Opinion Ciatti NIGELLE Stackable sled base powder coated steel chair

Nigelle is a stackable chair in powder-coated sled frame steel.‎ The seat decoration is inspired by Tuscan lace and allows water drainage.‎ Suitable for indoor/outdoor use.‎ Chairs in a pack of four pieces.‎  Finishes: painting with EcoShield* protective coating in beige, light grey, terracotta, black.‎ Accessories: Upholstered seat and backrest in quilted coated fabric available in beige, light gray, terracotta, black.‎ Cushion/pad in recycled plastic material with decorations.‎ Finishes: beige, light gray, terracotta.‎ *EcoShield: Treatment ensuring exceptional protection against corrosion caused by atmospheric agents, using water-based paints to reduce environmental impact.‎ The resulting coating is durable over time and effectively resists wear and deterioration.‎ A tribute to artisanal mastery, passed down through generations with elegance, authenticity, and durability.‎ The ethereal delicacy of lace, reinterpreted through the strength and pureness of contemporary design.‎ From this encounter comes Nigelle, the outdoor seating collection designed by Maurizio Galante and Tal Lancman.‎ Its defining feature is the perforated pattern on the seat, inspired by the lightness and complexity of Renaissance lacework.‎ A motif that recalls the reticello, one of the most refined techniques of Tuscan lace-making, documented as early as the late 15th century.‎ Intricate geometries of rosettes and circular medallions adorned noble garments and fine linens, thus handing down the art of threadwork to history.‎ Even the name chosen for the collection contains a nod to this extraordinary craft.‎ Nigelle is the French name for Nigella, a tribute to the designers’ country of adoption, is a light, delicate flower that shares a refined aesthetic with Tuscan lace.‎ Its thin petals and the network of stamens and laments resemble the airy patterns of lacework, while theornamental capsule that appears after flowering recalls the richness of handmade embroidery.‎ In Nigelle, timeless gestures and authentic tradition come together with the tastes and needs of the contemporary world.‎ “We wanted to create an object that serves as a bridge between past and future, between the delicacy of Tuscan lace and the solidity of steel.‎ Nigelle is a play of contrasts that becomes harmony, a symbol of connection between materials, cultures, contexts and experiences,” explain Maurizio Galante and Tal Lancman.‎ Further info from manufacturer on NIGELLE Opinion Ciatti