$5,860
H 27.56 in W 82.68 in D 31.5 in
Kazuhide Takahama, Mantilla Sofa for Gavina, Italy 1974 (Big Size)
By Gavina, Kazuhide Takahama
Located in Argelato, BO
Kazuhide Takahama (Japan, 1930 - Bologna, 2010) "MANTILLA" SOFA wooden frame, padded and covered
Velvet, Wood
$2,882 / item
H 27.56 in W 37.41 in D 33.86 in
Mantilla Armchair by Kazuhide Takahama Paradisoterrestre Edition
By Kazuhide Takahama, Paradisoterrestre
Located in Ozzano Dell'emilia, IT
. Mantilla was so called because of the mantle which covers it, thus distinguishing its look. The idea comes
Velvet, Plywood
$3,843 / item
H 27.56 in W 63 in D 33.86 in
Mantilla Sofa 160 by Kazuhide Takahama Paradisoterrestre Edition
By Kazuhide Takahama, Paradisoterrestre
Located in Ozzano Dell'emilia, IT
. Mantilla was so called because of the mantle which covers it, thus distinguishing its look. The idea comes
Velvet, Plywood
$5,764 / item
H 27.56 in W 114.18 in D 33.86 in
Mantilla Sofa 290 by Kazuhide Takahama Paradisoterrestre Edition
By Kazuhide Takahama, Paradisoterrestre
Located in Ozzano Dell'emilia, IT
. Mantilla was so called because of the mantle which covers it, thus distinguishing its look. The idea comes
Velvet, Plywood
$4,803 / item
H 27.56 in W 88.59 in D 33.86 in
Mantilla Sofa 225 by Kazuhide Takahama Paradisoterrestre Edition
By Kazuhide Takahama, Paradisoterrestre
Located in Ozzano Dell'emilia, IT
. Mantilla was so called because of the mantle which covers it, thus distinguishing its look. The idea comes
Velvet, Plywood
$5,626
H 27.56 in W 88.59 in D 33.86 in
Blue "Mantilla" Sofa by Kazuide Takahama for Simon Gavina, Italy, 1974
By Kazuhide Takahama, Gavina
Located in Milan, IT
"Mantilla" sofa by Kazuhide Takahama for Simon Gavina. Early edition with dark blue chenille
Chenille, Foam
$5,274
H 26.78 in W 88.59 in D 33.47 in
Mint green Mantilla Sofa by Kazuhide Takahama for Simon Gavina, 1970s
By Kazuhide Takahama, Gavina
Located in amstelveen, NL
Mantilla sofa by Kazuhide Takahama for Simon Gavina. The Mantilla's name comes from the mantle
Velvet
$10,549 / set
H 27.56 in W 37.41 in D 32.68 in
20th Century Kazuhide Takahama Gavina Studio Pair of Armchairs mod. Mantilla
By Simon Gavina Editions, Kazuhide Takahama
Located in Turin, Turin
designed in '70s by the japanese designer Kazuhide Takahama. The structure is in wood and polyurethane
Wood, Fabric, Rubber
$7,267
H 25.6 in W 64.97 in D 33.47 in
Stunning Mantilla Sofa by Kazuhide Takahama for Simon Gavina Italy
By Simon Gavina Editions
Located in Buggenhout, Oost-Vlaanderen
Mantilla Sofa by Kazuhide Takahama for Simon Gavina, Italy, 1960s Removable Green Chenille
Velvet
$6,095 / set
H 25.6 in W 35.44 in D 33.47 in
Stunning Mantilla lounge chair by Kazuhide Takahama for Simon Gavina Italy
By Simon Gavina Editions
Located in Buggenhout, Oost-Vlaanderen
Mantilla Lounge Chair by Kazuhide Takahama for Simon Gavina, Italy, 1960s Removable Green Chenille
Velvet
$14,015
H 25.6 in W 64.97 in D 33.47 in
Stunning Mantilla Sofa set (2) by Kazuhide Takahama for Simon Gavina Italy
By Simon Gavina Editions
Located in Buggenhout, Oost-Vlaanderen
Mantilla Sofa Set by Kazuhide Takahama for Simon Gavina, Italy, 1960s Removable Green Chenille
Velvet
Kazuhide Takahama Mantilla Sofa
By Kazuhide Takahama
Located in London, GB
A Kazuhide Takahama 'Mantilla' sofa for Gavina, Italy 1974. The Mantilla's name comes from the
Fabric, Velvet, Polystyrene
Kazuhide Takahama Mantilla Armchair for Gavina, Italy 1974
By Kazuhide Takahama, Gavina
Located in London, GB
Takahama was inspired by the ancient memory of taking care of the furniture in holiday mansions by
Velvet
Kazuhide Takahama Mantilla Sofa for Gavina, Italy, 1974
By Kazuhide Takahama, Gavina
Located in London, GB
Takahama was inspired by the ancient memory of taking care of the furniture in holiday mansions by
Velvet
'Mantilla' Sofa by Kazuhide Takahama for Gavina
By Kazuhide Takahama, Gavina
Located in Brooklyn, NY
'Mantilla' sofa by Kazuhide Takahama for Gavina. Original mint crushed velvet cover, easily
Upholstery, Velvet
Mantilla Sofa by Kazuhide Takahama for Simon Gavina
By Kazuhide Takahama
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Two seater sofa by Kazuhide Takahama with black wool upholstery. Made in Italy circa 1974
Upholstery
Sold
H 27.56 in W 88.98 in D 33.86 in
Mantilla Sofa, Vintage Sofa by Kazuhide Takahama for Simon Gavina, 1970s
By Kazuhide Takahama
Located in Roma, IT
Mantilla sofa is an original design piece realized in the 1970s by Kazuhide Takahama (b. Japan
Velvet, Wood
Italian 1974 Sofa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mantilla Sofa by Takahama Kazuhide. So sleek; so stylish; so 70s. Great for any space. Celebrate
Sold
H 26.78 in W 58.27 in D 14.57 in
Kazuhide Takahama Mantilla Two-Seater Sofa for Studio Simon, 1973
By Studio Simon, Kazuhide Takahama
Located in London, GB
An immaculate two seater sofa by Kazuhide Takahama for Studio Simon. This 1973 classic takes its
Velvet, Foam, Plywood
Mantilla 225 sofa by Kazuhide Takahama for Simon Gavina 1970s
By Kazuhide Takahama
Located in Sas van Gent, NL
The Mantilla sofa suits the space it fits in and is designed as such. With changeable cove, it can
Fabric
Mantilla by K. Tacahama for Simon Gavina
By Kazuhide Takahama
Located in Cathedral City, CA
A sofa from 1974 with the first loose cover over it. The idea was: another color for every day. The cover is in silk velvet.
Sculpture, Hellenistic Female Bust.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Sculpture, Hellenistic female bust. A magnificent reproduction of a fragment of a female bust, delicately evoking the ideal of classical beauty. The unfinished, deliberately rough a...
Resin
Lune Swivel Chair in Performance Velvet by Christiane Lemieux
Located in New York, NY
The Lune swivel chair from Lemieux et Cie is a masterful expression of sculptural comfort, its perfectly rounded form embracing the body with the same enveloping ease as the great Da...
Velvet
$1,953Sale Price|20% Off
H 16.54 in W 18.9 in D 15.36 in
Early 19th century Swedish pair of Karl Johan stools
Located in London, GB
A nice pair of C19th mahogany veneer Karl Johan stools. Their four curved sabre legs support an oval upholstered deep seat which has over time been upholstered in traditional Damask ...
Mahogany
"Garbo" Ceiling Lamp by Mariyo Yagi for Sirrah, 1970s
By Sirrah, Mariyo Yagi
Located in bruxelles, BE
Ceiling light with fabric fringes designed by Mariyo Yagi. Stamped Sirrah, Mariyo Yagi. Wear due to time and age.
Metal
Modern Cabinet with Circular Carvings in Blond Oak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Cabinet, oak, Europe, 1990s Crafted in Europe from oak wood, this exquisite cupboard is a true testament to timeless design and masterful craftsmanship. The piece showcases a meticu...
Oak
Rare Raoul Clement & R. Verot French Highboard in Sycamore
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Raoul Clement and R. Verot, cabinet, varnished sycamore, dark stained wood, France, 1955 This rare cabinet is designed by French cabinetmaker Paul Clément et R. Verot and was presen...
Wood, Sycamore
Jacques Adnet Daybed, 1950s France
By Jacques Adnet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Exceptional leather and oak daybed by Jacques Adnet. The entire frame is wrapped in dark green leather with signature Adnet contrast stitching and brass hardware. Cane style paneling...
Brass, Steel
Polished Chrome Ribbon Table Lamp, France 1980's
Located in New York, NY
Polished Chrome ribbon table lamp, France, late 20th century. Cool table or desk lamp, made out of light weight steel. Adds glamour to any decor. Same era as: Charlotte Perriand, J...
Chrome
Swedish Modern coffee table / side table, 1940s
By Carl-Erik Johansson
Located in Stockholm, SE
This exquisite Swedish coffee table from the 1940s is a true masterpiece of mid-century design, combining elegance with innovative craftsmanship. The table features a raw glass top, ...
Metal
$1,536 / item
H 45.28 in W 21.66 in D 19.69 in
Naeko Ceiling Lamp by Kazuhide Takahama Paradisoterrestre Edition
By Kazuhide Takahama, Paradisoterrestre
Located in Ozzano Dell'emilia, IT
Designed in 1984 - Paradisoterrestre Edition 2023 Materials: lacquered metal structure, metal clips with brass finishing, nacre buttons, organza curtains, 1 bulb E14 led Designed b...
Metal, Brass
Stitched Leather Daybed by Jacques Adnet
By Jacques Adnet
Located in Bois-Colombes, FR
Stitched leather daybed by Jacques Adnet 1950s France.
Brass
$9,377
H 25.6 in W 98.43 in D 35.44 in
Kazuhide Takahama, 4 Seat or Large 3 seat Suzanne Sofa. Gavina Edition, 1965.
By Kazuhide Takahama, Gavina
Located in Paris, FR
Rare and elegant large three-seat sofa model "Suzanne" designed by Kazuhide Takahama and manufactured in Italy by Gavina in the 1960s. This important sofa shows an impressive curved...
Chrome, Iron
$21,802
H 27.96 in W 33.47 in D 9.85 in
Original Josef Hoffmann & Wiener Werkstatte Vienna Secessonist Flower Stand
By Woka Lamps, Josef Hoffmann, Wiener Werkstätte
Located in Vienna, AT
A typical work from the early period of the Wiener Werkstatte. Punched iron sheet, white lacquered. See similar items - Wiener Werkstatte pattern books as displayed. No signature.
Metal
$30,242
H 24.02 in W 118.12 in D 116.15 in
Ennio Chiggio Envorin one sofa by Nikol International Italy 1970
By Ennio Chiggio
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
The Environ One Sofa, designed by renowned Italian designer Ennio Chiggio and manufactured by Nikol International in 1970, stands as a rare and remarkable example of Mid-Century Mode...
Velvet
Naeko Chandeliers by Kazuide Takahama
By Kazuhide Takahama, Sirrah
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Naeko Chandelier by Kazuide Takahama for Sirrah. Designed in Japan circa 1970s. This light features a white silk fabric which is supported by brass clips and pearl press studs. Wired...
Metal, Brass
$11,212Sale Price|26% Off
H 23.23 in W 126.78 in D 89.38 in
Afra & Tobia Scarpa cognac leather bed model Morna for Molteni Italy
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in IT
Afra & Tobia Scarpa - bed frame in cognac-colored leather - composed of headboard with integrated bedside tables and mattress base. Model "Morna" Molteni Italy 1972 Restored - wood ...
Leather
Kazuhide Takahama was a Japanese designer born in Miyazaki, Japan. After graduating from the Tokyo Institute of Technology in 1953, Takahama designed the Japanese Pavilion for the Milan Triennale. There he met Dino Gavina, and over the next decade, Takahama designed several pieces for Gavina.
Later, Takahama also collaborated with B&B Italia, Simon and Knoll, just to name a few. His designs are clear in line and shape and have a high-quality design. With the functionalist approach to modernism, he designed with a Japanese sense of material and aesthetics conveniently combined with Western elements.
Find vintage Kazuhide Takahama furniture for sale on 1stDibs.
(Biography provided by Morentz)
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.
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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.
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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.
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