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Oscar Niemeyer Alta chair & ottoman Mobilier International
Oscar Niemeyer Alta chair & ottoman Mobilier International

Oscar Niemeyer Alta chair & ottoman Mobilier International

$26,057

H 29.53 in W 29.53 in D 45.28 in

Oscar Niemeyer Alta chair & ottoman Mobilier International

By Oscar Niemeyer

Located in Padova, IT

Oscar Niemeyer Alta chair for Mobilier International, France. 1970s. Brushed steel structure joined

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Pair of Giovanni Offredi for Saporiti Leather Vela Alta Chairs
Pair of Giovanni Offredi for Saporiti Leather Vela Alta Chairs

Pair of Giovanni Offredi for Saporiti Leather Vela Alta Chairs

$3,320Sale Price|20% Off

H 33 in W 34.5 in D 35.5 in

Pair of Giovanni Offredi for Saporiti Leather Vela Alta Chairs

By Giovanni Offredi, Fratelli Saporiti

Located in Chicago, IL

Pair of organic shaped, cream leather lounge chairs by Giovanni Offredi for Saporiti. A classic

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Oscar Niemeyer “Alta” Chairs for Mobilier International, Black, 1971, Set of 2
Oscar Niemeyer “Alta” Chairs for Mobilier International, Black, 1971, Set of 2

Oscar Niemeyer “Alta” Chairs for Mobilier International, Black, 1971, Set of 2

By Oscar Niemeyer, Mobilier International

Located in Lonigo, Veneto

Oscar Niemeyer “Alta” easy chairs for Mobilier International, black leather and steel, France, 1971

Category

Vintage 1970s French Post-Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather

Bruta Alta Lounge Chair by Doimo Brasil
Bruta Alta Lounge Chair by Doimo Brasil

Bruta Alta Lounge Chair by Doimo Brasil

$2,107 / item

H 27.56 in W 29.14 in D 27.56 in

Bruta Alta Lounge Chair by Doimo Brasil

Located in Geneve, CH

Bruta Alta Lounge Chair by Doimo Brasil Dimensions: W 74 x D 87 x H 102 cm Materials: Metallic

Category

2010s Brazilian Post-Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

Oscar Niemeyer ‘Alta’ Lounge Chair & Ottoman
Oscar Niemeyer ‘Alta’ Lounge Chair & Ottoman

Oscar Niemeyer ‘Alta’ Lounge Chair & Ottoman

$23,451 / set

H 31.89 in W 31.5 in D 44.1 in

Oscar Niemeyer ‘Alta’ Lounge Chair & Ottoman

By Oscar Niemeyer

Located in Zagreb, HR

Anna Maria in 1971, the Alta's iconic silhouette requires no introduction for any design enthusiast

Category

Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

Oscar Niemeyer “Alta” Easy Chair for Mobilier International, 1971
Oscar Niemeyer “Alta” Easy Chair for Mobilier International, 1971

Oscar Niemeyer “Alta” Easy Chair for Mobilier International, 1971

By Oscar Niemeyer, Mobilier International

Located in Lonigo, Veneto

Oscar Niemeyer “Alta” easy chair for Mobilier International, cognac leather and steel, France, 1971

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Post-Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather

Oscar Niemeyer “Alta” Easy Chair for Mobilier International, Black Leather
Oscar Niemeyer “Alta” Easy Chair for Mobilier International, Black Leather

Oscar Niemeyer “Alta” Easy Chair for Mobilier International, Black Leather

By Mobilier International, Oscar Niemeyer

Located in Lonigo, Veneto

Oscar Niemeyer “Alta” easy chair for Mobilier International, black leather and steel, France, 1971

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Post-Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather

Black Leather Lounge chair and Ottoman Model 'Alta' by Oscar Niemeyer
Black Leather Lounge chair and Ottoman Model 'Alta' by Oscar Niemeyer

Black Leather Lounge chair and Ottoman Model 'Alta' by Oscar Niemeyer

By Oscar Niemeyer

Located in Brussels, BE

Mid-Century Black Leather Lounge chair and Ottoman Model 'Alta' by Oscar Niemeyer for Mobilier

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

Saporiti Italia Giovanni Offredi Vela Alta Lounge Chair + Ottoman 70s
Saporiti Italia Giovanni Offredi Vela Alta Lounge Chair + Ottoman 70s

Saporiti Italia Giovanni Offredi Vela Alta Lounge Chair + Ottoman 70s

$3,733Sale Price / set|20% Off

H 31.11 in W 34.65 in D 36.23 in

Saporiti Italia Giovanni Offredi Vela Alta Lounge Chair + Ottoman 70s

By Saporiti, Giovanni Offredi

Located in Basel, BS

all seams intact. The Vela Alta is a comfortable lounge chair. It comes with the matching P61 ottoman

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

Oscar Niemeyer “Alta” Easy Chairs for Mobilier International, 1971, Set of 2
Oscar Niemeyer “Alta” Easy Chairs for Mobilier International, 1971, Set of 2

Oscar Niemeyer “Alta” Easy Chairs for Mobilier International, 1971, Set of 2

By Oscar Niemeyer, Mobilier International

Located in Lonigo, Veneto

Oscar Niemeyer “Alta” easy chairs for Mobilier International, cognac leather and steel, France

Category

Vintage 1970s French Post-Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather

Vela Alta Lounge Chair & Ottoman by Giovanni Offredi for Saporiti, Italy, 1970s
Vela Alta Lounge Chair & Ottoman by Giovanni Offredi for Saporiti, Italy, 1970s

Vela Alta Lounge Chair & Ottoman by Giovanni Offredi for Saporiti, Italy, 1970s

By Giovanni Offredi

Located in DE KWAKEL, NL

An iconic Vela Alta lounge chair with matching ottoman, designed in the 1970s by Giovanni Offredi

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

Sérgio Rodrigues 'Stella Alta' Jacaranda Wood Lounge Chair Brazil 1965 Oca
Sérgio Rodrigues 'Stella Alta' Jacaranda Wood Lounge Chair Brazil 1965 Oca

Sérgio Rodrigues 'Stella Alta' Jacaranda Wood Lounge Chair Brazil 1965 Oca

$8,250Sale Price|25% Off

H 37.41 in W 29.14 in D 36.23 in

Sérgio Rodrigues 'Stella Alta' Jacaranda Wood Lounge Chair Brazil 1965 Oca

By Sergio Rodrigues

Located in Curitiba, PR

Rodrigues” (Lúcio Costa). His most famous work in the Sheriff's chair (1957), made in leather and wood

Category

Vintage 1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Hardwood

“Vela Alta”elements - limited edition (5 available)
“Vela Alta”elements - limited edition (5 available)

“Vela Alta”elements - limited edition (5 available)

$3,315 / item

H 27.56 in W 34.65 in D 34.65 in

“Vela Alta”elements - limited edition (5 available)

By Giovanni Offredi

Located in HAARLEM, NL

Sculptural comfort meets collectible design. The Vela Alta Elements are a rare offering — just

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

1970s Alta Lounge Chair Attributed to Oscar Niemeyer for Mobilier Intl of France
1970s Alta Lounge Chair Attributed to Oscar Niemeyer for Mobilier Intl of France

1970s Alta Lounge Chair Attributed to Oscar Niemeyer for Mobilier Intl of France

By Oscar Niemeyer, Mobilier International

Located in Philadelphia, PA

We present this 'Alta' lounge chair, featuring a curved brushed stainless steel frame, and a

Category

Vintage 1970s French Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

Oscar Niemeyer “Alta” Lounge Set for Mobilier International, 1971
Oscar Niemeyer “Alta” Lounge Set for Mobilier International, 1971

Oscar Niemeyer “Alta” Lounge Set for Mobilier International, 1971

By Oscar Niemeyer, Mobilier International

Located in Lonigo, Veneto

The "Alta" lounge chair, designed by Oscar Niemeyer in 1971 in collaboration with his daughter Anna

Category

Vintage 1970s French Post-Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather

Oscar Niemeyer “Alta” Lounge Set for Mobilier International, 1971
Oscar Niemeyer “Alta” Lounge Set for Mobilier International, 1971

Oscar Niemeyer “Alta” Lounge Set for Mobilier International, 1971

By Oscar Niemeyer, Mobilier International

Located in Lonigo, Veneto

, France, 1971. The "Alta" lounge chair, designed by Oscar Niemeyer in 1971 in collaboration with his

Category

Vintage 1970s French Post-Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather

Oscar Niemeyer “Alta” Lounge Set for Mobilier International, 1971, Set of 2
Oscar Niemeyer “Alta” Lounge Set for Mobilier International, 1971, Set of 2

Oscar Niemeyer “Alta” Lounge Set for Mobilier International, 1971, Set of 2

By Oscar Niemeyer, Mobilier International

Located in Lonigo, Veneto

, France, 1971, set of two. The "Alta" lounge chair, designed by Oscar Niemeyer in 1971 in collaboration

Category

Vintage 1970s French Post-Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather

Vintage Vela Alta set in original leather by Giovanni Offredi for Saporiti.
Vintage Vela Alta set in original leather by Giovanni Offredi for Saporiti.

Vintage Vela Alta set in original leather by Giovanni Offredi for Saporiti.

By Saporiti

Located in Buggenhout, Oost-Vlaanderen

Nice vintage pair of organic shaped Vela Alta lounge chairs in leather. Signed! Designed by

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs

Materials

Leather

Large Italian Modern 'Vela Alta' Lounge Chair by Giovanni Offredi for Saporiti
Large Italian Modern 'Vela Alta' Lounge Chair by Giovanni Offredi for Saporiti

Large Italian Modern 'Vela Alta' Lounge Chair by Giovanni Offredi for Saporiti

By Giovanni Offredi, Fratelli Saporiti

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Vintage Italian Modernist Vela Alta ("Tall Sail") lounge chair designed in the 1970s by Giovanni

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Romeo Sozzi x Promemoria "Aziza Alta" Armchairs, 2
Romeo Sozzi x Promemoria "Aziza Alta" Armchairs, 2

Romeo Sozzi x Promemoria "Aziza Alta" Armchairs, 2

$2,350Sale Price / set|27% Off

H 36.5 in W 29 in D 25 in

Romeo Sozzi x Promemoria "Aziza Alta" Armchairs, 2

By Promemoria

Located in Astoria, NY

Pair of Romeo Sozzi for Promemoria "Aziza Alta" Arm Chairs, each upholstered in beige on circular

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Oscar Niemeyer, Single armchair "Alta", France, 1974
Oscar Niemeyer, Single armchair "Alta", France, 1974

Oscar Niemeyer, Single armchair "Alta", France, 1974

$45,468

H 22.25 in W 40.95 in D 27.01 in

Oscar Niemeyer, Single armchair "Alta", France, 1974

By Oscar Niemeyer

Located in Barcelona, ES

Oscar Niemeyer (1907-2012) Single armchair model “Alta” Manufactured by Mobilier international

Category

Vintage 1970s French Armchairs

Materials

Steel

Recent Sales

Alta Chair and Ottoman by Oscar Niemeyer
Alta Chair and Ottoman by Oscar Niemeyer

Alta Chair and Ottoman by Oscar Niemeyer

Unavailable

H 27.56 in W 40.95 in D 29.53 in

Alta Chair and Ottoman by Oscar Niemeyer

Located in Sao Paulo, Brazil

Amazing, comfortable and exquisite vintage Alta chair with ottoman by reputed, modernist Brazilian

Category

Vintage 1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Vela Alta Chair by Giovanni Offredi for Saporiti
Vela Alta Chair by Giovanni Offredi for Saporiti

Vela Alta Chair by Giovanni Offredi for Saporiti

Unavailable

H 37 in W 39 in D 39 in

Vela Alta Chair by Giovanni Offredi for Saporiti

By Giovanni Offredi, Saporiti

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A Vela Alta chair by Giovanni Offredi for Saporiti. Leather is in a wonderful condition showing

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather

Mario Ceroli, Chair 'Sedia Alta', Mid-Century Modern, Signed, Mobili nella Valle
Mario Ceroli, Chair 'Sedia Alta', Mid-Century Modern, Signed, Mobili nella Valle

Mario Ceroli, Chair 'Sedia Alta', Mid-Century Modern, Signed, Mobili nella Valle

By Mario Ceroli, Poltronova

Located in Montecatini Terme, Toscana

Mario Ceroli Chair mod. Sedia Alta, Manufactured by Poltronova, Italy, 1972 Russian pine wood

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Wood

Sedia Alta Chiavarina Attribuita a Gio Ponti Italia 1950
Sedia Alta Chiavarina Attribuita a Gio Ponti Italia 1950

Sedia Alta Chiavarina Attribuita a Gio Ponti Italia 1950

Unavailable

H 47.25 in W 18.12 in D 18.12 in

Sedia Alta Chiavarina Attribuita a Gio Ponti Italia 1950

By Gio Ponti

Located in Lucca, IT

Sedia alta Modello Chiavarina attribuita a Gio Ponti Italia 1950 .Tessuto originale con fiori

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Beech

Giovanni Offredi Italian Cognac Leather Lounge Chair with Footstool for Saporiti
Giovanni Offredi Italian Cognac Leather Lounge Chair with Footstool for Saporiti

Giovanni Offredi Italian Cognac Leather Lounge Chair with Footstool for Saporiti

By Saporiti, Giovanni Offredi

Located in Firenze, IT

This 'Vela Alta' lounge chair complete with footstool was designed by Giovanni Offredi in the 1970s

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Sedia Alta Chair in Fir Wood by Mario Ceroli for Poltronova, Italy 1972
Sedia Alta Chair in Fir Wood by Mario Ceroli for Poltronova, Italy 1972

Sedia Alta Chair in Fir Wood by Mario Ceroli for Poltronova, Italy 1972

By Mario Ceroli

Located in Chicago, IL

An Italian Sedia Alta chair designed by Mario Ceroli for Poltronova in 1972. This sculptural chair

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Side Chairs

Materials

Wood

Alta Chair and Ottoman by Oscar Niemeyer, White Leather
Alta Chair and Ottoman by Oscar Niemeyer, White Leather

Alta Chair and Ottoman by Oscar Niemeyer, White Leather

By Oscar Niemeyer, Mobilier International

Located in Brussels, BE

Iconic lounge chair and ottoman designed by Oscar Niemeyer for Mobilier International in the 1970s

Category

20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

Sedia Alta Fir Wood Chair by Mario Ceroli for Poltronova, Italy 1972
Sedia Alta Fir Wood Chair by Mario Ceroli for Poltronova, Italy 1972

Sedia Alta Fir Wood Chair by Mario Ceroli for Poltronova, Italy 1972

By Mario Ceroli

Located in Chicago, IL

An Italian Sedia Alta chair designed by Mario Ceroli for Poltronova in 1972. This sculptural chair

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Wood

Mid-Century Modern Set of Dining Table with Chairs by Sergio Rodrigues, Brazil
Mid-Century Modern Set of Dining Table with Chairs by Sergio Rodrigues, Brazil

Mid-Century Modern Set of Dining Table with Chairs by Sergio Rodrigues, Brazil

By Sergio Rodrigues

Located in Deerfield Beach, FL

This set comprises 1 (one) "Redig" dining table and 12 (twelve) "Cantu Alta" chairs. It is a fine

Category

Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Hardwood

Mario Ceroli, Chair 'Sedia Alta', 1972
Mario Ceroli, Chair 'Sedia Alta', 1972

Mario Ceroli, Chair 'Sedia Alta', 1972

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H 76 in W 22 in D 20 in

Mario Ceroli, Chair 'Sedia Alta', 1972

By Mario Ceroli

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The Vintage Mid Century Italian Mario Ceroli Chair, 'Sedia Alta,' from 1972, is a unique

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Pine

Oscar Niemeyer White "Alta" Lounge Chair
Oscar Niemeyer White "Alta" Lounge Chair

Oscar Niemeyer White "Alta" Lounge Chair

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H 28.15 in W 28.35 in D 41.34 in

Oscar Niemeyer White "Alta" Lounge Chair

By Oscar Niemeyer

Located in Tokyo, Tokyo

White "Alta" lounge chair designed by Oscar Niemeyer. White leather upholstery and steel. This

Category

Vintage 1970s Brazilian Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

Alta Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Oscar Niemeyer
Alta Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Oscar Niemeyer

Alta Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Oscar Niemeyer

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H 32.68 in W 29.14 in D 41.34 in

Alta Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Oscar Niemeyer

By Oscar Niemeyer

Located in Culver City, CA

The Alta lounge chair was the first piece of furniture designed by renowned architect Oscar

Category

Vintage 1970s Chairs

Materials

Metal

Oscar Niemeyer Chair and Ottoman Model Alta, circa 1970
Oscar Niemeyer Chair and Ottoman Model Alta, circa 1970

Oscar Niemeyer Chair and Ottoman Model Alta, circa 1970

By Oscar Niemeyer

Located in Brussels, BE

Oscar Niemeyer chair and ottoman Model Alta, circa 1970.

Category

Vintage 1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather

Giovanni Offredi for Saporiti Pair of Vela Alta Lounge Chairs, 1970s
Giovanni Offredi for Saporiti Pair of Vela Alta Lounge Chairs, 1970s

Giovanni Offredi for Saporiti Pair of Vela Alta Lounge Chairs, 1970s

By Saporiti, Giovanni Offredi

Located in Milan, IT

This pair of 'Vela Alta' lounge chairs was designed by Giovanni Offredi in the 1970s and produced

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

Mid-Century Lounge Chair Model 'Alta' by Oscar Niemeyer, 1970s
Mid-Century Lounge Chair Model 'Alta' by Oscar Niemeyer, 1970s

Mid-Century Lounge Chair Model 'Alta' by Oscar Niemeyer, 1970s

By Oscar Niemeyer

Located in Brussels, BE

Mid-century black leather lounge chair and ottoman model 'Alta' by Oscar Niemeyer for Mobilier

Category

Vintage 1970s Brazilian Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather

"Alta" Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Oscar Niemeyer for Mobilier International
"Alta" Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Oscar Niemeyer for Mobilier International

"Alta" Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Oscar Niemeyer for Mobilier International

By Oscar Niemeyer

Located in Brussels, BE

Mid-Century Lounge Chair and Ottoman Model 'Alta' by Oscar Niemeyer for Mobilier International

Category

Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

Mid-Century Lounge Chair and Ottoman Model 'Alta' by Oscar Niemeyer
Mid-Century Lounge Chair and Ottoman Model 'Alta' by Oscar Niemeyer

Mid-Century Lounge Chair and Ottoman Model 'Alta' by Oscar Niemeyer

By Oscar Niemeyer

Located in Brussels, BE

Mid-Century Lounge Chair and Ottoman Model 'Alta' by Oscar Niemeyer for Mobilier International

Category

Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric

Set of 12 Mid-Century Modern Cantu Alta "Tall Chairs" by Sergio Rodrigues, 1950s
Set of 12 Mid-Century Modern Cantu Alta "Tall Chairs" by Sergio Rodrigues, 1950s

Set of 12 Mid-Century Modern Cantu Alta "Tall Chairs" by Sergio Rodrigues, 1950s

By Sergio Rodrigues

Located in Deerfield Beach, FL

Mid-Century Modern Cantu Alta "tall chairs" by Brazilian Designer Sergio Rodrigues, 1950s (Set of

Category

Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Fabric, Hardwood

'Alta' Lounge Chair & Ottoman by Oscar Niemeyer for Mobilier Intl, 1970s, Signed
'Alta' Lounge Chair & Ottoman by Oscar Niemeyer for Mobilier Intl, 1970s, Signed

'Alta' Lounge Chair & Ottoman by Oscar Niemeyer for Mobilier Intl, 1970s, Signed

By Mobilier International, Oscar Niemeyer

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This beautiful 'Alta' fireside lounge chair and ottoman by Oscar Niemeyer for Mobilier

Category

Vintage 1970s French Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Fratina Chair by Mario Ceroli for Mobile Della Valle
Fratina Chair by Mario Ceroli for Mobile Della Valle

Fratina Chair by Mario Ceroli for Mobile Della Valle

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H 76.01 in W 14.01 in D 16.01 in

Fratina Chair by Mario Ceroli for Mobile Della Valle

By Mario Ceroli

Located in Byron Bay, NSW

Sedia Alta (High Chair) is exhibited at the Museum of Fine Arts in Rome and in the hall in front of the

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Wood

Midcentury Lane Altavista Alta Vista Dining Set Table and Six Matching Chairs
Midcentury Lane Altavista Alta Vista Dining Set Table and Six Matching Chairs

Midcentury Lane Altavista Alta Vista Dining Set Table and Six Matching Chairs

By Lane Furniture

Located in West Hartford, CT

This beautiful American walnut dining set includes a large dining table with six matching chairs

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Sets

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Giovanni Offredi for Saporiti "Vela Alta" Archair with Ottoman, Italy, 1970s
Giovanni Offredi for Saporiti "Vela Alta" Archair with Ottoman, Italy, 1970s

Giovanni Offredi for Saporiti "Vela Alta" Archair with Ottoman, Italy, 1970s

By Saporiti, Giovanni Offredi

Located in Naples, IT

This 'Vela Alta' lounge chair complete with footrest was designed by Giovanni Offredi in the 1970s

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Metal

Space Armchairs FD133, Finn Juhl 1954
Space Armchairs FD133, Finn Juhl 1954

Space Armchairs FD133, Finn Juhl 1954

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H 30.71 in W 29.14 in D 27.17 in

Space Armchairs FD133, Finn Juhl 1954

By Finn Juhl

Located in Milano, Lombardia

scandinavo, unendo forme innovative e materiali di alta qualità. Le Poltrone Space Chair FD133 si distinguono

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Black Ribbon Chair by Franca Stagi for Bernini, 1961
Black Ribbon Chair by Franca Stagi for Bernini, 1961

Black Ribbon Chair by Franca Stagi for Bernini, 1961

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H 25.6 in W 39.38 in D 27.17 in

Black Ribbon Chair by Franca Stagi for Bernini, 1961

By Cesare Leonardi and Franca Stagi, Bernini

Located in Antwerp, BE

purity. A great alternative for the Alta lounge chair by Oscar Niemayer.  

Category

Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Chrome

Oscar Niemeyer Pair of Armchairs Model “on”, for SESC Hotel, Brazil, 1990
Oscar Niemeyer Pair of Armchairs Model “on”, for SESC Hotel, Brazil, 1990

Oscar Niemeyer Pair of Armchairs Model “on”, for SESC Hotel, Brazil, 1990

By Oscar Niemeyer

Located in Barcelona, ES

“the Alta easy chair” and its footrest, but the most famous piece designed by Oscar and Ana is the “Rio

Category

20th Century Brazilian Armchairs

Materials

Wood

Oscar Niemeyer "Alta" Chair & Ottoman
Oscar Niemeyer "Alta" Chair & Ottoman

Oscar Niemeyer "Alta" Chair & Ottoman

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H 25.6 in W 29.53 in D 43.31 in

Oscar Niemeyer "Alta" Chair & Ottoman

By Oscar Niemeyer

Located in Padova, IT

Oascar Niemeyer Alta chair & ottoman in black leather for Mobilier International, France. Low seat

Category

Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

Oscar Niemeyer Alta chair & ottoman Mobilier International
Oscar Niemeyer Alta chair & ottoman Mobilier International

Oscar Niemeyer Alta chair & ottoman Mobilier International

By Oscar Niemeyer

Located in Padova, IT

Oscar Niemeyer Alta chair for Mobilier International, France. 1970s. Brushed steel structure joined

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Oscar Niemeyer Alta chair & ottoman Mobilier International
Oscar Niemeyer Alta chair & ottoman Mobilier International

Oscar Niemeyer Alta chair & ottoman Mobilier International

By Oscar Niemeyer

Located in Padova, IT

Oscar Niemeyer Alta chair for Mobilier International, France. 1970s. Brushed steel structure joined

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Alta Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Oscar Niemeyer
Alta Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Oscar Niemeyer

Alta Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Oscar Niemeyer

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H 32.29 in W 31.5 in D 44.1 in

Alta Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Oscar Niemeyer

By Oscar Niemeyer, Mobilier International

Located in Madrid, ES

Iconic 'Alta' lounge chair with ottoman designed by Brazilian architect Oscar Niemeyer and

Category

Late 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

White Leather Alta Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Oscar Niemeyer
White Leather Alta Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Oscar Niemeyer

White Leather Alta Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Oscar Niemeyer

By Mobilier International, Oscar Niemeyer

Located in Madrid, ES

Iconic 'Alta' lounge chair with ottoman designed by Brazilian architect Oscar Niemeyer and

Category

Late 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

Mid-Century Black Leather Lounge chair Model 'Alta' by Oscar Niemeyer
Mid-Century Black Leather Lounge chair Model 'Alta' by Oscar Niemeyer

Mid-Century Black Leather Lounge chair Model 'Alta' by Oscar Niemeyer

By Oscar Niemeyer

Located in Brussels, BE

Mid-Century black leather Lounge chair Model 'Alta' by Oscar Niemeyer for Mobilier International

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

"Alta" Lounge chair and Ottoman by Oscar Niemeyer for Mobilier International
"Alta" Lounge chair and Ottoman by Oscar Niemeyer for Mobilier International

"Alta" Lounge chair and Ottoman by Oscar Niemeyer for Mobilier International

By Oscar Niemeyer

Located in Brussels, BE

Mid-Century Black Leather Lounge chair and Ottoman Model 'Alta' by Oscar Niemeyer for Mobilier

Category

Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

Six Mid-Century Modern Lane Alta Vista Dining Chairs Original Stripe Upholstery
Six Mid-Century Modern Lane Alta Vista Dining Chairs Original Stripe Upholstery

Six Mid-Century Modern Lane Alta Vista Dining Chairs Original Stripe Upholstery

By Lane Furniture

Located in Topeka, KS

Handsome set of six Lane Alta Vista Mid-Century Modern dining chairs in their original striped

Category

Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Set of Four Mid Century Dining Chairs by Paul McCobb for Lane Alta Vista
Set of Four Mid Century Dining Chairs by Paul McCobb for Lane Alta Vista

Set of Four Mid Century Dining Chairs by Paul McCobb for Lane Alta Vista

By Lane Furniture, Paul McCobb

Located in New York, NY

Voguish set of four chrome, black, and caned dining chairs designed by Paul McCobb for Lane Alta

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Retrofuturism "Alta" Model Lounge Chair Desgined by Oscar Niemeyer
Retrofuturism "Alta" Model Lounge Chair Desgined by Oscar Niemeyer

Retrofuturism "Alta" Model Lounge Chair Desgined by Oscar Niemeyer

By Mobilier International, Oscar Niemeyer

Located in Madrid, ES

"Alta" model lounge chair designed by Oscar Niemeyer in collaboration with Anna Maria Niemeyer and

Category

Vintage 1970s French Futurist Chaise Longues

Materials

Leather

Oscar Niemeyer Armchair and Ottoman Model "Alta", circa 1975
Oscar Niemeyer Armchair and Ottoman Model "Alta", circa 1975

Oscar Niemeyer Armchair and Ottoman Model "Alta", circa 1975

By Oscar Niemeyer

Located in Saint-Didier, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur

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Materials

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Oscar Niemeyer Armchair and Ottoman Model "Alta", circa 1975
Oscar Niemeyer Armchair and Ottoman Model "Alta", circa 1975

Oscar Niemeyer Armchair and Ottoman Model "Alta", circa 1975

By Oscar Niemeyer

Located in Saint-Didier, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur

Oscar Niemeyer armchair and ottoman model "Alta", circa 1975 Rare fireside chairs and its

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Oscar Niemeyer Ebonized Ash, Leather "Rio" Chaise Longue Manufactured by Fasem

Oscar Niemeyer Ebonized Ash, Leather "Rio" Chaise Longue Manufactured by Fasem

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Alta Chair and Ottoman by Oscar Niemeyer

Alta Chair and Ottoman by Oscar Niemeyer

By Oscar Niemeyer

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Alta Chair + Ottoman by Oscar Niemeyer
Alta Chair + Ottoman by Oscar Niemeyer

Alta Chair + Ottoman by Oscar Niemeyer

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Alta Chair + Ottoman by Oscar Niemeyer

By Oscar Niemeyer

Located in Zug, CH

Maria, the Poltrona Alta is an icon of Brazilian modernist furniture design. The perfect curve from the

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Rare set of 6 #Cubist inspired #dining Z#chairs, 2 armchairs 4 side chairs, with fabulous detail at

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few months before his father. The first piece designed by the team was the Alta easy chair and its

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Alta Chair by Oscar Niemeyer

Alta Chair by Oscar Niemeyer

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By Oscar Niemeyer

Located in New York, NY

Beautiful Alta Chair Great Vintage Condition Original Vintage Chair by Oscar Niemeyer

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Re-Issue Prototype of the Oscar Niemeyer "Alta Chair"

By Oscar Niemeyer

Located in North Hollywood, CA

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Alta Chair and Ottoman by Oscar Niemeyer
Alta Chair and Ottoman by Oscar Niemeyer

Alta Chair and Ottoman by Oscar Niemeyer

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Alta Chair and Ottoman by Oscar Niemeyer

By Oscar Niemeyer

Located in New York, NY

Niemeyer in 1971, the Alta armchair and ottoman are exemplary of Niemeyer’s exquisite curves and sinuous

Category

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Oscar Niemeyer Alta Chair and Ottoman, in Woolen Black, circa 1974

By Oscar Niemeyer

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Oscar Niemeyer, Rio de Janeiro, 1907-2012. High armchair with footrest. Version with low seat in satin stainless steel, fabric and Bakelite knobs, 1974. With 'Mobilier International'...

Category

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Materials

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A Rosewood and red leather Sergio Rodrigues "Poltrono Kiko Alta" desk chair or armchair with

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Oscar Niemeyer Armchair and Ottoman Model "Alta", circa 1975

Oscar Niemeyer Armchair and Ottoman Model "Alta", circa 1975

By Oscar Niemeyer

Located in Saint ouen, FR

Oscar Niemeyer armchair and ottoman model "Alta", circa 1975 Rare fireside chairs and its

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Oscar Niemeyer Armchair and Ottoman Model "Alta" - Circa 1974

Oscar Niemeyer Armchair and Ottoman Model "Alta" - Circa 1974

By Oscar Niemeyer

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Alta Chair For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the alta chair you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Each alta chair for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, animal skin and leather. There are 13 variations of the antique or vintage alta chair you’re looking for, while we also have 3 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. Your living room may not be complete without a alta chair — find older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. A alta chair, designed in the Mid-Century Modern or Modern style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. You’ll likely find more than one alta chair that is appealing in its simplicity, but Oscar Niemeyer, Dietiker and Mobilier International produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Alta Chair?

The average selling price for a alta chair at 1stDibs is $2,995, while they’re typically $299 on the low end and $40,000 for the highest priced.

Finding the Right Seating for You

With entire areas of our homes reserved for “sitting rooms,” the value of quality antique and vintage seating cannot be overstated.

Fortunately, the design of side chairs, armchairs and other lounge furniture — since what were, quite literally, the early perches of our ancestors — has evolved considerably.

Among the earliest standard seating furniture were stools. Egyptian stools, for example, designed for one person with no seat back, were x-shaped and typically folded to be tucked away. These rudimentary chairs informed the design of Greek and Roman stools, all of which were a long way from Sori Yanagi's Butterfly stool or Alvar Aalto's Stool 60. In the 18th century and earlier, seats with backs and armrests were largely reserved for high nobility.

The seating of today is more inclusive but the style and placement of chairs can still make a statement. Antique desk chairs and armchairs designed in the style of Louis XV, which eventually included painted furniture and were often made of rare woods, feature prominently curved legs as well as Chinese themes and varied ornaments. Much like the thrones of fairy tales and the regency, elegant lounges crafted in the Louis XV style convey wealth and prestige. In the kitchen, the dining chair placed at the head of the table is typically reserved for the head of the household or a revered guest.

Of course, with luxurious vintage or antique furnishings, every chair can seem like the best seat in the house. Whether your preference is stretching out on a plush sofa, such as the Serpentine, designed by Vladimir Kagan, or cozying up in a vintage wingback chair, there is likely to be a comfy classic or contemporary gem for you on 1stDibs.

With respect to the latest obsessions in design, cane seating has been cropping up everywhere, from sleek armchairs to lounge chairs, while bouclé fabric, a staple of modern furniture design, can be seen in mid-century modern, Scandinavian modern and Hollywood Regency furniture styles.

Admirers of the sophisticated craftsmanship and dark woods frequently associated with mid-century modern seating can find timeless furnishings in our expansive collection of lounge chairs, dining chairs and other items — whether they’re vintage editions or alluring official reproductions of iconic designs from the likes of Hans Wegner or from Charles and Ray Eames. Shop our inventory of Egg chairs, designed in 1958 by Arne Jacobsen, the Florence Knoll lounge chair and more.

No matter your style, the collection of unique chairs, sofas and other seating on 1stDibs is surely worthy of a standing ovation.