1970s Giovanni Offredi for Saporiti Italia Vela Swivel Desk Chair in Leather Seating supported by a linear brushed

supported by a linear brushed stainless-steel frame

signs of age do remain

These examples feature a brushed aluminum finish and a seat pad in black upholstery

and inches high

They feature cherry wood tops and bases

1970s Giovanni Offredi for Saporiti Italia Vela Swivel Desk Chair in Leather Seating supported by a linear brushedThis is a Vela Swivel Office or Desk Chair, initially designed by Giovanni Offredi for Saporiti in 1975. This example was produced in Italy around the same time. The design incorporates a graceful, polished stainless steel 5 point base on casters, and retains its original dark red snakeskin embossed leather upholstery. This chair measures 29. 5 inches deep, 29. 5 inches wide, and 35 inches high. The fabric is worn, and reupholstery is recommended.