MHC.3 Miss

Overview

MHC.3 Miss was conceived in 1986 by Afra and Tobia Scarpa, according to Molteni&C, which has reinterpreted it to honour its heritage while remaining strikingly modern. The page describes a fluid, linear form that creates a soft rhythm guiding the eye across the chair.

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Construction

The structure is solid ash, in natural colour or stained black, on non-slip plastic feet. The front legs bend up to form the armrests and continue into the curve of the backrest, the rear legs reach the backrest from behind, and the seat is inserted between these lines. The seat is upholstered or woven from handwoven paper cord.

Specifications

• MSE2 chair, upholstered seat: 59 cm wide, 52 cm deep, 74 cm high (the drawing's values are not labelled)
• Structure finishes: ash in natural colour, ash stained black
• Woven seat finishes: handwoven paper cord in ecru or grey

A fluid, linear form

Molteni&C describes Miss as a chair whose form is linked to a system of soft, unbroken, linear rhythms. The page says every curve and joint reflects a careful dialogue between craftsmanship and comfort.

Legs that become armrests

According to the page, the slender legs give lasting stability while adding to the graceful silhouette. The front legs bend upward to form armrests that flow into the curve of the backrest, while the rear legs extend from behind to support it subtly and the seat nestles between the lines. The datasheet adds that Tobia Scarpa redesigned the armrest joint to make the chair comfier and more linear.