1966 Contour Chaise

Presented:	Salone del Mobile 2012, Milan
Stylepark-ID:	05.1400.00158
Categories:	Wellness / Pools ›Spa ›Outdoor deck-chairs

Product description

Richard Schultz designed the 1966 Collection at the request of Florence Knoll who, after retiring, wanted outdoor furniture that could withstand the corrosive Florida ocean air. The 1966 Collection is regarded as the first modern outdoor furniture and has been the category standard ever since.

Construction and Details:

Seat and back are woven vinyl coated polyester mesh
Straps are solid pure vinyl with no fillers and sewn onto the mesh seat and back with teflon thread
Frame is welded cast and extruded aluminum finished in weather resistant polyester powder coat
Stainless steel supports and connectors
Glides included

Specifications

Seat finish	without upholstery
Base finish	with legs
Backrest finish	without back padding
Armrest finish	without armrests
Table finish	legged radial
Material	aluminium steel
Colors	white

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