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Pair of Chiavari High Back Chairs by Gaetano Descalzi, Italy in Mahogany
By Giuseppe Gaetano Descalzi
Located in Vigonza, Padua
/48 Abuot the " Chiavarina" by Gaetano Descalzi Giuseppe Gaetano Descalzi was born in Chiavari in
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Early 20th Century Italian Louis XIV Chairs

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Mahogany

Pair of Early Chiavari Chairs by Giuseppe Gaetano Descalzi
By Giuseppe Gaetano Descalzi
Located in Sharon, CT
Extraordinary light and strong, probably out of rosewood. Early version in untouched condition. Missing their rush seating-one chair retains remnants of early (if not original) rushi...
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Antique Early 19th Century Italian Empire Side Chairs

Materials

Wood

Pair of Giuseppe Gaetano Descalzi Midcentury Italian Chiavari Armchairs, 1950s
By Giuseppe Gaetano Descalzi
Located in Puglia, Puglia
This pair of typical Chiavari chairs with armrests was designed by Gaetano Descalzi in the city of
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Satin, Beech

Giuseppe Gaetano Descalzi Mid-Century Modern Italian Chiavari Sofa, 1950s
By Giuseppe Gaetano Descalzi
Located in Puglia, Puglia
carpenter Chiavari Giuseppe Gaetano Descalzi, who behind the invitation of the Marquis Stefano Rivarola
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Satin, Beech

Pair of Giuseppe Gaetano Descalzi Midcentury Italian Chiavari Chairs, 1950s
By Giuseppe Gaetano Descalzi
Located in Puglia, Puglia
by the carpenter Chiavari Giuseppe Gaetano Descalzi, who behind the invitation of the Marquis Stefano
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Velvet, Beech

Giuseppe Gaetano Descalzi Midcentury Italian Chiavari Sofa and 2 Armchairs 1950s
By Giuseppe Gaetano Descalzi
Located in Puglia, Puglia
This set of typical Chiavari chairs and a sofa with armrests was designed by Gaetano Descalzi in
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Satin, Beech

Brass Dining Chair by Giuseppe Gaetano Descalzi for Chiavari, Italy, 1950's
By Giuseppe Gaetano Descalzi, Chiavari
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Brass dining chair by Giuseppe Gaetano Descalzi for Chiavari, Italy 1950's Brass frame and new
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Mid-20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Dining Room Chairs

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Brass

Italian Design Side Chair by Giuseppe Gaetano Descalzi for Chiavari, Italy 1950
By Giuseppe Gaetano Descalzi, Chiavari
Located in Oostrum-Venray, NL
Imagine yourself in glamor and luxury with this golden/brass chair from Chiavari. Country of origin: Italy. Beautiful Italian design with a special design. Great for a Hollywoo...
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Vintage 1950s Italian Hollywood Regency Chairs

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Brass, Gold Leaf

Pair of Gaetano Descalzi Midcentury Italian Chiavari High Back Chairs, 1950s
By Giuseppe Gaetano Descalzi
Located in Puglia, Puglia
by the carpenter Chiavari Giuseppe Gaetano Descalzi, who behind the invitation of the Marquis Stefano
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Velvet, Beech

Pair of Gaetano Descalzi Mid-Century Italian Chiavari High Back Chairs, 1950s
By Giuseppe Gaetano Descalzi
Located in Puglia, Puglia
created in 1807 by the Chiavari cabinet maker Giuseppe Gaetano Descalzi, who behind the invitation of the
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Beech, Velvet

Vintage Campanino Chiavari chair by Gaetano Descalzi for Fratelli Levaggi 1950s
By Fratelli Levaggi, Giuseppe Gaetano Descalzi
Located in STRASBOURG, FR
Campanino Chiavari chair in black lacquered walnut, designed by Gaetano Descalzi and produced by
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Vintage 1950s Italian Neoclassical Chairs

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Fabric, Walnut, Lacquer

1960s Six Dining Chairs Chiavarine by Fratelli Levaggi / Gaetano Descalzi
By Fratelli Levaggi/Guiseppe Gaetano Descalzi
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Gaetano Descalzi-CHIAVARINA CHAIR- This handcrafted masterpiece, traditional of the Italian region Liguria
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Straw, Walnut

Mid-Century G. Descalzi High Espalier Dining Chairs Brass Set of 6, Italy 50s
By Chiavari, Giuseppe Gaetano Descalzi
Located in Palermo, IT
chairs have been reupholstered. Attributable to Gaetano Descalzi, production in Chiavari, Italy in the
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Brass

Mid-Century G. Descalzi High Espalier Dining Chairs Set of 2, Chiavari 50s Italy
By Giuseppe Gaetano Descalzi, Chiavari
Located in Palermo, IT
backs. Attributable to Gaetano Descalzi, production in Chiavari, Italy in the 1950s. Wear consistent
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Brass

Set no. 5 Ottone Chairs by Giuseppe Gaetano Descalzi 1950 -Design-
Located in Foggia, FG
Set n. 5 Sedie Ottone di Giuseppe Gaetano Descalzi 1950 -Design- Anno: 1950-1959 Materiali
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Vintage 1950s Chairs

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Brass

Pair Vintage "Campanino" Chiavari by Fratelli Levaggi
By Giuseppe Gaetano Descalzi
Located in Brooklyn, NY
c., by Giuseppe Gaetano Descalzi. Painted wood with original rush seats. This version was the model
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Vintage 1940s Italian Neoclassical Side Chairs

Materials

Wicker, Wood

Chiavarina High Back Chair, Italy, 1950s
By Giuseppe Gaetano Descalzi
Located in Palermo, IT
Chiavarina high back chair, Italy, 1950s. Attributed to Gaetano Descalzi. Good condition. One
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Vintage 1950s Italian Chairs

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Wood

Chiavarina High Back Chair, Italy, 1950s
Chiavarina High Back Chair, Italy, 1950s
H 51.58 in W 16.74 in D 16.93 in
Pair of Chiavari Mid-Century Modern Italian Velvet High Back Chairs, 1950s
By Giuseppe Gaetano Descalzi
Located in Puglia, Puglia
created in 1807 by the Chiavari cabinetmaker Giuseppe Gaetano Descalzi, who, at the invitation of the
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Velvet, Beech

Pair of Italian Chiavarine Vintage Chairs
By Giuseppe Gaetano Descalzi
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
. Their famous designer was Giuseppe Gaetano Descalzi and they were stuffed; overt time the stuffing have
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Mid-20th Century Italian Other Chairs

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Fruitwood

Pair of Italian Chiavarine Vintage Chairs
Pair of Italian Chiavarine Vintage Chairs
H 37.01 in W 16.54 in D 14.97 in
17th Century Gilded Italian Chiavari Chairs
By Giuseppe Gaetano Descalzi
Located in Stockholm, SE
century Italian cabinet maker Giuseppe Gaetano Descalzi. Know for the incredible woodworking and
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Antique Early 17th Century Empire Chairs

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Gold Leaf

17th Century Gilded Italian Chiavari Chairs
17th Century Gilded Italian Chiavari Chairs
H 34.26 in W 16.54 in D 17.33 in
Six Super Light Chiavarina Dining Chairs, Painted Wood, Wicker Seat, Italy, 1940
By Giuseppe Gaetano Descalzi
Located in Berlin, DE
original braided wicker seat. This chair, model 'Campanino' was created by Giuseppe Gaetano Descalzi 'il
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Vintage 1940s Italian Neoclassical Chairs

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Wicker, Wood

Mid-Century Modern Italian Set of Six Chiavari Chairs Restored and Reupholstered
By Giuseppe Gaetano Descalzi
Located in Vigonza, Padua
craftsman Giuseppe Gaetano Descalzi said "Campanino". It is said that this model was commissioned by the
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Walnut

Guido Chiappe Model Campanino Armchairs, Beechwood and Cane, Chiavari 1950s
By Giuseppe Gaetano Descalzi
Located in Chiavari, Liguria
conceived in 1807 by Giuseppe Gaetano Descalzi at the specific request of Marquess Stefano Rivarola, this
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Vintage 1950s Italian Armchairs

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Cane, Beech

17th Century Italian Black Lacquered Herringbone Cane Seat Chiavari Chair
By Giuseppe Gaetano Descalzi, Chiavari
Located in Stockholm, SE
Giuseppe Gaetano Descalzi. Known for their incredible woodworking and craftsmanship. Characterised by the
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Antique 17th Century Italian Empire Chairs

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Hardwood, Cane

1960s Italian Carved Wood Chiavari Bed Frame
By Chiavari, Giuseppe Gaetano Descalzi
Located in Carimate, Como
between Portofino and the Cinque Terre. Designed in 1807 by Giuseppe Gaetano Descalzi, these lightweight
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Mid-20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Beds and Bed Frames

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Wood

1960s Italian Carved Wood Chiavari Bed Frame
1960s Italian Carved Wood Chiavari Bed Frame
H 52.37 in W 70.87 in D 76.78 in
1960s Italian Mid-century Carved Wood Glass Brass Chiavari Wall Coat Hanger Rack
By Chiavari, Giuseppe Gaetano Descalzi
Located in Carimate, Como
Beautiful 1960s Italian Chiavari style wall coat hanger in carved wood with great shiny black lacquer vintage patina solid structure with glass shelf and brass hangers. The shapely c...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Coat Racks and Stands

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Wood

Fratelli Levaggi pair of cherrywood Campanino chairs, Chiavari, Italy, 1960s
By Fratelli Levaggi, Giuseppe Gaetano Descalzi
Located in Chiavari, Liguria
noteworthy. Originating in 1807 at the behest of Marquis Stefano Rivarola, as envisioned by Giuseppe Gaetano
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Vintage 1960s Italian Armchairs

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Straw, Cherry

Set of Six Campanino Chairs by Colombo Sanguineti Chiavari with New Woven Cane
By Colombo Sanguineti, Giuseppe Gaetano Descalzi
Located in Chiavari, Liguria
1807 by Giuseppe Gaetano Descalzi on a special request by the marquis Stefano Rivarola who wanted a
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Vintage 1950s Dining Room Chairs

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Wicker, Cherry

Fratelli Levaggi Children Nutwood "Campanino" Italian Chair, Chiavari 1950
By Fratelli Levaggi/Guiseppe Gaetano Descalzi
Located in Roma, IT
were originally designed in 1807 by Giuseppe Gaetano Descalzi. A perfect item for a gift and for a
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Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Wood, Nutwood

Rare Set of Six Campanino Chiavari Walnut Chairs by Fratelli Levaggi, 1950
By Fratelli Levaggi/Guiseppe Gaetano Descalzi
Located in Paris, IDF
early 1950s, in Chiavari. These chairs were originally designed in 1807 by Giuseppe Gaetano Descalzi
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Walnut, Wool

Mid-Century Modern Pair of Italian Chiavari Opéra Chairs in Solid Polished Brass
By Fratelli Levaggi/Guiseppe Gaetano Descalzi
Located in Miami, FL
A pair of polished brass Chiavari Opéra chairs. First designed by Giuseppe Gaëtan Descalzi
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Brass

Four Mid-Century Modern Dining Chiavari Chairs, Blond Walnut with New Upholstery
By Fratelli Levaggi/Guiseppe Gaetano Descalzi
Located in Vigonza, Padua
the artisan Giuseppe Gaetano Descalzi called "Campanino". It is said that this model was commissioned
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Mid-20th Century Italian Empire Revival Dining Room Chairs

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Walnut

Rare Set of Six Campanino Chiavari Walnut Chairs by Fratelli Levaggi, 1950
By Fratelli Levaggi, Fratelli Levaggi/Guiseppe Gaetano Descalzi
Located in Paris, IDF
early 1950s, in Chiavari. These chairs were originally designed in 1807 by Giuseppe Gaetano Descalzi
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Wood

Chiavari Chair, Polished Brass Italy, 1960s
By Chiavari
Located in North Hollywood, CA
1960s. Designed by Giuseppe Gaetano Descalzi and produced since the early 19th century in the Ligurian
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Vintage 1950s Italian Hollywood Regency Side Chairs

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Brass

Polished Brass Chiavari Chair with Red Velvet, Italy, 1960s
By Chiavari
Located in North Hollywood, CA
1960s. Designed by Giuseppe Gaetano Descalzi and produced since the early 19th century in the Ligurian
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Vintage 1950s Italian Hollywood Regency Chairs

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Brass

20th Century, 4 Campanino Chiavari Chairs in Walnut for Fratelli Levaggi 1950
By Chiavari, Fratelli Levaggi
Located in Saint Rémy de Provence, FR
designed in 1807 by Giuseppe Gaetano Descalzi. Extraordinarily light (1.3 kg) and resistant, these chairs
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Fabric, Walnut

Gilt Wood Chiavari Side Chair, Italy, 1960s
By Chiavari
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Giuseppe Gaetano Descalzi and produced since the early 19th century in the Ligurian town of Chiavari, Italy
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Vintage 1950s Italian Hollywood Regency Chairs

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Wood

Set of Two Polished Brass Chiavari Chairs with Red Velvet, Italy
By Chiavari
Located in North Hollywood, CA
upholstery, circa 1950s. Designed by Giuseppe Gaetano Descalzi and produced since the early 19th century in
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Vintage 1950s Italian Hollywood Regency Chairs

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Brass

Set of Six Chairs in Turned and Polished Brass, Chiavari, Italy, circa 1960
By Chiavari
Located in Paris, FR
. Designed by Giuseppe Gaetano Descalzi and manufactured since the beginning of the 19th century in the
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Brass

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Italian Brass High Back Chiavari Chairs, 1950s
By Chiavari
Located in Puglia, Puglia
cabinetmaker from Chiavari on the north-western coast of Italy, Giuseppe Gaetano Descalzi, who at the
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Brass

1960's Brass Chairs by Chiavari Italy, a Pair
By Chiavari
Located in North Hollywood, CA
. Designed by Giuseppe Gaetano Descalzi and produced since the early 19th century in the Ligurian town of
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Mid-20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Side Chairs

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Brass

One pair of "Chiavari" side chairs. Italy 1950s. Hand polished brass.
By Chiavari
Located in Köln, NW
the beginning of the 19th century in the Napoleon III style by Giuseppe Gaetano Descalzi. They were
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Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

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Brass

Set of 4 Chiavarine Chairs in Red Stained Beech and Bamboo Rope, Italy 1950s
By Fratelli Levaggi
Located in Roma, IT
approach to ensure high quality and attention to detail. Giuseppe Gaetano Descalzi (1767-1855) was a
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Wood, Bamboo, Cane, Beech, Rattan

Beautiful Chiavari Wooden Chair Wicker Seat, Made in Liguria, Italy, 1930s
By Chiavari
Located in Nuernberg, DE
1807 r. by a local cabinetmaker Giuseppe Gaetano Descalzi. He was invited by Economic society of
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Early 20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Chairs

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Wicker, Wood

Italian Midcentury Set of Six Chairs Chiavari
By Chiavari
Located in bari, IT
Giuseppe Gaetano Descalzi. The chair immediately appeared in all its uniqueness: a very modern, clean
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Rope, Walnut

Italian Midcentury Set of Six Chairs Chiavari
Italian Midcentury Set of Six Chairs Chiavari
H 33.47 in W 16.74 in D 15.75 in
1970s Italian Gilt Brass Chiavari Chair
By Chiavari
Located in Carimate, Como
the Mediterranean shore side between Portofino and the Cinque Terre. Designed by Giuseppe Gaetano
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Late 20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Chairs

Materials

Metal, Brass

1970s Italian Gilt Brass Chiavari Chair
1970s Italian Gilt Brass Chiavari Chair
H 33.47 in W 15.75 in D 14.57 in
Modern Classic Chiavarina Dining Chair, Beige Velvet Upholstery, Brass Cast Foot
Located in Oporto, PT
Gaetano Descalzi reformulated some of the French Empire style chairs by simplifying the decorative
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Brass, Metal

4 Chiavari "Impero Classica' S.A.C. Original Artisan Handwoven Seats, Italy, 1950
By Chiavari
Located in bergen op zoom, NL
the Chiavaresi Area in North Italy This chair, model ''Impero'' was created by Giuseppe Gaetano
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Beech

Italian Blackened Brass Chiavari Bar Stool or Chair
By Chiavari
Located in Carimate, Como
Giuseppe Gaetano Descalzi and then reviewed by Philippe Starck, these lightweight and elegant chairs with
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Hollywood Regency Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Brass

Gio Ponti Superleggera chairs Cassina Italy 1957
By Gio Ponti, Cassina
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Italian town of Chiavari, which had originally been designed by artisan Giuseppe Gaetano Descalzi in 1807
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Cane, Ash

Gio Ponti Superleggera chairs Cassina Italy 1957
Gio Ponti Superleggera chairs Cassina Italy 1957
H 32.68 in W 15.75 in D 17.33 in
Pair of Campanino High Back Chairs Produced by Sabbadini, Chiavari, Italy, 1960s
By Chiavari
Located in Chiavari, Liguria
. Chiavari is renowned for its furniture, and the "Campanino" chair, designed in 1807 by Giuseppe Gaetano
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Vintage 1960s Italian Dining Room Chairs

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Cane, Beech

Set 6 Chiavari Chairs in Walnut, Straw Seat by Fratelli Levaggi for Cassina 1960
By Cassina
Located in Vigonza, Padua
creative genius of Giuseppe Gaetano Descalzi. The chair immediately appeared in all its singularity: a
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Straw, Walnut

Midcentury Brass Ballroom Chairs by Giuseppe Gaetano Descalzi
By Chiavari
Located in Vienna, AT
Midcentury Italian brass chairs from the 1960s, this is the gold standard in chic! Solid polished brass by Chiavari in Italy. Up to six available.
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Cane, Beech

Chiavari Brass Ballroom Chair Giuseppe Gaetano Descalzi
By Chiavari
Located in everton lymington, GB
A gorgeous Italian brass Chiavari chair Designed by Giuseppe Gaetano Descalzi with a velvet
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Vintage 1960s European Hollywood Regency Chairs

Materials

Brass

Pair of Vintage Chiavari Chairs Model Spada
By Giuseppe Gaetano Descalzi
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
A pair of vintage high back Chiavari chairs in restored condition with seats upholstered in Bergamo floral fabric. This elegant model called Spada is no longer produced, Italy, 1950s.
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

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Wood, Fabric

Pair of Vintage Chiavari Chairs Model Spada
Pair of Vintage Chiavari Chairs Model Spada
H 43.88 in W 17 in D 18.25 in
Pair of Chiavari Chairs Model Spada
By Giuseppe Gaetano Descalzi
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
A pair of restored Chiavari chairs. Model: Spada. Recently reupholstered Upholstery: Lips on Turquoise Cotton by VOUTSA Italy 1950s.
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

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Fabric, Wood

Pair of Chiavari Chairs Model Spada
Pair of Chiavari Chairs Model Spada
H 47 in W 16.38 in D 15.25 in
Pair of Solid Brass Chiavari Chairs, Hollywood Regency, Italy, 1960s
By Chiavari
Located in Enschede, Overijssel
coast, Giuseppe Gaetano Descalzi, who at the invitation of the president of the Economic Society of
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Vintage 1960s Italian Hollywood Regency Side Chairs

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Brass

1960s Brass Chiavari Chair Designed by Giuseppe Gaetano Descalzi
By Giuseppe Gaetano Descalzi
Located in München, DE
1960s brass Chiavari chair designed by Giuseppe Gaetano Descalzi. Giuseppe Gaetano Descalzi (1767
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Brass

Two 1960s Brass Chiavari Chairs Designed by Giuseppe Gaetano Descalzi
By Giuseppe Gaetano Descalzi
Located in München, DE
Two 1960s brass Chiavari chairs designed by Giuseppe Gaetano Descalzi. Giuseppe Gaetano Descalzi
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Brass

Giuseppe Gaetano Descalzi, Set of Four Chairs Chiavari, 1940s
By Giuseppe Gaetano Descalzi
Located in Palermo, PA
Giuseppe Gaetano Descalzi, set of four chairs Chiavari, 1940s. Dimensions: H= 84 cm; W=42 cm; D=42
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Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Wood

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