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Afra & Tobia Scarpa ‘Benetton’ Chair, Italy, 1980s
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Aartselaar, BE
Designed for the Benetton office by the iconic Italian architects Afra & Tobia Scarpa in 1985
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Chairs
Materials
Brass, Steel
"Dialogo" Brown Chair by Tobia Scarpa for B&B, Italy, 70s
By B&B Italia, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Sacile, PN
comes from the Benetton Group showroom in Florence.
The chair will be cleaned and polished.
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fiberglass, Wood
Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Africa" dining chairs for Maxalto, 1975
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Bruxelles, BE
Set of four Africa chairs with a structure in walnut wood and burl, seats upholstered with
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Brass
"Dialogo" Brown Leather Chair by Tobia Scarpa for B&B, Italy, 70s
By B&B Italia, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Sacile, PN
comes from the Benetton Group showroom in Florence.
The chair will be cleaned and polished.
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Wood, Leather
Africa Italian Dining Chairs Designed by Afra & Tobia Scarpa For Maxalto, 70s
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Madrid, ES
Set of six chairs model "Africa" designed by Afra & Tobia Scarpa, from the "Artona" series produced
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Wood
H 31.11 in W 22.05 in D 17.33 in
Tobia & Afra Scarpa Set of Eight 121 Chairs in Wood and Leather by Cassina 1970s
By Cassina, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Montecatini Terme, IT
Set of eight 121 chairs with structure in black lacquered wood, seat and back in Bulgarian red
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
H 31.89 in W 18.9 in D 21.66 in
Italian Chair Compasso Patented in 1980s, by Afra & Tobia Scarpa per Piarotto
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Elegant Italian late 20th century, pairs chairs Compasso patented in the 1980s manufactured by
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Walnut
H 29.53 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in
Soriana Lounge Chair by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Cassina
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Cassina
Located in Byron Bay, NSW
Genuine ( not a reproduction ) Soriana lounge chair by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Cassina. Original
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Cassina 'Soriana' Lounge Chair in Corduroy
By Cassina, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Cassina, pair of 'Soriana' lounge chair, model '944', corduroy, chrome
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Cassina 'Bastiano' Lounge Chair in Leather
By Cassina, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Cassina 'Bastiano' lounge chair, leather, walnut, Italy, 1960
Designed by
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather, Walnut
Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Cassina Pair of 'Soriana' Lounge Chairs in Corduroy
By Cassina, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Cassina, pair of 'Soriana' lounge chairs, model '944', corduroy, chrome
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel, Chrome
H 25.6 in W 37.41 in D 39.38 in
Afra & Tobia Scarpa Set of Eight '121' Dining Chairs
By Cassina, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Cassina, set of eight dining chairs model ‘121’, wood, leather, Italy
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Afra & Tobia Scarpa for B&B Italia 'Dialogo Dessau' Dining Chairs
By B&B Italia, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Afra and Tobia Scarpa for B&B Italia, 'Dialogo Dessau' dining chairs, chromed metal, plastic, Italy
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Afra & Tobia Scarpa for B&B Italia 'Dialogo Dessau' Dining Chairs
By B&B Italia, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Afra and Tobia Scarpa for B&B Italia, 'Dialogo Dessau' dining chairs, chromed metal, plastic, Italy
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Afra & Tobia Scarpa for B&B Italia 'Dialogo Dessau' Dining Chairs
By B&B Italia, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Afra and Tobia Scarpa for B&B Italia, 'Dialogo Dessau' dining chairs, chromed metal, plastic, Italy
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Afra & Tobia Scarpa for B&B Pair of 'Dialogo' Dining Chairs
By B&B Italia, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Afra and Tobia Scarpa for B&B Italia, pair of ‘Dialogo’ dining chairs, black lacquered wood
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fiberglass, Wood
Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Maxalto 'New Harmony' Set of Six Dining Chairs
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Maxalto
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Maxalto, 'New Harmony' set of six dining chairs, walnut, fabric, leather
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Walnut
H 31.5 in W 18.12 in D 18.12 in
Tobia & Afra Scarpa for Molteni Set of Four 'Monk' Chairs in Black Leather
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Molteni & C
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Molteni, set of four 'Monk' dining chairs, walnut, black leather, Italy
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Walnut
H 29.53 in W 20.28 in D 18.9 in
Tobia & Afra Scarpa Set of Eight 121 Chairs in Black Leather by Cassina 1970ca.
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Cassina
Located in Montecatini Terme, IT
Set of eight 121 chairs with structure in wood, seat and back in foam rubber padding covered with
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Foam, Wood
H 31.5 in W 18.51 in D 21.66 in
Afra & Tobia Scarpa Set of Four 'Monk' Dining Chairs in Red Leather and Ash
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Molteni, set of four 'Monk' dining chairs, ash, leather, Italy, 1974.
The
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Ash
H 29.34 in W 20.28 in D 18.9 in
Tobia & Afra Scarpa Set of Six Black Dialogo Dining Chairs by B&B 1973
By B&B Italia, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Montecatini Terme, IT
Set of six Dialogo chairs with structure in black lacquered wood, seat and back in black fiberglass
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Fiberglass, Wood
H 31.11 in W 20.08 in D 17.72 in
Afra & Tobia Scarpa ‘Benetton’ Stool in Leather and Steel
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Benetton Office, folding stool or ottoman, leather, steel, Italy, 1985
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Stools
Materials
Steel
Afra & Tobia Scarpa 'Benetton' Stools in Mixed Wood and Cognac Leather
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Waalwijk, NL
exquisitely crafted stools designed by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for the Benetton shop. These chairs embody
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Stools
Materials
Leather, Ash, Oak, Walnut, Wenge
H 21.66 in W 17.72 in D 16.74 in
Afra & Tobia Scarpa 'Benetton' Stool in Mixed Wood and Cognac Leather
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Waalwijk, NL
exquisitely crafted stool designed by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for the Benetton shop. This chair embodies
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Stools
Materials
Leather, Ash, Oak, Walnut, Wenge
H 21.66 in W 17.72 in D 16.74 in
Afra & Tobia Scarpa Pair of 'Coronado' Lounge Chairs in Cognac Leather
By B&B Italia, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Afra & Tobia Scarpa for B&B Italia, pair of 'Coronado' lounge chairs, cognac leather, Italy, 1966
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather
H 27.56 in W 40.56 in D 35.83 in
Early Pierre Chapo T21D Dining Table with Afra & Tobia Scarpa Monk Chairs
By Molteni & C, Pierre Chapo, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Dining set with Pierre Chapo T21D dining table paired with Afra and Tobia Scarpa Monk chairs
Category
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Sets
Materials
Elm, Leather, Walnut
H 29.53 in W 20.48 in D 18.71 in
Afra & Tobia Scarpa for B&B Italia 'Coronado' Lounge Chair in Cognac Leather
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Afra & Tobia Scarpa for B&B Italia, 'Coronado' lounge chair, cognac leather, Italy, 1966
The
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather
H 27.56 in W 40.56 in D 35.83 in
Tobia Scarpa by Morellato Rare Edition signed 1970's Italy
By Tobia Scarpa, Morellato
Located in Vancouver, BC
University of Venice and that same year he won the “Compasso d'Oro” for his “Soriana” chair designed for
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Vases
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Soriana armchairs designed by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for Cassina 1969
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Arezzo, Italy
projects are also exhibited in some of the world’s leading museums, including his chair "Freedom" As an
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Metal
H 26.78 in W 37.01 in D 38.19 in
Soriana armchairs and footrest by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for Cassina 1969
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Arezzo, Italy
his projects are also exhibited in some of the world’s leading museums, including his chair "Freedom
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Metal
H 26.78 in W 37.01 in D 38.19 in
Soriana armchairs and footrest by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for Cassina 1969
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Arezzo, Italy
his projects are also exhibited in some of the world’s leading museums, including his chair "Freedom
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Metal
H 26.78 in W 65.36 in D 38.19 in
Tobia Scarpa Eitie Floor Lamp For Cassina
By Tobia Scarpa
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
with the original work, part of the Benetton Foundation Research Centre, Cassina has revisited the
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Silver
Tobia Scarpa Coronado Leather Sofa for B&B Italia, 1975
By Tobia Scarpa, B&B Italia
Located in New York, NY
chair is exhibited in the Louvre) and Fabbian.
The duo was not only invested in design, but also
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Afra & Tobia Scarpa Set Of Le Due Facce Della Luna For Cassina
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
found on show in some of the world’s key museums, including his ‘Libertà’ chair on show at the Louvre.As
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vanities
Materials
Steel
Tobia & Afra Scarpa Artona Bed Frame in Walnut and Leather by Maxalto 1970s
By Maxalto, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Montecatini Terme, IT
together in 1959, designing the Pigreco chair at Franco Albini’s decorating course. Both of them graduated
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Metal
H 26.78 in W 73.63 in D 84.65 in
Andre Coffee Table by Tobias Scarpa
By Tobia Scarpa
Located in Pasadena, TX
can also be found on show in some of the world’s key museums, including his ‘Libertà’ chair on show at
Category
Late 20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Chrome
Tobia Scarpa Three Seater Sofa by Cassina
By Cassina, Tobia Scarpa
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
chair in the most freeing sense of the word.
Materials:
Metal
Fabric
Important information
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
Minimalist Outdoor Armchair by Tobia Scarpa for Cassina
By Tobia Scarpa, Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
spontaneity typical of a day to be enjoyed outdoors.
In 1967, Afra and Tobia Scarpa crafted a chair that
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Tobia & Afra Scarpa Armchair in Wood and Padded Leather by Maxalto 1975
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Maxalto
Located in Montecatini Terme, IT
and his wife Afra Bianchin began their long career together in 1959, designing the Pigreco chair at
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
H 33.47 in W 31.5 in D 31.5 in
Afra & Tobia Scarpa Table with Oval Shaped Top in Wood by Maxalto 1970s
By Maxalto, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Montecatini Terme, IT
1959, designing the Pigreco chair at Franco Albini’s decorating course. Both of them graduated from
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Tables
Materials
Brass
H 28.75 in W 66.15 in D 49.22 in
Tobia & Afra Scarpa Bedroom Set Artona with Bed and Nightstands by Maxalto 1970s
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Maxalto
Located in Montecatini Terme, IT
chair at Franco Albini’s decorating course. Both of them graduated from IUAV in Venice in 1969, and they
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bedroom Sets
Materials
Metal
H 26.78 in W 73.63 in D 84.65 in
Tobia Scarpa Three Seater Sofa by Cassina
By Tobia Scarpa, Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
chair in the most freeing sense of the word.
Materials:
Metal
Fabric
Important information regarding
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
Tobia Scarpa Three Seater Sofa by Cassina
By Cassina, Tobia Scarpa
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
chair in the most freeing sense of the word.
Materials:
Metal
Fabric
Important information
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
Tobia & Afra Scarpa Set of Two Nightstands in Walnut by Maxalto 1970s Italy
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Maxalto
Located in Montecatini Terme, IT
Pigreco chair at Franco Albini’s decorating course. Both of them graduated from IUAV in Venice in 1969
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Metal
H 26.19 in W 25.01 in D 12.6 in
Soriana Sofa by Tobia Scarpa for Cassina
By Tobia Scarpa, Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
upholstered chair in the most freeing sense of the word.
Materials:
Metal
Fabric
Measurements:
H
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal
Outdoor Coffee Table by Tobia Scarpa for Cassina
By Tobia Scarpa, Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
, including his ‘Libertà’ chair on show at the Louvre.As an architect he has worked for both public and
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood
"Andre" Dining Table by Tobia Scarpa for Gavina, Chrome Smoked Glass, Italy 1968
By Gavina, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Roma, IT
" 1968), and Meritalia (chair "Libert" 1989).
In 1964, they collaborated with Benetton clothing company
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Tables
Materials
Steel, Chrome
H 26.78 in W 53.55 in D 53.55 in
Afra & Tobia Scarpa Mid-Century Walnut Coffee Table for Cassina, Italy 1960s
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Cassina
Located in Roma, IT
1960s, the pair began an ongoing relationship with the Benetton clothing company, which led to a number
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Glass, Smoked Glass, Wood, Walnut
H 14.38 in W 40.16 in D 19.3 in
Limited Edition Soriana Denim Armchair by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Cassina
By Tobia Scarpa, Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
comfort level of this upholstered chair in the most freeing sense of the word.
Materials:
Metal
Fabric
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Metal
H 27.96 in W 37.41 in D 41.34 in
Puff Armchair by Tobia Scarpa for Cassina
By Tobia Scarpa, Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
chair in the most freeing sense of the word.
Materials:
Metal
Fabric
Important information regarding
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal
Coffee Table in Wood and Glass Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Cassina, Italy 1960s
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Cassina
Located in Rome, IT
1960s, the pair began an ongoing relationship with the Benetton clothing company, which led to a number
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Smoked Glass, Wood
H 15.36 in W 40.16 in D 18.12 in
Pair of Tobia Scarpa Coronado Leather Sofas for B&B Italia, 1975
By Tobia Scarpa
Located in New York, NY
Maxalto, Molteni, Meritalia (the Libertà chair is exhibited in the Louvre) and Fabbian.
The duo was not
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Limited Edition Soriana Denim Armchair by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Cassina
By Tobia Scarpa, Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
comfort level of this upholstered chair in the most freeing sense of the word.
Materials:
Metal
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal
H 27.96 in W 37.41 in D 41.34 in
Afra & Tobia Scarpa Mid-Century Walnut Coffee Table for Cassina, Italy 1960s
By Gavina, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Roma, IT
1960s, the pair began an ongoing relationship with the Benetton clothing company, which led to a number
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Glass, Smoked Glass, Wood, Walnut
H 18.12 in W 40.95 in D 21.46 in
Sofa Soriana by Tobia Scarpa for Cassina
By Tobia Scarpa, Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
chair in the most freeing sense of the word.
Materials:
Metal
Fabric
Important information regarding
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
Italian Murano Glass Vase I Molati Series by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for VeArt
By VeArt, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Milan, Italy
, Stildomus, Veas); in their production of armchairs, chairs and sofas, the Coronado armchairs (1966) stand
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Vases
Materials
Murano Glass
Limited Edition Soriana Denim Armchair by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Cassina
By Tobia Scarpa, Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
comfort level of this upholstered chair in the most freeing sense of the word.
Materials:
Metal
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
H 27.96 in W 37.41 in D 41.34 in
Sofa Soriana by Tobia Scarpa for Cassina
By Tobia Scarpa, Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
upholstered chair in the most freeing sense of the word.
Materials:
Metal
Fabric
Measurements:
H
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal
Soriana Armchair by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Cassina
By Tobia Scarpa, Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
comfort level of this upholstered chair in the most freeing sense of the word.
BASE
Recyclable wooden
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal
Soriana Armchair by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Cassina
By Tobia Scarpa, Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
comfort level of this upholstered chair in the most freeing sense of the word.
BASE
Recyclable wooden
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal
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Benetton Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs
There is a range of benetton chairs for sale on 1stDibs. The range of distinct benetton chairs — often made from wood, metal and fabric — can elevate any home. Find 33 antique and vintage benetton chairs at 1stDibs now, or shop our selection of 14 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished furniture. Benetton chairs have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. mid-century modern benetton chairs are consistently popular styles. Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Cassina and Tobia Scarpa each produced beautiful benetton chairs that are worth considering.
How Much are Benetton Chairs?
Prices for benetton chairs start at $1,138 and top out at $54,183 with the average selling for $10,566.
A Close Look at mid-century-modern Furniture
Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three terms that well describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living.
ORIGINS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
- Emerged during the mid-20th century
- Informed by European modernism, Bauhaus, International style, Scandinavian modernism and Frank Lloyd Wright’s architecture
- A heyday of innovation in postwar America
- Experimentation with new ideas, new materials and new forms flourished in Scandinavia, Italy, the former Czechoslovakia and elsewhere in Europe
CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
- Simplicity, organic forms, clean lines
- A blend of neutral and bold Pop art colors
- Use of natural and man-made materials — alluring woods such as teak, rosewood and oak; steel, fiberglass and molded plywood
- Light-filled spaces with colorful upholstery
- Glass walls and an emphasis on the outdoors
- Promotion of functionality
MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW
- Charles and Ray Eames
- Eero Saarinen
- Milo Baughman
- Florence Knoll
- Harry Bertoia
- Isamu Noguchi
- George Nelson
- Danish modernists Hans Wegner and Arne Jacobsen, whose emphasis on natural materials and craftsmanship influenced American designers and vice versa
ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS
- Eames lounge chair
- Nelson daybed
- Florence Knoll sofa
- Egg chair
- Womb chair
- Noguchi coffee table
- Barcelona chair
VINTAGE MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS
The mid-century modern era saw leagues of postwar American architects and designers animated by new ideas and new technology. The lean, functionalist International-style architecture of Le Corbusier and Bauhaus eminences Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Walter Gropius had been promoted in the United States during the 1930s by Philip Johnson and others. New building techniques, such as “post-and-beam” construction, allowed the International-style schemes to be realized on a small scale in open-plan houses with long walls of glass.
Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century modern furniture designs. Charles and Ray Eames and Eero Saarinen, who had experimented extensively with molded plywood, eagerly embraced fiberglass for pieces such as the La Chaise and the Womb chair, respectively.
Architect, writer and designer George Nelson created with his team shades for the Bubble lamp using a new translucent polymer skin and, as design director at Herman Miller, recruited the Eameses, Alexander Girard and others for projects at the legendary Michigan furniture manufacturer.
Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi devised chairs and tables built of wire mesh and wire struts. Materials were repurposed too: The Danish-born designer Jens Risom created a line of chairs using surplus parachute straps for webbed seats and backrests.
The Risom lounge chair was among the first pieces of furniture commissioned and produced by celebrated manufacturer Knoll, a chief influencer in the rise of modern design in the United States, thanks to the work of Florence Knoll, the pioneering architect and designer who made the firm a leader in its field. The seating that Knoll created for office spaces — as well as pieces designed by Florence initially for commercial clients — soon became desirable for the home.
As the demand for casual, uncluttered furnishings grew, more mid-century furniture designers caught the spirit.
Classically oriented creators such as Edward Wormley, house designer for Dunbar Inc., offered such pieces as the sinuous Listen to Me chaise; the British expatriate T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings switched gears, creating items such as the tiered, biomorphic Mesa table. There were Young Turks such as Paul McCobb, who designed holistic groups of sleek, blond wood furniture, and Milo Baughman, who espoused a West Coast aesthetic in minimalist teak dining tables and lushly upholstered chairs and sofas with angular steel frames.
Generations turn over, and mid-century modern remains arguably the most popular style going. As the collection of vintage mid-century modern chairs, dressers, coffee tables and other furniture for the living room, dining room, bedroom and elsewhere on 1stDibs demonstrates, this period saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history.
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