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William Katavolos T Chair

Pair of T Side Chairs by Katavolos, Littell & Kelley for Laverne International
Pair of T Side Chairs by Katavolos, Littell & Kelley for Laverne International

Pair of T Side Chairs by Katavolos, Littell & Kelley for Laverne International

By William Katavolos

Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest

Can be used as a pair of side chairs, in essence they can be that finishing touch for a living room project. 1960s - United States Background information: William Katavolos in part...

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Chrome

Set of 6 "T" Chairs by Douglas Kelly, Ross Littell and William Katavolos, 1950s
Set of 6 "T" Chairs by Douglas Kelly, Ross Littell and William Katavolos, 1950s

Set of 6 "T" Chairs by Douglas Kelly, Ross Littell and William Katavolos, 1950s

By Douglas Kelly, Ross Littell and William Katavolos

Located in Brussels, BE

Set of 6 "T" Chairs by Douglas Kelly, Ross Littell and William Katavolos, 1950s

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Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Model 3LC T Chair by William Katavolos for Laverne International, 1952, set of 6
Model 3LC T Chair by William Katavolos for Laverne International, 1952, set of 6

Model 3LC T Chair by William Katavolos for Laverne International, 1952, set of 6

By Laverne International, Douglas Kelly, Ross Littell and William Katavolos

Located in bruxelles, BE

Set of 6 metal and brown leather chairs by William Katavolos, Douglas Kelly, and Ross Littell from the 1950s.

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Vintage 1950s Central American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

Rare Set of Six 3LC “T-Chairs” by Katavolos, Littell & Kelley for ICF De Padova
Rare Set of Six 3LC “T-Chairs” by Katavolos, Littell & Kelley for ICF De Padova

Rare Set of Six 3LC “T-Chairs” by Katavolos, Littell & Kelley for ICF De Padova

By Douglas Kelly, Ross Littell and William Katavolos, ICF De Padova, William Katavolos

Located in Antwerp, BE

Architectural purity meets warm, organic comfort. This set of six original 'Model 3LC' T-Chairs stands as one of the most coveted interior icons of American modernism. The unique thr...

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Chainmail Sculptural Chair, Nickel Plated Steel Finish, Hand Linked Mesh
Chainmail Sculptural Chair, Nickel Plated Steel Finish, Hand Linked Mesh

Chainmail Sculptural Chair, Nickel Plated Steel Finish, Hand Linked Mesh

By Panorammma

Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX

The Chainmail Chair reinterprets William Katavolos' 1952 T-chair, incorporating a medieval-modern aesthetic that merges ancient craftsmanship with contemporary design.

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2010s Mexican Post-Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

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Pair of T-Chairs by William Katavolos Littell and Kelly
Pair of T-Chairs by William Katavolos Littell and Kelly

Pair of T-Chairs by William Katavolos Littell and Kelly

By Douglas Kelly, Ross Littell and William Katavolos

Located in Turners Falls, MA

Pair T-chairs by William Katavolos Littell and Kelly.

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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Chairs

1950s William Katavolos, Ross Littell, and Douglas Kelley 'T' Chairs
1950s William Katavolos, Ross Littell, and Douglas Kelley 'T' Chairs

1950s William Katavolos, Ross Littell, and Douglas Kelley 'T' Chairs

By Douglas Kelly, Ross Littell and William Katavolos, Laverne International

Located in Madrid, ES

Dimensions: Each chair: 31.9 inches high, seat height: 16.9 inches, 23.6 inches wide, 20.1 inches deep About the Designers: In 1949, William Katavolos, Douglas Kelley, and Ross Li...

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Steel

Set of 4 T-Chairs 3LC by Douglas Kelly, Ross Littell & William Katavolos
Set of 4 T-Chairs 3LC by Douglas Kelly, Ross Littell & William Katavolos

Set of 4 T-Chairs 3LC by Douglas Kelly, Ross Littell & William Katavolos

By ICF De Padova, Douglas Kelly, Ross Littell and William Katavolos

Located in Zürich, Zürich

Set of 4 T-chairs 3LC in black leather by Douglas Kelly, Ross Littell & William Katavolos.

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Douglas Kelly, Ross Littell and William Katavolos "T" Chairs, Set of 4
Douglas Kelly, Ross Littell and William Katavolos "T" Chairs, Set of 4

Douglas Kelly, Ross Littell and William Katavolos "T" Chairs, Set of 4

By Douglas Kelly, Ross Littell and William Katavolos

Located in Brussels, BE

Douglas Kelly, Ross Littell and William Katavolos "T" chairs, set of 4.

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Vintage 1960s North American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather

Douglas Kelly, Ross Littell and William Katavolos "T" Chairs, Set of 12
Douglas Kelly, Ross Littell and William Katavolos "T" Chairs, Set of 12

Douglas Kelly, Ross Littell and William Katavolos "T" Chairs, Set of 12

By Douglas Kelly, Ross Littell and William Katavolos

Located in Brussels, BE

Douglas Kelly, Ross Littell and William Katavolos "T" chairs, set of 12.

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Douglas Kelly, Ross Littell and William Katavolos "T" Chairs, Set of 4
Douglas Kelly, Ross Littell and William Katavolos "T" Chairs, Set of 4

Douglas Kelly, Ross Littell and William Katavolos "T" Chairs, Set of 4

By Douglas Kelly, Ross Littell and William Katavolos

Located in Brussels, BE

Douglas Kelly, Ross Littell and William Katavolos "T" chairs, set of 4.

Category

Vintage 1960s North American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather

William Katavolos "T Chairs'
William Katavolos "T Chairs'

William Katavolos "T Chairs'

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H 32 in W 23 in D 22 in

William Katavolos "T Chairs'

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Not one but TWO "T Chairs" Model No. 3LC by William Katavolos, Ross Littell & Douglas Kelly.

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Vintage 1950s American Chairs

Pair of William Katavolos T Chairs
Pair of William Katavolos T Chairs

Pair of William Katavolos T Chairs

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H 32 in W 22 in D 18 in

Pair of William Katavolos T Chairs

By William Katavolos

Located in New York, NY

Designed by William Katavolos for Laverne in 1952, this chair is considered a design Classic.

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel, Chrome

William Katavolos "T Chairs'
William Katavolos "T Chairs'

William Katavolos "T Chairs'

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H 32 in W 23 in D 22 in

William Katavolos "T Chairs'

Located in Los Angeles, CA

2 stylish "T Chairs" Model No. 3LC by William Katavolos, Ross Littell & Douglas Kelly.

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American Slipper Chairs

Materials

Leather

William Katavolos T-Chairs, Set of 6
William Katavolos T-Chairs, Set of 6

William Katavolos T-Chairs, Set of 6

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H 28.5 in W 22 in D 23 in

William Katavolos T-Chairs, Set of 6

By William Katavolos

Located in Raleigh, NC

A vintage set of T-Chairs designed by William Katavolos. These have a sturdy steel frame with leather sling seat.

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Steel

William Katavolos Lounge T-Chair for Laverne, 1952
William Katavolos Lounge T-Chair for Laverne, 1952

William Katavolos Lounge T-Chair for Laverne, 1952

By William Katavolos

Located in Dallas, TX

Rare lounge version "T-chair" designed by William Katavolos for Laverne in 1952.

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Vintage 1950s Lounge Chairs

Pair of William Katavolos Leather Sling T-Chairs
Pair of William Katavolos Leather Sling T-Chairs

Pair of William Katavolos Leather Sling T-Chairs

By William Katavolos

Located in North York, ON

This particular style was designed by William Katavolos, Douglas Kelly and Ross Littell in 1952 for Laverne International and was a success with both critics and consumers during its...

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Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Chrome

William Katavolos Leather Sling T Chair
William Katavolos Leather Sling T Chair

William Katavolos Leather Sling T Chair

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H 32 in W 23 in D 23 in

William Katavolos Leather Sling T Chair

By Laverne International, Douglas Kelly, Ross Littell and William Katavolos

Located in Brooklyn, NY

William Katavolos leather sling T chair. In near mint condition.

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

Model 3LC T Chair by William Katavolos for Laverne International, 1952
Model 3LC T Chair by William Katavolos for Laverne International, 1952

Model 3LC T Chair by William Katavolos for Laverne International, 1952

By Laverne International, William Katavolos

Located in bruxelles, BE

Chair in metal and leather of brown color. Measure: Seat height: 40cm. Wear due to time and age of the chair.

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Vintage 1950s Central American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

Set of 8 "T" Chairs by Douglas Kelly, Ross Littell And William Katavolos, 1950s
Set of 8 "T" Chairs by Douglas Kelly, Ross Littell And William Katavolos, 1950s

Set of 8 "T" Chairs by Douglas Kelly, Ross Littell And William Katavolos, 1950s

By Douglas Kelly, Ross Littell and William Katavolos

Located in Brussels, BE

Set of 8 "T" Chairs by Douglas Kelly, Ross Littell And William Katavolos, 1950s

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Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Metal

Long "Diplomat" Dining Table in Brazilian Rosewood by Finn Juhl
Long "Diplomat" Dining Table in Brazilian Rosewood by Finn Juhl

Long "Diplomat" Dining Table in Brazilian Rosewood by Finn Juhl

By France & Søn, Finn Juhl

Located in Paris, FR

This is the extra-long size of the diplomat series: 228 cm. Up to ten chairs can be placed. Perfectly well suited with our eight William Katavolos T-Chairs.

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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Tables

Materials

Rosewood, Palisander

Set of Six Katavolos T-Chairs in Original Tan Leather, USA, 1952
Set of Six Katavolos T-Chairs in Original Tan Leather, USA, 1952

Set of Six Katavolos T-Chairs in Original Tan Leather, USA, 1952

By William Katavolos, Douglas Kelly, Ross Littell and William Katavolos

Located in Pijnacker, Zuid-Holland

Amazing set of six three legged T-chairs by William Katavolos, Dougles Kelly and Ross Littell.

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Chrome

William Katavolos, Ross Littell and Douglas Kelly, Series of 4 T Chairs, 1952
William Katavolos, Ross Littell and Douglas Kelly, Series of 4 T Chairs, 1952

William Katavolos, Ross Littell and Douglas Kelly, Series of 4 T Chairs, 1952

By Laverne International, Douglas Kelly, Ross Littell and William Katavolos

Located in Catonvielle, FR

Set of 4 T chairs designed by Douglas Kelly, Ross Littell and William Katavolos for Laverne International, Italy, 1952.

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

William Katavolos, Ross Littell & Douglas Kelley T-Chair for Laverne, circa 1953
William Katavolos, Ross Littell & Douglas Kelley T-Chair for Laverne, circa 1953

William Katavolos, Ross Littell & Douglas Kelley T-Chair for Laverne, circa 1953

By Laverne International, Douglas Kelly, Ross Littell and William Katavolos

Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA

William Katavolos, Ross Littell & Douglas Kelley T-chair for Laverne International. circa 1953.

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Steel, Chrome

William Katavolos, Ross Littell & Douglas Kelley T-Chair for Laverne, circa 1953
William Katavolos, Ross Littell & Douglas Kelley T-Chair for Laverne, circa 1953

William Katavolos, Ross Littell & Douglas Kelley T-Chair for Laverne, circa 1953

By Laverne International, Douglas Kelly, Ross Littell and William Katavolos

Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA

William Katavolos, Ross Littell & Douglas Kelley T-chair for Laverne International. circa 1953.

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Steel, Chrome

2 Studio Made Leather and Iron T, Chairs in the Style of Katavolos for Laverne
2 Studio Made Leather and Iron T, Chairs in the Style of Katavolos for Laverne

2 Studio Made Leather and Iron T, Chairs in the Style of Katavolos for Laverne

By William Katavolos, Laverne International

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Iron and sling leather chairs. Artisan made. In the style of William Katavolos for Laverne.

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Late 20th Century American Rustic Chairs

Materials

Metal, Iron

William Katavolos Lounge T-Chair for Laverne, 1952
William Katavolos Lounge T-Chair for Laverne, 1952

William Katavolos Lounge T-Chair for Laverne, 1952

By Laverne International

Located in Pawtucket, RI

Very rare lounge version "T-chair" designed by William Katavolos in 1952. The chair is in great condition with new brown leather sling.

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

Scary Looking Brazilian Leather Hammock T Chair
Scary Looking Brazilian Leather Hammock T Chair

Scary Looking Brazilian Leather Hammock T Chair

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H 43.31 in W 27.17 in D 31.5 in

Scary Looking Brazilian Leather Hammock T Chair

By William Katavolos

Located in Den Haag, NL

This chair looks like something out of a "Mad Max" movie or "Hannibal the cannibal" thick hand stich leather upholstery. Comes with a solid wooden frame Brazilian 1960 s Very good...

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Vintage 1970s Spanish Brutalist Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather

Katavolos T Chairs for Laverne International
Katavolos T Chairs for Laverne International

Katavolos T Chairs for Laverne International

By William Katavolos, Laverne International

Located in San Francisco, CA

Original pair of Laverne International "T" chairs designed by Katavolos, completely restored. $1950.00 each.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Armchairs

Materials

Chrome

William Katavolos T-Chair for Laverne, 1952
William Katavolos T-Chair for Laverne, 1952

William Katavolos T-Chair for Laverne, 1952

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H 32 in W 22.875 in D 22.375 in

William Katavolos T-Chair for Laverne, 1952

By Douglas Kelly, Ross Littell and William Katavolos

Located in Dallas, TX

T-chair designed by William Katavolos for Laverne, 1952.

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Vintage 1950s Dining Room Chairs

Midcentury Set of Six White Leather "T" Chairs by William Katavolos for Laverne
Midcentury Set of Six White Leather "T" Chairs by William Katavolos for Laverne

Midcentury Set of Six White Leather "T" Chairs by William Katavolos for Laverne

By William Katavolos

Located in Toledo, OH

A stunning set of 6 white leather "T" chairs by William Katavolos for Laverne. Referred to as the "T" chair because of its T shaped frame and leather sling seat, these chairs are tru...

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Set of Six Black T-Chairs by William Katavolos for Laverne International
Set of Six Black T-Chairs by William Katavolos for Laverne International

Set of Six Black T-Chairs by William Katavolos for Laverne International

By William Katavolos

Located in CA, CA

A set of six sling-back t-chairs from the 1960s by William Katavolos, Ross Littel and Douglas Kelley for Laverne International.

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Steel

Katavolos Kelly and Littell Set of Twelve 'T-Chairs' in Leather
Katavolos Kelly and Littell Set of Twelve 'T-Chairs' in Leather

Katavolos Kelly and Littell Set of Twelve 'T-Chairs' in Leather

By William Katavolos

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Katavolos, Kelley and Littell, set of 12 T-chairs, chrome-plated steel, enameled steel, black and cognac leather, United States, design 1952 Lovely set of twelve three-legged chairs...

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

T-Chairs by William Katavolos Littell and Kelly for Laverne Originals
T-Chairs by William Katavolos Littell and Kelly for Laverne Originals

T-Chairs by William Katavolos Littell and Kelly for Laverne Originals

By Douglas Kelly, Ross Littell and William Katavolos, Laverne International

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Set of four patinated leather T-Chairs by William Katavolos, Ross Littel and Douglas Kelley for Laverne Originals.

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Vintage 1950s American Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Steel

Katavolos, Kelly and Littell for Laverne T-Chair in Original Tan Leather
Katavolos, Kelly and Littell for Laverne T-Chair in Original Tan Leather

Katavolos, Kelly and Littell for Laverne T-Chair in Original Tan Leather

By Douglas Kelly, Ross Littell and William Katavolos, William Katavolos, Laverne International

Located in Southampton, NJ

This particular example belonged to 1970s portrait painter Sandra Blumberg. Mick Jagger, Elton John, Mohammad Ali and countless other legends have sat in it to pose. Leather sling, ...

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Four T-Chairs by Katavolos, Littel & Kelly for Laverne in Black Leather
Four T-Chairs by Katavolos, Littel & Kelly for Laverne in Black Leather

Four T-Chairs by Katavolos, Littel & Kelly for Laverne in Black Leather

By Laverne International, Douglas Kelly, Ross Littell and William Katavolos, William Katavolos

Located in Oakland, CA

Four T chairs designed by William Katavolos, Ross Littel & Douglas Kelley for Laverne International.

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Chainmail Sculptural Chair, Nickel Plated Steel Finish, Hand Linked Mesh
Chainmail Sculptural Chair, Nickel Plated Steel Finish, Hand Linked Mesh

Chainmail Sculptural Chair, Nickel Plated Steel Finish, Hand Linked Mesh

By Panorammma

Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX

Chainmail chair is a new take on William Katavolos 1952’s T-chair.

Category

2010s Mexican Post-Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

Chainmail Sculptural Chair, Nickel Plated Steel Finish, Hand Linked Mesh
Chainmail Sculptural Chair, Nickel Plated Steel Finish, Hand Linked Mesh

Chainmail Sculptural Chair, Nickel Plated Steel Finish, Hand Linked Mesh

By Panorammma

Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX

Chainmail chair is a new take on William Katavolos 1952’s T-chair.

Category

2010s Mexican Post-Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

Chainmail Sculptural Chair, Nickel Plated Steel Finish, Hand Linked Mesh
Chainmail Sculptural Chair, Nickel Plated Steel Finish, Hand Linked Mesh

Chainmail Sculptural Chair, Nickel Plated Steel Finish, Hand Linked Mesh

By Panorammma

Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX

Chainmail chair is a new take on William Katavolos 1952’s T-chair.

Category

2010s Mexican Post-Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

Chainmail Sculptural Chair, Nickel Plated Steel Finish, Hand Linked Mesh
Chainmail Sculptural Chair, Nickel Plated Steel Finish, Hand Linked Mesh

Chainmail Sculptural Chair, Nickel Plated Steel Finish, Hand Linked Mesh

By Panorammma

Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX

The Chainmail Chair reinterprets William Katavolos' 1952 T-chair, incorporating a medieval-modern aesthetic that merges ancient craftsmanship with contemporary design.

Category

2010s Mexican Post-Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

William Katavolos T-Chairs
William Katavolos T-Chairs

William Katavolos T-Chairs

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H 32 in W 23 in D 23 in

William Katavolos T-Chairs

By William Katavolos

Located in Phoenix, AZ

Set of four original William Katavolos leather sling T-Chairs manufactured by Laverne International.

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Chrome, Steel

A Douglas Kelly, Ross Littell and William Katavolos "T" Chair
A Douglas Kelly, Ross Littell and William Katavolos "T" Chair

A Douglas Kelly, Ross Littell and William Katavolos "T" Chair

Located in New York, NY

A Douglas Kelly, Ross Littell and William Katavolos "T" Chair with Black Leather Sling Seat

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Vintage 1950s American Slipper Chairs

Materials

Chrome, Metal, Steel

A Pair of "T" Chairs with Black Leather Sling Seats
A Pair of "T" Chairs with Black Leather Sling Seats

A Pair of "T" Chairs with Black Leather Sling Seats

Located in New York, NY

A Pair of Douglas Kelly, Ross Littell and William Katavolos "T" Chairs with Black Leather Sling Seats

Category

Vintage 1950s American Chairs

Materials

Chrome

William Katavolos Sling T-Chairs Two
William Katavolos Sling T-Chairs Two

William Katavolos Sling T-Chairs Two

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H 32 in W 23 in D 23 in

William Katavolos Sling T-Chairs Two

By William Katavolos

Located in Phoenix, AZ

William Katavolos leather sling T-Chairs manufactured by Lavergne International.

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Chrome, Steel

Sling T Chair by Katavolos
Sling T Chair by Katavolos

Sling T Chair by Katavolos

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H 32 in W 22 in D 19.5 in

Sling T Chair by Katavolos

By William Katavolos

Located in New York, NY

Mid Century Vintage Chair by William Katavolos

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

William Katavolos Lounge T-Chair for Laverne, 1952
William Katavolos Lounge T-Chair for Laverne, 1952

William Katavolos Lounge T-Chair for Laverne, 1952

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H 36.62 in W 40.16 in D 29.93 in

William Katavolos Lounge T-Chair for Laverne, 1952

By William Katavolos, Laverne International

Located in Munster, NRW

Very rare lounge version "T-Chair" designed by William Katavolos in 1952. The chair is in great condition with beautiful patina.

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Set of Six Katavolos "T" Leather Chairs
Set of Six Katavolos "T" Leather Chairs

Set of Six Katavolos "T" Leather Chairs

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H 29 in W 23 in D 24 in

Set of Six Katavolos "T" Leather Chairs

By William Katavolos

Located in Stamford, CT

Set of 6 saddle leather and black welded steel bases. Designed by Katavolos, Litell and Kelly for Laverne Inc. Provenance - Laverne Inc., New York Leather is in excellent vintage ...

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Vintage 1950s American Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Steel

William Katavolos Set of Four T-Chairs for ICF De Padova
William Katavolos Set of Four T-Chairs for ICF De Padova

William Katavolos Set of Four T-Chairs for ICF De Padova

By Douglas Kelly, Ross Littell and William Katavolos

Located in Firenze, IT

Iconic Set of four late 1960s T-chairs designed by William Katavolos, Ross Littell and Douglas Kelley, produced by ICF De Padova from 1964.

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel, Chrome

William Katavalos T-Chair
William Katavalos T-Chair

William Katavalos T-Chair

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H 31.5 in W 22.5 in D 22 in

William Katavalos T-Chair

By Laverne International, William Katavolos

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Designed by William Katavolos in 1953 the T-Chair gets its name for the "T" shape of the metal frame for the back, legs, and cross support along with the leather sling seat.

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rare Wide Lounge T-Chair by Katavolos, Littell and Kelley for Laverne
Rare Wide Lounge T-Chair by Katavolos, Littell and Kelley for Laverne

Rare Wide Lounge T-Chair by Katavolos, Littell and Kelley for Laverne

By William Katavolos

Located in Maastricht, NL

Katavolos leather sling "T" lounge chair in good condition with a beautiful patina.

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Rare T Lounge Chair by Katavolos, Littell, & Kelley for Laverne International
Rare T Lounge Chair by Katavolos, Littell, & Kelley for Laverne International

Rare T Lounge Chair by Katavolos, Littell, & Kelley for Laverne International

By Laverne International, William Katavolos

Located in Dorchester, MA

William Katavolos in partnership with Douglas Kelley & Ross Littell designed the iconic sling-back T chair in 1952 as model 3LC in Laverne International's sculptural New Furniture se...

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Chrome, Steel

Set of 8 T-Chairs
Set of 8 T-Chairs

Set of 8 T-Chairs

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H 32.5 in W 19 in D 22.5 in

Set of 8 T-Chairs

By William Katavolos

Located in Queens, NY

Set of 8 T-chairs by William Katavolos, 1952

Category

Vintage 1950s Chairs

Materials

Chrome, Steel

Iconic vintage "T" Chair by William Katavolos
Iconic vintage "T" Chair by William Katavolos

Iconic vintage "T" Chair by William Katavolos

Located in Palm Springs, CA

An iconic "T" side chair by William Katavolos circa 1952. The leather on this chair has been professionally restored.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Side Chairs

Materials

Steel

Chaise T, Modèle 3LC, Par Douglas Kelly, Ross Littell & William Katavolos Pour L
Chaise T, Modèle 3LC, Par Douglas Kelly, Ross Littell & William Katavolos Pour L

Chaise T, Modèle 3LC, Par Douglas Kelly, Ross Littell & William Katavolos Pour L

By Laverne International, Douglas Kelly, Ross Littell and William Katavolos

Located in Saint Rémy de Provence, FR

T-chair, model 3LC, was designed by Douglas Kelly, Ross Littell and William Katavolos for Laverne International in New York in 1952.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

Pair Circa 1970s T-Style Brown Leather Sling Chairs
Pair Circa 1970s T-Style Brown Leather Sling Chairs

Pair Circa 1970s T-Style Brown Leather Sling Chairs

By William Katavolos

Located in San Francisco, CA

Leather at it's end, has fabric tubes, where a metal rod goes through, that in turns holds the sling in place. It's design has a William Katavolos feel to it.

Category

Vintage 1970s North American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

Set of Four T Side Chairs, Katavolos, Littel & Kelley for Laverne International
Set of Four T Side Chairs, Katavolos, Littel & Kelley for Laverne International

Set of Four T Side Chairs, Katavolos, Littel & Kelley for Laverne International

By William Katavolos, Laverne International

Located in Dorchester, MA

William Katavolos in partnership with Douglas Kelley & Ross Littell designed the iconic sling-back T chair in 1952 as model 3LC in Laverne International's sculptural New Furniture se...

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William Katavolos T Chair For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal william katavolos t chair for your home. Frequently made of animal skin, leather and metal, every william katavolos t chair was constructed with great care. Your living room may not be complete without a william katavolos t chair — find older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. Each william katavolos t chair bearing Mid-Century Modern hallmarks is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one william katavolos t chair that is appealing in its simplicity, but William Katavolos, Laverne International and Katavolos, Littel, & Kelly produced versions that are worth a look.

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A william katavolos t chair can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $5,550, while the lowest priced sells for $1,400 and the highest can go for as much as $33,500.

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