Proust

Proust (1978)
Designer: Alessandro Mendini
Manufacturer: Cappellini
MSRP: $9,628

Long before all-star designers started introducing antique-inspired furniture, Cappellini presented Proust, still one of the most whimsical items in their collection. The confetti pattern of the seat cushion, surely a nod to Memphis, continues uninterrupted onto the carved and hand-painted wood frame. By taking craftmanship to the extreme and maintaining a sense of humor, Proust is just my cup of reverential satire. Available as PR1 (light blue/grey/yellow) and PR2 (black/green/red).