Gio Ponti Art Dèco Italian Sofa from Hotel Bristol Merano, 1950s
By Gio Ponti
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Luxurious Art Deco sofa designed by Gio Ponti for the Hotel Bristol Merano Italia. Sofa with low armrests and a sculptural shape.
Velvet, Beech
$1,845Sale Price|30% Off
Attributed Gio Ponti Art Dèco Italian Armchair from Hotel Bristol Merano, 1950s
By Gio Ponti
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Luxurious Art Deco style armchair attributed by Gio Ponti for Hotel Bristol Merano Italy. Lounge chair with low armrests with a sculptural shape.
Velvet, Beech
Gio Ponti Attribute Art Deco Italian Lounge Armchairs Hotel Bristol Merano 1950s
By Gio Ponti
Located in London, GB
A luxurious and comfortable pair of Italian Art Déco armchairs designed by Gio Ponti for Hotel Bristol Merano Italy. Lounge chairs with low armrests with a curved sculptural shape.
Fabric, Wood
$2,721Sale Price|30% Off
Gio Ponti Art Dèco Italian Lounge Armchair from Hotel Bristol Merano, 50s
By Gio Ponti
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Art Deco armchair, attributed to Gio Ponti, originally designed for the prestigious Hotel Bristol Merano in Italy. The armchair features low, sculptural armrests and an enveloping, ...
Brass
Gio Ponti Art Dèco Italian Lounge Armchair from Hotel Bristol Merano, 50s, Pair
By Gio Ponti
Located in Puglia, Puglia
A luxurious pair of Art Deco armchairs, attributed to Gio Ponti, originally designed for the prestigious Hotel Bristol Merano in Italy. The armchairs feature low, sculptural armrest...
Brass
Paolo Buffa Pair of Camel Velvet Lounge Chairs for Hotel Bristol, Merano, 1950s
By Paolo Buffa
Located in New York, NY
Designed by Paolo Buffa for the Hotel Bristol, Merano, pair of camel or tan velvet lounge chairs or modernist wingback chairs with Italian conical walnut legs.
Brass, Bronze
pair of large Gio Ponti wall mirrors from Hotel Bristol Merano, 1950
By Gio Ponti
Located in Rome, IT
Elegant and very large pair of wall mirrors from Hotel Bristol, designed by Gio Ponti and produced by Fontana Arte in 1950 manufactured by Dassi arredamenti This model was made t...
Mirror, Wood
Pair of Gio Ponti Armchairs from Hotel Bristol Merano, Casa e Giardino, 1954
By Gio Ponti, Casa e Giardino
Located in Chiavari, Liguria
Pair of upholstered armchairs, from the original furnishings of the Hotel Bristol, Merano, designed by Gio Ponti, Casa e Giardino series, Italian manufacture, 1954.
Velvet, Walnut
Paolo Buffa, Lounge Chairs, Wood, Velvet, Italy, 1950s
By Paolo Buffa
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of yellow brown velvet and wood lounge chairs designed by Paolo Buffa for Hotel Bristol, Merano, Italy, c. 1950s. Wear consistent with age and use.
Velvet, Wood
Skai Wingback Armchair Attr. to Mod. 512 attr. to Gio Ponti Produced by ISA
By Gio Ponti, ISA Bergamo
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Measures: Width: 75 cm Depth: 88 cm Height: 104 cm Publication: Gio Ponti by Ugo La Pietra, Rizzoli, New York. References: Hotel Bristol, Merano, Italy. Order it now! We sell th...
Faux Leather, Beech
Sculptural Form Lounge Chairs, Mohair Fabric with Brass Legs, ISA, Italy, 1950
By ISA Bergamo, Gio Ponti
Located in bergen op zoom, NL
The form of these chairs is also very reminiscent of the lounge chairs that Gio Ponti designed for the Hotel Bristol Merano, we feel that these chairs are even more beautiful that Po...
Brass
$44,761 / set
Living room attributed to Gio Ponti for I.S.A.
By Ico & Luisa Parisi, I.S.A. Italy, Gio Ponti, Cassina
Located in Lugo, IT
Possible design for the furnishings of the Hotel Bristol in Merano. Good condition. Thank you.
Fabric
Pair of large 1930's shell-shaped armchairs
By Casa e Giardino
Located in Milano, IT
Model designed for the furnishings of the Hotel Bristol in Merano. Manifattura Casa & Giardino, ca. 1935
Fabric
$2,925Sale Price / item|25% Off
1950's Italian Lounge Chairs in Fuschia Velvet
By (After) Gio Ponti
Located in Hanover, MA
BG SUMMER SALE Three incredibly stylish 1950s Italian armchairs very similar to Gio Ponti's designs for Hotel Bristol di Merano. Newly upholstered in hand stitched fuschia velvet.
Upholstery, Walnut
Mid Century Modern Lanterns by Seguso, in Murano Glass, Italy, circa 1940-50
By Seguso Vetri d'Arte
Located in Merida, Yucatan
These previously hung in a hallway in The Grand Hotel Bristol in Merano Italy, the original brass stems where around 7 inches long and will be provided with purchase if desired, at t...
Murano Glass
Unavailable
H 37.01 in W 29.53 in D 31.5 in
Vintage armchair Paolo Buffa Fumoir Hotel Bristol Merano, Italy, 1954
By Paolo Buffa
Located in Udine, IT
Beautiful vintage armchair Attributed to Paolo Buffa for the fumoir of the Hotel Bristol, Merano (Bz) Made in Italy 1954 Vintage brass legs Studs put on one by one (handmade) New uph...
Brass
Unavailable
H 32.68 in W 63 in D 29.53 in
Armchairs and Sofa by Gio Ponti for Hotel Bristol Merano, circa 1954
Located in Paddock Wood, Kent
Armchairs and sofa by Gio Ponti for Hotel Bristol Merano, circa 1954 A pair of armchairs and a sofa designed by Gio Ponti for the Hotel Bristol in 1954, this set has been fully up...
Upholstery, Hardwood
Pair of Paolo Buffa Chairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of Paolo Buffa chairs from the Hotel Bristol, Merano, Italy New upholstery, springs rebuilt, new finish on the legs.
Wood, Upholstery
Unavailable
H 1 in W 1 in D 1 in
Melchiorre Bega Mahogany Dining Set, 10 Chairs, Table with Three Leaves, Italy
By Melchiorre Bega
Located in Canaan, CT
A complete dining set designed for the hotel Bristol, Merano, Italy. 10 chairs with mahogany frames and upholstered seats.
Wood
Pair of Chairs by Paolo Buffa
By Paolo Buffa
Located in San Diego, CA
Pair of Paolo Buffa chairs designed for the Hotel Bristol in Merano, Italy. New Upholstery as shown.
Paulo Buffa Two-Seat Sofa, circa 1950
By Paolo Buffa
Located in Cremorne/Richmond, Victoria
Paulo Buffa two-seat sofa designed for the Grand Hotel Bristol in Merano, Italy, circa 1950. Upholstered in satin fabric, walnut legs.
Satin
Pair of Ceiling Lamps by Archimede Seguso, Italy, 1950s
By Archimede Seguso
Located in Zurich, CH
Originally made for the Bristol Hotel in Merano, Italy.
Opaline Glass
Giuseppe Ostuni Rare Floor Lamp, 1950s Italy
By Giuseppe Ostuni, Gio Ponti, O-Luce
Located in Morbio Inferiore, CH
This lamp was part of the furniture of the legendary Hotel Bristol of Merano, furnished with exceptional pieces of the great Italian designers such as Gio Ponti and other.
Brass, Aluminum
Pair of Paolo Buffa Wing Chairs from the Hotel Bristol, Merano, Italy
By Paolo Buffa
Located in Stamford, CT
A pair of lounge chairs designed for the Hotel Bristol, Merano Italy, circa 1950 by Paolo Buffa.
Walnut
Italian Armchairs By Gio Ponti For Hotel Bristol Merano, 1950's
By Gio Ponti
Located in Antwerp, Antwerp
A pair of Italian lounge chairs with sculptural shape designed by Gio Ponti for Hotel Bristol Merano Italy in late 1940's or early 1950's.
Cotton, Wood
Sold
H 33.86 in W 28.35 in D 29.14 in
Gio Ponti Art Dèco Italian Lounge Armchair from Hotel Bristol Merano, 1950s
By Gio Ponti
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Luxurious Art Deco style armchair designed by Gio Ponti for Hotel Bristol Merano Italy. Lounge chair with low armrests with a sculptural shape.
Velvet, Beech
Sold
H 35.04 in W 27.96 in D 30.71 in
Gio Ponti Art Dèco Italian Lounge Armchair from Hotel Bristol Merano, 50s
By Gio Ponti
Located in Puglia, Puglia
To keep in mind: luxurious Art Deco style armchair designed by Gio Ponti for Hotel Bristol Merano Italy. Lounge armchair with low armrests with a sculptural shape.
Velvet, Beech, Fir
Sold
H 36.5 in W 26.5 in D 30 in
Mid-Century Modern Italian Armchairs Gio Ponti Hotel Bristol Merano, 1954, Pair
By Gio Ponti
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Can be replaced to meet customer specifications. Gio Ponti Hotel Bristol Merano, 1954. Dimensions: 36 1/2" H x 30" D x 26 1/2" W, seat 16" H.
Sandalwood
Sold
H 36.5 in W 26.5 in L 36.5 in
Gio Ponti Luxury Lounge Arm Chair Pair from Hotel Bristol Merano, Italy 1950s
By Gio Ponti
Located in Chula Vista, CA
For your consideration: Luxurious pair of armchairs Italian Art Deco design by Gio Ponti for Hotel Bristol Merano Italy. Low slung arm lounge chairs with sculptural shape.
Velvet, Wood
Gio Ponti Occasional Table From Hotel Bristol, Merano Italy
By Gio Ponti
Located in Rome, IT
Gio Ponti occasional table from the forniture of the hotel Bristol in Merano ( Italy) 1945 three feet, extraordinary details, walnut veneer sold with a copy of certificate by Gio...
Armchairs by Gio Ponti for Hotel Bristol Merano, C 1954
By Gio Ponti
Located in Paddock Wood Tonbridge, GB
A Pair of armchairs designed by Gio Ponti for the Hotel Bristol in 1954, this set has been fully upholstered, coil sprung seat over hardwood frame covered in heavyweight mint and sil...
Fabric, Hardwood
Sold
H 35.44 in W 59.45 in D 34.26 in
Floral Fabric Sofa by Paolo Buffa for Hotel Bristol Merano, Italy, 1950s
By Paolo Buffa
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
This sofa features wooden legs and is upholstered in a high-quality floral fabric. The fabric is in excellent original condition. It is a vintage item, therefore it might show sli...
Fabric, Wood
Flavio Poli for Seguso Vetri d'Arte Bell Pendant from Hotel Bristol Merano
By Flavio Poli, Seguso Vetri d'Arte
Located in Hanover, MA
This is our very last original iridescent opaque white Murano glass bell-form campagna pendant light designed by Flavio Poli and produced by Seguso Vetri d'Arte for the Hotel Bristol...
Brass
Luxurious Pair of Lounge Chairs by Gio Ponti for Hotel Bristol
Located in New York, NY
Originally designed and installed in the Hotel Bristol, Merano Italy. Raised on gently curled legs, the chairs are exquisitely detailed with near wingback, and curves galore.
Walnut, Mohair
Sold
H 34.65 in W 27.56 in D 26.38 in
Pair of Beige Velvet Armchairs Ascribable to Gio Ponti for Hotel Bristol", 1950s
By Gio Ponti
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
These armchairs are ascribable to Gio Ponti for Hotel Bristol Merano. They are upholstered in velvet and feature wooden feet.
Velvet
Set of Four Armchairs by Paolo Buffa
By Paolo Buffa
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
Set of two armchairs by Paolo Buffa. Provenance: Hotel Bristol Merano. Newly Upholstered in Linen
Linen, Walnut
Gio Ponti Attr. Italian Midcentury Armchairs 50's
By Gio Ponti
Located in bari, IT
Set of two armchair produced for the Hotel Bristol Merano 1950s design Gio Ponti attr.
Velvet, Wood
Pair of Armchairs by P. Buffa
By Paolo Buffa
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
Pair of Armchairs by Paolo Buffa for the Hotel Bristol Merano Provenance Hotel Bristol in Merano
Fine Set of Six Dining Chairs Attributed to Paolo Buffa
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful dining chairs originating from the 1950's Hotel Bristol, Merano, Italy, attributed to Paolo Buufa
Upholstery, Wood
Sold
H 34.65 in W 27.56 in D 26.38 in
Pair of Beige Velvet Armchairs Ascribable to Gio Ponti for Hotel Bistrol, 1950s
By Gio Ponti
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
These armchairs are ascribable to Gio Ponti for Hotel Bristol Merano. They are upholstered in velvet and in excellent original condition, ready to become a piece in a home.
Velvet
Rare Three Piece Suite by Paolo Buffa.
Located in Miami, FL
Rare three piece suite comprising a sofa and two club chairs from the Hotel Bristol, Merano. Newly upholstered, brass legs.
Colorful Murano Glass Leaf Ceiling Fixture by Flavio Poli
By Flavio Poli
Located in New York, NY
Large rectangular ceiling fixture composed of multicolored Murano glass leaves by Flavio Poli for Seguso, for the Hotel Bristol Merano, Italy.
Murano Glass
Sold
H 8.5 in W 80 in D 49 in
Large Rectangular, Colorful Murano Glass, Leaf Ceiling Fixture by Flavio Poli
By Flavio Poli
Located in New York, NY
Large rectangular ceiling fixture composed of multicolored Murano glass leaves by Flavio Poli for Seguso, for the Hotel Bristol Merano, Italy.
Murano Glass
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