Chelsea Armchair

Overview

Chelsea (2014) is an armchair that Molteni&C makes to a design by Rodolfo Dordoni. The page calls it a sanctuary of comfort for conversation and relaxation in contemporary living spaces, forming intimate corners in large rooms.

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Construction

The page describes a solid wood frame with clean, geometric lines that conveys structural clarity, softened by the fluid contours of a snug backrest. The datasheet gives the base as stained solid wood with non-slip plastic feet and lists a light velvet cover over polyurethane padding.

Specifications

• CPO3 small armchair: 70 cm wide and 79 cm deep; the drawing's tallest vertical value is 71 cm, which is not labelled on the drawing
• CPO4 small armchair: 64 cm wide and 61 cm deep
• Wooden base finishes: eucalyptus, graphite oak, black oak

Memory of tradition

The datasheet says the Chelsea armchairs, like the chairs of their family, combine contemporary design with the memory of tradition. It describes a strong mark of solid wood structure that balances the fluid lines of the backrests, blending ergonomics and elegance.

Intimate corners

On the page, the armchair forms a cosy conversational corner or complements a larger seating arrangement. Molteni&C describes it as versatile and thoughtfully proportioned, adapting to diverse interiors with a lived-in elegance.