Vintage Supporto Desk Chair by Frederick Scott for Hille, 1970s

Supporto desk chair ‘Task chair’ designed by Frederick Scott, England for Hille in 1976. This chair immediately gained national and international acclaim and won the Design Council’s Design Award. For this design, Fred Scott conducted detailed ergonomic studies of how people actually sit. The chair (commissioned by Hille) had to be easy to use, easy to clean and long-lasting. The condition of this office chair is still good with normal signs of use and wear; the upholstery has no stains or holes and the backrest and the seat height are adjustable. Material: Aluminium, metal and fabric. Dimensions: h x w x d 91 x 58 x 55 cm and the seat height is adjustable from 47 – 57 cm. Marked; Hille (see photos).