Overview
Important and refined set of four “Low Ingram 309” chairs designed by Charles Rennie Mackintosh and produced by Cassina in the 1980s, among the most iconic reinterpretations of the design language developed by the Scottish master at the beginning of the 20th century.
Description
Characterized by an extremely architectural silhouette, slender proportions, and a rigorous geometric construction, these chairs perfectly embody Mackintosh’s poetic vision, suspended between Arts & Crafts, Viennese Secession, and early European modernism.
The “Low Ingram” model is one of the most recognizable projects connected to his aesthetic research, celebrated for its marked vertical lines, high backrests, and almost graphic minimalism that transforms the chair into a true sculptural presence within the space.
The examples feature a dark wood structure with tall and slender backrests articulated by parallel vertical elements and enriched by small pierced details in the upper section, a distinctive characteristic of the original design.
Design & Function
The construction appears essential yet extremely sophisticated, with strong attention to proportional balance and purity of line.
The rigorous architecture of the structure dialogues beautifully with the seats, recently reupholstered in a precious multicolored jacquard velvet with an abstract and textured surface in tones of deep purple, taupe, bronze, and shaded beige.
The overall effect is one of great elegance and strong scenographic presence: chairs that retain the formal purity of the historic design while acquiring, through the new upholstery, a warmer, more sophisticated, and collectible character.
Perfect around an important dining table, but equally suitable as accent seating within contemporary, minimalist, Art Deco, or eclectic interiors.
Materials & Aesthetic
The jacquard velvet introduces a richer and more contemporary decorative dimension, creating an extremely refined contrast with the geometric severity of the wooden structure.
The combination between the rigorous architecture and the material richness of the upholstery creates a particularly interesting aesthetic tension between formal discipline and decorative depth.
Technical Details
Product: 306 Ingram Low Chairs by Charles Rennie Mackintosh for Cassina
Designer: Charles Rennie Mackintosh
Manufacturer: Cassina
Period: 1980s
Materials: Dark wood structure; jacquard velvet upholstery
Dimensions: Length: 47cm | Depth: 43cm | Height: 106cm
Condition: Please note that this item is in good vintage condition. Minor signs of age may be present, which do not affect its functionality. We kindly invite you to take these characteristics into consideration before purchasing.
Functionality: Seating suitable for dining tables or accent use within residential and collectible interiors
Collectibility
A highly decorative and refined set combining the formal rigor of Mackintosh’s historic design with a sophisticated contemporary upholstery, making this configuration particularly rare and visually distinctive.
Designer & Manufacturer
Charles Rennie Mackintosh was one of the leading figures of early modern design, known for his unique ability to merge architectural rigor, graphic minimalism, and decorative refinement. His work developed between the Arts & Crafts movement, the Viennese Secession, and the origins of European modernism.
Cassina played a fundamental role in preserving and reintroducing iconic historical designs through high-quality productions that respect the original proportions and construction principles while maintaining exceptional craftsmanship standards.