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Charlotte Perriand, Pierre Jeanneret and Le Corbusier LC1 Armchairs
By Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand Cassina
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning pair of LC1 Armchairs by Charlotte Perriand, Pierre Jeanneret and Le Corbusier
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Metal, Steel

Mid-Century Modern Pair of LC1 Armchairs by Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Char
By Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand Cassina
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Pair of LC1 Armchairs by Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand
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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Metal

Cowhide LC1 armchairs by Le Corbusier for Cassina, 1970s
By Le Corbusier, Cassina
Located in bruxelles, BE
Chair in black cowhide and metal frame by Le Corbusier. Stamped Le Corbusier. Seat height: 40 cm. Wear due to time and age of the chairs. For shipping, request us for receive the bes...
Category

Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Metal

Vintage Lc1 Armchairs by Le Corbusier - a Pair
By Charlotte Perriand, Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Raleigh, NC
Vintage pair of Lc1 Italian armchairs designed by Le Corbusier, circa 1970s. This pair features a
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal, Chrome

"LC1" leather armchair, Le Corbusier, Cassina, 1960s.
By Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand Cassina
Located in PARIS, FR
Rare "LC1" armchair, first Cassina edition No. 253, designed between 1964 and 1965. Originally
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Mid-20th Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Metal

Armchair LC1, Le Corbusier for Cassina
By Cassina, Le Corbusier
Located in Torino, IT
Armchair LC1, Le Corbusier for Cassina
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Vintage 1970s Italian Armchairs

Materials

Metal

Armchair LC1, Le Corbusier for Cassina
Armchair LC1, Le Corbusier for Cassina
H 24.81 in W 25.6 in D 25.6 in
Pair of Black Leather Le Corbusier Armchairs LC1 by Cassina
By Le Corbusier, Cassina
Located in Vilnius, LT
Pair of vintage LC1 black leather chairs designed by Le Corbusier circa 1928's and manufactured by
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Chrome

Le Corbusier Vintage Black Leather Armchair Model- LC1 for Cassina, 1970s
By Cassina, Le Corbusier, Charlotte Perriand, Pierre Jeanneret
Located in The Hague, NL
Iconic armchair designed by Le Corbusier and manufactured for Cassina, famous Italian furniture
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Chrome

Italian modern armchair LC1 by Le Corbusier Jeanneret Perriand for Cassina 1970s
By Cassina, Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand Cassina
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern armchair LC1 by Le Corbusier Jeanneret Perriand for Cassina 1970s Armchair model LC1
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Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Metal

Le Corbusier Black on Black Armchair Model-LC1 for Cassina, 1970s, Italy
By Cassina, Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand Cassina
Located in The Hague, NL
Armchair designed by Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret and Charlotte Perriand and manufactured for
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Chrome

LC1 Style Leather Lounge Chairs, Pair
By Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand Cassina
Located in Sheffield, MA
The LC1 style occasional lounging arm chairs with leather and springs straps and chrome frame are
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Chrome

LC1 Style Leather Lounge Chairs, Pair
LC1 Style Leather Lounge Chairs, Pair
H 26 in W 24.75 in D 25.38 in
Black Leather Le Corbusier Chair LC1 by Cassina
By Le Corbusier, Cassina
Located in Vilnius, LT
Vintage LC1 black leather chair designed by Le Corbusier circa 1928's and manufactured by Cassina
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Chrome

Pair of LC1 armchairs by Le Corbusier, for Cassina 1970
By Titina Ammannati and Giampiero Vitelli
Located in Manzano, IT
Coppia di poltrone LC1 di Le Corbusier, per Cassina 1970 Un pezzo di storia del design della LC1 di
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Vintage 1970s Italian Armchairs

Materials

Metal

Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand LC1 Chair by Cassina
By Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand Cassina, Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
along with other important models, such as the LC2 and LC3 armchairs, the LC6 table and the LC4 chaise
Category

2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel

Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand LC1 Chair by Cassina
By Cassina, Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
along with other important models, such as the LC2 and LC3 armchairs, the LC6 table and the LC4 chaise
Category

2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel

Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand LC1 Chair by Cassina
By Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand Cassina, Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
along with other important models, such as the LC2 and LC3 armchairs, the LC6 table and the LC4 chaise
Category

2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel

Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand LC1 Chair by Cassina
By Cassina, Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
along with other important models, such as the LC2 and LC3 armchairs, the LC6 table and the LC4 chaise
Category

2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel

Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand LC1 Chair by Cassina
By Cassina, Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
along with other important models, such as the LC2 and LC3 armchairs, the LC6 table and the LC4 chaise
Category

2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel

Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand LC1 Chair by Cassina
By Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand Cassina, Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
along with other important models, such as the LC2 and LC3 armchairs, the LC6 table and the LC4 chaise
Category

2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel

Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand LC1 Chair by Cassina
By Cassina, Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
along with other important models, such as the LC2 and LC3 armchairs, the LC6 table and the LC4 chaise
Category

2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel

Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand LC1 Chair by Cassina
By Cassina, Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
along with other important models, such as the LC2 and LC3 armchairs, the LC6 table and the LC4 chaise
Category

2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel

Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand LC1 Villa Church Chair
By Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand Cassina, Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
. Manufactured by Cassina in Italy. Armchair with structure in polished trivalent chrome plated (CR3) steel
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel

Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand LC1 Outdoor Chair for Cassina
By Cassina, Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand Cassina
Located in Berlin, DE
Prices vary dependent on the chosen color and finish. LC1 white Outdoor chair by Le Corbusier
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel

Pair of armchairs Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand, LC1 Chair
By Cassina
Located in Bastia Umbra, IT
Coppia di poltrone Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand, Sedia LC1 di Cassina, Made
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel

Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand White LC1 Chair by Cassina
By Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand Cassina, Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
LC1 white chair by Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand in 1928. Relaunched in 1965
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel

Le Corbusier, P. Jeanneret, C. Perriand LC1 UAM Chair by Cassina
By Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand Cassina, Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
. Manufactured by Cassina in Italy. Armchair with structure in polished trivalent chrome plated (CR3) steel. The
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel

Set of Four Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret Charlotte Perriand LC1 Black Leather
By Pierre Jeanneret, Le Corbusier, Charlotte Perriand
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret and Charlotte Perriand LC1 black leather lounge chair. chromed
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Late 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Metal

Set of Two Lc1 Chairs by Le Corbusier, Charlotte Perriand by Cassina
By Cassina, Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
along with other important models, such as the LC2 and LC3 armchairs, the LC6 table and the LC4 chaise
Category

2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel

Le Corbusier, P. Jeanneret, C. Perriand Lc1 Chair Outdoor Collection by Cassina
By Cassina, Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
along with other important models, such as the LC2 and LC3 armchairs, the LC6 table and the LC4 chaise
Category

2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel

Le Corbusier, P. Jeanneret, C. Perriand LC1 Chair Outdoor Collection by Cassina
By Cassina, Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
along with other important models, such as the LC2 and LC3 armchairs, the LC6 table and the LC4 chaise
Category

2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel

Le Corbusier, P. Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand LC1 Villa Church Chair by Cassina
By Cassina, Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
. Manufactured by Cassina in Italy. Armchair with structure in polished trivalent chrome plated (CR3) steel
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel

Set of Two LC1 Chairs by Le Corbusier, Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand by Cassina
By Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand Cassina, Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
along with other important models, such as the LC2 and LC3 armchairs, the LC6 table and the LC4 chaise
Category

2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel

Set of Two LC1 Chairs by Le Corbusier, Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand by Cassina
By Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand Cassina, Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
along with other important models, such as the LC2 and LC3 armchairs, the LC6 table and the LC4 chaise
Category

2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel

Set of Two LC1 Chairs, Le Corbusier, P.Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand by Cassina
By Cassina, Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
along with other important models, such as the LC2 and LC3 armchairs, the LC6 table and the LC4 chaise
Category

2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel

Wooden Coffee Table like Perriand, Chapo, Jeanneret, Tripod Base Wabi-Sabi 1940
Located in Paris, FR
, including the famous "Chaise longue LC4"13, the "Armchair with tilting backrest LC 1", the "Grand Confort
Category

Mid-20th Century French Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

Mid Century Bar Cart by Cesare Lacca for Cassina, in Teack whis two Cristal Tops
By Cesare Lacca, Figli di Amadeo Cassina
Located in Vigonza, Padua
design. These included the LC1, LC2, and LC3 armchairs,and the LC4 chaise longue. Today Cassina is the
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts

Materials

Crystal

Pair of Cassina "LC1" Armchairs in Black Leather and Chrome
By Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand Cassina
Located in Salt Lake City, UT
Great condition. Just minor wear from age and use.
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Early 2000s Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather

After Le Corbusier LC1 Style Chairs
By Le Corbusier
Located in Baltimore, MD
Nice vintage pair of Italian leather "sling" or "strap" chairs in the style of Le Corbusier's LC1
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Stainless Steel, Chrome

After Le Corbusier LC1 Style Chairs
After Le Corbusier LC1 Style Chairs
H 27.75 in W 27.75 in D 27.75 in
LC1 armchair by Le Corbusier for Cassina with branding
By Cassina, Le Corbusier
Located in Torino, Piemonte
Sedia modello LC1 design Le Corbusier produzione Cassiana - marchiata e numerata. Sedia in pelle
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Early 2000s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel

Pair of Early Le Corbusier LC1 Sling Chairs, circa 1950
Located in Litchfield, CT
A pair of Le Corbusier LC1 sling chairs, black leather on chrome frames. The leather elements
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Mid-20th Century Armchairs

LC1 "Le Corbusier" by Cassina n 22066 - 22067 with black frame
By Cassina, Charlotte Perriand, Pierre Jeanneret, Le Corbusier
Located in Carpi, IT
Discover the pinnacle of enduring elegance with this exemplary pair of LC1 chairs by Le Corbusier
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel

Le Corbusier - Perriand - Jeanneret LC1 Armchair
By Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand Cassina
Located in Saint ouen, FR
Le Corbusier Charlotte Perriand Pierre Jeanneret LC1 Armchair Cassina edition New Steel
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2010s Armchairs

Materials

Steel

Pair of White Le Corbusier LC1 Armchairs
By Cassina
Located in Vienna, AT
Pair of white Le Corbusier LC1 Armchairs not signed Designed by Le Corbusier in 1929 for Cassina
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Early 20th Century Italian Bauhaus Armchairs

Materials

Steel

Pair of White Le Corbusier LC1 Armchairs
Pair of White Le Corbusier LC1 Armchairs
H 25.6 in W 23.63 in D 25.6 in
Mid-Century Modern LC1 Armchair by Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Perriand
By Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand Cassina
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern LC1 Armchair by Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand, 1960s
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Vintage 1960s Armchairs

Materials

Metal

Italian Midcentury LC1 Armchair by Le Corbusier for Cassina, 1929
By Cassina, Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand Cassina
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian midcentury LC1 armchair by Le Corbusier for Cassina, 1929 LC1 armchairs, pair of light and
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Vintage 1920s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Metal

Pair of Lc1 armchairs by Le Corbusier & Charlotte Perriand for Cassina
By Cassina, Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand Cassina
Located in Piacenza, Italy
Pair of Lc1 armchairs designed by Le Corbusier and Charlotte Perriand for Cassina. Original chromed
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Vintage 1920s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Chrome

Le Corbusier Ch. Perriand & P. Jeanneret, Pair of LC1 Armchairs, Cassina
By Cassina, Pierre Jeanneret, Le Corbusier, Charlotte Perriand
Located in Munster, NRW
Pair of LC1 armchairs, by Charles-Édouard Jeanneret, known as Le Corbusier, Charlotte Perriand and
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Vintage 1960s Italian Bauhaus Armchairs

Materials

Chrome

Cassina Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret & Perriand Red Leather LC1 Armchair
By Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand Cassina, Cassina
Located in Basildon, London
Now known as the 1 Fauteuil Dossier Basculant, the LC1 armchair was originally introduced at the
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Vintage 1920s Italian Armchairs

Materials

Leather

Cow Leather & Chrome Plated Metal 1960/70 LC1 Armchair by Le Corbusier
By Pierre Jeanneret, Le Corbusier, Charlotte Perriand
Located in Varese, Lombardia
LC1 armchair designed by Le Corbusier in polished steel and chrome plated metal with seat and
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Space Age Armchairs

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Mid-Century Modern Set of 2 LC1 Armchairs by Le Corbusier, Jeanneret, Perriand
By Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand Cassina
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern set of 2 LC1 armchairs by Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand
Category

Vintage 1960s French Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Pair of Cassina "LC1" Armchairs in Black "Ponyskin" Leather and Chrome
By Cassina
Located in Barrowford, GB
premier resource for Fine Sofas and Chairs. On offer on this occasion is a rare pair of identical "LC1
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2010s Italian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather

Le Corbusier for Cassina LC1 Armchair, Italy 1960s
By Cassina, Le Corbusier
Located in Naples, IT
Le Corbusier LC1 chair for Cassina 1965 chrome-plated tubular steel frame supporting the sling seat
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Metal

Pair of the LC1 Armchairs by Le Corbusier, for Cassina
By Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand, Cassina, Le Corbusier
Located in Paris, FR
Pair of the LC1 design armchairs Tilt back armchairs by Le Corbusier, Jeanneret and Perriand
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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather

Italian modern LC1 armchair, Le Corbusier, Jeanneret and Perriand, Cassina 1960s
By Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand, Le Corbusier, Cassina, Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand Cassina
Located in MIlano, IT
Small armchair, model LC1, with chromed metal rod structure, with tilting backrest and seat covered
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel

LC1 armchairs by Le Corbusier for Cassina 1970S, set of 2
By Cassina, Le Corbusier
Located in bruxelles, BE
Set of 2 chairs in black leather and metal frame by Le Corbusier. Stamped Le Corbusier. Seat height: 38 cm. Wear due to time and age of the chairs.
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Metal

LC1 armchairs by Le Corbusier for Cassina 1970S, set of 2
By Cassina, Le Corbusier
Located in bruxelles, BE
Set of 2 chairs in cowhide and metal frame by Le Corbusier. Stamped Le Corbusier. Seat height: 40 cm. Wear due to time and age of the chairs.
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Metal

LC1 Armchairs by Le Corbusier for Cassina, 1970s, Set of 2
By Cassina, Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand Cassina
Located in bruxelles, BE
Pair of metal and leather armchairs in white color. stamped LC1 22592. Light wear on the leather
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Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

Le Corbusier Style Cowhide Upholstery 'Lc-1' Chair
By Le Corbusier
Located in Valladolid, ES
A gorgeous couple of LC-1 armchairs, Midcentury, in the style of Le Corbusier from a private
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel

Le Corbusier LC1 Sling Chair, Cassina
By Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand, Le Corbusier
Located in San Pedro Garza Garcia, Nuevo Leon
LC1 armchairs, with chromed steel structure, cow leather back and seat and armrests in black
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Metal

Le Corbusier LC1 Sling Chair, Cassina
Le Corbusier LC1 Sling Chair, Cassina
H 25.79 in W 24.02 in D 24.41 in
Le Corbusier LC1 Sling Chair, Cassina
By Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand, Le Corbusier
Located in San Pedro Garza Garcia, Nuevo Leon
LC1 armchairs, with chromed steel structure, cow leather back and seat and armrests in black
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Metal

Le Corbusier LC1 Sling Chair, Cassina
Le Corbusier LC1 Sling Chair, Cassina
H 25.79 in W 24.02 in D 24.41 in
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Lc1 Armchair For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal lc1 armchair for your home. Each lc1 armchair for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using animal skin, leather and metal. If you’re shopping for a lc1 armchair, we have 89 options in-stock, while there are 22 modern editions to choose from as well. Your living room may not be complete without a lc1 armchair — find older editions for sale from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. Each lc1 armchair bearing Mid-Century Modern or Modern hallmarks is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made lc1 armchair over the years, but those crafted by Cassina, Le Corbusier and Le Corbusier, Jeanneret, Perriand are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Lc1 Armchair?

A lc1 armchair can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $4,891, while the lowest priced sells for $760 and the highest can go for as much as $147,388.

Finding the Right Armchairs for You

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.

In ancient Egypt, the commoners took stools, while in early Greece, ceremonial chairs of carved marble were designated for nobility. But the high-backed early thrones of yore, elevated and ornate, were merely grandiose iterations of today’s armchairs.

Modern-day armchairs, built with functionality and comfort in mind, are now central to tasks throughout your home. Formal dining armchairs support your guests at a table for a cheery feast, a good drafting chair with a deep seat is parked in front of an easel where you create art and, elsewhere, an ergonomic wonder of sorts positions you at the desk for your 9 to 5.

When placed under just the right lamp where you can lounge comfortably, both elbows resting on the padded supports on each side of you, an upholstered armchair — or a rattan armchair for your light-suffused sunroom — can be the sanctuary where you’ll read for hours.

If you’re in the mood for company, your velvet chesterfield armchair is a place to relax and be part of the conversation that swirls around you. Maybe the dialogue is about the beloved Papa Bear chair, a mid-century modern masterpiece from Danish carpenter and furniture maker Hans Wegner, and the wingback’s strong association with the concept of cozying up by the fireplace, which we can trace back to its origins in 1600s-era England, when the seat’s distinctive arm protrusions protected the sitter from the heat of the period’s large fireplaces.

If the fireside armchair chat involves spirited comparisons, your companions will likely probe the merits of antique and vintage armchairs such as Queen Anne armchairs, Victorian armchairs or even Louis XVI armchairs, as well as the pros and cons of restoration versus conservation.

Everyone seems to have a favorite armchair and most people will be all too willing to talk about their beloved design. Whether that’s the unique Favela chair by Brazilian sibling furniture designers Fernando and Humberto Campana, who repurposed everyday objects to provocative effect; or Marcel Breuer’s futuristic tubular metal Wassily lounge chair; the functionality-first LC series from Charlotte Perriand, Le Corbusier and Pierre Jeanneret; or the Eames lounge chair of the mid-1950s created by Charles and Ray Eames, there is an iconic armchair for everyone and every purpose. Find yours on 1stDibs right now.