Claudio Salocchi “Oriolo” Smoke Glass Coffee Table for Sormani
By Sormani, Claudio Salocchi
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Materials: Walnut Wood, New Smoke Glass _________________________________ Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this...
Glass, Walnut, Wood
"Oriolo" Coffee Table by Claudio Salocchi for Sormani, 1960s
By Claudio Salocchi, Sormani
Located in Roma, IT
This Oriolo Coffee Table for Sormani was realized around 1960s by the Italian designer Claudio Salocchi ( 1934-2012).
Wood
Mid-Century Two Seater Sofa Oriolo by Claudio Salocchi for Sormani Wood
By Claudio Salocchi
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Two Seater Sofa Oriolo by Claudio Salocchi for Sormani Wood and Green Fabric - Italy 1960s Claudio Salocchi (born Milan, 1934–2012) was an Italian industrial and furnitu...
Fabric, Wood
Oriolo armchair by Claudio Salocchi for Sormani 1960
By Luigi Sormani, Claudio Salocchi
Located in Ravenna, IT
Armchair designed in 1960 for Sormani by Claudio Salocchi. The white lacquered wood frame is composed of rigid, geometric lines, contrasting with the comfortable, soft dark green lea...
Leather, Wood
Stunning vintage Oriolo Sofa in leather by Claudio Salocchi for Sormani 1960s
Located in Buggenhout, Oost-Vlaanderen
Oriolo Sofa by Claudio Salocchi for Sormani, Italy 1960s Original Light Grey Leather, Aged to a Soft Cream Tone, on a Rosewood Veneer Architectural Frame The Oriolo sofa, designed b...
Leather
Unavailable
H 27.56 in W 54.73 in D 33.47 in
Claudio Salocchi "Oriolo" Set in Black Leather, 1968, for Sormani
By Claudio Salocchi
Located in Pollenza, IT
the Claudio Salocchi set is composed by a sofa and two armchairs. All the coatings are original black leather. the yellow lacquering is probably recent-factured.
Claudio Salocchi Rosewood and Leather "Oriolo" Sofa
By Sormani, Claudio Salocchi
Located in New York, NY
Claudio Salocchi, floating T-back Rosewood and Leather Oriolo Sofa/Loveseat for Sormani, Italy 1968.
Leather
Oriolo Rosewood Coffee Table by Claudio Salocchi, Italy, 1960s
By Claudio Salocchi
Located in Renens, CH
This Oriolo coffee table for Sormani was made in the 1960s by the Italian designer Claudio Salocchi, (1934-2012).
Rosewood
Oriolo sofa by Claudio Salocchi for Sormani, circa 1965
By Claudio Salocchi
Located in VILLEURBANNE, FR
The Oriolo sofa, designed by Claudio Salocchi, is an iconic piece of Italian design furniture.
Faux Leather, Wood
Divano Mod. Oriolo di Claudio Salocchi per Sormani
By Claudio Sormani, Claudio Salocchi
Located in Ghedi, IT
Claudio Salocchi, architetto e designer italiano tra i più innovativi degli anni ’70, ha creato per l’azienda Sormani il modello Oriolo, una serie di sedute che rappresenta l’apice d...
Leather
Pair of Oriolo Armchairs by Claudio Salocchi for Sormani, 1960s
By Claudio Salocchi
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Pair of Oriolo Armchairs by Claudio Salocchi for Sormani Wood and White Fabric - Italy 1960s
Fabric, Wood
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H 16.54 in W 32.68 in D 32.68 in
"Oriolo" Coffee Table for Sormani by Claudio Salocchi, Italy, 1960s
By Claudio Salocchi
Located in Roma, IT
This Oriolo coffee table for Sormani was realized circa 1960s by the Italian designer Claudio Salocchi, (1934-2012).
Glass, Rosewood
Claudio Salocchi Sofa for Sormani, Model Oriolo, 1966
By Sormani, Claudio Salocchi
Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Oriolo sofa designed by Claudio Salocchi for Sormani.
Leather, Rosewood
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H 27.17 in W 33.27 in D 34.65 in
Claudio Salocchi Pair of ''Oriolo'' Lounge Chairs, Sormani, Italy 1963
By Claudio Salocchi
Located in bergen op zoom, NL
Stunning pair of Oriolo lounge chairs in original black leather and red lacquered wood designed by Claudio Salocchi in 1963 for Sormanio,Arosio,Italy..
Wood, Leather
Mid-Century Modern Oriolo Lounge Set by Claudio Salocchi for Sormani
By Claudio Salocchi
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-Century Modern Oriolo lounge set by Claudio Salocchi for Sormani is a great set for any living room, office space, hotel lobby and so on.
Fabric, Plastic, Wood
Oriolo 3-seater sofa by Claudio Salocchi for Sormani, 1960s
By Sormani, Claudio Salocchi
Located in amstelveen, NL
The Oriolo three-seater sofa was designed by Claudio Salocchi and is an iconic piece of Italian design.
Chenille
Sold
H 25.6 in W 76.78 in D 33.86 in
Mid-Century Sofa Oriolo by Claudio Salocchi for Sormani, Wood and White Fabric
By Claudio Salocchi
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Sofa Oriolo by Claudio Salocchi for Sormani Wood and White Fabric - Italy 1960s
Fabric, Wood
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H 26.78 in W 76.38 in D 34.26 in L 26.78 in
Mid-Century Sofa Oriolo by Claudio Salocchi for Sormani Wood and White Fabric
By Claudio Salocchi
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Sofa Oriolo by Claudio Salocchi for Sormani Wood and White Fabric - Italy 1960s - New Upholstery
Fabric, Wood
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H 27.56 in W 76.38 in D 32.68 in
Mid-Century Sofa Oriolo by Claudio Salocchi for Sormani Wood and Green Fabric
By Claudio Salocchi
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Sofa Oriolo by Claudio Salocchi for Sormani Wood and Green Fabric - Italy 1960s Claudio Salocchi was an Italian architect and designer, born in Milan in 1934, active abo...
Fabric, Wood
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H 26.78 in W 33.47 in D 33.47 in
Pair of Oriolo Armchairs by Claudio Salocchi for Sormani, Italy, 1966
By Sormani, Claudio Salocchi
Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Pair Oriolo armchairs designed by Claudio Salocchi for Sormani.
Leather, Rosewood
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H 29 in W 76.5 in D 32 in
‘Oriolo’ Leather + Rosewood Sofa by Claudio Salocchi for Sormani, Italy 1960s
By Sormani, Claudio Salocchi
Located in Chicago, IL
A 1960s Italian ‘Oriolo’ sofa designed by Claudio Salocchi for Sormani in the 1960s.
Leather, Rosewood
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H 26.38 in W 33.47 in D 31.89 in
Pair of Vintage "Oriolo" Lounge Chairs by Claudio Salocchi, 1960s
By Luigi Sormani, Claudio Salocchi
Located in Roma, IT
Vintage 1960s original "Oriolo" lounge chairs designed by Claudio Salocchi for Sormani (Luigi Sormani, producer) in white/cream wood and brown leather.
Leather, Wood
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H 16.75 in W 32 in D 32 in
Mid-Century Italian Modern “Oriolo” Smoke Glass Coffee Table by Claudio Salocchi
By Claudio Salocchi
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition: Original Vintage Condition Manufacturer: Sormani Named Oriolo, this striking coffee table was designed by Claudio Salocchi for Sormani in the 1960s and is a standout exam...
Smoked Glass, Walnut
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H 29.53 in W 76.78 in D 35.44 in
'Oriolo' Three-Seat Sofa by Salocchi for Sormani Vintage, Italy, 1960s
By Sormani, Claudio Salocchi
Located in Milano, IT
A three-seat sofa designed by Claudio Salocchi, 'Oriolo' model. Rosewood veneer, foam padding and fabric upholstery.
Fabric, Foam, Rosewood
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H 29.14 in W 76.38 in D 34.65 in
Claudio Salocchi Three-Seater Oriolo Sofa for Sormani, Italy 1960s
By Sormani, Claudio Salocchi
Located in Hellouw, NL
Impressive three-seater oriolo sofa by Claudio Salocchi for Sormani from Italy 1960s.
Leather, Wood
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H 27.56 in W 76.38 in D 32.68 in
Mid-Century Sofa Oriolo by Claudio Salocchi for Sormani Wood and Green Fabric
By Claudio Salocchi
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Sofa Oriolo by Claudio Salocchi for Sormani Wood and Green Fabric - Italy 1960s Claudio Salocchi was an Italian architect and designer, born in Milan in 1934, active abo...
Fabric, Wood
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H 26.78 in W 33.86 in D 34.65 in
Claudio Salocchi Pair of 2 'Oriolo' Club Chairs in Cognac Leather
By Claudio Salocchi, Sormani
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Claudio Salocchi for Sormani, set of 2 'Oriolo' lounge chairs, wood and leather Italy, 1963.
Leather, Wood
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H 26.78 in W 33.86 in D 34.65 in
Pair of Oriolo Lounge Chairs by Claudio Salocchi for Sormani, 1960s
By Sormani, Claudio Salocchi
Located in ABCOUDE, UT
Beautiful pair of Oriolo lounge chairs by Claudio Salocchi in cognac leather for Sormani, 1960s.
Leather, Wood
Claudio Salocchi Pair of 'Oriolo' Lounge Chairs
By Sormani
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Claudio Salocchi for Sormani, set of 2 'Oriolo' lounge chairs, rosewood and fabric Italy, 1966 The ‘T-shaped wooden frame’ holds an elegant leather detail on the back of each chair.
Fabric, Rosewood
Claudio Salocchi 'Oriolo' sofa in rosewood and leather
By Claudio Salocchi
Located in Maastricht, NL
Wonderful sofa from the "Oriolo" series by Claudio Salocchi, for Sormani, Italy, 1966.
Rosewood, Leather
Claudio Salocchi "Oriolo" Sofa for Sormani, Italy 1966
By Claudio Salocchi, Sormani
Located in Wilnis, UT
A beautiful sofa, model Oriolo, designed by Claudio Salocchi and manufactured by Sormani in Italy in 1966.
Fabric, Wood
Pair of Armchairs Oriolo designer Claudio Salocchi
By Claudio Salocchi
Located in Milan, IT
Pair of armchairs by Sormani- 1963
Rosewood
Sofa Oriolo Designer Claudio Salocchi for Sormani, 1963
By Claudio Salocchi
Located in Firenze, IT
Stainless steel panels over rosewood structure, newly reupholstered in light taupe silk/linen velvet.
Sheet Metal
Pair of Oriolo lounge Chairs by Claudio Salocchi for Sormani
By Claudio Salocchi
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair of Oriolo lounge chairs by Claudio Salocchi. Signed with printed manufacturer's mark to decking of each example: [Sormani].
Leather, Wood
Sold
H 33.47 in W 33.47 in D 26.78 in
Claudio Salocchi Midcentury Armchairs "Oriolo" Black Leather for Sormani, 1966
By Claudio Sormani, Claudio Salocchi
Located in Lucca, IT
Model Oriolo, the best armchairs of design Claudio Salocchi, produzione Sormani production Italy, 1966.
Leather, Wood
“Oriolo” Coffee Table by Claudio Salocchi for Sormani, 1960s
By Sormani, Claudio Salocchi
Located in Savona, IT
Coffee table produced in the 1960s by Sormani to a design by Claudio Salocchi. Structure in veneered wood. Display compartment with lined base. Glass top with cut corners. Good ge...
Wood, Glass
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H 26.78 in W 33.86 in D 33.86 in
Set of Midcentury Leather Lounge Chairs by Claudio Salocchi for Sormani, Italy
By Claudio Salocchi, Sormani
Located in Beek en Donk, NL
Mid-century modern set of two cognac leather lounge chairs model 'Oriolo' by Claudio Salocchi for Sormani, Italy, 1963.
Leather, Wood
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H 26.78 in W 33.86 in D 33.86 in
Italian Modern Leather Lounge Chairs by Claudio Salocchi for Sormani, Italy
By Claudio Salocchi, Sormani
Located in Beek en Donk, NL
Mid-Century Modern cognac colored leather lounge chairs model 'Oriolo' by Claudio Salocchi for Sormani, Italy, 1963.
Leather, Wood
Very Rare Vittorio Dassi Chair, 1960s
By Vittorio Dassi
Located in Bastia Umbra, IT
Very rare Vittorio Dassi Chair, Made in Italy, 1960s. This wonderful chair designed by Vittorio Dassi in the 1960s is a wonderful example of functional elegance. This chair is a mix...
Wood, Mahogany
$652Sale Price|20% Off
H 14.38 in W 47.25 in D 47.25 in
Mid-Century Modern Coffee Table, Smoked Glass & Metal, Italy, 1970s
By Non-Standard Furniture and Lighting
Located in Milano, IT
Center table with enameled metal frame and smoked glass top.
Metal
Mid Century Modern Josef Otmar Gondola Sofa
By Adrian Pearsall, Otmar
Located in Raleigh, NC
Exceptional mid-century modern gondola sofa by celebrated designer Josef Otmar, featuring his signature flowing lines and masterful woodworking. This stunning piece showcases the sc...
Upholstery, Walnut
Italian Design Coffee Table, 1970s
By Marco Zanuso, Zanotta
Located in Casale Monferrato, IT
This is a beautiful and sophisticated piece of 20th-century furniture. 1970s Italian design is distinctive and evident in this rectangular coffee table. Made with minimalist cylindr...
Metal, Chrome
$2,098
H 15.36 in W 29.53 in D 29.53 in
Square Coffee Table by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for Cassina, Italy 1965
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Cassina
Located in Roma, IT
Stunning Mid-Century coffee table Model 771 in a very rare rosewood version. This iconic table was designed by Afra and Tobia Scarpa and produced by Cassina in Italy during the 1960s...
Wood
Tobia Scarpa Style Coffee Table Italy 1970s
By Tobia Scarpa
Located in Čelinac, BA
Tobia Scarpa Style Coffee Table Italy 1970s
Glass, Wood
$2,202
H 13.78 in W 35.44 in D 35.44 in
Mid-Century Italian Coffee Table by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Cassina, 1960s
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
An icon of Italian modernism, this square coffee table was designed by the renowned duo Afra & Tobia Scarpa and produced by Cassina during the 1960s. Please note that this is the h...
Wood, Smoked Glass
Italian modern Square coffee table in wood, 1970s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern Square coffee table in wood, 1970s Coffee table with square top in dark wood. The 4 legs that support the top have a triangular section, also in dark wood. 1970s. Good...
Wood
$4,000
H 31 in W 58 in D 36 in
Mid-Century Modern Two-Seater Loveseat Sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
By Edward Wormley
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Stunning signed Dunbar 2 seater loveseat sofa. This piece is upholstered in it's original celery green woven wool in very nice to excellent condition. The loose seat cushions are qui...
Upholstery, Walnut
$1,736
H 13.78 in W 29.53 in D 29.53 in
Mid-Century Italian Coffee Table by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Cassina, 1960s
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
This iconic mid-century modern square coffee table was designed by the acclaimed Italian design duo Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Cassina during the 1960s. A prime example of minimalist ...
Smoked Glass, Wood
Mid-Century Modern Italian Sofa Attributed to Osvaldo Borsani, 1950s
By Osvaldo Borsani
Located in Houston, TX
Attributed to Osvaldo Borsani, this refined mid-century Italian sofa exemplifies the designer’s signature balance of architectural clarity and functional elegance. Designed in the 19...
Brass, Steel
$5,454Sale Price|10% Off
H 30.71 in W 82.68 in D 31.5 in
Sculptural Mid Century Bastiano sofa by Afra and Tobia Scarpa, Made in Italy
By Gavina, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Milano, IT
Designed by Afra and Tobia Scarpa in 1962, Bastiano is a sculptural sofa that truly expresses the couple's design philosophy. Their signature elements - geometric wood frame, soft ne...
Leather, Wood
$1,864Sale Price|20% Off
H 14.18 in W 30.32 in D 16.54 in
Italian Vintage Coffee Table Attr. to Gio Ponti, 1950s
By Gio Ponti
Located in Milano, IT
Low coffee table attributed to Gio Ponti, designed in the 1950s. The low table has a perfectly intact dark glass top. The frame is made of very strong wood. The structure of the tabl...
Smoked Glass, Wood
$4,196
H 25.99 in W 60.63 in D 33.47 in
Mid-Century Modern "Maralunga" Sofa by Vico Magistretti for Cassina
By Vico Magistretti
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern "Maralunga" Sofa by Vico Magistretti for Cassina- New Upholstery
Fabric
$3,147
H 13.78 in W 51.97 in D 22.84 in
Mid-Century Modern Coffee Table by Ico Parisi for Cassina, Italy, 1960s
By Ico Parisi
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern coffee table by Ico Parisi for Cassina, Italy, 1960s.
Glass, Wood
$1,725
H 13.78 in W 51.97 in D 22.45 in
Coffee Table Model 751 by Ico Parisi for Cassina, Italy, 1960s
By Ico Parisi, Cassina
Located in Milan, IT
Coffee table model 751 by Ico Parisi for Cassina. Intriguing construction details with the wood frame carrying the thick crystal top.
Wood
$37,200 / set
H 23.63 in W 35.44 in D 35.44 in
Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" Sofa for B&B Italia, Green Velvet, 1970, Set of 6
By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" modular sofa for B&B Italia, green velvet, Italy, 1970, set of six. "Camaleonda" is an icon, rediscovered. Our atelier carefully restored this vintage...
Plastic, Velvet
$1,380
H 13.78 in W 39.77 in D 39.97 in
1910s-20s Japanese antique wabi sabi Zataku, low canter table, low coffee table
Located in 常陸大宮市, JP
Japanese antique Zataku low table for 4 people, a set of tabletop & wooden leg frame. Aimed to make as Kotatsu table (heat table with brazier) in winter. Tabletop material is ma...
Hardwood, Cedar, Wood
LU Louis Sconce AS
By Lumfardo Luminaires
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Handsome LU Louis sconce AS. An all brass wall sconce in an aged silver finish with patterned perforations by Lumfardo Luminaires. Made contemporary in the US. Multiples available fo...
Brass, Nickel
$6,904 / set
H 24.01 in Dm 13.78 in
Pair of Constant Night Stands in Iroko Wood by Master Studio for Lemon
By Lemon
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Neatly proportioned with exceptional detailing, the constant nightstand is your perfect bedside partner. In our furniture making, the IDEA is to create special pieces that you can bu...
Hardwood
$6,620 / set
H 24.01 in W 18.12 in D 14.18 in
Pair of Park Night Stands in Noir Oxblood Lacquer by Yaniv Chen for Lemon
By Lemon
Located in Amsterdam, NL
The Park nightstand is the epitome of exquisite craftsmanship, featuring meticulously proportioned dimensions and exceptional detailing that make it an ideal bedside companion. Our f...
Lacquer
$2,121 / item
H 4.15 in W 5.35 in D 7.75 in
Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Mini-Tratten' Verdigris Patinated Outdoor Sconce
By Örsjö Industri AB, Hans-Agne Jakobsson
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Mini-Tratten' verdigris patinated outdoor sconce. An exclusive made for U.S. and UL listed authorized re-edition of the classic Swedish design executed in rich v...
Metal
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
$6,500 / item
H 14 in W 36 in D 20 in
Modern Oval Coffee Table in Oak Wood Cylinder Base and Glass by Ercole Home
By Ercole Home
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Palazzo oval coffee table with green and ivory glass sits on 2 Rift White Oak Wood pedestals by Ercole Home. This new bespoke coffee table design by Ercole Home is available today fo...
Art Glass, Cut Glass, Walnut
Custom Made Oak and Velvet Bench by Kai Kristiansen
Located in London, England
Bench designed by Danish master Kai Kristiansen in the 1950s and now produced under license by Dagmar. Hand-made to order, this upholstered bench has a fumed and oiled oak frame. Th...
Mohair, Oak
$9,507 / item
H 19.69 in W 70.87 in D 27.56 in
Alexander and Jones Sunday Daybed in Oak & Cream Bouclé Handcrafted to Order
Located in Cirencester, England
The Sunday Daybed is a signature made-to-order piece by Alexander and Jones, handcrafted in our Cotswolds studio, UK, from sculpted solid oak with our signature wave form frame and c...
Bouclé, Oak, Fabric, Textile, Upholstery, Wood, Hardwood
$2,202
H 14.18 in W 28.75 in D 28.75 in
Afra and Tobia Scarpa Coffee Table in Walnut and Glass, Italy, 1960's
By Cassina, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Uithoorn, NL
Afra and Tobia Scarpa Coffee Table in Wood and Glass, Italy, 1960's This coffee table was designed by Afra and Tobia Scarpa in Italy, known for their refined approach to form and ma...
Glass, Walnut
Paolo Buffa, Walnut Mid-Century Daybed, Italy 1940s
By Paolo Buffa
Located in Argelato, BO
Paolo Buffa (1903-1970) Rare and very elegant wooden daybed Varnished walnut and fabric Model created circa 1940 H 58 × L 205 × W 95 cm Paolo Buffa was an Italian furniture des...
Velvet, Walnut
1960s Midcentury Coffee Table by Adrian Pearsall
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Midcentury walnut coffee table designed and manufactured by Adrian Pearsall, circa 1960s. This stunning coffee table features a black laminated top with a black vinyl base. the coffe...
Faux Leather, Walnut
$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
$3,483 / item
H 16.93 in W 46.46 in D 14.18 in
Kai Kristiansen Upholstered Bench in Fumed Oak and Mohair
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in London, England
Kai Kristiansen, a key figure in the Danish Modern movement, designed the Entre Series in 1956 as a modular collection of bedside cabinets, benches, and chests. Combining Danish desi...
Velvet, Oak
$3,990 / item
H 15.75 in W 74.81 in D 29.14 in
Mustard Velvet Daybed with V-Shaped Beechwood Base, Model V
By Dusty Deco
Located in Los Angeles, CA
DD V daybed is an exclusive daybed made by hand in Bosnia and Herzegovina by skilled craftsmen with long experience in wood and upholstery. Both frame and the characteristic V-shaped...
Fabric, Beech, Velvet
Born in Milan 1934, graduated in Architecture at the Milan Politecnico University. He has been Vice-President of ADI (Associazione per il Disegno Industriale), and has taught at the State Professional Institute of Furniture and Furnishings in Lissone and the School of Architecture of Milan Polytechnic. On an international level, Salocchi’s work covers the fields of architecture, interior and industrial design. A great deal of his works and projects were chosen and exhibited through selections or invitations at the most important exhibitions, events or museums, worldwide.
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.
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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.
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