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Gio Ponti Wingback Chair in Cherry Wood and Mélange Nobilis Fabric, Italy, 1929
By Nobilis, Gio Ponti
Located in The Hague, NL
This exceptionally rare wingback chair was designed by Gio Ponti and produced in Italy in 1929. The
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Vintage 1920s Italian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Cotton, Linen, Upholstery, Wood, Cherry

Gio Ponti, Wingback / Lounge Chair, White and Blue Fabric, Oak, Cassina, 1950s
By Figli di Amadeo Cassina, Gio Ponti
Located in High Point, NC
A white and blue fabric and oak lounge chair / wingback chair designed by Gio Ponti and produced by
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Wood, Fabric

Wingback Armchair attributed to Gio Ponti for ISA Bergamo, 1960, Italy
By Gio Ponti
Located in Greding, DE
quality green and black checkerboard fabric. Italy, circa 1960. Attributed to Gio Ponti for ISA Bergamo.
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wingback Chairs

Materials

Brass

Pair of Modern Gio Ponti Style Leather and Upholstery Wingback Chairs
By Gio Ponti
Located in San Francisco, CA
A pair of stylish and comfortable modern wingback chairs in the unique design style of Gio Ponti
Category

Late 20th Century Modern Wingback Chairs

Materials

Leather, Upholstery

Gio Ponti Inspired Caned Wing Chairs
By (After) Gio Ponti
Located in Southampton, NJ
An impressive pair of caned wing back chairs with original upholstery & goose down filled notched custom cushions. Italian inspired in various ways including the unique design of the...
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Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Wingback Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Cane, Walnut

Gio Ponti Inspired Caned Wing Chairs
Gio Ponti Inspired Caned Wing Chairs
$3,695 / set
H 38.5 in W 23 in D 26 in
Gio Ponti Italian Mid-Century Modern Green and Beige Upholstered Wing Chair
By Gio Ponti
Located in Queens, NY
upholstered arms and wings, resting on four tapered wooden legs. (GIO PONTI) Condition: Good; Wear consistent
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wingback Chairs

Materials

Wood

Pair of Custom Wing Chairs in the Style of Gio Ponti
By Venfield
Located in New York, NY
Pair of custom wing chairs in the style of Gio Ponti upholstered in Romo amethyst velvet.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Wingback Chairs

Materials

Wood, Velvet

Pair of Custom Wing Chairs in the Style of Gio Ponti
Pair of Custom Wing Chairs in the Style of Gio Ponti
$7,500 / item
H 42 in W 29 in D 29 in
Gio Ponti Style Italian Wingback SofaIn Mohair Fabric
By Gio Ponti
Located in New York, NY
Stunning 1950s Italian wingback sofa with brass legs in the of Gio Ponti. Newly upholstered in
Category

20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets

Materials

Brass

Gio Ponti For I.S.A Wingback Armchair, 1950s Midcentury
By Gio Ponti
Located in London, GB
A gorgeous and important wingback armchair from the design master Gio Ponti for I.S.A. Bergamo
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Gio Ponti For I.S.A Wingback Armchair, 1950s Midcentury
Gio Ponti For I.S.A Wingback Armchair, 1950s Midcentury
$6,372
H 36.23 in W 26.78 in D 30.71 in
Mid-Century Modern Gio Ponti Style Armchairs, Wingback, a Pair in Kravet Bouclé
By Gio Ponti
Located in Manhasset, NY
Mid-Century Modern Gio Ponti Style Armchairs, Wingback Chairs, Pair in Kravet Bouclé These finely
Category

Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Bouclé, Wood

Pair of Italian Mid-Century Wingback Lounge Chairs Attr. to Gio Ponti, Model 512
By Gio Ponti
Located in New York, NY
back chairs attributed to Gio Ponti, 1955 . Gio Ponti was known for working in the Modern Neoclassical
Category

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

Materials

Upholstery, Hardwood

Rare Dark Goldenrod Wingback Armchair model 437 by Gio Ponti for Cassina
By Gio Ponti, Cassina
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Made in Italy, 1950s. This is a quite rare armchair designed by Giò Ponti for Cassina in the 50s
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Beech, Velvet

Pair of Blu Velvet Gio Ponti Bergere Wingback Armchairs by ISA, 1950
By Arredamenti ISA, Gio Ponti
Located in Rome, IT
Pair of blu velvet GIO PONTI bergere armchair, manufactured by ISA Arredamenti Bergamo, circa 1950
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bergere Chairs

Materials

Brass

Pair of Blu Velvet Gio Ponti Bergere Wingback Armchairs by ISA, 1950
Pair of Blu Velvet Gio Ponti Bergere Wingback Armchairs by ISA, 1950
$9,393 Sale Price
20% Off
H 42.92 in W 30.71 in D 34.26 in
Skai Wingback Armchair Attr. to Mod. 512 attr. to Gio Ponti Produced by ISA
By Gio Ponti, ISA Bergamo
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Made in Italy, 1950s. It is highly similar to Gio Ponti's model nr. 512 produced by ISA. Quite
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Faux Leather, Beech

Skai Wingback Armchair Attr. to Mod. 512 attr. to Gio Ponti Produced by ISA
Skai Wingback Armchair Attr. to Mod. 512 attr. to Gio Ponti Produced by ISA
$2,396 Sale Price
23% Off
H 40.95 in W 29.53 in D 34.65 in
Set of 4 Fratelli Legaggi Chiavari Wing Back "Super Leggera" Ladderback Chairs
By Fratelli Levaggi/Guiseppe Gaetano Descalzi, Fratelli Levaggi/Guiseppe Gaetano Descalzi
Located in Mckinney, TX
Gio Ponti’s Wingback “Superleggera,” these authentic Levaggi pieces feature subtly tapered legs and a
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Mid-20th Century Italian Minimalist Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wool, Wood

1960s Mid-Century Italian Wingback Chairs and Ottomans in Mohair
By Gio Ponti
Located in Roanoke, VA
Incredible pair of mid-century Italian wingback chairs originally purchased from Donzella and newly
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Brass

Pair of Italian Mid-Century Wingback Lounge Chairs by Isa Bergamo
By Gio Ponti, ISA Bergamo
Located in New York, NY
Bergamo and attributed to Gio Ponti as model # 512 for ISA.. Recently re-upholstered in Italy. Gio Ponti
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Brass

Italian Modern Upholstered Wing Chair, Gio Ponti, 1950's
By Gio Ponti
Located in Hollywood, FL
Gio Ponti wing chair from the Parco di Principe Hotel.
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wingback Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

Pair of Wing Back Chairs in the Manner of Gio Ponti
By Gio Ponti, Avigdor, Melchiorre Bega
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
A pair of wing back chairs in the manner of Gio Ponti. These distinctive chairs are covered in Gio
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wingback Chairs

Materials

Brass

Pair of Wing Back Chairs in the Manner of Gio Ponti
Pair of Wing Back Chairs in the Manner of Gio Ponti
$12,500 / set
H 34 in W 27.5 in D 28 in
Emanuelle armchair designed by Gio Ponti and Lio Carminati for Casa e Giardino
By Gio Ponti, Casa e Giardino, Lio Carminati
Located in Milano, IT
Poltrona in rattan di Lio Carminati e Gio Ponti per Casa e Giardino anni ’50. Utilizzata anche da
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Antique Mid-19th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wingback Chairs

Materials

Bamboo

Made to Order Gio Ponti Style Mid-Century Elephant Wingback Armchair and Stool
By Tony Subal
Located in Vienna, AT
Handcrafted wingback armchair in the style of Gio Ponti. The armchair comes with a matching stool
Category

2010s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Wingback Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Pine

Pair of Italian Wingback Lounge armchairs by Gio Ponti, 1950’s
By Gio Ponti
Located in TOLLEBEEK, NL
cushions. The mastery of Italian architecture and design icon Gio Ponti, aristocratic and sleek at the same
Category

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

Materials

Leather, Wood

Pair of Italian Wingback Lounge armchairs by Gio Ponti, 1950’s
Pair of Italian Wingback Lounge armchairs by Gio Ponti, 1950’s
$11,484 / set
H 42.91 in W 29.53 in D 29.92 in
Gio Ponti, Exceptional Pair of Rare Wingback Armchairs in Walnut, Italy, 1940s
By Gio Ponti
Located in New York, NY
Gio Ponti (1891 - 1979) A rare and extraordinary pair of wingback armchairs by modernist master
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Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Bouclé, Walnut

Pair of Velvet Wingback Italian Lounge Chairs in the Manner of Gio Ponti
By Gio Ponti
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A beautifully sculptural pair of wingback Italian lounge chairs, in the manner of Gio Ponti
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Velvet

Pair of Italian Mid-Century Wingback Chairs in Creamy White Boucle
By Gio Ponti
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Elegant pair of Italian mid-century wingback chairs newly upholstered in Rogers & Goffigon creamy
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Wool

Pair Gio Ponti wingback armchairs in Venetian red velvet
By Gio Ponti
Located in London, GB
A fantastic pair of Gio ponti wingback armchairs newly upholstered in hand stitched fine Venetian
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Vintage 1950s Italian Wingback Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Pair Gio Ponti wingback armchairs in Venetian red velvet
Pair Gio Ponti wingback armchairs in Venetian red velvet
$10,963 / set
H 39.38 in W 27.56 in D 31.5 in
Gio Ponti Wingback Lounge Chair Restyled
Located in New York, NY
This chair, closely resembling a classic by Gio Ponti as designed for the Hotel Bristol, is both
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21st Century and Contemporary American Lounge Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Cotton

Gio Ponti Wingback Lounge Chair Restyled
Gio Ponti Wingback Lounge Chair Restyled
$4,200
H 32 in W 24.5 in D 27 in
1950s Gio Ponti att. Wingback Lounge Chair
By Gio Ponti
Located in London, GB
fabric. The chair is standing on 4 brassed aluminium feet typical of Gio Ponti designs of the 1950s
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Vintage 1950s Italian Wingback Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

1950s Gio Ponti att. Wingback Lounge Chair
1950s Gio Ponti att. Wingback Lounge Chair
$6,578
H 41.34 in W 29.53 in D 29.93 in
Gio Ponti (Attr) Chairs
By Gio Ponti
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Italian wingback slipper chairs attributed to Gio Ponti.
Category

20th Century Italian Wingback Chairs

Materials

Wood, Upholstery

Gio Ponti (Attr) Chairs
Gio Ponti (Attr) Chairs
$5,500
H 28.25 in W 21 in D 25 in
Gio Ponti Style, Mid-Century Modern, Wingback Chairs, Grey Velvet, Wood, 1950s
By Gio Ponti
Located in Manhasset, NY
Pair Italian Mid-Century Modern lounge or wing back chairs, Gio Ponti Style, velvet, walnut
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wingback Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

ItalianModern Neoclassical Sofa & Armchairs by Gio Ponti for ISA, Bergamo, 1955
By ISA Bergamo, Gio Ponti
Located in New York, NY
An elegant, stunning Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofa with neoclassical influences by Gio Ponti for
Category

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

Materials

Upholstery, Hardwood

Exclusive Gio Ponti Armchair Unique Piece
By Gio Ponti
Located in Rome, IT
GIO PONTI ARMCHAIR unique piece from a suite of the Hotel Parco dei Principi in Roma 1964
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Vintage 1960s Italian Wingback Chairs

Materials

Brass

Exclusive Gio Ponti Armchair  Unique Piece
Exclusive Gio Ponti Armchair  Unique Piece
$14,377
H 101 in W 64.1 in D 74.9 in
high back chair by Gio Ponti
By Gio Ponti
Located in Sagaponack, NY
Bamboo high-back lounge chair designed by Ponti for the interior of the luxury cruise ship "Conte
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Vintage 1950s Italian Wingback Chairs

Materials

Bamboo

high back chair by Gio Ponti
high back chair by Gio Ponti
H 47 in W 36 in D 30 in
Pair of Gio Ponti "Conte Biancomo" Wicker Chairs
By Gio Ponti
Located in Girona, Spain
Pair of highback wicker ratan chairs designed for the cruiseship "Conte Biancomo" made by Vittorio Bonacini and Co. Italy, 1950's. Ratan. Very good vintage condition
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Vintage 1950s Italian Wingback Chairs

Pair of Gio Ponti Style Italian Beechwood Wing Chairs
By Gio Ponti
Located in Stamford, CT
A pair of midcentury Gio Ponti style Italian beechwood wing chairs. Reupholstered and resprung in
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wingback Chairs

Materials

Beech

Pair of Gio Ponti Style Italian Beechwood Wing Chairs
Pair of Gio Ponti Style Italian Beechwood Wing Chairs
$9,800 / set
H 36.5 in W 25 in D 30 in
1950's Designer Wingback Chair in the Manner of Gio Ponti
By Gio Ponti, Paul McCobb, Edward Wormley
Located in Southampton, NJ
size See Gio Ponti, Paul McCobb, Dunbar.
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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Wingback Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Walnut

Pair of Italian Gio Ponti Style Mid-Century Modern Parlor Chairs
By Gio Ponti
Located in North York, ON
Pair of Italian Gio Ponti style Mid-Century Modern lounge chairs. In excellent condition, recently
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wingback Chairs

Materials

Metal

Very chic 1950's armchairs in the style of Gio Ponti
By Gio Ponti
Located in Bois-Colombes, FR
Great 1950's armchairs
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Vintage 1950s Italian Wingback Chairs

Materials

Brass

Very chic 1950's   armchairs in the style of Gio Ponti
Very chic 1950's   armchairs in the style of Gio Ponti
$9,000
H 37.41 in W 35.44 in D 32.68 in
Mid-Century Italian Wingback Armchairs
By Gio Ponti
Located in Albano Laziale, Rome/Lazio
Wingback armchairs in the original fabric in the manner of Gio Ponti. These chairs will need
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wingback Chairs

Materials

Velvet

Mid-Century Italian Wingback Armchairs
Mid-Century Italian Wingback Armchairs
$1,917 / set
H 44.1 in W 29.53 in D 30.32 in
Pair of upholstered wingback chairs with wood feet
By Gio Ponti
Located in New York, NY
Pair of upholstered wingback chairs with wood feet attributed to Gio Ponti. View our complete
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wingback Chairs

Pair of Italian Midcentury Hi Back Lounge Chairs / Armchairs by Gio Ponti, 1955
By ISA Bergamo, Gio Ponti
Located in New York, NY
back chairs by Gio Ponti, 1955 for Editions ISA, Bergamo. Gio Ponti was known for working in the Modern
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wingback Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Hardwood

High Rattan Wingback Chair Designed by Lio Carminati and Gio Ponti
By Lio Carminati, Vittorio Bonacina
Located in Antwerp, BE
High Rattan chair, designed for the Cruiser 'Conte Biancamano' in the late 1940s. Produced by Vittorio Bonacina, Como. Extremely comfortable Rattan high chair.
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wingback Chairs

Pair of Wingback Chairs, Italy, 1950s
By Paolo Buffa, Gio Ponti
Located in Paris, Ile-de-France
chairs in the style of Gio Ponti or Paolo Buffa Italy, 1950s.
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wingback Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Pair of Wingback Chairs, Italy, 1950s
Pair of Wingback Chairs, Italy, 1950s
$16,774 / set
H 38.98 in W 29.93 in D 31.89 in
Italian Rattan Wingback Armchair
By Bonacina, Gio Ponti, Aurelio Caminati
Located in Garnerville, NY
Quality rattan armchair in the manner of Gio Ponti, Tito Agnoli or Lio Carminati. Curved and
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wingback Chairs

Materials

Rattan

Italian Rattan Wingback Armchair
Italian Rattan Wingback Armchair
$1,375
H 39 in W 25.75 in D 30 in
Fabulous Pair of Sculptural Italian Wingback Chairs
By Paolo Buffa, Gio Ponti
Located in Houston, TX
Incredible pair of Paolo Buffa style Italian wingback lounge chairs. Small tapered legs add a
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wingback Chairs

Pair of Gio Ponti Armchairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gio Ponti Armchairs from legendary -Parco dei Principi Hotel, Roma.
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Vintage 1960s Italian Wingback Chairs

Pair of Gio Ponti Armchairs
Pair of Gio Ponti Armchairs
H 39 in W 21 in D 27 in
Luxe Pair of Brass Legged Modern Italian Wingback Chairs in Light Pink Velvet
By Gio Ponti, Paolo Buffa
Located in Houston, TX
Glamorous pair of Italian wingback lounge chairs in the style of Paolo Buffa. Chairs are freshly
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Vintage 1960s Italian Hollywood Regency Wingback Chairs

Materials

Brass

Pair of Italian Wingchairs in the style of Gio Ponti
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
Stunning Pair of Italian Wingchairs in the style of Gio Ponti, upholstered in raw silk
Category

20th Century Italian Wingback Chairs

Materials

Metal, Brass

Pair of Italian Wing Back Chairs
By Gio Ponti
Located in Redding, CT
Amazing sleek and sexy Italian High back chairs. Not your traditional wing back. More narrow and upright . Missing one cushion but easy to match. Use the other cushion as a template....
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Vintage 1980s Italian Hollywood Regency Wingback Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Pair of Italian Wing Back Chairs
Pair of Italian Wing Back Chairs
$2,240 / set
H 48 in W 26 in D 29 in
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Gio Ponti Style Armchairs / Wingback Chairs
By Gio Ponti
Located in Manhasset, NY
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Gio Ponti style arm or wingback chairs. These finely detailed sleek and
Category

Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Gio Ponti Style Armchairs / Wingback Chairs
By Gio Ponti
Located in Manhasset, NY
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Gio Ponti style arm or wingback chairs. These finely detailed sleek and
Category

Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Gio Ponti 3-Seat Wingback Sofa Newly Upholstered in Blue Velvet
By Gio Ponti
Located in London, GB
A fabulous and elegant 3-seat winged back sofa designed by Gio Ponti newly upholstered in navy
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Pair of Italian Wingback Lounge Chairs in the Manner of Gio Ponti
By Gio Ponti
Located in Westport, CT
A rare pair of wingback lounge chairs in the manner of Gio Ponti, manufactured in Italy circa 1950s
Category

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

Materials

Cane, Mohair, Walnut

Pair of Italian Wingback Lounge Chairs / Armchairs by Gio Ponti, Model 512
By Gio Ponti
Located in New York, NY
Ponti. Recently re-upholstered in Italy of Italian cotton. Documentation: See Gio Ponti by Ugo La
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Cotton, Hardwood

Mid-Century Modern Gio Ponti Style Arm, Bergère or Wingback Chairs, a Pair
By Gio Ponti
Located in Manhasset, NY
Mid-Century Modern Gio Ponti style arm or wingback chairs. Listing is for one of two pair of these
Category

Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Gio Ponti Style Club Chairs
By Gio Ponti
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Italian pair of club chairs in the style of Gio Ponti with wingback arm and angular shape. Brass
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Vintage 1950s Italian Club Chairs

Materials

Iron

Gio Ponti Style Club Chairs
Gio Ponti Style Club Chairs
$12,500 / set
H 35 in W 28 in D 34.25 in
Gio Ponti (Attr.), Set of two Wingback Chairs for I.S.A. Bergamo, Italy, 1950s
By Gio Ponti
Located in Argelato, BO
Gio Ponti (Attr.), Set of two red colored wingback chairs, design and manufacturer I. S. A. Bergamo
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Brass

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Wingback Lounge Chairs
By Gio Ponti
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of Mid-Century Modern wingback lounge chairs in the style of Gio Ponti, High backrest with
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Wingback Lounge Chairs
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Wingback Lounge Chairs
$9,800 / set
H 42 in W 29.5 in D 45 in
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Gio Ponti Wingback For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic gio ponti wingback available at 1stDibs. Each gio ponti wingback for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using fabric, wood and velvet. Find 102 options for an antique or vintage gio ponti wingback now, or shop our selection of 2 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. There are many kinds of the gio ponti wingback you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 19th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. A gio ponti wingback made by mid-century modern designers — as well as those associated with modern — is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one gio ponti wingback that is appealing in its simplicity, but Gio Ponti, ISA Bergamo and Lio Carminati produced versions that are worth a look. A large gio ponti wingback can prove too imposing for some spaces, so the smaller gio ponti wingback available at 1stDibs — each spanning 11 in width — may make for a better choice.

How Much is a Gio Ponti Wingback?

The average selling price for a gio ponti wingback at 1stDibs is $7,200, while they’re typically $1 on the low end and $83,366 for the highest priced.

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Questions About Gio Ponti Wingback
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 10, 2025
    Gio Ponti was famous for his work as an architect, furniture and industrial designer and editor. He was arguably the most influential figure in 20th-century Italian modernism. Ponti designed thousands of furnishings and products — from cabinets, mirrors and chairs to ceramics and coffeemakers — and his buildings, including the brawny Pirelli Tower (1956) in his native Milan and the castle-like Denver Art Museum (1971), were erected in 14 countries. Through Domus, the magazine he founded in 1928, Ponti brought attention to virtually every significant movement and creator in the spheres of modern art and design. On 1stDibs, explore a collection of Gio Ponti furniture.