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Arflex Furniture

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From its unorthodox beginnings, Italian manufacturer Arflex grew into one of the leaders of 20th-century furniture design. Its furniture came to be known for its integration of new materials and bold appeal, and today a variety of vintage Arflex chairs, sofas and tables are emblems of mid-century modernism.

Arflex was established in Milan in 1947 by Pirelli employees Carlo Barassi, Pio Reggiani, Renato Teani and Aldo Bai. Barassi, a Milan Polytechnic graduate and visionary engineer at the Italian tire manufacturer, explored innovative technology and new uses for synthetic materials in domestic products (for Kartell, he codeveloped a ski rack for automobiles). The four founders partnered with a young architect named Marco Zanuso, who also desired to create furniture that featured an application of novel materials such as elastic tape and polyurethane foam.

One of Arflex’s inaugural pieces was Zanuso’s Lady armchair, a seat made of polyurethane foam that was manufactured in pieces and assembled at the very end of the production process. It won a gold medal at the 1951 Milan Triennale. A couple of years later, Arflex collaborated with Studio BBPR to create the office-chic Elettra and Neptunia chairs. The flourishing furniture company quickly established a reputation for compelling products and attracting and working with up-and-coming designers such as Roberto Menghi, who created Hall, a luxurious line of seating that would earn the Compasso d’Oro – Honorable Mention in 1959.

In the 1960s, Arflex continued to welcome the use of new and cutting-edge materials. Popular designs from this decade include Carlo Bartoli's fiberglass and polyester resin Gaia lounge chair and Cini Boer’s Bobo Relax lounger, one of history’s first seating pieces made of polyurethane foam (it has no internal frame). Boer, a pioneer of furniture design in Italy, also created the Strips sofa for the brand in 1972. Part of a plush modular seating system, the Strips sofa became an Arflex icon and was awarded the Compasso d'Oro in 1979.

Arflex continues to work with innovative designers to this day. Among their more recent collaborations is with Swedish design studio Claesson Koivisto Rune. The company's legendary creations are also on display at museums worldwide. The Lady chair, for example, is in the permanent collection of the Museum of Modern Art in New York City.

On 1stDibs, you can find a collection of vintage Arflex lounge chairs, armchairs, coffee tables and other furniture.

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Italian mid-century modern Armchair Carmina by Carlo Santi for Arflex, 1970s
Italian mid-century modern Armchair Carmina by Carlo Santi for Arflex, 1970s

Italian mid-century modern Armchair Carmina by Carlo Santi for Arflex, 1970s

By Arflex

Located in MIlano, IT

Italian mid-century modern wood and fabric armchair Carmina by Carlo Santi for Arflex, 1970s Armchair mod. Carmina in wood and original fabric of the period. The seat and backrest ar...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arflex Furniture

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Fabric, Wood

Italian mid-century modern black leather armchair Cesare Casati for Arflex 1960s
Italian mid-century modern black leather armchair Cesare Casati for Arflex 1960s

Italian mid-century modern black leather armchair Cesare Casati for Arflex 1960s

By Arflex, Cesare Casati

Located in MIlano, IT

Italian mid-century modern black leather armchair Cesare Casati for Arflex 1960s Swivel armchair in black leather. The seat and backrest are composed of a single curved and welcoming...

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arflex Furniture

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Metal

Mario Marenco Lounge Armchairs model Marius&Marius by Arflex, Italy – circa 1970
Mario Marenco Lounge Armchairs model Marius&Marius by Arflex, Italy – circa 1970

Mario Marenco Lounge Armchairs model Marius&Marius by Arflex, Italy – circa 1970

By Arflex, Mario Marenco

Located in Pijnacker, Zuid-Holland

The Marius&Marius lounge chairs and sofa were designed by the Italian architect and designer Mario Marenco in 1970. He is known for distinctive and innovative designs, featuring ...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arflex Furniture

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Leather

Pair of Authentic ARFLEX Italy T-Line Lounge Chairs Postmodern 1980s
Pair of Authentic ARFLEX Italy T-Line Lounge Chairs Postmodern 1980s

Pair of Authentic ARFLEX Italy T-Line Lounge Chairs Postmodern 1980s

By Arflex

Located in Buxton, GB

RARE Pair of Authentic ARFLEX Italy Lounge Chairs Postmodern 1980s ​For the serious collector of Italian design: A stunning matching pair of Arflex lounge chairs. These pieces repr...

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Late 20th Century Italian Space Age Arflex Furniture

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Aluminum

Pair of armchairs by G. Ponti A. Fornaroli A. Roselli (Studio PFR) Arflex 1955
Pair of armchairs by G. Ponti A. Fornaroli A. Roselli (Studio PFR) Arflex 1955

Pair of armchairs by G. Ponti A. Fornaroli A. Roselli (Studio PFR) Arflex 1955

By Studio PFR ( Ponti Fornaroli Rosselli ), Arflex

Located in bergen op zoom, NL

Pair of "Airone" armchairs with new upholstery Design by Studio PFR Gio Ponti, Antonio Fornaroli and Alberto Rosselli Manufactured by Arflex Italy in 1955 and distributed by Arflex...

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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arflex Furniture

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Metal, Brass

Benefits of Progress Painting by Artfux, 1992
Benefits of Progress Painting by Artfux, 1992

Benefits of Progress Painting by Artfux, 1992

By Arflex

Located in Palm Springs, CA

A great image by the collaborative group Artfux founded in 1990. This work was most likely influenced by one of the founders Ray Arcadio. From his website the following; To artist R...

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Late 20th Century American Arflex Furniture

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Paper

Woodline Chair by Marco Zanuso, Italy, 1970's
Woodline Chair by Marco Zanuso, Italy, 1970's

Woodline Chair by Marco Zanuso, Italy, 1970's

By Marco Zanuso, Arflex

Located in Austin, TX

Woodline black calf leather lounge chair by Marco Zanuso for Arflex. Supple original black leather upholstery sits within a bent plywood matte black frame. Very comfortable. Italy...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Arflex Furniture

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Leather, Bentwood

Fiorenza by Albini for Arflex
Fiorenza by Albini for Arflex

Fiorenza by Albini for Arflex

By Arflex, Franco Albini

Located in Milano, IT

An authentic Fiorenza armchair, designed by Franco Albini and manufactured by Arflex, represents a high-quality production exemplar dating back to the early 2000s. The piece features...

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Late 20th Century Italian Arflex Furniture

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Fabric, Wool, Wood, Lacquer

Italian mid-century modern Armchair Carmina by Carlo Santi for Arflex, 1970s
Italian mid-century modern Armchair Carmina by Carlo Santi for Arflex, 1970s

Italian mid-century modern Armchair Carmina by Carlo Santi for Arflex, 1970s

By Arflex

Located in MIlano, IT

Italian mid-century modern wood and fabric armchair Carmina by Carlo Santi for Arflex, 1970s Armchair mod. Carmina in wood and original fabric of the period. The seat and backrest ar...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arflex Furniture

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Fabric, Wood

Mid Century Baby Armchair by Marco Zanuso for Arflex, 1950s
Mid Century Baby Armchair by Marco Zanuso for Arflex, 1950s

Mid Century Baby Armchair by Marco Zanuso for Arflex, 1950s

By Marco Zanuso, Arflex

Located in Oud Beijerland, NL

Very rare "Baby" chair designed by Marco Zanuso for Arflex in the 50's. This lounge chair is very comfortable and classic elegant. This chair has been totally restored and reupholste...

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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arflex Furniture

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Metal

Italian mid-Century Modern Coffee Table by Hosoe  Marinelli for Arflex, 1980s
Italian mid-Century Modern Coffee Table by Hosoe  Marinelli for Arflex, 1980s

Italian mid-Century Modern Coffee Table by Hosoe Marinelli for Arflex, 1980s

By Isao Hosoe, Arflex

Located in MIlano, IT

Italian mid-Century Modern Coffee Table by Hosoe Marinelli for Arflex, 1980s Coffee table in lacquered wood formed by four mobile circles resting on solid black wooden legs. The rim...

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1980s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arflex Furniture

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Wood

“Lucania” Chair by Giancarlo De Carlo for Arflex, Italy, 1950s
“Lucania” Chair by Giancarlo De Carlo for Arflex, Italy, 1950s

“Lucania” Chair by Giancarlo De Carlo for Arflex, Italy, 1950s

By Giancarlo De Carlo, Arflex

Located in Torino, IT

Designed by Giancarlo De Carlo for Arflex in the second half of the 1950s, the “Lucania” chair is the result of a particularly interesting project: its design was conceived for the i...

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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arflex Furniture

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Metal

1980s Burkhard Vogtherr T-Line Armchair for Arflex
1980s Burkhard Vogtherr T-Line Armchair for Arflex

1980s Burkhard Vogtherr T-Line Armchair for Arflex

By Arflex, Burkhard Vogtherr

Located in Marbella, ES

1980s Burkhard Vogtherr T-Line Armchair for Arflex.

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Late 20th Century Italian Arflex Furniture

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Leather

Arflex Arcolor 100cm Small Table in White Carrara Marble Top by Jaime Hayon
Arflex Arcolor 100cm Small Table in White Carrara Marble Top by Jaime Hayon

Arflex Arcolor 100cm Small Table in White Carrara Marble Top by Jaime Hayon

By Jaime Hayon, Arflex

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Arflex Arcolor 100 Small Table in White Carrara Marble Top by Jaime Hayon. Small tables designed around the classical geometry of the arch, employing from the beginning the disciplin...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Arflex Furniture

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Carrara Marble

Arflex Match Small Table in Quarzite Silver Marble by Bernhardt & Vella
Arflex Match Small Table in Quarzite Silver Marble by Bernhardt & Vella

Arflex Match Small Table in Quarzite Silver Marble by Bernhardt & Vella

By Arflex, Bernhardt & Vella

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Arflex Match Small Table in Quarzite Silver Marble by Bernhardt & Vella. Match project is characterized by the brass joint, that joints the structure with the shelf, becoming a preci...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Arflex Furniture

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Marble

Arflex Serena Armchair in Lama Fabric with Wenge Stained Legs by Luca Nichetto
Arflex Serena Armchair in Lama Fabric with Wenge Stained Legs by Luca Nichetto

Arflex Serena Armchair in Lama Fabric with Wenge Stained Legs by Luca Nichetto

By Luca Nichetto, Arflex

Located in Brooklyn, NY

With Serena armchair and Doge pouf, Luca Nichetto has gone further, arriving to the archetype of the Venetian bergère and of its ottoman, both with wooden frame and textile cover, re...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Arflex Furniture

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Ash

Arflex Arcolor 100cm Small Table in Black Marquinia Marble Top by Jaime Hayon
Arflex Arcolor 100cm Small Table in Black Marquinia Marble Top by Jaime Hayon

Arflex Arcolor 100cm Small Table in Black Marquinia Marble Top by Jaime Hayon

By Arflex, Jaime Hayon

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Arflex Arcolor 100 Small Table in Black Marquinia Marble Top by Jaime Hayon. Small tables designed around the classical geometry of the arch, employing from the beginning the discipl...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Arflex Furniture

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Marble

Arflex Tablet 80cm Small Low Table in White Marble by Claesson Koivisto Rune
Arflex Tablet 80cm Small Low Table in White Marble by Claesson Koivisto Rune

Arflex Tablet 80cm Small Low Table in White Marble by Claesson Koivisto Rune

By Arflex, Claesson Koivisto Rune

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Arflex Tablet Small Low Table in White Carrara Marble by Claesson Koivisto Rune. The inspiration for their form comes from the ornamental pendants fashioned and worn by the Maori peo...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Arflex Furniture

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Marble

Arflex Tablet Square Table in Black Marquinia Marble by Claesson Koivisto Rune
Arflex Tablet Square Table in Black Marquinia Marble by Claesson Koivisto Rune

Arflex Tablet Square Table in Black Marquinia Marble by Claesson Koivisto Rune

By Arflex, Claesson Koivisto Rune

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Arflex Tablet Square Table in Black Marquinia Marble by Claesson Koivisto Rune. The inspiration for their form comes from the ornamental pendants fashioned and worn by the Maori peop...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Arflex Furniture

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Marble

Arflex Tablet High Table in Emperador Marble Top by Claesson Koivisto Rune
Arflex Tablet High Table in Emperador Marble Top by Claesson Koivisto Rune

Arflex Tablet High Table in Emperador Marble Top by Claesson Koivisto Rune

By Arflex, Claesson Koivisto Rune

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Arflex Tablet High Table in Emperador Marble Top by Claesson Koivisto Rune . The inspiration for their form comes from the ornamental pendants fashioned and worn by the Maori peoples...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Arflex Furniture

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Marble

Arflex Jules Armchair in Leather & Gun Metal Grey Legs by Claesson Koivisto Rune
Arflex Jules Armchair in Leather & Gun Metal Grey Legs by Claesson Koivisto Rune

Arflex Jules Armchair in Leather & Gun Metal Grey Legs by Claesson Koivisto Rune

By Arflex, Claesson Koivisto Rune

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Jules & Jim are two simple armchairs, with a high seating comfort. Jules is the small version and Jim the larger version. Additional Information: Materials: Upholstered seat with...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Arflex Furniture

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Leather

Arflex Algon Low Back Armchair in Pink Boucle Fabric by Luca Nichetto
Arflex Algon Low Back Armchair in Pink Boucle Fabric by Luca Nichetto

Arflex Algon Low Back Armchair in Pink Boucle Fabric by Luca Nichetto

By Arflex, Luca Nichetto

Located in Brooklyn, NY

The Algon lounge Chair was developed together with the Algon Chair, melding Scandinavian simplicity with a patterned quilted upholstery. Contrary to the Algon Chair, that has a strict formality, the Algon lounge chair has high sides, that allow for a sense of privacy, perfect for hushed late-night conversations or a solitary moment...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Arflex Furniture

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Fabric

Arflex Capilano 55cm Small Table in White Carrara Marble-Top by Luca Nichetto
Arflex Capilano 55cm Small Table in White Carrara Marble-Top by Luca Nichetto

Arflex Capilano 55cm Small Table in White Carrara Marble-Top by Luca Nichetto

By Luca Nichetto, Arflex

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Arflex Capilano Small Table in White Carrara Marble Top by Luca Nichetto. Supported by a light and elegant metal structure, Capilano's series of small tables takes its name from the ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Arflex Furniture

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Carrara Marble

Arflex Arcolor 30cm Small Table in White Carrara Marble Top by Jaime Hayon
Arflex Arcolor 30cm Small Table in White Carrara Marble Top by Jaime Hayon

Arflex Arcolor 30cm Small Table in White Carrara Marble Top by Jaime Hayon

By Arflex, Jaime Hayon

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Arflex Arcolor 30 Small Table in White Carrara Marble Top by Jaime Hayon. Small tables designed around the classical geometry of the arch, employing from the beginning the discipline...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Arflex Furniture

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Carrara Marble

Arflex Tablet High Table in White Carrara Marble Top by Claesson Koivisto Rune
Arflex Tablet High Table in White Carrara Marble Top by Claesson Koivisto Rune

Arflex Tablet High Table in White Carrara Marble Top by Claesson Koivisto Rune

By Arflex, Claesson Koivisto Rune

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Arflex Tablet High Table in White Carrara Marble Top by Claesson Koivisto Rune. The inspiration for their form comes from the ornamental pendants fashioned and worn by the Maori peop...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Arflex Furniture

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Marble

Arflex Serena Armchair in Lama Fabric with Wenge Stained Legs by Luca Nichetto
Arflex Serena Armchair in Lama Fabric with Wenge Stained Legs by Luca Nichetto

Arflex Serena Armchair in Lama Fabric with Wenge Stained Legs by Luca Nichetto

By Luca Nichetto, Arflex

Located in Brooklyn, NY

With Serena armchair and Doge pouf, Luca Nichetto has gone further, arriving to the archetype of the Venetian bergère and of its ottoman, both with wooden frame and textile cover, re...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Arflex Furniture

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Ash

Arflex Brianza Chair with Armrest in Fabric and Metal by Claesson Koivisto Rune
Arflex Brianza Chair with Armrest in Fabric and Metal by Claesson Koivisto Rune

Arflex Brianza Chair with Armrest in Fabric and Metal by Claesson Koivisto Rune

By Arflex, Claesson Koivisto Rune

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Its feature is the extra width. In fact, it is slightly wider than most chairs, making it feel more luxurious than other chairs in this typology, without using more floor space than ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Arflex Furniture

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Fabric

Arflex Tellin Armchair in Beta Fabric with Metal Legs by Luca Nichetto
Arflex Tellin Armchair in Beta Fabric with Metal Legs by Luca Nichetto

Arflex Tellin Armchair in Beta Fabric with Metal Legs by Luca Nichetto

By Luca Nichetto, Arflex

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Tellin armchair has the elegant appearance of a welcoming open seashell. Two “valves” meet and merge by overlapping so to compose the seat and the backrest. Additional information...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Arflex Furniture

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Metal

Arflex Capilano 96cm Small Table in Emperador Marble Top by Luca Nichetto
Arflex Capilano 96cm Small Table in Emperador Marble Top by Luca Nichetto

Arflex Capilano 96cm Small Table in Emperador Marble Top by Luca Nichetto

By Luca Nichetto, Arflex

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Arflex Capilano Small Table in Emperador Marble Top by Luca Nichetto. Supported by a light and elegant metal structure, Capilano's series of small tables takes its name from the Capi...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Arflex Furniture

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Marble

Arflex Match Console Table with Quarzite Silver Marble Top by Bernhardt & Vella
Arflex Match Console Table with Quarzite Silver Marble Top by Bernhardt & Vella

Arflex Match Console Table with Quarzite Silver Marble Top by Bernhardt & Vella

By Arflex, Bernhardt & Vella

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Match project is characterized by the brass joint, that joints the structure with the shelf, becoming a precious and decorative element. The stackable system allows to create, with t...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Arflex Furniture

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Metal

Arflex Gloria Quilted Armchair High Backrest in Blue by Claesson Koivisto Rune

Arflex Gloria Quilted Armchair High Backrest in Blue by Claesson Koivisto Rune

By Claesson Koivisto Rune, Arflex

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Arflex Gloria Quilted High Version Chair in Mistral Fabric by Claesson Koivisto Rune. She can look smart for when she goes to work, dressed up when going to a party, or put on something cosy when staying in. Dress her as you want her to be! Additional Information: Materials: Upholstered seat with black lacquered metal & black protective nylon glides Color: Fabric Mistral 44, T4 Structure: Trademark low energy consumption material with recyclable technology and poplar multiply wood Springing: Elstic straps Seat Upholstery: Shaped polyurethane with differentiated density / polyester slip cover Armrest and Backrest Upholstery: Shaped polyurethane with differentiated density / polyester slip cover Base: Black lacquered metal & black protective nylon glides Cover: Fabric or leather. Not removable cover, except for version wih skirt Cover in leather not available for armchair with skirt...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Arflex Furniture

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Fabric

Headless Leader Painting by Artfux
Headless Leader Painting by Artfux

Headless Leader Painting by Artfux

By Arflex

Located in Palm Springs, CA

A great image by the collaborative group Artfux founded in 1990. This work was most likely influenced by one of the founders Ray Arcadio. From his website the following; To artist R...

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Late 20th Century American Arflex Furniture

T-Line Chairs by Burkhard Vogtherr
T-Line Chairs by Burkhard Vogtherr

T-Line Chairs by Burkhard Vogtherr

By Burkhard Vogtherr, Arflex

Located in Chicago, IL

for Arflex c. 1980s, fully restored with new fabric and foam - excellent condition

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1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Arflex Furniture

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Fabric

Lady Marco Zanuso by Arflex Cotton Velvet and Hermes Fabric Italian Armchair
Lady Marco Zanuso by Arflex Cotton Velvet and Hermes Fabric Italian Armchair

Lady Marco Zanuso by Arflex Cotton Velvet and Hermes Fabric Italian Armchair

By Arflex, Marco Zanuso

Located in Madrid, ES

Armchair model «Lady» designed by Marco Zanuso edited by Arflex. Structure made of solid wood, and metal legs. Seat and back upholstered in cotton velvet designed by India Mahdavi an...

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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Arflex Furniture

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Cotton, Velvet

Arflex furniture for sale on 1stDibs.

Arflex furniture are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of fabric and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Arflex furniture, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. We have 207 vintage editions of these items in-stock, while there is 101 modern edition to choose from as well. Many of the original furniture by Arflex were created in the mid-century modern style in europe during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider furniture by Cappellini, Fratelli Boffi, and Franco Albini. Prices for Arflex furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $377 and can go as high as $58,000, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $6,101.