Skrivo Design Armchairs

Available now, this beautiful pair of Brazilian Modern armchairs are made of ebonized Pau Marfim hardwood & white leather in buttone style. The structure is composed of curved arms & feet, and were designed by Joaquim Tenreiro in the 1940’s. The wood joints are composed of delicate wood pins in Pau Marfim also, which were typically used by the artist at the time. Sold as set of two. For the restoration process, both armchairs where dissembled to understand their condition and to restore them following Tenreiro’s technique. This is shown in the last 3 images. The set comes from a private residence in Copacabana, Rio de Janeiro. This mid-century modern pair would look incredible in any modern, mid-century modern, boho chic or contemporary environment. Joaquim Tenreiro (1906–1992) was among the leading furniture designers and visual artists in mid-20th century Brazil. Tenreiro was born in Melo, Gouveia Municipality, Portugal into a family of woodworkers and carpenters. In the late 1920s, he emigrated to Rio de Janeiro and began working for the firm of Laubisch & Hirth. In the early 1940s, Tenreiro was among the first designers in the Brazilian furniture industry to adopt a European modernist vernacular. His initial efforts, including the 1942 "Poltrona Leve," met with considerable success, and in 1943 he established his own firm with factories in Rio de Janeiro and São Paulo. However, it was not until the 1950s that he began to be recognized as a master furniture designer in Brazil. His design philosophy found a great response with architects who supported modernism. A forerunner in the use of rediscovered raw materials (like cane and jacaranda -Brazilian Roswood) as well as the creator of a new formal language in 20th-century Brazilian furniture design, he drew on the lessons of past furniture-making as a vital source, not only in the mastery of technical and constructive solutions but also in the aesthetic experience, craftsmanship, and the cultural meaning of his production. As a result, his exquisitely crafted pieces evoke a refined coexistence of traditional values and modern aesthetics, firmly bound to the Brazilian cultural milieu. Literature: • Arquitetura e Decoracao, no. 12, Jul-Aug 1955 • Tenreiro book...

Classic mid-century french lines on this ''egg" chair upholstered in brown bouclé, on four conical walnut legs ending in brass spheres.

Gorgeous pair of velvet armchairs of English manufacture of the late 1800s. The beautiful armchairs have a walnut wood structure and have been lined with sand colored velvet tending...

A beautiful and solid turned walnut Jacobean Barley Twist Armchair by Kittinger Furniture Compan, circa 1890 having fresh tweed cotton/poly blend...

Gold Design Award Winner for Furniture Design Category at the A’Design Award Competition 2021-2022 The Niemeyer II fur armchair is named after the Brazili...

Large set of dining chairs, colored metal, Italy, 1960s Very large set of metal chairs in a red color. The chairs have an elegant, bold design, as is quintessential of Italian patio chairs. Curved shapes and thin armrests form the frame combined with a mesh seat and back. Because we were able to get a very large quantity of this characteristic and quirky chair...

Harry Bertoia 'Diamond' armchair in chromed metal, circa 1970s. Dimensions: H85 x W83 x D62 cm.

3 mid-century design armchairs in perforated metal from the 50's. They may well have been made in Mathieu Matégot's studio, wen you see it is fashioned with his signature "Rigitulle" technique combining perforated metal with pliant metal tubing. They are repainted several times and we kept them just the way they where found. We did provide them with new caps...

The Tulip Midi was the missing member of the Tulip family for a long time. The armchair was designed by Pierre Paulin in 1960 and now completes the Tulip se...

Armchair in solid varnished oak. A company that has always attributed such great importance to the author of the designs could never forget the great figures in history. That is wh...

A teak wood armchair upholstered in charcoal fabric, the Abra chair balances visual strength with understated elegance. *Please check availability prior to purchase*. Its sculptural frame, crafted from solid teak with a soft matte finish, contrasts beautifully with the deep-toned fabric—creating a warm yet contemporary presence in any room. The armrests flow seamlessly into the angled back and legs, revealing the grain and natural variation of the wood, making each chair unique. Soft Ecosoft foam padding provides support without stiffness, making this chair as comfortable as it is stylish. Whether you're reading, relaxing, or entertaining, the Abra delivers a soft comfort level with structure—no excess, no compromise. Its compact footprint and curved silhouette make it easy to place in a living room as a standalone accent, or as a pair flanking a coffee table. In a bedroom, it becomes a reading nook essential. In an office or studio, the Abra brings a tactile sense of calm and focus. The signed detail on the frame adds a discreet nod to its design pedigree, ideal for collectors or clients seeking furniture with intention. Arriving fully assembled, this chair requires no setup—simply place and enjoy. The pairing of durable upholstery with sustainably sourced teak ensures that the Abra armchair...

The Primitive armchair, played on the asymmetry of primary volumes, is made with a padded structure and covered with a melange-colored cloth. “Primitive as primary geometric figur...