Kent

Overview

Kent is a 2013 high-backed bergère by Palomba Serafini Associati, accompanied by a matching pouf. Zanotta describes its curved, padded form as positioned between vintage and futurism, with a character that can be adapted through fabric or leather upholstery.

Construction

The armchair has a steel frame, polyurethane and heat-bound polyester-fibre upholstery, and a revolving varnished-steel base in black or graphite. Its seat cushion is integrated into the seat. The fabric or leather cover is removable.

Specifications

• Designer: Palomba Serafini Associati
• Design year: 2013
• Model: 896
• Base: Revolving; black or graphite varnished steel
• Cover: Removable fabric or leather

From sketch to bergère

Palomba Serafini Associati began Kent as a high-backed bergère and footrest in warm, sensual shades, with tweed proposed as an ideal textile. The designers looked to historic Arne Jacobsen seating of the 1950s and 1960s while seeking a padded object that could sit between vintage and futurism. Zanotta's account emphasizes the harmonious curves of the back and sides, together with a cushion built into the seat to make the armchair read as one unified, monolithic form.