$5,297 / set
1950's Pair of curved rattan tub chairs
By Bonacina
Located in Milano, IT
Pair of curved rattan tub chairs with iron frames. Bonacina Manufacture, Italy, ca. 1950. Perfect condition. 4 available.
Rattan
1950s Italian Swivel Tub Chairs in the Style of Marco Zanuso
By Marco Zanuso
Located in Wilton, CT
This unique pair of Italian swivel tub chairs, in the style of Marco Zauso, has been newly reupholstered in a plush dark blue velvet with mirror chrome vinyl over the bases.
Velvet
Italian mid-century modern chairs in wood and straw, 1950s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian mid-century modern chairs in wood and straw, 1950s Pair of tub chairs with straw seats.
Straw, Wood
Finnish Modern, Lounge Chairs, Beige Velvet, Wood, Finland, 1950s
Located in Stamford, CT
Finnish Mid-Century Modern, Lounge Chairs, Beige Velvet, Wood, Finnish, 1950s Pair of channel back tub chairs designed and produced in Finland in the middle of the 20th century.
Velvet, Wood
A Pair of Elegant Mid-Century Egg Chairs, circa 1950s
By P.I. Langlos Fabrikker AS Stranda
Located in Hønefoss, 30
A Pair of Elegant Mid-Century Egg Chairs, circa 1950s. Tub shaped lounge chairs upholstered in beautiful brown color, wood trim tracing the frame, raised on four tapered legs.
Fabric, Oak
Pair of French 1950s Upholstered Tub Chairs or Bergeres
Located in Long Island City, NY
Each white stained beech sabre legs.
1950's Tub Chairs
Located in New York, NY
Pair of 1950's Tub Chairs on Casters. Chair Frames refinished Chocolate Brown.
Wood, Upholstery
Pair of 1950s Scandinavian Modern Mahogany Tub Chairs
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Unusual pair of 1950s tub chairs, circa 1950. Shaped horseshoe top armrest, with shaped half moon mahogany veneered back.
Mahogany
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H 26 in W 29 in D 21 in
1950s Milo Baughman Attributed Swivel Tub Chairs in Ivory Boucle - Set of 2
By Milo Baughman
Located in Brooklyn, NY
These classic swivel chairs are attributed to designer Milo Baughman. Fully reupholstered in an Ivory Boucle, tufted buttons at the back seat and wood swivel base. These chairs are t...
Bouclé
Mid-Century Modern Leather Tub Chairs Attributed to Knoll
By Knoll
Located in Queens, NY
Attributed to Knoll, a pair of 1950's American tub back arm chairs upholstered in black leather with chrome legs.
Chrome
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H 31.11 in W 22.45 in D 20.48 in
Austrian midcentury Missoni fabric black wood Tub chairs by Joseph Hoffmann 1950
By Josef Hoffmann
Located in MIlano, IT
Austrian mid-century Missoni fabric black wood Tub chairs by Joseph Hoffmann, 1950s Pair of tub chairs with semi-round padded seat upholstered in Missoni fabric.
Fabric, Wood
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H 31.11 in W 22.45 in D 20.48 in
Austrian midcentury Missoni fabric black wood Tub chairs by Joseph Hoffmann 1950s
By Josef Hoffmann
Located in MIlano, IT
Austrian mid-century Missoni fabric black wood Tub chairs by Joseph Hoffmann, 1950s Pair of tub chairs with semi-round padded seat upholstered in Missoni fabric.
Fabric, Wood
Midcentury Swedish Leather Tub Chair, circa 1950s
Located in Gloucester, GB
Midcentury Swedish leather tub chair, circa 1950s - Quality cognac leather - Rosewood legs - Swedish, 1950s - Measures: 84cm wide x 80cm deep x 65cm tall - 40cm from floor to ...
Leather
Pair of 1950s Wrought Iron Woodard Garden Tub Chairs
Located in Tarrytown, NY
Pair of 1950s Woodard garden tub chairs. Chairs need painting.
Wrought Iron
Minimalist 1950s Pair of Blue tub chairs for kids in plywood
Located in Antwerp, BE
Mid-century modern Pair of kids chairs, circa 1950 Sky blue plywood frame. Measures: Ø 33.5 x H 46 x SH 27 cm.
Acrylic, Plywood
Pair of Mid Century Italian Tub Chairs with New Upholstery
Located in Troy, MI
Circa late 1940s / early 1950s pair of Italian tub chairs with curvy lines and new upholstery.
Upholstery, Wood
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H 31 in W 31.5 in D 24.5 in
Rare 1950s Woodard Wrought Iron & Mesh Tub Chairs Table, Aluminum Ball Finials
By Salterini, Woodard Furniture Co., Russell Woodard
Located in St. Louis, MO
Classic and Rare 1950s midcentury Palm Beach Style outdoor wrought iron and mesh patio / garden tub or lounge chairs and table set by Woodard Furniture Co.
Aluminum, Wrought Iron
Pair of 1950's Tub Chairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of mid-century modern tub chairs upholstered in white faux leather with sabre legs finished in white lacquer.
Mid-Century Tub Chairs
Located in New York, NY
Pair of 1950's tub chairs reupholstered in bone color chenille with vertical piping on the back panel.
Fabric, Wood
SWEDISH 1950s TUB OVERMAN LOUNGE CHAIRS
Located in Miami, FL
BLACK FAUX LEATHER UPHOLSTERY,ALUMINUM PEDESTAL BASE,CHAIRS SWIVEL.PRICED FOR PAIR.
Aluminum
Pair of French Tub Chairs
Located in New York, NY
Pair of 1950's French Upholstered "Tub" Chairs 30 W x 28 D x 34 H
A Rare 1950s Swivel Tub Shaped Lovechair with Original Fabric
Located in London, GB
A Rare 1950s Swivel Tub Shaped Lovechair with Original Fabric
Pair of 1950's bleached oak tub chairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of 1950's bleached oak tub chairs newly reupholstered in imported black patent leather with brass nailheads
Wood, Leather
A pair of 1950's Italian tub chairs
Located in London, GB
A vintage pair of tub chairs with shell backs and solid brass feet. 1950's Italian
Pair of Black Lacquered Upholstered Tub Chairs, 1950s
Located in London, GB
A Pair of Black Lacquered Upholstered Tub Chairs 1950s, Talisman Edition
Lacquer
A Pair of Italian Tub Chairs ca.1950s with Ebonised Frames
Located in London, GB
A Pair of Italian Tub Chairs ca.1950s with Ebonised Frames Reupholstered by Talisman
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H 29.14 in W 31.11 in D 29.53 in
Norwegian Red Fabric Velour and Teak Armchair Midcentury Tub Chair, 1950s
Located in London, GB
A beautiful Norwegian red fabric velour armchair, this would make a stylish addition to any living or work area. The chair has a curved backrest and sculptured wooden armrests for en...
Teak
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H 27.96 in W 31.5 in D 29.53 in
Norwegian Green Fabric Velour and Teak Armchair Midcentury Tub Chair, 1950s
Located in London, GB
A beautiful Norwegian green fabric velour armchair, this would make a stylish addition to any living or work area. The chair has a curved backrest and sculptured wooden armrests for ...
Fabric, Teak
Pair of Italian Armchairs
Located in New York, NY
F3E0190 An unusual pair of 1950's Italian scallop backed tub chairs, with elegant splayed brass legs in the manner of Ico Parisi.
Pair of Italian Armchairs
By Ico Parisi
Located in New York, NY
An unusual pair of 1950's Italian scallop backed tub chairs, with elegant splayed brass legs in the manner of Ico Parisi.
Rosso Glass Wall Mirror
By Specchi Veneziani
Located in Milan, IT
Crafted in the finest Murano tradition, this exquisite Venetian mirror is a true work of art. Assembled with crystal and gold elements, and adorned with red glass flowers, each piece...
Glass
$800Sale Price / item|47% Off
H 33.47 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in
Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, Model Razoblade, Denmark, Oak
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Set of striking dining chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, made of oak and honey coloured lambskin. Refreshing design with bold Baroque coming together nicely with Mid-Century Modernism. M...
Oak
$15,439 / item
H 32.68 in W 110.24 in D 40.56 in
Art Deco Sofa by Munna Design Studio with Velvet Upholstery
By Munna Design Studio
Located in New York, NY
This sofa features a wonderfully elegant fan-shaped motif, with its accentuated curvy lines with decadent and lavish finish. The feminine curves are ravishingly enhanced by the diffe...
Velvet
Pair of 70s Style Italian Bamboo and Brass Table Lamps
Located in New York, NY
Monumental size Bamboo lamps. Crafted in Italy and made to order, these lamps are modern and chic. Production lead time 2-4 weeks. Base diameter 8 inches, hat diameter 20 inches, he...
Brass
$2,800 / set
H 17.5 in W 10.5 in D 6.5 in
Pair of Art Deco Style Murano Smoked Glass Wall Sconces, Italy Contemporary
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of Art Deco style Murano smoked glass wall lights, contemporary Smoked / fume color and horizontal striation texture Black opaline finial and brass accents Art Deco inspired de...
Brass
Murano Sputnik Spherical Green Glass and Brass Chandelier
Located in Roma, Lazio
A fantastic emerald green sputnik, with a surprising design and for its very low height, which allows it to fit in both high and low ceilings. Very elegant, it will furnish and decor...
Brass
$7,950 / set
H 30.32 in W 26.78 in D 29.53 in
1940s Kozelka & Kropacek Armchairs in Texel Sheepskin & Brown Patinated Frame
By Jindřich Halabala, Karel Kozelka & Antonin Kropacek
Located in Almelo, NL
Mid-Century Czech design by Kozelka & Kropacek, reupholstered in luxurious Texel sheepskin with warm brown patinated bentwood frames. Comfort, craftsmanship, and timeless style. De...
Sheepskin, Upholstery, Bentwood
$15,303 / set
H 37.01 in W 19.69 in D 21.66 in
Scandinavian Modern Art Deco Lounge Chairs in Velvet Sweden 1940s
By OPE
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
A wonderful pair of wingback chairs made in Sweden during the 1940s. The shape and structure together with the wooden armrest give these chairs a sophisticated and modern look. To...
Velvet, Birch
$4,400 / set
H 27.96 in W 30.52 in D 27.56 in
Mid-20th Century, Pair of Danish Shell Lounge Chairs in Green Velvet, 1940s
By Flemming Lassen, Mogens Lassen, Viggo Boesen
Located in Odense, DK
A beautiful pair of vintage Danish modern shell lounge chairs. Their iconic curved, fluted backrests and armrests evoke the elegant form of a shell, while the dark wooden legs provid...
Fabric, Velvet, Wood
$42,000 / set
H 30.52 in W 41.74 in D 33.08 in
René Drouet Pair of Lounge Chairs in Olive Green Corduroy and Walnut
By René Drouet
Located in Waalwijk, NL
René Drouet, pair of lounge chairs, corduroy velvet, walnut, France, 1930s Designed by French decorator René Drouet, these club chairs are a quintessential example of French Art Dec...
Velvet, Walnut
$26,500
H 30.52 in W 21.66 in D 21.66 in
Paavo Tynell for Taito Oy 'Concerto' Chandelier in Brass and Beige Glass
By Taito Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Paavo Tynell for Taito Oy, chandelier from the 'Concerto' series, model '9029/4', brass, glass, Finland, 1948 This majestic chandelier is designed by the master in the fields of lig...
Brass
Federico Munari, Lounge Chairs, Walnut, Fabric, Italy, 1950s
By Federico Munari
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brown beige velvet fabric and walnut lounge chairs, designed by Federico Munari and produced by ISA Bergamo, Italy, 1950s. 14” seat height
Fabric, Walnut
Danish Designer, Curved Sofa, Wood, Fabric, Denmark, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A curved yellow fabric and wood sofa designed and produced in Denmark, c. 1940s.' Seat height: 15.75”
Fabric, Wood
Pair of Danish Cabinetmaker Sheepskin Lounge Chairs c1940s
Located in London, England
Danish Cabinetmaker - Pair of Sheepskin Lounge Chairs, c1940s A cabinetmaker produced pair of lounge chairs dating from c1940s in Denmark with wonderfully curved arms and thick, rou...
Sheepskin, Oak
Swedish Designer, Lounge Chairs, Velvet, Wood, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of beige velvet and wood lounge chairs designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s. Seat height: 15”
Velvet, Wood
$14,100 / set
H 35 in W 36 in D 31.5 in
Italian Modern, Honey Shearling, Stained Wood, Lounge Chairs, Italy, 1950s
By Federico Munari
Located in Stamford, CT
Federico Munari Style, Italian Mid-Century Modern, Lounge or Arm Chairs, Honey Sheepskin, 1950s Italian mid-century modern lounge chairs from the 1950s, newly upholstered in luxurio...
Sheepskin, Wood
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