This love seat, called ‘Due foglie’ (two leaves) by Gio Ponti, has a curved, dynamic volume resting elegantly on a thin structure that keeps it suspended above the ground. The model was conceived and designed in the years he dedicated to Villa Planchart in Caracas, so in the early 1950s. With its pod shape inspired by the tropical flora of the gardens of Villa Planchart, the ‘Due foglie’ love seat accompanies the ‘Lotus’ armchair (reissued by Molteni with the initials
D.154.2), which was also inspired in name and shape by the flowers in the Villa Plancahart gardens, and the ‘Mariposa’ (butterfly) armchair dedicated to the architectural structure of the Villa, which Ponti liked to describe as a butterfly resting on the ‘Cerrito’, the hill overlooking Caracas.
The distinctive silhouette of the D.157.6 loveseat, originally named Due Foglie due to its seamless curvilinear shape reminiscent of a pod and two elongated leaves, is supported by a delicate trestle structure with a metallic finish. The defining feature of the loveseat is undeniably the foam structure, specially shaped by two molds. Beyond its striking aesthetic, this feature offers a unique seating experience: spacious and comfortable for one, yet conducive to the intimate conversations or quiet moments of two.
Allowing for the rare personalization of such a legendary piece, designer Marta Ferri has curated a wide selection of fabrics and leathers chosen specifically for both their visual appeal and performance abilities. Reviving the charm of a bygone era, the D.157.6 sofa exudes timeless elegance and transcends passing trends. The Gio Ponti archive, a wellspring of inspiration, continues to inform Molteni&C's style, blending historical values with a forward-looking perspective. As we celebrate our prestigious 90-year milestone, the D.157.6 sofa epitomizes a lifestyle that spans generations and continents.
