C-Chair Chair - / OUTDOOR - Teak & polyethylene cord / 1947 reissue by Gubi Beige/Natural wood

An icon with a refined design for outdoors. Released in 1947, the ''C'' chair is one of the most famous pieces by Marcel Gascoin (1907-1986). Having trained as a cabinetmaker, this French designer who specialised in “series furniture” always knew how to combine modernism and democratisation. He played a major role in the emergence of post-war French design. Gubi offers a version adapted to outdoor use of the C-Chair, an iconic piece of design. Its compact dimensions are perfectly suited to patios and terraces. This OUTDOOR version of the C-Chair is made with ultra-resistant, sustainably sourced premium-quality solid teak. This teak from controlled plantations has SVLK certification, which guarantees biodiversity and sustainable forestry practices, and offers economic benefits to the local economy. Teak is rich in natural oils, which makes it inherently resistant to weathering and natural wear and therefore particularly suitable for outdoor furniture. It will fade slightly over time, adopting a beautiful silver-grey patina. For those who want to preserve the honey-gold tones of the wood, an annual application of oil is a simple solution. The cord seat and backrest are woven from an extruded polyethylene fibre. This synthetic cord perfectly imitates the appearance of the natural fibre used for the indoor versions, while being resistant to bad weather. The weaving forms triangular patterns converging towards the centre. Designed in 1947, the C chair fits fully into the period of Reconstruction in France. It was designed to adapt to the constraints of the post-war period, when there was a need to rebuild while space was in short supply. Nice and compact, it was created to adapt to the reduced dimensions of urban apartments built at the end of the Second World War. Although compact, the “C” chair is very comfortable. Its strong personality comes from its two rear legs, generously proportioned, which support most of the weight. Marcel Gascoin brought great care to the construction details found in the cabinetmaking techniques used for the C chair. With its sleek shape, sturdy construction, understated hardware and inviting sitting angle, the “C” chair is an almost perfect blend of utility and beauty - a well-made, comfortable seat that’s also a kind of sculpture.