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Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs in Velvet with Steel Frames, Italy 1960s
Located in Utrecht, NL
the mid-century modern era.
Cloaked in a lush velvet, the chairs’ sleek black steel frames and legs
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Steel
H 38.78 in W 29.53 in D 33.08 in
Italian mid-century modern Armchair in bamboo and fabric, 1980s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian mid-century modern Armchair in bamboo and fabric, 1980s
An armchair in bamboo wood and
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Bamboo, Wood
Italian Mid-Century Modern Wooden Armchairs in Beige Fabric, 1960s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian Mid-Century Modern wooden armchairs in beige fabric, 1960s.
Pair of armchairs in beige
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Pair of Armchairs, Italy, Mid-20th Century
Located in Greding, DE
Pair of armchairs with rounded blue upholstered seat shells with cushions on conical pointed feet.
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Mid-20th Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Wood
Italian mid-century modern rattan armchair Margherita Albini for Bonacina, 1950s
By Franco Albini, Bonacina
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian mid-century modern rattan armchair Margherita Albini for Bonacina, 1950s
Round base
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Rattan
H 38.59 in W 30.71 in D 34.65 in
Italian Mid-Century modern Armchair Poltrona Frau by Cassina in letherette
By Guglielmo Ulrich
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Mid-century modern Poltrona Frau by Cassina in leatherette: it ricalls the famous 904 model from
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Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather
H 33.47 in W 37.01 in D 21.66 in
Italian mid-century modern wine-colored leather armchair with studs, 1950s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian mid-century modern wine-colored leather armchair with studs, 1950s
Tub armchair in wine red
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Brass
H 35.04 in W 22.45 in D 24.81 in
Italian Mid-Century Baseball Armchair and Footstool
Located in Milano, IT
Beautiful Italian armchair with leather pouf, in baseball style relating to the Mid-century period
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather
Italian mid-century modern armchair Nike by Richard Neagle for Sormani, 1960s
By Richard Neagle, Sormani
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian mid-century modern armchair Nike by Richard Neagle for Sormani, 1960s
Armchair mod. Nike
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Metal
H 28.55 in W 28.94 in D 31.5 in
Italian mid-century modern black leather armchair Cesare Casati for Arflex 1960s
By Cesare Casati, Arflex
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian mid-century modern black leather armchair Cesare Casati for Arflex 1960s
Swivel armchair in
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Metal
H 35.44 in W 27.17 in D 27.56 in
Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchair in Black Leather and Black Metal, 1970s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian Mid-Century Modern armchair in black leather and black metal, 1970s
Armchair in black
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Metal
Set of Four Mid-Century Modern Armchairs by Enrico Ciuti With Pink Linen - Italy
By Enrico Ciuti
Located in Girona, ES
Set of four small armchairs, stained and varnished rounded beechwood, new pink linen upholstery
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Linen, Beech
H 31.5 in W 19.3 in D 19.69 in
Pair of Italian Mid-Century Lounge Chairs with Rounded Design
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of Mid-Century Italian Lounge chairs. These stylish newly upholstered armchairs feature a
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Dining Armchairs by I4Mariani for the Pace Collection
By i4 Mariani
Located in Miami, FL
A pair of Iconic Mid-Century Modern Teorema dining armchairs Design by Guido Faleschini and
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Chrome
Minimal Old Italian Armchair 1950s Round Rounded Armrests Black and Brown
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Minimal old Italian armchair 1950s round rounded armrests black and brown.
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Wool, Walnut
H 29.53 in W 23.63 in D 29.53 in
Couple of Italian Mid-Century Armchairs in Yellow Velvet by Vittorio Dassi
By Vittorio Dassi
Located in Traversetolo, IT
Made of maple and yellow velvet, these mid-century Italian armchairs or armchairs were designed by
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
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Velvet, Maple
H 26.38 in W 21.66 in D 20.48 in
Italian Mid-Century Purple Armchairs ABCD by Caccia Dominioni for Azucena, 1960s
By Luigi Caccia Dominioni, Azucena
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian mid-century Purple armchairs ABCD by Caccia Dominioni for Azucena, 1960s
Pair of armchairs
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
H 35.44 in W 29.53 in D 31.89 in
Italian Mid-Century Brown Leather Armchairs Flou by Betti Habitat Ids, 1970s
By Augusto Betti, Habitat International
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian mid-century brown leather and plastic armchairs Flou by Betti for Habitat Ids, 1970s
Pair
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Plastic
H 33.86 in W 37.8 in D 41.74 in
Mid-Century Modern French 3/4 Round Pretzel Arms Bamboo Lounge Chair, 1970s
Located in Prato, IT
Mid-Century Modern French 3/4 round pretzel arms bamboo and rattan lounge chair.
Some laces of the
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
H 29.93 in W 27.96 in D 32.29 in
Italian Modern Upholstered Armchairs with Tapered Feet, Italy, circa 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
The Mid-Century Modern era is notable for its blending of Classic modern design elements with a
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
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Fabric, Wood
H 35.44 in W 33.86 in D 31.5 in
Italian Modern Upholstered High-Back Armchairs with Cross Stitches, Italy 1960s
Located in Utrecht, NL
Italian Modern furniture is defined by unique design, perfect execution, and exclusivity. Modernist
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Bouclé, Wood
H 40.56 in W 24.81 in D 24.41 in
Mole Armchair with Ottoman by Sergio Rodrigues, Mid-Century Modern-Vintage 1957
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Houston, TX
Presently accessible for acquisition, this exquisite Mid-Century Modern masterpiece, the "Mole
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Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Hardwood
H 30 in W 35.5 in D 33.5 in
Mole Armchair with Ottoman by Sergio Rodrigues, Mid-Century Modern-Vintage 1957
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Houston, TX
Presently accessible for acquisition, this exquisite Mid-Century Modern masterpiece, the "Mole
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Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Hardwood
H 30 in W 35.5 in D 33.5 in
Pair of Italian Mid-Century Armchairs off-white Bouclé Fabric by G. Radice 1950s
By Gigi Radice
Located in Salzburg, AT
Pair of very elegant armchairs from the 1950s in Italy. The objects are attributed to Gigi Radice
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Brass, Iron
H 35.44 in W 27.56 in D 31.5 in
Gianfranco Frattini Mid-Century Armchairs in Light Leather 'Attr.'
By Gianfranco Frattini
Located in Milano, IT
, of fine Italian manufacture.
The armchairs have a solid base made of solid dark wood, very
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
20th Century Italian Vintage Brass Armchair, 1970-1980
Located in Paris, FR
century pieces and bespoke contemporary lighting. With a strong focus on Italian mid-century designs, his
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Brass
Modern Armchairs with Lacquered Wood and Geometric Upholstery, Italy, 1970
Located in Madrid, ES
Pair of modern Italian Armchairs with a solid wood structure and whimsical armrests lacquered in
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Cotton, Foam, Wood, Paint
H 26.78 in W 28.15 in D 30.32 in
Round Modernist Style Pair of Armchairs
Located in Austin, TX
Pair of custom armchairs from Italy made in the modernist style with strong frames and a new
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
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Upholstery
Pair of 1950s Italian Rattan Armchair
Located in Roma, IT
Beautiful pair of Italian colonial-style faux bamboo structure woven with rattan armchairs.
The
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Faux Bamboo, Rattan
Upholstered Italian Armchairs attributed to Paolo Buffa, Italy 1950s
By Paolo Buffa
Located in Utrecht, NL
Italian Modern furniture is defined by unique design, perfect execution, and exclusivity. This pair
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
H 37.01 in W 29.53 in D 34.45 in
Italian Mid-Century Wooden Throne in Style of Ceroli, 1970s
By Mario Ceroli
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian mid-century Wooden Throne in style of Ceroli, 1970s
Throne entirely built in light wood
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Wood
Italian Bamboo Armchairs, 1970s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Italian Design; Art Deco; Vienna Straw; Bamboo; Outdoor; Indoor; 1970s; Mid-Century Modern; Italy
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Vintage 1970s Italian Art Deco Armchairs
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Fabric, Bamboo, Straw
Mid Century Little Globe Armchair by Pierre Paulin for Artifort, 1980s
By Artifort, Pierre Paulin
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Cute and comfortable "Little Globe" armchair, designed by the famous Pierre Paulin in te 60's
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Vintage 1980s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Steel
H 29.93 in W 32.29 in D 26.38 in
Giovanni "Nino" Zoncada for Cassina Armchairs, Italy 1958
By Nino Zoncada, Cassina
Located in Almelo, NL
Giovanni "Nino" Zoncada armchairs for Cassina, Italy 1958.
These original armchairs model "1101
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Pair of Chromed Tubular Armchairs, Italy 1950s
Located in New York, NY
Unusual and sculptural pair of chromed tubular armchairs
with formed wood slat seat and rounded
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Metal
Pair of Italian Vintage Red Armchairs
Located in Milano, IT
Pair of armchairs from the 50s are in red fabric, with damask details in dark red. The seat is very
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Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric
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
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Cowhide, Rattan
Italian Mid-Century Brown Leather Plastic Sofa Flou by Betti Habitat Ids, 1970s
By Augusto Betti, Habitat International
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian mid-century Brown leather and plastic sofa Flou by Betti for Habitat Ids, 1970s
A three
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Plastic
H 33.86 in W 81.89 in D 41.74 in
Paolo Buffa Vintage Italian Wood and Fabric Armchairs 'Attr'
By Paolo Buffa
Located in Milano, IT
Splendid armchairs attributed to the great master Paolo buffa of Italian manufacture, entirely
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Augusto Romano, Architectural Mahogany Armchair and Ottoman, Italy, 1950s
By Augusto Romano
Located in New York, NY
Augusto Romano (1918-2001)
A stunning armchair and ottoman set by Torinese modernist architect
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Mahogany
Italian Set of Six Geometric Armchairs in Stained Wood
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Set of six armchairs, stained beech, leatherette, Italy, 1970s.
Simplistic yet elegant Italian set
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Faux Leather, Beech
Italian Set of Ten Geometric Armchairs in Stained Wood
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Set of ten armchairs, stained beech, leatherette, Italy, 1970s.
Simplistic yet elegant Italian set
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Faux Leather, Beech
1950s Italian Design Style Bouclé Fabric And Brass Feet Armchair
Located in Tourcoing, FR
Welcoming and rounded shaped armchair in an Italian 1950s Design Look with beige bouclé fabric with
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21st Century and Contemporary Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric
Vintage Italian Velvet Five Modular Armchairs and Coffee Table, 1970s
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Beautiful velvet modular sofa, consisting of 5 armchairs and a coffee table.
The coffee table has a
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Velvet
H 29.93 in W 32.29 in D 37.8 in
Yellow Armchair in the Manner of Gae Aulenti, Italy, 1960s
By Gae Aulenti
Located in Wolfurt, AT
This Italian armchair was manufactured in the 1970s. The round curved, yellow enamelled steel tube
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Iron
Nino Zoncada Armchair Model "1101" by Cassina from Italy, 1958
By Cassina, Nino Zoncada
Located in Wolfurt, AT
This "1101" armchair model was designed by Giovanni "Nino" Zoncada and manufactured by the Italian
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Mid-Century Set, Chairs and Coffee Table in Rattan, Wicker and Iron, Italy 1950s
Located in Roma, IT
made in hand-woven wicker, rattan and enameled black iron. This lovely set was produced in Italy during
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Iron
H 27.56 in W 28.35 in D 25.2 in
Vintage Italian bedroom armchair in original green velvet of the time
Located in Milano, IT
Step into a world of timeless elegance and grace with the captivating Italian Bedroom Armchair
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Velvet, Wood
H 30.12 in W 21.46 in D 24.41 in
Gio Ponti for Casa E Giardino Midcentury Armchairs in Bouclé Upholstery, Italy
By Gio Ponti
Located in Almelo, NL
Gio Ponti For Casa E Giardino Midcentury Armchairs in Bouclé upholstery Italy 1940s
These
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Bouclé, Beech
H 31.5 in W 34.65 in D 30.32 in
Pair of Extravagant Formanova Armchairs Covered with Bouclé Fabric Italy 1970s
By Formanova
Located in Salzburg, AT
Pair of extravagant black and white Formanova armchairs covered with bouclé fabric Italy 1970s
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Brass, Iron
H 21.66 in W 23.23 in D 23.23 in
Couple of Italian Vintage Armchairs in Black Wood and White Leather
Located in Milano, IT
Gorgeous pair of Italian wood and leather armchairs made in the 1950s, fine Italian craftsmanship
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Italian Midcentury Green Velvet and Black Metal Armchairs in Lady Style, 1950s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian midcentury Green velvet and black metal armchairs in Lady style, 1950s
Pair of armchairs
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Metal
H 36.62 in W 27.56 in D 36.62 in
Willy Rizzo, white painted Armchair with natural Cane Seat, Italy 1970s
By Willy Rizzo
Located in Greding, DE
Armchair with round wicker seat and white lacquered frame with curved armrests. The chair was
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Cane, Wood
H 30.91 in W 24.02 in D 17.33 in
Italian Contemporary Lounge Upholstered Armchair in Gingham Pattern Fabric
By Danu Chirinciuc
Located in San Pietro di Morubio, Verona
Inspired by the Hollywood Golden Era we designed this round armchair. Regardless of Mid-Century
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2010s Italian Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery
H 26.38 in W 29.53 in D 33.47 in
Armchair Model "1101" by Cassina from Italy, 1958 with the Manufacturers Label
By Cassina, Nino Zoncada
Located in Wolfurt, AT
This "1101" armchair model was designed by Giovanni "Nino" Zoncada and manufactured by the Italian
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
H 29.53 in W 30.71 in D 30.71 in
Italian Contemporary Lounge Upholstered Armchair in Mocha Brown Velvet Fabric
By Danu Chirinciuc
Located in San Pietro di Morubio, Verona
Inspired by the Hollywood Golden Era we designed this round armchair. Regardless of Mid-Century
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2010s Italian Armchairs
Materials
Velvet
H 26.38 in W 29.53 in D 33.47 in
Exceptional Guglielmo Ulrich Armchair in Velvet and Fluted Walnut, Italy, 1940s
By Guglielmo Ulrich
Located in The Hague, NL
example of the originality and craftsmanship of Guglielmo Ulrich's designs in the Italian Modern era
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Vintage 1940s Italian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Velvet, Walnut
H 45.28 in W 27.96 in D 31.5 in
BBPR Rationalist Children Armchair
By Studio BBPR
Located in Milano, IT
Very rare rationalist children's armchair designed by BBPR, fine Italian manufacture. Example of
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Vintage 1920s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Nino Zoncada Prod. Cassina Fabric Wood and Brass Mid-Century Arm Chair, 1960
By Nino Zoncada, Cassina
Located in Rome, IT
Icon of the company, Nino Zoncada designed this armchair which later characterized and influenced
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Brass
H 32.29 in W 27.56 in D 23.63 in
Gladis Swivel Armchair
By Cafedesart
Located in Milan, IT
for the best of both worlds. Perfect for lounges with a mid-century modern vibe, the chair features
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2010s Italian Armchairs
Materials
Metal
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Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the mid century modern Italian round armchair you’re looking for at 1stDibs. A mid century modern Italian round armchair — often made from fabric, metal and velvet — can elevate any home. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect mid century modern Italian round armchair — we have versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. A mid century modern Italian round armchair is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Mid-Century Modern styles are sought with frequency. A well-made mid century modern Italian round armchair has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Mario Bellini, C&B Italia and Enrico Ciuti are consistently popular.
How Much is a Mid Century Modern Italian Round Armchair?
A mid century modern Italian round armchair can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $3,935, while the lowest priced sells for $990 and the highest can go for as much as $9,500.
A Close Look at mid-century-modern Furniture
Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three terms that well describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living.
ORIGINS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
- Emerged during the mid-20th century
- Informed by European modernism, Bauhaus, International style, Scandinavian modernism and Frank Lloyd Wright’s architecture
- A heyday of innovation in postwar America
- Experimentation with new ideas, new materials and new forms flourished in Scandinavia, Italy, the former Czechoslovakia and elsewhere in Europe
CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
- Simplicity, organic forms, clean lines
- A blend of neutral and bold Pop art colors
- Use of natural and man-made materials — alluring woods such as teak, rosewood and oak; steel, fiberglass and molded plywood
- Light-filled spaces with colorful upholstery
- Glass walls and an emphasis on the outdoors
- Promotion of functionality
MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW
- Charles and Ray Eames
- Eero Saarinen
- Milo Baughman
- Florence Knoll
- Harry Bertoia
- Isamu Noguchi
- George Nelson
- Danish modernists Hans Wegner and Arne Jacobsen, whose emphasis on natural materials and craftsmanship influenced American designers and vice versa
ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS
- Eames lounge chair
- Nelson daybed
- Florence Knoll sofa
- Egg chair
- Womb chair
- Noguchi coffee table
- Barcelona chair
VINTAGE MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS
The mid-century modern era saw leagues of postwar American architects and designers animated by new ideas and new technology. The lean, functionalist International-style architecture of Le Corbusier and Bauhaus eminences Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Walter Gropius had been promoted in the United States during the 1930s by Philip Johnson and others. New building techniques, such as “post-and-beam” construction, allowed the International-style schemes to be realized on a small scale in open-plan houses with long walls of glass.
Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century modern furniture designs. Charles and Ray Eames and Eero Saarinen, who had experimented extensively with molded plywood, eagerly embraced fiberglass for pieces such as the La Chaise and the Womb chair, respectively.
Architect, writer and designer George Nelson created with his team shades for the Bubble lamp using a new translucent polymer skin and, as design director at Herman Miller, recruited the Eameses, Alexander Girard and others for projects at the legendary Michigan furniture manufacturer.
Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi devised chairs and tables built of wire mesh and wire struts. Materials were repurposed too: The Danish-born designer Jens Risom created a line of chairs using surplus parachute straps for webbed seats and backrests.
The Risom lounge chair was among the first pieces of furniture commissioned and produced by legendary manufacturer Knoll, a chief influencer in the rise of modern design in the United States, thanks to the work of Florence Knoll, the pioneering architect and designer who made the firm a leader in its field. The seating that Knoll created for office spaces — as well as pieces designed by Florence initially for commercial clients — soon became desirable for the home.
As the demand for casual, uncluttered furnishings grew, more mid-century furniture designers caught the spirit.
Classically oriented creators such as Edward Wormley, house designer for Dunbar Inc., offered such pieces as the sinuous Listen to Me chaise; the British expatriate T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings switched gears, creating items such as the tiered, biomorphic Mesa table. There were Young Turks such as Paul McCobb, who designed holistic groups of sleek, blond wood furniture, and Milo Baughman, who espoused a West Coast aesthetic in minimalist teak dining tables and lushly upholstered chairs and sofas with angular steel frames.
As the collection of vintage mid-century modern chairs, dressers, coffee tables and other furniture for the living room, dining room, bedroom and elsewhere on 1stDibs demonstrates, this period saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history.
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