This is a Porada Ester dining chair, designed by Stefano Bigi for the Italian luxury furniture maker Porada. The Ester has a sculptural curved wooden backrest that flows into tapered legs, with a comfortable upholstered seat. This ex-display example features a grey-brown stained wood frame and grey/taupe fabric upholstery, and it was made in Italy.
Design and build
The Ester is a refined piece of contemporary Italian craftsmanship. The solid wood frame is finished in a subtle grey-brown stain, which gives the chair a softer, more modern look than a traditional dark wood. The seat is upholstered in a grey/taupe fabric that complements the frame and adds warmth to a dining room. The curved backrest is shaped to provide support while keeping a clean, elegant silhouette.
- Designer: Stefano Bigi
- Manufacturer: Porada, made in Italy
- Frame: solid wood with stained finish
- Upholstery: grey/taupe fabric
- Width: 51 cm
- Depth: 54 cm
- Overall height: 82 cm
- Seat height: 48 cm
Condition and value
This chair comes from a luxury furniture showroom and is an ex-display piece. It appears to be in very good overall condition, with no obvious significant damage or staining in the photographs. There may be minor signs of showroom handling, so please look closely at the images before buying. New Porada Ester chairs of this specification are currently advertised by UK retailers at around £1,390, making this an attractive way to own an authentic designer chair for considerably less.
Buyer guidance
Ex-display furniture can be a sensible choice, but it pays to check the measurements against your dining table and room layout. Natural wood finishes may differ slightly between pieces, and this listing is for one chair only. The seat height is 48 cm, so it is worth confirming that this suits your table height. Collection can be arranged by prior appointment, and delivery is available on request.
