60s Bentwood Armchair
Located in Ljubljana, SI
Exeptional piece of bentwood and details crafted with experience in woodmaking. Sturdy and really cosy to sit and rest. Pictures and video tells a story of unique find. Cane on se...
Hardwood, Bentwood, Plywood
$1,890Sale Price|20% Off
H 30.32 in W 35.44 in D 45.28 in
Vintage Italian Black Swivel Armchair from 60s
Located in Catania, CT
. Manufactured by Tecnisalotto during the 60s. Labeled.
Steel
$2,970Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 29.93 in W 32.68 in D 31.5 in
Italian Mid-century wood modern armchairs from 60s
Located in Catania, CT
Very good vintage condition for this set of two Italian armchairs manufactured in Italy during the
Fabric, Wood
$1,446
H 29.14 in W 25.99 in D 23.63 in
Italian Rattan and Bamboo Armchair by Tito Agnoli for Bonacina. Italy 60s
By Bonacina, Tito Agnoli
Located in Lucija, SI
Nice Rattan armchair designed by Tito Agnoli and manufactured by Bonacina Made in Italy in the 60s
Bamboo, Rattan
$2,410
H 25.99 in W 20.08 in D 16.93 in
Pigreco Armchair Designed by Tobia Scarpa for Gavina, Italy 60s
By Tobia Scarpa, Gavina
Located in Lucija, SI
space”, representing the concept of dynamism in a product. This is a original chair from the 60s
Velvet, Walnut
$7,715 / set
H 29.14 in W 27.17 in D 28.75 in
Pair of Scandinavian-style solid wood Italian armchairs from the 60s
Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Pair of Italian armchairs from the 60s. Solid wood arms and legs, solid beech backs and seats
Wood
Italian 60s Reclining Wicker Chair
Located in Milan, IT
Italian 60s Reclining wicker chair. Adjustable backrest and footrest, offering a wide range of
Wicker
$2,230
H 29.53 in W 22.45 in D 18.12 in
Mid-Century Red Carimate Armchair by Vico Magistretti for Cassina, Italy, 60s
By Cassina, Vico Magistretti
Located in Lucija, SI
Mid Century armchair Carimate designed by Vico Magistretti for Cassina in Italy in the 60s Made of
Leather, Wood
$2,531
H 33.47 in W 29.93 in D 26.78 in
Midcentury Armchair by Charles Joosten and Carlo Zacconi for Framar, Italy 60s
By Framar
Located in Lucija, SI
midcentury Italian Leather Armchair designed by Charles F.Joosten and Carlo Zacconi for Framar in
Leather, Foam, Wood
$3,218 / set
H 36.62 in W 32.68 in D 31.5 in
Pair of 60s italian armchairs in the style of Gio Ponti in velvet
By Gio Ponti
Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Pair of Italian armchairs from the 60s. Set of armchairs in green velvet (original fabric) and
Oak
$626Sale Price|20% Off
H 31.11 in W 24.41 in D 23.23 in
Vintage blu and orange American Armchair 60s-70s
By Non-Standard Furniture and Lighting
Located in Milano, IT
Swivel and height-adjustable armchair with aluminum base, foam padding, imitation leather
Aluminum
$279Sale Price|20% Off
H 28.75 in W 22.05 in D 19.69 in
Original Armchair from the 60s, Fabric with Floral Motif
Located in Buggiano, IT
Original armchair from the 60s, fabric with floral motif. Italian design. Comes from an old country
Iron
$6,075Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 31.11 in W 51.19 in D 28.35 in
Mid-Century Set of Four Armchairs and a Sofa in Wood and Green Fabric, Italy 60s
Located in Catania, CT
-seater sofa, made from wood and green fabric. Produced in Italy during the 60s. Measures: Armchair
Fabric, Wood
$2,230 / set
H 30.71 in W 22.45 in D 20.87 in
Mid-Century Italian Bamboo Folding Chairs, Italy 60s, Set of 2
Located in Lucija, SI
Nice pair of folding bamboo chairs made in Italy in the 60s
Fabric, Bamboo
$2,350
H 31.5 in W 33.47 in D 23.63 in
Italian Modern Easy Chair Attributed to Augusto Bozzi for Saporiti, Italy 60s
By Augusto Bozzi
Located in Lucija, SI
Rare green blue Armchair was made in Italy in late '60s. The design of this easy chair is
Metal
$1,832Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 28.75 in W 24.61 in D 22.05 in
Group of three Vintage American Armchairs 60s-70s, green and orange
By Non-Standard Furniture and Lighting
Located in Milano, IT
Swivel and height adjustable armchairs, Aluminum base, foam padding, imitation leather upholstery
Aluminum
$3,254
H 29.14 in W 30.32 in D 25.6 in
Wassily steel chromed and leather armchair by Marcel Breuer for Gavina 60s
By Marcel Breuer, Gavina
Located in Padova, IT
Italian mid-century Wassily black leather armchair by Breuer for Gavina, 1960s. Wassily Chair also
Steel
$2,169
H 26.38 in W 35.44 in D 30.32 in
Bastiano leather armchair by Afra e Tobia Scarpa for Gavina 60s, 70s
By Gavina, Tobia Scarpa
Located in Padova, IT
famous Italian architect Carlo Scarpa, Tobia Scarpa trained in Venice before launching his career as a as
Beech, Leather
$10,801 / set
H 31.5 in W 39.38 in D 35.44 in
Pair of "Sella" Armchairs with Ottoman by Carlo De Carli for Sormani, 60s
By Carlo di Carli
Located in Brussels, BE
Pair of "Sella" Armchairs with Ottoman by Carlo De Carli for Sormani, 60s Carlo de Carli (bon 1910
Leather
$6,389 / set
H 29.14 in W 30.32 in D 25.6 in
2 Wassily steel chromed and leather armchairs by M. Breuer for Gavina 60s, 70s
By Gavina, Marcel Breuer
Located in Padova, IT
Italian mid-century Wassily black leather armchair by Breuer for Gavina, 1960s. Wassily chair also
Metal
$2,218Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 33.86 in W 32.29 in D 28.75 in
Italian Mid-Century Pair of Armchairs from the Sixties
Located in bari, IT
Set of two elegant Italian armchairs from the 60s, metal and wood structure completely restored and
Metal
$2,165 / set
H 38.19 in W 22.45 in D 30.32 in
Pair of 60s Italian Bent Bamboo Rattan Bohemian French Riviera Lounge Armchairs
By Adrien Audoux and Frida Minnet
Located in Carimate, Como
Beautiful 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern pair of armchairs in rattan wicker bamboo with great
Bamboo
$2,290 / set
H 30.32 in W 21.66 in D 19.69 in
Pair Mid-Century Modern Leather and Wood Armchairs by Ibisco Sedie, Italy 60s
By Ibisco Sedie
Located in Lucija, SI
Pair of leather and beech wood chairs were made by Ibisco Sedie Italy in the 60s
Leather, Wood, Beech
$15,038Sale Price / set|53% Off
H 27.56 in W 125.99 in D 74.81 in
Vintage Sofa and Matching Armchair, 60s. (ASK FOR AVAILABILITY)
Located in Saint-Ouen (PARIS), FR
cushions. Italy, 1960s Dimensions: Sofa: 320 x 190 x H 70 cm Armchair: 100 x 80 x H 70 cm.
Fabric, Wood
$6,027 / set
H 33.08 in W 48.43 in D 20.87 in
Living Room Set, Armchairs, Loveaseat Table by Marco Zanuso for Poltronova 60s
By Poltronova, Marco Zanuso
Located in Padova, IT
Astonishing living room set, composed by a loveseat, 2 armchairs and a circular coffee table
Brass
$21,819 / set
H 32.29 in W 48.04 in D 27.56 in
European Mid-century Modern Living Room Set with Two Armchairs and Sofa, 50s-60s
Located in Palermo, IT
This refined European mid-century modern living room set consists of two armchairs and one two
Brass, Iron
Italian Armchair, 1960s
Located in Berlin, DE
Italian vintage armchair of the 60s completely redone in a velvet Orange Curry. Absolutely sublime
Velvet
A Pair Of Italian 60's Armchairs
Located in Kent, Dover
A pair of Italian armchairs in their original mustard fabric. On black metal and brass tapering
60's Italian Wings Armchair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
60's Italian wings armchair upholstered with beige leather
Wood, Leather
A Pair of 60's Italian Armchairs
Located in Kent, Dover
A pair of Italian armchairs of stylish design with black metal and brass tapering legs.
Pair of Italian Armchairs from the 60´s
Located in Girona, Girona
Pair of armchairs, black iron and brass feet, light gray fabric upholstery. Italy, circa 1960
Gianfranco Frattini Armchairs Italy 60s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Published Wood Upholstered Armchairs
Tiki Arm Armchairs - Italy 60s
By Busnelli Exports
Located in Paris, FR
Pair of “Tiki Arm” armchairs Production Busnelli, Italy circa 1960. Wooden structure, Plesten
Wood
Tiki armchairs - Busnelli - Italy 60s
By Busnelli
Located in Paris, FR
Pair of Italian Tiki armchairs - Busnelli Edition - Italy, 1960s Wooden frame, Plesten monocoque
Fabric, Wood
Tiki armchair Edition Busnelli - Italy 60s
By Busnelli
Located in Paris, FR
“Tiki Arm” armchairs Production Busnelli, Italy around 1960. Wooden structure, Plesten monocoque
Fabric, Wood
60's Ico Parisi for MIM Armchair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rare 60's Ico Parisi for MIM leather and wood armchair
Wood, Leather
Pair of Italian 60s Gianfranco Frattini Armchairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Published Wood Upholstered Armchairs
Vintage Armchairs Fabric Metal Italy 1950s-60s
Located in Milano, IT
Pair of armchairs with adjustable headrest and reclining backrest with foam padding, fabric
Metal, Brass
Mid Century Armchair by Anonima Castelli, Italy 60s
By Anonima Castelli
Located in Lucija, SI
Mid century modern armchair made by Anonima Castelli in the 60s. Armchair in solid beech. It was
Fabric, Beech
Pair of Italian 60s Marco Zanuso "Lady" Armchairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
hey lil'"Lady" armchairs from the great Maestro Zanuso. Completely reupholstered.
Armchairs from the 60s
Located in Milano, IT
Pair of armchairs, spring and foam padding, fabric cover.
Fabric, Foam
Sold
H 30.32 in W 25.6 in D 23.63 in
Set Of 6 Armchairs Designed By Eero Saarinen For Knoll, Italy 60's
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in Madrid, ES
structure and reupholstered in bouclé wool fabric. Measurements: W 65 x D 60 x H 45/77 cm Every item LA
Metal
Italian 60s Cane Armchair attributed to Franco Albini
Located in Los Angeles, CA
From Ditta Castano-Como 1963/64 this uniquely formed chair is made of cane with some of the sections handwoven.
"Domus # 418 September 1964"
Formanova armchairs from the 60s
By Formanova
Located in Catania, IT
Formanova armchairs from the 60s. In good condition with small wear and tear caused by years and
Metal
Sold
H 31.5 in W 22.05 in D 29.53 in
Mid Century Modern Armchair Attributed to Augusto Romano, Italy 60s
By Augusto Romano
Located in Lucija, SI
Scandinavian design Armchair was designed by Augusto Romano in Italy, in '60s. This Chair is made
Rope, Wood
Sold
H 33.86 in W 24.02 in D 22.05 in
Mid Century Modern Leather Armchairs from Busnelli, Italy 60s, Pair
By Busnelli
Located in Lucija, SI
Special Mid Century Brown, Lounge, Leather Armchairs were made by Busnelli Italy in '60s. These
Metal
Pair of 50s-60s Armchairs
Located in Milano, IT
Armchairs with foam padding, velvet upholstery, brass legs.
Brass
Pair of 1950s-60s Armchairs
Located in Milano, IT
Armchairs; foam padding, skai upholstery, stained beech wood structure. Product in very good
Foam, Beech
Pair of 1950s-60s Armchairs
Located in Milano, IT
Armchairs; foam padding, fabric covering, metal legs with brass tip.
Metal, Brass
Pair of 1950s-60s Armchairs
Located in Milano, IT
Armchairs; foam padding, fabric covering, metal legs with brass tip. Product in very good
Metal, Brass
Pair of Vintage Red 60's Armchair Dal Vera Design
By Dal Vera
Located in None, IT
Pair of beech wood armchairs with red eco-leather seat, Dal Vera design, 1960s. CONDITIONS: In
Wood
Sold
H 27.96 in W 28.75 in D 35.44 in
Original 60s "Hyaline" Armchair by Fabio Lenci for Confortline, Glass Italy
By Fabio Lenci
Located in Catania, IT
Italy. The armchair is absolutely original from the 60s/70s, it still has the old manufacturer's label
Aluminum, Iron
Sold
H 36.23 in W 30.71 in D 27.56 in
Vintage Danish 60's Black Leather Armchair Design Illum Illum Wikkelsø
By Illum Wikkelsø
Located in None, IT
Armchair with rosewood legs and black leather upholstery, design Illum wikkelsø, 1960s
Leather, Palisander
Sold
H 39.38 in W 24.81 in D 39.38 in
Gio Ponti Continuum Armchair Rattan Upholstered Fabric Green Bonacina Italy 60s
By Bonacina 1889, Gio Ponti
Located in Catania, IT
Armchair “Continuum” by Gio Ponti. Manufactured by Bonacina Italy, 1963. Structure in rush and
Rattan
Modern-mid century, set of 2 italian armchairs from the 50s-60s
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Pair of vintage armchairs from the 50s-60s, Italian manufacture. The armchairs have an iron leg
Brass, Iron
Mid-Century P. Buffa for Frama Wood and Satin Armchair 60s Italy
By Paolo Buffa, Frama
Located in Palermo, IT
Very Stylish set of 2 armchairs with wooden structure and curved arms, covered in white satin with
Fabric, Wood
Sold
H 29.53 in W 22.45 in D 18.51 in
Mid Century Carimate Armchair, Design by Vico Magistretti, Cassina Italy 60s
By Vico Magistretti, Cassina
Located in Lucija, SI
Mid Century armchair Carimate designed by Vico Magistretti and produce by Cassina in the late 60s
Rope, Wood
Pair of Harry Bertoia Style 60s Armchairs.
By Harry Bertoia
Located in Bellport, NY
Chic pair of Harry Bertoia Style Armchairs. Cherry wood splayed legs, wide arm rests, taupe faux
Faux Leather
Pair of armchairs "Kiushu" by Saporiti - 60s
By Sergio and Giorgio Saporiti
Located in Paris, FR
Italian armchairs called "Kiushu" by Sergio and Fratelli Saporiti, designed in the 1960s. Dark
Velvet, Wood
Sold
H 28.75 in W 31.5 in D 26.38 in
Pair of leather and metal Wassily armchairs by M. Breuer for Gavina 60's, 70's
By Marcel Breuer, Gavina
Located in Padova, IT
Italian mid-century Wassily black leather armchair by Breuer for Gavina, 1960s Wassily Lounge Chair
Chrome
Pair of Vintage 60's Aemchairs in Brown Leather Italian Design
Located in None, IT
Pair of armchairs with black metal structure, chromed metal feet and brown leather seat, 1960s
Metal
Handmade Round Rattan Lounge Chair, Italy 60s
By Franco Albini
Located in Landgraaf, NL
Hand made rattan lounge chair, Italy 60s. Organic shape and beautiful color / patina. With
Cowhide, Rattan
Vintage Armchairs 50s-60s Metal Feet Cloth Spring Padding
Located in Milano, IT
Pair of armchairs with spring padding, cloth upholstery and metal feet.
Metal
Pair of Armchairs by RIMA Gastone Rinaldi from the 60s
By Gastone Rinaldi
Located in Catania, IT
Pair of armchairs in good condition with metal frame and fabric lined. The pair of armchairs was
Metal
Pair of Italian Armchairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of 60's Italian lacquered armchairs, very elegant and beautifully upholstered
Wood
Italian 60s Cane Chair attributed to Franco Albini
Located in Los Angeles, CA
From Ditta Castano-Como, the whole structure is composed of cane and hand woven together.
Sold
H 32.68 in W 41.34 in D 35.44 in
20th Century Carlo de Carli Pair of Armchairs mod. Sella for Sormani, 60s
By Carlo di Carli, Sormani
Located in Turin, Turin
than their being, and opens to their mutual relationships. Here we have a pair of model Sella armchairs
Brass
Vintage Italian Black Armchair Mid century
Located in Lège Cap Ferret, FR
Lovely Italian armchair from the 60s. Completely renovated and covered with a black fabric from
Fabric
Sold
H 33.86 in W 37.01 in D 22.05 in
Mid-Century Bamboo and Rattan Rocking Chair Franco Albini style, Italy 60s
By Franco Albini, Bonacina
Located in Palermo, IT
in the style of Franco Albini, Italy 1960s. Wear consistent with age and use.
Bamboo, Rattan
Pair of italian armchairs - space age 70s
By Mobil Girgi
Located in Paris, FR
rare pair of rounded Italian armchairs from the 60s restored in a green textured fabric from a
Fabric, Bouclé
Pair of Italian Plywood & Bouclé Armchairs, 1960s
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Great comfort for these Italian armchairs from the 60s. They have a unique and very sophisticated
Leather, Fabric, Plywood
Carlo De Carli Swingin' 60s Chair for Sormani
By Paul Sormani, Carlo di Carli
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Armchair in brass, pallisander and leather. All original!
Sold
H 34.65 in W 33.08 in D 29.53 in
Pair of 20th Century Orange Fabric Italian Design Armchairs, 1960
Located in Vicoforte, Piedmont
Pair of Italian design armchairs from the 60s / 70s. Furniture by Gigi Radice for Minotti covered
Fabric
Sold
H 33.47 in W 35.83 in D 31.5 in
Pair of 20th Century Pink Fabric Italian Giò Ponti Style Armchairs, 1960
Located in Vicoforte, Piedmont
Pair of Italian armchairs from the 60s/70s. Italian design furniture attributable to the Gio Ponti
Fabric, Wood
Sold
H 26.38 in W 26.38 in L 26.38 in
Pair of Eugenio Gerli Midcentury Green Fabric Italian Armchairs, Tecno 1960s
By Eugenio Gerli, Tecno
Located in Roma, IT
designed by Eugenio Gerli and produced by Tecno in Italy in the 60s. These splendid armchairs are in
Metal
Italian Armchairs 1950-60's
Located in Los Angeles, CA
We are searching for the architect of these armchairs...either Carlo de Carli or Paolo Buffa
Sold
H 27.56 in Dm 35.44 in
Poltrona "Ball" Space Age Girevole in Fibra di Vetro e Bouclè Bianco, Italia 60s
By Luciano Frigerio
Located in Naples, IT
, anni '60 Questa poltrona è caratterizzata da una seduta di forma concava arroccata su una base conica
Fabric, Fiberglass
A Pair Of Stylish 60's Italian Armchairs
Located in Kent, Dover
A pair of Italian armchairs of stylish design. Newly upholstered in grey wool, with black buttons
Pair of 60´s Italian Zanuso Style Armchairs
By Marco Zanuso
Located in Madrid, ES
Pair of lady chairs in the style of Marco Zanuso, legs are in bronze, very confortable and reupholstered in purple velvet.
Brass
Chic Pair of Italian 60s Leather Armchairs.
Located in Bellport, NY
Chic Pair of 60s Italian Armchairs. Solid cherry wood splayed legs,leather upholstery,lots of shape
Cherry, Leather
Pair of Italian 60s Marco Zanuso "Lady" Armchairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of Zanuso "Lady" armchairs
Sold
H 28.35 in W 59.45 in D 31.5 in
Set Bastiano Sofa, Armchairs and Table, Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Gavina, Italy 60s
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Gavina
Located in Lucija, SI
Set of sofa, two armchairs and coffee table Model Bastiano, designed by Afra and Tobia Scarpa in
Velvet, Wood
Sold
H 33.47 in W 25.2 in D 25.2 in
Pair of 60s Italian Bent Bamboo Rattan Bohemian French Riviera Lounge Armchairs
By Adrien Audoux and Frida Minnet
Located in Carimate, Como
Beautiful 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern pair of armchairs in rattan wicker bamboo with great
Bamboo
$656Sale Price|44% Off
H 14.97 in W 14.97 in D 7.88 in
Wall lighting Flower Glass Murano with chrome Structure , Italy 1980s
By Venini
Located in La xara, VC
Exceptional Murano glass floral pendant chandelier attributed to Venini . Exceptional piece for its design and quality. Piece in good condition. Also available with a wall light, s...
Chrome
$2,652 / set
H 31.89 in W 25.6 in D 26.78 in
Italian Comfortable Midcentury Rattan Wicker and Iron Lounge Chairs, set of 4
Located in Morazzone, Varese
Cozy and very comfortable lounge chairs with generous big seat. Made in the 1960s in Italy. The complete curvy seat and backrest is made of handmade wicker-rattan and in overall very...
Iron
Murano Glass Ribbed Sconces
Located in Austin, TX
Pair of sconces from Murano, Italy made of hand-blown and stamped glass. The ribbed texture of the glass creates a beautiful filter for the light. The structure is made of brass. The...
Brass
Mid Century Modern Bamboo Stool by Franco Albini for Bonacina, Italy 60s
By Bonacina, Franco Albini
Located in Lucija, SI
Mid Century bamboo Stool was designed by Franco Albini for Bonacina Italy in '60s. Stool is in top vintage condition. It is stable and ready to bring vintage, bohemian charm in your ...
Bamboo, Rattan
$1,446
H 7.09 in Dm 14.97 in
Italian mid-century Opaline glass gold dust wall lamp by Barovier&Toso, 1960s
By Barovier&Toso
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian mid-century modern opaline glass wall with gold dust lamp by Barovier&Toso, 1960s Wall lamp with a round base in opaline glass decorated with gold dust. The diffuser has conc...
Opaline Glass
Pierre paulin ''Oyster ' Lounge chair for Artifort 1960s
By Artifort, Pierre Paulin
Located in Den Haag, NL
Artifort "Oyster" easy chair .New Upholstery in bright Blue Purple fabric ,early version .1960s Design by Pierre Paulin . Very good condition . Good seating comfort .
Fabric
$8,197
H 24.81 in W 39.38 in D 39.38 in
Paolo Tilche Pair of Italian Mid-Century Modern Ratan Armchairs Model “Silvia”
By Paolo Tilche, Arform
Located in Barcelona, ES
Paolo Tilche (1925-2000) Pair of armchairs model “Silvia” Manufactured by Arform, Italy, 1956 Rattan Pair of Italian 20th century ratan armchairs Model “Silvia” Measuremen...
Rattan
Handmade Bamboo and Wicker Console Table with Handles
Located in Marbella, ES
Encantadora mesa auxiliar de ratán natural, de estructura ligera y resistente, ideal para aportar calidez y funcionalidad a cualquier espacio. Su diseño incluye dos niveles de baldas...
Bamboo, Wicker
$2,169 / set
H 25.2 in W 8.27 in D 4.34 in
Beautiful Pair of Vintage Murano Wall Sconce – Iridescent Triedri Glass, Murano
By Venini
Located in Budapest, HU
Fantastic pair of vintage Murano wall sconce made by 7 Murano iridescent prism (triedri) for each applique in a chrome metal frame. The shape of this sconce is column. The glasses ha...
Blown Glass, Murano Glass
$4,097
H 35.44 in W 32.29 in D 36.62 in
"Oyster" Lounge Chair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, Netherlands, 1970s
By Artifort, Pierre Paulin
Located in DE MEERN, NL
Artifort F157 "Oyster" chair designed by Pierre Paulin (1927-2009) for Artifort in 1970S. Introducing the Oyster lounge chair by Pierre Paulin, a true masterpiece of mid-century mod...
Chrome
$8,438 / set
H 30.32 in Dm 21.66 in
Venini “Toni Zuccheri" Couple Chandelier Murano Glass Brass, 1960, Italy
By Toni Zuccheri
Located in Milano, IT
Venini “Toni Zuccheri” couple chandelier Murano glass brass, 1960, Italy.
Murano Glass
Armchairs have run the gamut from prestige to ease and everything in between, and everyone has an antique or vintage armchair that they love.
Long before industrial mass production democratized seating, armchairs conveyed status and power.
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