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Matteo Grassi Korium

Matteo Grassi 'Korium' Leather Chair
Matteo Grassi 'Korium' Leather Chair

Matteo Grassi 'Korium' Leather Chair

By Matteo Grassi

Located in London, GB

Designed by Matteo Grassi in the 1970s, the 'Korium' leather chair is a striking example of Italian modernism, celebrated for its bold sculptural form and luxurious materials.

Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather

Matteo Grassi Korium Leather Armchair or Chair Korium by Tito Agnoli
Matteo Grassi Korium Leather Armchair or Chair Korium by Tito Agnoli

Matteo Grassi Korium Leather Armchair or Chair Korium by Tito Agnoli

By Tito Agnoli, Matteo Grassi

Located in Munich, Bavaria

This leather armchair Korium KM 3/1 was designed by Tito Agnoli for Matteo Grassi.

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather

8 Matteo Grassi “Korium” Dining Chairs, in Brown Coach Leather
8 Matteo Grassi “Korium” Dining Chairs, in Brown Coach Leather

8 Matteo Grassi “Korium” Dining Chairs, in Brown Coach Leather

Located in Barrowford, GB

This is an ultra-rare opportunity to acquire what is, unequivocally, the best of the best, it being a most spectacular, beautifully-presented 8-piece suite of “Korium KM1” Dining Cha...

Category

2010s Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather

Desk Chair by Tito Agnoli
Desk Chair by Tito Agnoli

Desk Chair by Tito Agnoli

By Matteo Grassi, Tito Agnoli

Located in Chicago, IL

Tito Agnoli for Matteo Grassi "Korium" desk chair. Original leather with nice patina.

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

Two-Seater "Korium" Sofa by Tito Agnoli for Matteo Grassi. Italy, 1970s/1980s
Two-Seater "Korium" Sofa by Tito Agnoli for Matteo Grassi. Italy, 1970s/1980s

Two-Seater "Korium" Sofa by Tito Agnoli for Matteo Grassi. Italy, 1970s/1980s

By Matteo Grassi

Located in Nashville, TN

Item Details: Two-Seater Green leather sofa. The leather cushions are embossed with “Matteo Grassi” and are held together by zippers. Frame is leather Creator: Tito Agnoli for Matteo...

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Tito Agnoli Korium Armchair by Matteo Grassi, Leather, Italy, 1970
Tito Agnoli Korium Armchair by Matteo Grassi, Leather, Italy, 1970

Tito Agnoli Korium Armchair by Matteo Grassi, Leather, Italy, 1970

By Tito Agnoli, Matteo Grassi

Located in Byron Bay, NSW

Leather armchair Korium Tito Agnoli for Matteo Grassi. Sophisticated, stylish and very comfortable is this Korium full leather arm chair which was designed by Tito Agnoli in the 1970s.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather

Tito Agnoli Model Korium for Matteo Grassi Sofa, Italy 1970s
Tito Agnoli Model Korium for Matteo Grassi Sofa, Italy 1970s

Tito Agnoli Model Korium for Matteo Grassi Sofa, Italy 1970s

By Matteo Grassi, Tito Agnoli

Located in Delft, NL

Tito Agnoli Model Korium for Matteo Grassi sofa, Italy 1970s A blue/grey leather sofa, model Korium, designed by Tito Agnoli for Matteo Grassi, Italy.

Category

20th Century Italian Sofas

Materials

Leather

Tito Agnoli, Desk / Swivel Chair "Korium" for Matteo Grassi, Post-Modern / Italy
Tito Agnoli, Desk / Swivel Chair "Korium" for Matteo Grassi, Post-Modern / Italy

Tito Agnoli, Desk / Swivel Chair "Korium" for Matteo Grassi, Post-Modern / Italy

By Matteo Grassi, Tito Agnoli

Located in Stockholm, SE

Desk / Swivel office chair in leather, designed by Tito Agnoli for Matteo Grassi Model "Korium" with original leather, nice patina.

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Leather, Plastic

Postmodern Design KORIUM KM1 Leather Armchair by Tito Agnoli for Matteo Grassi
Postmodern Design KORIUM KM1 Leather Armchair by Tito Agnoli for Matteo Grassi

Postmodern Design KORIUM KM1 Leather Armchair by Tito Agnoli for Matteo Grassi

By Matteo Grassi, Tito Agnoli

Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN

Vintage Postmodern Design KORIUM KM1 Leather Arm Chair by Tito Agnoli for Matteo Grassi.

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather

Set of 4 Korium Chairs in leather by Tito Agnoli for Matteo Grassi, Italy 1979
Set of 4 Korium Chairs in leather by Tito Agnoli for Matteo Grassi, Italy 1979

Set of 4 Korium Chairs in leather by Tito Agnoli for Matteo Grassi, Italy 1979

By Tito Agnoli, Matteo Grassi

Located in Beograd, RS

In this listing you will find a set of 4 cognac brown postmodernist dining chairs, designed by Tito Agnoli for Matteo Grassi in 1979 in Italy. This model of the chair or armchair is ...

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Armchairs

Materials

Metal

20th Century Black Leather Armchair "Korium" by Tito Agnoli for Matteo Grassi
20th Century Black Leather Armchair "Korium" by Tito Agnoli for Matteo Grassi

20th Century Black Leather Armchair "Korium" by Tito Agnoli for Matteo Grassi

By Tito Agnoli

Located in Sofia, BG

Midcentury leather armchair Korium by Tito Agnoli for Matteo Grassi. Made in 1980 and in very good condition, Italy.

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather

Postmodern Black Leather Korium Armchair by Tito Agnoli for Matteo Grassi, Italy
Postmodern Black Leather Korium Armchair by Tito Agnoli for Matteo Grassi, Italy

Postmodern Black Leather Korium Armchair by Tito Agnoli for Matteo Grassi, Italy

By Tito Agnoli

Located in Weesp, NL

Postmodern Black Leather Korium Armchair by Tito Agnoli for Matteo Grassi, Italy, 1980s Elevate your interior with this iconic Korium armchair designed by Tito Agnoli for Matteo Gra...

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather

Tito Agnoli Korium Lounge Chair in Black Buffalo Leather, 1980
Tito Agnoli Korium Lounge Chair in Black Buffalo Leather, 1980

Tito Agnoli Korium Lounge Chair in Black Buffalo Leather, 1980

By Matteo Grassi, Tito Agnoli

Located in Ludwigslust, DE

The lounge chair by Matteo Grassi comes in a deep black color. The thick buffalo leather of the back and seat cushions has a beautiful structure, is soft and undamaged.

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather

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Matteo Grassi Korium Set, Black Saddle leather, 70s, Italian, by Tito Agnoli
Matteo Grassi Korium Set, Black Saddle leather, 70s, Italian, by Tito Agnoli

Matteo Grassi Korium Set, Black Saddle leather, 70s, Italian, by Tito Agnoli

By Matteo Grassi, Tito Agnoli

Located in Ludwigslust, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern

Matteo Grassi Korium Set, Black Saddle leather, 70s, Italian,by Tito Agnoli This Korium set with a 2-seater and 2 chairs comes in black saddle leather and is in good condition.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Living Room Sets

Materials

Leather

Matteo Grassi Korium Lounge Chairs Pair, by Tito Agnoli, Black Saddle Leather
Matteo Grassi Korium Lounge Chairs Pair, by Tito Agnoli, Black Saddle Leather

Matteo Grassi Korium Lounge Chairs Pair, by Tito Agnoli, Black Saddle Leather

By Tito Agnoli

Located in Ludwigslust, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern

Matteo Grassi Korium Lounge Chairs Pair, by Tito Agnoli, Black Saddle Leather, Italian Design This pair of 2 Korium lounge chairs comes in black saddle leather and is in good condit...

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather

Matteo Grassi Korium 2-Seat by Tito Agnoli, Black Saddle Leather, Italian, 70s
Matteo Grassi Korium 2-Seat by Tito Agnoli, Black Saddle Leather, Italian, 70s

Matteo Grassi Korium 2-Seat by Tito Agnoli, Black Saddle Leather, Italian, 70s

By Tito Agnoli

Located in Ludwigslust, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern

Matteo Grassi Korium 2-Seat by Tito Agnoli, Black Saddle Leather, Italian, 70s This Korium 2-seat comes in black saddle leather and is in good condition.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Benches

Materials

Leather

Korium Leather Armchairs, by Tito Agnoli for Matteo Grassi
Korium Leather Armchairs, by Tito Agnoli for Matteo Grassi

Korium Leather Armchairs, by Tito Agnoli for Matteo Grassi

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H 33.08 in W 31.11 in D 19.69 in

Korium Leather Armchairs, by Tito Agnoli for Matteo Grassi

By Matteo Grassi, Tito Agnoli

Located in Lugano, CH

Set of four leather armchairs, in black. These 'Korium' chairs were designed by Tito Agnoli for Matteo Grassi.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Armchairs

Materials

Leather

Tito Agnoli armchairs 'Korium' with a 'Metron' table by Matteo Grassi
Tito Agnoli armchairs 'Korium' with a 'Metron' table by Matteo Grassi

Tito Agnoli armchairs 'Korium' with a 'Metron' table by Matteo Grassi

By Matteo Grassi, Tito Agnoli

Located in Köln, NRW

Extraordinary set consisting of four armchairs model 'Korium' with matching table by the Italian designer Tito Agnoli, produced by Matteo Grassi.

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Set of 4 Korium Armchairs by Tito Agnoli for Matteo Grassi, 1970s
Set of 4 Korium Armchairs by Tito Agnoli for Matteo Grassi, 1970s

Set of 4 Korium Armchairs by Tito Agnoli for Matteo Grassi, 1970s

By Matteo Grassi, Tito Agnoli

Located in Lugano, TI

Set of 4 beautiful and extremely comfortable "Korium" leather armchairs, designed by Tito Agnoli for Matteo Grassi, Italy.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Club Chairs

Materials

Leather

Korium Black Leather Armchairs
Korium Black Leather Armchairs

Korium Black Leather Armchairs

Unavailable

H 33 in W 31 in D 20 in

Korium Black Leather Armchairs

By Matteo Grassi, Tito Agnoli

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Set of four Italian black leather armchairs manufactured by Matteo Grassi. These "Korium" chairs were designed by Tito Agnoli and are extremely comfortable to sit in and are lightwei...

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Upholstery

Pair of “Korium” Leather Chairs by Tito Agnoli for Matteo Grassi
Pair of “Korium” Leather Chairs by Tito Agnoli for Matteo Grassi

Pair of “Korium” Leather Chairs by Tito Agnoli for Matteo Grassi

By Tito Agnoli

Located in AMSTELVEEN, NL

A pair of aubergine/bordeaux-purple “Korium” leather chairs by Matteo Grassi, designed by Tito Agnoli.

Category

1990s Italian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather

Tito Angola for Matteo Grassi Korium KM1 Leather Chairs, Italy 1970
Tito Angola for Matteo Grassi Korium KM1 Leather Chairs, Italy 1970

Tito Angola for Matteo Grassi Korium KM1 Leather Chairs, Italy 1970

By Matteo Grassi, Tito Agnoli

Located in Chicago, IL

Tito Angola for Matteo Grassi Korium KM1 Leather Chairs, Italy 1970’s.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather

Matteo Grassi Korium Armchair Black Leather, 1970
Matteo Grassi Korium Armchair Black Leather, 1970

Matteo Grassi Korium Armchair Black Leather, 1970

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H 34.65 in W 24.41 in D 18.9 in

Matteo Grassi Korium Armchair Black Leather, 1970

By Matteo Grassi

Located in Oirlo, LI

Rare dining room chairs. The used Matteo Grassi Korium has a special appearance. The frame of the chair is fully covered with sturdy black leather.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Armchairs

Materials

Leather

Matteo Grassi Korium armchairs Tito Agnoli
Matteo Grassi Korium armchairs Tito Agnoli

Matteo Grassi Korium armchairs Tito Agnoli

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H 33.47 in W 24.81 in D 19.69 in

Matteo Grassi Korium armchairs Tito Agnoli

By Matteo Grassi, Tito Agnoli

Located in Den Haag, NL

Six wonderful armchairs designed by Tito Agnoli for Matteo Grassi model Korium. Metal frame all covered with top quality leather, in a superb orange red color.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather

Matteo Grassi Korium leather lounge chair by Tito Agnoli, 1980
Matteo Grassi Korium leather lounge chair by Tito Agnoli, 1980

Matteo Grassi Korium leather lounge chair by Tito Agnoli, 1980

By Tito Agnoli, Matteo Grassi

Located in Ludwigslust, DE

Founded in 1880 as a manufacturer of saddles and riding equipment, Matteo Grassi gradually evolved into a manufacturer of high-quality designer furniture.

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather

Set of 6 Italian Matteo Grassi "Korium" Black Leather Dining Chairs
Set of 6 Italian Matteo Grassi "Korium" Black Leather Dining Chairs

Set of 6 Italian Matteo Grassi "Korium" Black Leather Dining Chairs

By Matteo Grassi

Located in North Miami, FL

These absolutely mint conditioned and extremely comfortable Italian black leather dining chairs all with arms are by Matteo Grassi and are called the "Korium" chair... these look li...

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Dining Room Chairs

Matteo Grassi Korium 2 Seater Leather Sofa by Tito Agnoli
Matteo Grassi Korium 2 Seater Leather Sofa by Tito Agnoli

Matteo Grassi Korium 2 Seater Leather Sofa by Tito Agnoli

By Tito Agnoli, Matteo Grassi

Located in Ludwigslust, DE

The series designed by Tito Agnoli for Matteo Grassi in the 70s is an absolutely timeless design that still fits into every living room today. This black leather 2 seater is in very ...

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Mid-Century Matteo Grassi Korium Leather Armchairs Design by Tito Agnoli
Mid-Century Matteo Grassi Korium Leather Armchairs Design by Tito Agnoli

Mid-Century Matteo Grassi Korium Leather Armchairs Design by Tito Agnoli

By Tito Agnoli, Matteo Grassi

Located in Voorburg, NL

Sculptural Italian chocolate brown leather sofa manufactured by Matteo Grassi. This "Korium" sofa was designed by Tito Agnoli and is extremely comfortable to sit in.

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Steel

Matteo Grassi Korium KM 3/1 Leather Armchair by Tito Agnoli
Matteo Grassi Korium KM 3/1 Leather Armchair by Tito Agnoli

Matteo Grassi Korium KM 3/1 Leather Armchair by Tito Agnoli

By Tito Agnoli, Matteo Grassi

Located in Ludwigslust, DE

These 2 KM 3/1 armchairs by Matteo Grassi come in a black colour. The thick buffalo leather of the back and seat cushions has a beautiful structure, is soft and undamaged.

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather

Set of 4 Matteo Grassi Korium dining/conference chairs by Tito Agnoli
Set of 4 Matteo Grassi Korium dining/conference chairs by Tito Agnoli

Set of 4 Matteo Grassi Korium dining/conference chairs by Tito Agnoli

By Tito Agnoli, Matteo Grassi

Located in Ludwigslust, DE

The set of 4 Matteo Grassi dining chairs made of thick brown saddle leather in typical Italian leather art.

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather

Pair of Mid-Century Matteo Grassi Korium Leather Armchairs Design by Tito Agnol
Pair of Mid-Century Matteo Grassi Korium Leather Armchairs Design by Tito Agnol

Pair of Mid-Century Matteo Grassi Korium Leather Armchairs Design by Tito Agnol

By Tito Agnoli, Matteo Grassi

Located in Voorburg, NL

Set of two Italian chocolate brown leather armchairs manufactured by Matteo Grassi. These "Korium" chairs were designed by Tito Agnoli and are extremely comfortable to sit in.

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel

Tito Agnoli 3-Seater Korium Sofa for Matteo Grassi – Black Leather
Tito Agnoli 3-Seater Korium Sofa for Matteo Grassi – Black Leather

Tito Agnoli 3-Seater Korium Sofa for Matteo Grassi – Black Leather

By Matteo Grassi, Tito Agnoli

Located in The Hague, NL

Perfect for both residential and office spaces, this classic Matteo Grassi Korium sofa seamlessly blends comfort with style.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

Tito Agnoli Korium Arm Chairs Matteo Grassi, 1978, Italy
Tito Agnoli Korium Arm Chairs Matteo Grassi, 1978, Italy

Tito Agnoli Korium Arm Chairs Matteo Grassi, 1978, Italy

By Matteo Grassi, Tito Agnoli

Located in Den Haag, NL

Set of 4 of black Korium armchairs on wheels designed by Tito Agnoli for Matteo Grassi in 1978.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather

Tito Agnoli Black Leather Korium Armchair for Matteo Grassi Postmodern
Tito Agnoli Black Leather Korium Armchair for Matteo Grassi Postmodern

Tito Agnoli Black Leather Korium Armchair for Matteo Grassi Postmodern

By Tito Agnoli, Matteo Grassi

Located in San Diego, CA

A very rare version of a Leather Armchair Korium Tito Agnoli for Matteo Grassi. A sophisticated and elegant Korium full leather armchair was designed by Tito Agnoli in the 1980s. ea...

Category

20th Century Italian Post-Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather

Korium chair Tito Agnolli for Matteo Grassi 1980s
Korium chair Tito Agnolli for Matteo Grassi 1980s

Korium chair Tito Agnolli for Matteo Grassi 1980s

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H 33.67 in W 24.81 in D 21.46 in

Korium chair Tito Agnolli for Matteo Grassi 1980s

By Tito Agnoli, Matteo Grassi

Located in Milano, IT

Chair with armrests and seat cushion; frame is metal with leather upholstery. A seat with a typical 80s line; ideal for a desk.

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

Tito Agnoli Korium Chairs Mateo Grassi, Italy, 1970s
Tito Agnoli Korium Chairs Mateo Grassi, Italy, 1970s

Tito Agnoli Korium Chairs Mateo Grassi, Italy, 1970s

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H 33.86 in W 25.01 in D 33.86 in

Tito Agnoli Korium Chairs Mateo Grassi, Italy, 1970s

By Matteo Grassi

Located in London, GB

A pair of leather Korium chairs from Italian designer, Tito Agnoli for Matteo Grassi in the late 1970s, in rich rust / burgundy colour.

Category

20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

Tito Agnoli "Korium" Patinated Brown Leather Desk Armchair for Matteo Grassi
Tito Agnoli "Korium" Patinated Brown Leather Desk Armchair for Matteo Grassi

Tito Agnoli "Korium" Patinated Brown Leather Desk Armchair for Matteo Grassi

By Tito Agnoli, Matteo Grassi

Located in Miami, FL

Single patinated brown leather Korium chair by Tito Agnoli for Matteo Grassi. The arms have a wing like appearance and the seat comes with an extra cushion for added comfort.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Leather

Korium chair in black leather, Tito Agnoli for Matteo Grassi, 1980s
Korium chair in black leather, Tito Agnoli for Matteo Grassi, 1980s

Korium chair in black leather, Tito Agnoli for Matteo Grassi, 1980s

By Tito Agnoli, Matteo Grassi

Located in Lyon, FR

“Korium” Armchair by Tito Agnoli for Matteo Grassi, Italy, 1980s 3 available.

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather

Set of Six “Korium” Armchairs by Tito Agnoli for Matteo Grassi
Set of Six “Korium” Armchairs by Tito Agnoli for Matteo Grassi

Set of Six “Korium” Armchairs by Tito Agnoli for Matteo Grassi

By Tito Agnoli, Matteo Grassi

Located in Austin, TX

Set of six armchairs by Tito Agnoli designed for Matteo Grassi in 1979. These Italian chairs feature a metal frame and high-quality stitched leather in a black tone. They are very co...

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal

Tito Agnoli Korium Leather Chair (1970s) by Matteo Grassi – Italian Post Modern
Tito Agnoli Korium Leather Chair (1970s) by Matteo Grassi – Italian Post Modern

Tito Agnoli Korium Leather Chair (1970s) by Matteo Grassi – Italian Post Modern

By Tito Agnoli, Matteo Grassi

Located in London, GB

Its understated elegance and timeless appeal make it a versatile addition to any space, from contemporary to classic interiors. Manufactured by Matteo Grassi, a company renowned for...

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

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Matteo Grassi Korium For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal matteo grassi korium for your home. Frequently made of animal skin, leather and wood, every matteo grassi korium was constructed with great care. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect matteo grassi korium — we have versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. A matteo grassi korium made by mid-century modern designers — as well as those associated with modern — is very popular.

How Much is a Matteo Grassi Korium?

Prices for a matteo grassi korium can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $2,307 and can go as high as $11,941, while the average can fetch as much as $3,870.

Tito Agnoli for sale on 1stDibs

Prolific designer Tito Agnoli created imaginative furniture with a singular mix of natural and industrial materials. Designing in the modern and mid-century modern styles, he made sofas, armchairs and daybeds from leather, bamboo and rattan as well as metal table lamps and floor lamps.

Born into an Italian family in Peru in 1931, Agnoli studied at the Faculty of Architecture in Milan. In 1949, he graduated with a degree in architecture from Politecnico di Milano. While there, he became acquainted with designers Gio Ponti and Carlo De Carli. He later worked with them as an assistant, learning to create austere pieces with flawless dimensions.

Utilizing this knowledge, he developed his own practice and worked with many Italian producers, including Arflex, Cinova, Lema, Matteo Grassi, Molteni, Montina, Oluce, Pierantonio Bonacina, Poltrona Frau, Schiffini and Ycami.

Agnoli received prestigious nominations for the Compasso d’Oro award. At the 1986 NeoCon exhibition in Chicago, he won a gold medal. His works are in the collections of the Museum of Modern Art in New York.

On 1stDibs, find a stunning collection of vintage Tito Agnoli seating, lighting, tables and more.

Finding the Right Seating for You

With entire areas of our homes reserved for “sitting rooms,” the value of quality antique and vintage seating cannot be overstated.

Fortunately, the design of side chairs, armchairs and other lounge furniture — since what were, quite literally, the early perches of our ancestors — has evolved considerably.

Among the earliest standard seating furniture were stools. Egyptian stools, for example, designed for one person with no seat back, were x-shaped and typically folded to be tucked away. These rudimentary chairs informed the design of Greek and Roman stools, all of which were a long way from Sori Yanagi's Butterfly stool or Alvar Aalto's Stool 60. In the 18th century and earlier, seats with backs and armrests were largely reserved for high nobility.

The seating of today is more inclusive but the style and placement of chairs can still make a statement. Antique desk chairs and armchairs designed in the style of Louis XV, which eventually included painted furniture and were often made of rare woods, feature prominently curved legs as well as Chinese themes and varied ornaments. Much like the thrones of fairy tales and the regency, elegant lounges crafted in the Louis XV style convey wealth and prestige. In the kitchen, the dining chair placed at the head of the table is typically reserved for the head of the household or a revered guest.

Of course, with luxurious vintage or antique furnishings, every chair can seem like the best seat in the house. Whether your preference is stretching out on a plush sofa, such as the Serpentine, designed by Vladimir Kagan, or cozying up in a vintage wingback chair, there is likely to be a comfy classic or contemporary gem for you on 1stDibs.

With respect to the latest obsessions in design, cane seating has been cropping up everywhere, from sleek armchairs to lounge chairs, while bouclé fabric, a staple of modern furniture design, can be seen in mid-century modern, Scandinavian modern and Hollywood Regency furniture styles.

Admirers of the sophisticated craftsmanship and dark woods frequently associated with mid-century modern seating can find timeless furnishings in our expansive collection of lounge chairs, dining chairs and other items — whether they’re vintage editions or alluring official reproductions of iconic designs from the likes of Hans Wegner or from Charles and Ray Eames. Shop our inventory of Egg chairs, designed in 1958 by Arne Jacobsen, the Florence Knoll lounge chair and more.

No matter your style, the collection of unique chairs, sofas and other seating on 1stDibs is surely worthy of a standing ovation.