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  • Sapper chair

  • Designed By Richard Sapper, 1979

Sapper chair

  • Dimensions

  • Overall dimensions: Executive, 111-121cm high. 68cm wide. 70cm deep. Seat height: 49-60cm. Management, 87-98cm high. 55/63cm wide. 67cm deep. Seat height 49-60cm. Visitor, 85cm high. 55/67cm wide. 67cm deep. Seat height: 47cm.

  • Construction

    Sapper: Concealed metal structure of cold roll-formed steel with welded cross members for rigidity. Rubberised mesh supports moulded polyurethane cushions. Upholstery: fabric or leather is crafted in a series of horizontal sections that form thin profile cover with a weft edge detail. Leather models have a fabric insert on the underside in a compatible colour. Arms: self-skinning textured black polyurethane cushion-jacket surrounds rigid steel inserts. Column & base: central column in black textured polypropylene. Base: five star precision die cast aluminium in protective Rilsan™ finish. Sled base on visitor chair in steel tube with epoxy-polyester scratch resistant finish. 3 castor options.

  • Finishes

    Sapper: 7 Life back suspension fabrics. 3 approved fabric, 5 approved leather groups.

  • Performance

    Recognized for its elegant lines and hand-finished craftsmanship, Sapper is an iconic chair well-suited to the most distinguished executive offices, conference rooms or meeting spaces. Sapper combines the refinement of classic executive seating with advanced ergonomic features. With three models; executive, management and side; and a wide array of leather and fabric options, Sapper enhances any interior. Hand-finished details such as channel stitching and rosette pleats are signature elements of Sapper's unique design. And beyond this refined aesthetic lies surprising ergonomic performance to support the demands of the modern office. Sapper's features include sculpted high-resilient foam, knee-tilt recline mechanism, upright tilt lock, optional adjustable lumbar support and forward tilt. Elegant design and advanced ergonomics for distinguished executive office and boardrooms.