The 1 Fauteuil Dossier Basculant – UAM chair by Cassina is a compact and lightweight chair, designed in 1928 and presented the following year at the Salon d'Automne alongside other models that have become iconic. The result of a collaboration between Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret and Charlotte Perriand, this timeless creation is the product of in-depth research into posture, offering ideal support for relaxed sitting and designed to encourage conversation.
The harmony between form and function is based on the use of the Modulor, a proportional system based on the measurements of the human body and a mathematical language inspired by universal harmony. Essential and sophisticated, the Fauteuil Dossier Basculant is made with a tubular steel frame — available in a polished chrome or painted finish — and a self-supporting ecru fabric cover, embellished with natural leather profiles that outline the seat.
The structure, streamlined yet rich in detail, features exposed springs on the back of the backrest for ergonomic support, while the armrests consist of a single strip of ecru fabric stretched between the legs, in a gesture of refined simplicity.
Thanks to its perfect compositional synthesis and formal versatility, Cassina's 1 Fauteuil Dossier Basculant chair blends naturally into both residential and contract spaces, enhancing the elegance of the environment with its iconic and timeless design.
