Catalog 888 GILDA CM

Product catalog summary

Product Overview:
The document describes the "Gilda CM 888" armchair designed by Carlo Mollino in 1953. It provides detailed specifications of the chair's materials, construction, and features in multiple languages (Italian, English, French, German, Spanish).

1. Frame Specifications

Material options: natural oak, black varnished oak, or natural Canaletto walnut.
Finish: wax-finished varnish for a refined surface treatment.

2. Metal Components

Made of brass with a black-nickel satin finish, providing a matte black appearance.

3. Backrest

Adjustable to four different positions, allowing customizable comfort.

4. Upholstery and Padding

Padding consists of polyurethane foam combined with heat-bound polyester fiber.
Suspension system uses steel spiral springs for enhanced support and durability.
Covering is removable and available in either fabric or leather, facilitating cleaning and maintenance.

5. Design and Heritage

The armchair is a tribute piece, reflecting Carlo Mollino's design ethos from 1953.

Critical Parameters and Recommendations

Choice of wood finish affects the aesthetic and should be selected based on interior design requirements.
Removable upholstery is recommended for ease of cleaning and longevity.
Adjustable backrest enhances ergonomic adaptability.

Summary: The Gilda CM 888 armchair combines high-quality natural materials with functional design elements such as adjustable backrest and removable upholstery. The use of brass metal components with a black-nickel satin finish adds a sophisticated touch. The chair’s construction ensures comfort through polyurethane and polyester padding supported by steel springs.

Catalog excerpts

Poltrona Struttura in rovere naturale o tinto nero oppure in noce Canaletto colore naturale; verniciatura con finitura a cera. Parti metalliche in ottone nichelsatinato colore nero. Schienale regolabile su quattro posizioni. Imbottitura in poliuretano / fibra poliestere termolegata con molleggio su spirali d’acciaio. Rivestimento sfilabile in stoffa o in pelle. Carlo Mollino Armchair Frame in natural or black varnished oak, or in natural Canaletto walnut; waxfinished varnish. Black-nickel satin finished brass metal components. Four-position adjustable backrest. Upholstery in polyurethane/ heat-bound polyester fibre with suspension on steel springs. Removable fabric or leather cover. 1953 Fauteuil Structure en rouvre naturel ou teinté noir ou en noyer Canaletto, couleur naturelle; verni finition cirée. Quincaillerie en laiton nickel satiné couleur noire. Dossier réglable sur quatre positions. Rembourrage en polyuréthane/fibre de polyester liée à chaud avec suspension à spirales d’acier. Revêtement déhoussable en tissu ou en cuir. Sessel Gestell aus naturfarbener oder schwarz lackierter Eiche, oder aus naturfarbenem Nussbaum Canaletto; Lackierung mit Wachs-Endbehandlung. Metallteilen aus Messing mit schwarz- vernickelter und mattierter Ausführung. Rückenlehne in vier Positionen verstellbar. Polsterung aus Polyhurethan/ wärmegebundener Polyesterfaser mit Federung auf Stahlfedern. Abnehmbarer Bezug aus Stoff oder Leder. Rovere naturale/Natural oakwood/Rouvre naturel/ Naturfarbene Eiche/ Roble natural Poltrone / Armchairs Butaca Estructura de roble natural o teñido negro o de nogal Canaletto color natural; pintura con acabado de cera. Herrajes de latón niquelado color mate negro. Respaldo regulable en cuatro posiciones. Acolchado de poliuretano/ fibra de poliéster termounida con suspensión de espirales de acero. Tapizado desenfundable de tejido o de piel. Rovere tinto nero/Black varnished oak/ Rouvre teinté noir/Schwarzgebeizte Eiche/ Roble teñido negro Noce Canaletto/ Canaletto walnut/Noyer Canaletto/Nussbaum Canaletto

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