The history of furniture design cannot overlook the legacy of an institution as significant as the Consorzio La Permanente Mobili, founded in 1893 through the initiative of a group of highly skilled artisans from Cantù.

Their goal was to join forces to showcase their work to the public—primarily in Milan at the time—within a single, grand exhibition space. This allowed for a comprehensive presentation of Cantù’s furniture production, facilitating sales while also serving a broader purpose.

Beyond commerce, the consortium has always been a vital hub for its members, fostering collaboration, dialogue, and the exchange of expertise. Over the years, this continuous sharing of knowledge and craftsmanship has played a key role in establishing Cantù furniture as a symbol of excellence worldwide.
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Quinta Selettiva, 1963. The jury members Paul Reilly, Finn Juhl, Franco Albini, Pier Giacomo Castiglioni - Photo by Gianni Paini
For over a century, La Permanente Mobili di Cantù has given voice to visionary designers, transforming their groundbreaking ideas into timeless icons of design. Today, with the re-edition of our collection, “Selettiva for All”, we open a new dialogue between the past and the present — celebrating the artistry and creativity that have always shaped our legacy.

As Marcel Proust once said, “The real voyage of discovery consists not in seeking new landscapes, but in having new eyes.” Inspired by this idea, the collection invites you on a journey — not to uncharted lands, but to a rediscovery of what already exists, seen through a fresh lens. Each piece is a tribute to the designers who shaped our heritage, now reinterpreted with modern sensibility. The result is a delicate balance of past and present, where every product reveals surprising forms and details that resonate today.

Selettiva for All is not about mere reproduction, but about evolution. It is a collection where memory and innovation meet, where design’s rich legacy lives on, constantly transforming and adapting. Every detail tells a story — of craftsmanship, experience, and an enduring passion for Italian artisanal excellence.
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For over a century, La Permanente Mobili di Cantù has been the meeting point between visionary design and the excellence of Italian craftsmanship. Today, strengthened by its history and the network of expertise that the consortium represents, it looks toward the future with the goal of reinforcing its presence in the furniture market, both in Italy and internationally.

Our mission is clear: to bring the value of Cantù furniture to the world, preserving the tradition of artisanal quality while embracing new forms of design and collaboration.

La Permanente Mobili di Cantù is not just a name in the history of furniture—it is a laboratory of ideas, an ecosystem of excellence that looks ahead. With a vision set on the future, we will continue to transform designers’ creativity into timeless creations, carrying the quality and savoir-faire of Cantù across the world.
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Designed by Peter Karpf in 1965 for the sixth Selettiva, the Wing Lounge Chair is an iconic example of Scandinavian design innovation. Made from bent birch wood and accented by a backrest with leather-covered wooden profiles, this chair showcases Karpf’s skill in minimalist, sculptural furniture. Its three-legged form and organic curves push plywood bending to new heights, merging function with expressive artistry.

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Piece PK65 Chair

Dimensions (cm) W 125 / D 85 / H 65

Designer Peter Karpf

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Edition Selettiva 6th edition

Finishes
Structure: three-legged chair in bent birch, available in natural or black lacquered finish.
Seat and backrest: padded and upholstered in leather.
Dimensions (cm)
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