Original vs reproduction
Superleggera Chair
Gio Ponti refined the traditional Chiavari chair into the 1.7 kg Superleggera, produced by Cassina since 1957.
| Designer | Gio Ponti |
|---|---|
| Year | 1957 |
| Authorized makers | Cassina |
What it costs today
All listings →Original / VintageSample
Vintage original
$3,550
delivered · $3,400 + $150 ship
- Period
- UNKNOWN
- Authenticity
- High — marks described
- Condition
- very good
- Shipping
- 6–10 days
- Source
- Local dealer (sample)
The practical differences
A reproduction is not an original and is not equivalent to one. It can still be the right purchase — just know what you're buying.
| Materials | Ash with cane seat. |
|---|---|
| Construction | Triangular-section members for strength. |
| Dimensions | Fixed spec. |
| Warranty | Cassina warranty on new. |
| Provenance | Marks. |
| Finish | Lacquer or natural. |
| Expected longevity | Cane seats can be replaced. |
| Price | Parcel-to-oversized shipping. |
How to recognize an authentic example
- Cassina mark under the seat
- Triangular-section legs
- Woven cane or upholstered seat
What reproductions usually change
Copies are heavier with rounder legs.