Simon - Kazuide Takahama - Armchair (2) - Saghi - Textile, Steel

Designed by Kazuhide Takahama and produced by Simon International, the 'Saghi' armchairs are one of the highest examples of the meeting between Japanese rigor and Italian design vision.

A rare synthesis of formal minimalism and material sensitivity, which earned this model a place in the permanent collection of the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) in New York — one of the most significant accolades in the international design world.

Made in the 1970s, these chairs represent a radical declaration of sobriety and balance.

The chrome-plated steel structure outlines an essential and suspended volume, while the seat and backrest, slightly flexible, are upholstered in the original medium-pile bouclé fabric in honey beige tone, made from a blend of linen, cotton, and viscose, which still bears the original paper label attesting to its full originality.

The continuous line between the seat and backrest creates a soft and ergonomic profile, with a unique and recognizable gesture.

The armchairs are in original vintage condition, with a solid frame and chrome plating in good condition, apart from minor localized oxidation spots.

The coating shows small signs of age, including some pinpoint spots, but overall maintains uniformity and genuine charm.

Ideal for those seeking certified original vintage pieces, perfectly preserved and experienced.

Kazuhide Takahama, a Japanese architect settled in Italy, collaborated with key figures in Italian design such as Dino Gavina and Carlo Scarpa. His works are now recognized internationally, and this armchair — in particular — is preserved and exhibited at the MoMA in New York, a testament to his cultural impact and his radical and refined vision.