SMI - SMI - Folding chair - Iron - Cinema Seating
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Five-seat cinema seating block by SMI from Italy dating to 1930–1940, constructed of curved wood with a glossy finish and black metal legs, folding seats with automatic return, dimensions 254 × 50 × 82 cm and weight 42.2 kg, in used original condition with typical wear and minor missing pieces.
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Description from the seller
Original 5-seat block from a cinema/theater hall of SMI (Società Metallurgica Italiana). Classic period structure, very sturdy, designed for heavy use.
The seats are made of curved wood with a glossy finish that highlights the grain. The legs are black metal, simple and functional. The seats are of the fold-down type (they close by themselves when not occupied).
Conditions (Read carefully):
The chairs are used and preserved in their original state. They have not been restored to new condition, so they show all the marks of their history:
Wood: Scratches, small chips and scattered signs of wear (especially on the edges and armrests). In one area you can see a small loss of the top layer of wood (see detail photo).
Metal: The black paint on the legs shows small spots of superficial rust and scratches, but the structure is perfectly solid and stable.
Mechanical: The folding mechanism of the seats still works well on all four seats.
Seller's Story
Ridyamo is a project in the social and circular economy that brings together sustainability, beauty, and solidarity, to transform objects no longer in use into concrete help for Dynamo Camp ETS, which offers free Recreational Therapy programs to minors affected by serious or chronic illnesses, neurodevelopmental disorders, or disabilities.
By collecting and selling second-hand items, RiDyamo also creates a positive impact on the community and the environment.
Translated by Google TranslateOriginal 5-seat block from a cinema/theater hall of SMI (Società Metallurgica Italiana). Classic period structure, very sturdy, designed for heavy use.
The seats are made of curved wood with a glossy finish that highlights the grain. The legs are black metal, simple and functional. The seats are of the fold-down type (they close by themselves when not occupied).
Conditions (Read carefully):
The chairs are used and preserved in their original state. They have not been restored to new condition, so they show all the marks of their history:
Wood: Scratches, small chips and scattered signs of wear (especially on the edges and armrests). In one area you can see a small loss of the top layer of wood (see detail photo).
Metal: The black paint on the legs shows small spots of superficial rust and scratches, but the structure is perfectly solid and stable.
Mechanical: The folding mechanism of the seats still works well on all four seats.
Seller's Story
Ridyamo is a project in the social and circular economy that brings together sustainability, beauty, and solidarity, to transform objects no longer in use into concrete help for Dynamo Camp ETS, which offers free Recreational Therapy programs to minors affected by serious or chronic illnesses, neurodevelopmental disorders, or disabilities.
By collecting and selling second-hand items, RiDyamo also creates a positive impact on the community and the environment.
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Era
1900-2000
Weight
42.2 kg
Style subtype
Industrial design
Metal type
Iron
Title additional information
Cinema Seating
Number of objects
1
Country of origin
Italy
Manufacturer/brand
SMI
Designer/artist/maker
SMI
Material
Metal, Wood
Style
Industrial
Condition
Fair condition - heavily used & with possibly minor parts missing
Height
82 cm
Width
254 cm
Depth
50 cm
Estimated period
1930-1940
