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Devon
Rodolfo Dordoni's chair with arms on a solid stained wood frame, upholstered seat and backrest.
600 × 820 × 610 mm
2020
Official product information
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Overview
Molteni&C lists Devon as a 2020 design by Rodolfo Dordoni. According to its page it is an expression of versatile elegance that balances functional clarity with subtle refinement, with clean, confident lines and carefully considered proportions. The datasheet names the version with arms "chair with arms".
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Construction
The frame is stained solid wood on non-slip plastic feet. According to the datasheet the seat is built on chipboard and fir (Picea abies) with elastic straps, the backrest on Polimex with a foam layer, and both are dressed in bonded velveteen with a removable outer cover.
Specifications
- DSB1 chair with arms: 60 cm wide, 61 cm deep, 82 cm high (not labelled on the drawing)
- Frame finishes: eucalyptus, graphite oak, black oak, sunrise oak, coffee oak
Story
Frame and upholstery
The page says the solid wood frame can be finished in an array of options and acts as a sturdy foundation for comfort; seat and backrest are covered in Molteni&C fabrics or leathers, which it calls tactile and inviting.
Made by hand
The page states that every detail of Devon reflects meticulous craftsmanship, with skilled hands shaping the frame, the joinery and the upholstery, and it speaks of dedication to material quality.
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