Description
The Cattelan Italia Sofia High Back Dining Armchair – Fabric, Micro Nubuk & Synthetic Leather, designed by Paolo Cattelan in 2015, combines softly cushioned seating with a tall, enveloping backrest and integrated upholstered armrests. Its high-back silhouette brings a refined presence to the dining table, while the beechwood base adds warmth and understated character. Choose from 31 Fabrics, 14 Micro Nubuk finishes or 18 Synthetic Leathers, paired with one of four beechwood finishes, to complement contemporary or classic interiors.
Key Features
- Designed by Paolo Cattelan: Introduced in 2015, Sofia combines a timeless upholstered silhouette with a discreet wooden base.
- High-back version: The taller upholstered backrest gives this model a more pronounced vertical profile than the standard Sofia armchair.
- Integrated armrests: Upholstered arms extend the enveloping seating profile and provide a comfortable place to rest the forearms.
- Softly cushioned seat and back: Light padding follows the chair’s contours for a welcoming seating experience.
- Beechwood frame: Choose Natural Stained Beech, Walnut Canaletto Stained Beech, Dark Wenghe Stained Beech or Matt Black.
- Three upholstery categories: Available in 31 Fabrics, 14 Micro Nubuk finishes or 18 Synthetic Leathers.
- 63 listed upholstery finishes: Explore the full selection in the dropdowns below.
- Non-removable cover: Fitted upholstery preserves Sofia’s clean, tailored appearance.
- Indoor use: Suited to interior dining, living and hospitality settings.
- Warranty: Includes a 5-year manufacturer’s warranty.
Beechwood Frame Finishes
Four frame finishes are displayed below, outside the upholstery dropdowns. The Canaletto Walnut and Dark Wenghe options are stained beechwood finishes, not alternative wood species.
Natural Stained Beech
Walnut Canaletto Stained Beech
Dark Wenghe Stained Beech
Matt Black
Upholstery Options
Three categories with 63 listed upholstery finishes. Tap a category to view its swatches.
Fabric — 31 Fabrics · Tap to view
B240
B241
B242
B243
B244
B245
B246
B247
B248
B249
B610
B713
B714
B730
B731
B732
B810
B811
B920
B921
B922
B923
B924
B925
B926
B927
B928
B929
B930
B931
B932
Micro Nubuk — 14 Nubuks · Tap to view
Dusty Rose
Sunstone
Beige
White
Cardinal
Almond
Cognac
Shadow
Marron
Lead
Charcoal
Mint
Musk
Sand
Synthetic Leather — 18 Leathers · Tap to view
Bianco
Tortora
Marrone
Moka
Rosso Corsa
Bordeaux
Navy
London
Nero
Canapa
Fango
Fossil
Cemento
Ardesia
Oyster
Lino
Canova
Argilla
Upholstery and wood swatches are indicative. Actual colour, weave, grain, texture and finish may differ slightly from what appears on screen.
Materials & Construction
Beechwood Frame and Legs
Sofia’s beechwood frame brings warmth and understated character to the upholstered seat. Choose a natural finish, Canaletto Walnut or Dark Wenghe stain, or Matt Black lacquered beech.
Cushioned Seat, Tall Back and Arms
The lightly cushioned seat is paired with a tall, enveloping upholstered backrest and integrated armrests. This version is covered in Fabric, Micro Nubuk or Synthetic Leather, with non-removable upholstery for a tailored finish.
Dimensions
| Width (cm) | Width (in) | Depth (cm) | Depth (in) | Height (cm) | Height (in) | Seat Height (cm) | Seat Height (in) | Arm Height (cm) | Arm Height (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 53.5 | 21.1" | 60 | 23.6" | 108 | 42.5" | 49 | 19.3" | 70 | 27.6" |
Parcel Details
| Parcel | Component | Package Dimensions (cm) | Weight (kg) | Total Volume (m³) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Armchair | 61 × 61 × 119 | 17.50 | — |
| Total · 1 parcel | — | 17.50 | 0.44 | |
Dimensions Overview
