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Design Furniture
Creator: Roberto Semprini (b.1959)
Title: Hydra Chair
Design Period: mid-1990s, Italy
Manufacturer: Sintesi
Materials: Chrome Plating and Plastic
Colour: Beige and silver
Width: 50 cm
Depth: 62 cm
Height: 77 cm
Seat Height: 37 cm
About
A bold expression of 1990s Italian design, the Hydra Chair blends sculptural form with playful materiality. Designed by Roberto Semprini for Sintesi, this chair features a distinctive shell made of colorful plastic rope, intricately wrapped around a slender metal frame. The result is a lightweight yet visually striking piece that evokes both transparency and tension.
Its curved profile and open-weave construction give the Hydra Chair a futuristic elegance, while the splayed metal legs offer balance and minimalism. A hallmark of postmodern experimentation, the chair bridges functionality with artistic flair—making it a standout in both residential and gallery settings.
An icon of mid-'90s design innovation, the Hydra Chair remains a sought-after collectible for enthusiasts of contemporary Italian furniture.
Condition:Good overall condition (Integrity and authenticity). This item has no defects, but it may show slight traces of use. Light wear consistent with age and use.
Provenance: Acquired from a private collection. Ownership: Monginho Collection.
Design Furniture
Creator: Roberto Semprini (b.1959)
Title: Hydra Chair
Design Period: mid-1990s, Italy
Manufacturer: Sintesi
Materials: Chrome Plating and Plastic
Colour: Beige and silver
Width: 50 cm
Depth: 62 cm
Height: 77 cm
Seat Height: 37 cm
About
A bold expression of 1990s Italian design, the Hydra Chair blends sculptural form with playful materiality. Designed by Roberto Semprini for Sintesi, this chair features a distinctive shell made of colorful plastic rope, intricately wrapped around a slender metal frame. The result is a lightweight yet visually striking piece that evokes both transparency and tension.
Its curved profile and open-weave construction give the Hydra Chair a futuristic elegance, while the splayed metal legs offer balance and minimalism. A hallmark of postmodern experimentation, the chair bridges functionality with artistic flair—making it a standout in both residential and gallery settings.
An icon of mid-'90s design innovation, the Hydra Chair remains a sought-after collectible for enthusiasts of contemporary Italian furniture.
Condition:Good overall condition (Integrity and authenticity). This item has no defects, but it may show slight traces of use. Light wear consistent with age and use.
Provenance: Acquired from a private collection. Ownership: Monginho Collection.
Design Furniture
Creator: Roberto Semprini (b.1959)
Title: Hydra Chair
Design Period: mid-1990s, Italy
Manufacturer: Sintesi
Materials: Chrome Plating and Plastic
Colour: Beige and silver
Width: 50 cm
Depth: 62 cm
Height: 77 cm
Seat Height: 37 cm
About
A bold expression of 1990s Italian design, the Hydra Chair blends sculptural form with playful materiality. Designed by Roberto Semprini for Sintesi, this chair features a distinctive shell made of colorful plastic rope, intricately wrapped around a slender metal frame. The result is a lightweight yet visually striking piece that evokes both transparency and tension.
Its curved profile and open-weave construction give the Hydra Chair a futuristic elegance, while the splayed metal legs offer balance and minimalism. A hallmark of postmodern experimentation, the chair bridges functionality with artistic flair—making it a standout in both residential and gallery settings.
An icon of mid-'90s design innovation, the Hydra Chair remains a sought-after collectible for enthusiasts of contemporary Italian furniture.
Condition:Good overall condition (Integrity and authenticity). This item has no defects, but it may show slight traces of use. Light wear consistent with age and use.
Provenance: Acquired from a private collection. Ownership: Monginho Collection.