The
Zig Zag chair, designed by
Gerrit Thomas Rietveld and published by
Cassina, is one of the first examples of cantilevered seating, characterised by four successive planes developing with a refined effect of instability. Rietveld revolutionised the traditional design of
chairs by replacing the classic arrangement of elements - legs, seat, backrest - with a continuous sheet of wood forming an inverted "Z" pattern. The craftsmanship of
Cassina is revealed in the precision of the dovetail joints, highlighting the unique structure of the
Zig Zag chair. The
Zig Zag chair thus embodies a harmonious fusion of functionality and aesthetics, testifying to innovation and technical mastery from design to manufacture.