Is it a chair or is it a sculpture? This extraordinary set of eight armchairs by Italian sculptor/designer Giuseppe Rivadossi beautifully sits on the border between the two disciplines. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ This exceptional chair was created by Giuseppe Rivadoss for Officina Rivadossi in the 1980s. This rare chair, which features a high level of craftsmanship in woodwork, embodies a striking textured surface that is hand carved by gouge cut. It is exactly this element that gives this piece its distinctive aesthetics which Rivadossi is known for. This graphic visualization is enhanced by the walnut's properties which shows a variety of wood tones. An extraordinary piece, established by intensive hand-planed and trimmed finishes. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Giuseppe Rivadossi (1935) was born in Monteclana di Nave, Italy, where he still lives and works. At a young age, Rivadossi's path begins with wood carving, with works reflecting on his poetic idea of living. In 1962 Rivadossi took over the carpentry founded in 1920 by his father Clemente, which he transformed into an atelier, or rather a creative workshop. Eventually, Rivadossi and collaborators established 'Officina Rivadossi' in 1976 where he started the manufacture of wooden objects and unique modern furniture. #guisepperivadossi #italianfurniture #italiandesign #officinarivadossi #80sdesign #craftsmanmodern #italianarchitecture #postmoderndesign #handcarvedfurniture #carpentrywork #modernfurniture