. A promoter of the Compasso d'Oro, still the most prestigious global design award, he created the symbol of modern Milan, the iconic Pirelli skyscraper. With the design of the Dezza armchair, Gio Ponti helped define Poltrona Frau's new direction, following the company's move to Tolentino in 1962.
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