Description
The Giselle Dining Armchair by Cattelan Italia is a refined dining armchair designed by Maurizio Manzoni. Its defining feature is a continuous, sculptural ashwood frame that wraps around the seat and backrest to create an elegant sense of enclosure and support. Combining the warmth of solid timber with a generously upholstered shell, Giselle offers the comfort and visual presence of an armchair while retaining a considered 56 cm dining footprint. This Category B Fabrics version is available in 79 woven fabric finishes, with four ashwood frame finishes to choose from.
Key Features
- Enveloping Solid Ashwood Frame: The continuous curved ashwood frame wraps the seat and backrest, forming the legs, arms, and outer back profile in one sculptural, flowing element.
- Four Ashwood Frame Finishes: Choose from Open Pore Matt Black Ashwood, Natural Ashwood, Canaletto Walnut Stained Ashwood, or Burned Oak Stained Ashwood.
- Integrated Armrests: The armrests emerge naturally from the ashwood side frame, providing a comfortable support point without interrupting Giselle’s continuous silhouette.
- Category B Fabric Upholstery: Seat and back upholstered in a choice of 79 Category B woven fabrics.
- Wide Fabric Palette: The Category B range offers an extensive selection for coordinating the dining armchair with tables, rugs, curtains, sofas, and other interior textiles.
- Compact Dining Armchair Footprint: At 56 cm wide, Giselle offers the generous comfort of an armchair while remaining practical for use around a dining table.
- Designer Piece: Designed by Maurizio Manzoni for Cattelan Italia, balancing sculptural woodwork with a soft upholstered interior.
- Made in Italy: Premium materials and expert detailing throughout, with a 5-year manufacturer warranty included.
Wooden Frame Finish Options
Four solid ashwood finishes available across all Category B Fabric selections.
Open Pore Matt Black Ashwood
Wood Frame Finish
Natural Ashwood
Wood Frame Finish
Canaletto Walnut Stained Ashwood
Wood Frame Finish
Burned Oak Stained Ashwood
Wood Frame Finish
As a natural material, ashwood varies in grain pattern and tone from one piece to another. Open Pore Matt Black reveals the texture of the timber beneath its matte finish; Natural Ashwood offers pale warmth; Canaletto Walnut Stained Ashwood adds a rich walnut tone; and Burned Oak Stained Ashwood creates a deep, atmospheric contrast.
Category B Fabric Options
One upholstery category, with 79 Category B fabric finishes. Tap below to view the full range.
Category B Fabrics — 79 Fabrics · Tap to view
B001-T30
B002-T10
B003-T10
B004-T40
B055-T20
B056-T30
B057-T20
B058-T10
B059-T30
B060-T90
B061-T60
B062-T40
B063-T40
B064-T80
B065-T80
B066-T50
B067-T20
B068-T30
B069-T90
B070-T40
B071-T10
B072-T20
B073-T90
B091-T30
B092-T40
B093-T70
B094-T50
B095-T60
B096-T80
B097-T80
B115-T40
B116-T30
B117-T10
B118-T20
B132-T70
B135-T20
B136-T10
B137-T40
B138-T60
B139-T60
B140-T60
B141-T90
B142-T90
B143-T50
B144-T80
B145-T10
B146-T40
B147-T90
B148-T30
B149-T40
B157-T10
B158-T30
B159-T30
B160-T90
B161-T10
B162-T40
B163-T60
B164-T60
B165-T50
B166-T80
B167-T60
B178-T80
B192-T20
B193-T40
B194-T20
B195-T30
B196-T70
B197-T70
B198-T20
B199-T20
B200-T40
B201-T50
B202-T80
B203-T90
B204-T30
B205-T10
B206-T40
B207-T40
B208-T60
Category B fabric swatches are a close digital representation only. Actual fabric tone, weave, texture, and finish may vary slightly from what is displayed on screen.
Materials & Construction
Solid Ashwood Enveloping Frame
Giselle’s defining structure is a finely crafted solid ashwood frame that wraps around the upholstered seat and back in a continuous arc. The sculptural timber profile forms the legs, integrated armrests, and outer backrest, creating warmth, support, and a distinctive visual identity.
Category B Fabric Upholstery
The seat and backrest are upholstered as one coordinated Category B fabric selection within the curved ashwood surround. The extensive woven fabric palette allows the chair to be tailored closely to the colours, textures, and furnishing materials of its setting.
Dimensions
Single configuration — one size across all ashwood finish and Category B Fabric combinations. The 49 cm seat height and 65 cm arm height are compatible with standard dining table heights.
| Dimension | cm | inches |
|---|---|---|
| Width | 56 | 22.0" |
| Depth | 61 | 24.0" |
| Height | 85 | 33.5" |
| Seat Height | 49 | 19.3" |
| Arm Height | 65 | 25.6" |
Packaging Details
Packaging dimensions and weights will be confirmed prior to delivery. Please contact us if exact data is required for access planning or commercial project logistics.
Dimensions Overview
