Tommi Parzinger Furniture
German, 1903-1981
German furniture designer Tommi Parzinger brought high-style modernism to the forefront. Taking a vivid, stylized approach to mid-century furniture, many of his works feature boldly colored lacquers and offbeat finishes that make his pieces stand out among the works of his peers. Despite his uniquely progressive vision, Parzinger showed equal expertise in producing fine, traditional furnishings.
Born in Munich, Parzinger moved to New York City in 1932. He began his practice in the United States by designing for the Manhattan style trailblazer Rena Rosenthal. In 1939, he established his first company, which split its focus between handcrafted silver household items — such as tea sets and barware — and home furnishings, like dining tables and cabinets. In his first year in business, Parzinger exhibited several pieces of furniture at the 1939 New York World’s Fair.
A master craftsman, Parzinger sought out the most exceptional materials for his furniture, employing the finest woods — like mahogany and walnut — as well as including custom brass hardware and pewter inlays.
His silver works presented an elevated level of style and grace. A November 1939 article in LIFE magazine described Parzinger as “the most creative original designer of silverware in the United States.”
While he was still running his own business — creating 12 to 30 new designs each year — Charak Furniture Company appointed Parzinger as its head of modern furniture design. He modernized Charak’s design approach from a more traditional form to a mid-century modern style.
In the mid-1960s, Parzinger stopped designing furniture, turning his company over to his friend Donald Cameron. He shifted his attention to paintings, which he created until his death in 1981.
On 1stDibs, find a broad selection of vintage Tommi Panzinger tables, lighting, storage pieces and more.
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Period: Late 20th Century
Creator: Tommi Parzinger
Tommi Parzinger Iconic Studded Small Chest/Bedside Table 1981
By Tommi Parzinger, Parzinger Originals
Located in New York, NY
Small cabinet/chest/bedside table model 223S with 2 drawers in white lacquered mahogany with chrome studs and exquisite pulls by Tommi Parzinger for Parzinger Originals, American 198...
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1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tommi Parzinger Furniture
Materials
Chrome
Tommi Parzinger for Charak Midcentury Bar Cabinet, Pair
By Tommi Parzinger, Charak Furniture Company
Located in Countryside, IL
Tommi Parzinger for Charak midcentury Bar Cabinet - Pair
Each bar cabinet measures: 34.25 wide x 18.25 deep x 42.25 inches high
All pieces of furniture can be had in what we ca...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tommi Parzinger Furniture
Materials
Metal, Brass
Mid-Century Modern Chest / Dresser, Tommi Parzinger for Charak Modern, Cherry
By Tommi Parzinger, Charak Furniture Company
Located in Stamford, CT
Mid-Century Modern Chest / Dresser, Tommi Parzinger for Charak Modern, Cherry
Having four graduating drawers on bracket feet. Perfect from a Bedside Stand or End Table. Unsigned.
30...
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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Tommi Parzinger Furniture
Materials
Wood
Tommi Parzinger, Mid-Century Modern, Dining Chairs, Brown Wood, Yellow Fabric
By Tommi Parzinger
Located in Stamford, CT
Six Parzinger dining chairs each having high backs and strong frames in the original fabric. A pair of arms and four sides make up this sleek and stylish set of dining chairs by Tomm...
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Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Tommi Parzinger Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Tommi Parzinger Elegant Center/Game Table, 1970s
By Tommi Parzinger, Parzinger Originals
Located in New York, NY
Chic center / game table model 701 with tessellated birch wood top and polished chrome base by Tommi Parzinger for Parzinger Originals, American 1970's. The artisan tessellated top m...
Category
1970s American Modern Vintage Tommi Parzinger Furniture
Materials
Chrome
Tommi Parzinger Brass Pitcher
By Tommi Parzinger
Located in Chicago, IL
Brass Pitcher with lid and walnut handle.
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tommi Parzinger Furniture
Materials
Brass
Tommi Parzinger Design Brass Lotus Candelabra Centerpiece Palm Beach
By Tommi Parzinger
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Amazing organic lotus candelabra centerpiece designed by Tommi Parzinger.
Made of solid brass with warm aged patina.
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tommi Parzinger Furniture
Materials
Brass
Tommi Parzinger, Mid-Century Modern, Studded Cabinet, Lacquer, Chrome, USA 1970s
By Tommi Parzinger
Located in Stamford, CT
Tommi Parzinger, Mid-Century Modern, Studded Cabinet, Green Lacquer, Chrome, USA 1970s
Tommi Parzinger originals three-door studded lacquered cabinet, commode, credenza having a large milk glass table top. The ebony sprayed base supporting a sleek and stylish cabinet of three large center chrome studded lacquered doors with fitted interiors and large circular chrome pulls. The interior with shelving and a center door having the Parzinger Originals burn stamp impressed on the left hand side. This rare sized and fine conditioned cabinet or sideboard by this highly regarded designer is not going to last long.
Born in Munich as the son of a famous sculptor, Tommi Parzinger would study a variety of arts and crafts, including graphic design, ceramics, glass, woodworking, and metalwork. Part of the large group of artists and designers—including Anni and Josef...
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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Tommi Parzinger Furniture
Materials
Glass, Wood, Lacquer
Tommi Parzinger, Mid-Centurym Modern, Brown Sideboard, Lacquer, Chrome, 1960s
By Tommi Parzinger
Located in Stamford, CT
Large and impressive is this Tommi Parzinger spectacular sideboard / credenza branded Tommi Parzinger Originals. This rich lacquered walnut and whitewashed with lacquered burl cabine...
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Late 20th Century Hollywood Regency Tommi Parzinger Furniture
Materials
Wood
Brass Hardware and Marble Base Table Lamp by Tommi Parzinger
By Tommi Parzinger
Located in Kingston, NY
Beautiful table lamp designed by Tommi Parzinger in brass hardware and marble base.
Category
1970s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Tommi Parzinger Furniture
Materials
Statuary Marble, Brass
Coffee Service With Tray Tommi Parzinger Dorlyn Silversmith
By Tommi Parzinger
Located in Atlanta, GA
A coffee or tea serving set designed by Tommi Parzinger for Dorlyn Silversmith. The set is made of heavy brass and newly rechromed in a nickle finish. It consists of a pitcher with w...
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1970s American Modern Vintage Tommi Parzinger Furniture
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Tommi Parzinger 4 Drawer White Lacquered Console Table Credenza
By Tommi Parzinger
Located in Jensen Beach, FL
Understated elegance, heirloom build quality, this handsome 4 drawer table is built to impress for generations.
Category
Late 20th Century Tommi Parzinger Furniture
Materials
Wood, Lacquer
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Tommi Parzinger Leather Front Chest of Drawers for Charak Modern
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Set of 6 Mid-Century Modern Italian Walnut Wood Upholstered Dining Chairs
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Tommi Parzinger for Charak Modern Display Cabinet, c 1955, Signed
By Tommi Parzinger, Charak Furniture Company
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A rare collectors item, this fully restored Tommi Parzinger for Charak Modern (c. 1955) display cabiinet / vitrine, features beautiful french polish with Parzinger's signature statement door handles. Signed with Charak Modern label on the backside of the upper cabinet.
This refined and sophisticated Parzinger credenza with glass display hutch is perfect for those high-end luxury pads looking for an incredible and collectible statement piece, which Parzinger was known to create. The gorgeous color is close to the Hermès orange, but perhaps a little bit deeper and bolder - perhaps somewhere between Hermès orange and blood orange. Beauty in every detail, from the cross-cut glass panes, to the upper flared embellishments and the signature Parzinger door handles.
Let's not skip one more aspect of this table that is equally important - the collectors appeal. Furniture by Tommi Parzinger is one of the most sought-after and cherished items of sophisticated collectors. This isn't for your typical Eames and George Nelson collector, it is much more for a refined collector, perhaps a connoisseur of fine rarities. The quality of the materials and craftsmanship and design details are something to be admired. Parzinger and Charak Modern designed and crafted some of the highest quality furniture of the early and mid 20th Century. That was at a time when US manufacturing was at its best. And now in this day and age of cheap products not meant to last - this table is your daily reminder that 'they don't make them like they used to.'
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Previously Available Items
Tommi Parzinger Rare and Elegant Set of 8 T-Back Dining Chairs 1979
By Tommi Parzinger, Parzinger Originals
Located in New York, NY
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Tommi Parzinger Iconic Studded Small Chest/Bedside Table 1981
By Tommi Parzinger, Parzinger Originals
Located in New York, NY
Small cabinet/chest/bedside table model 223S with 2 drawers in mahogany with chrome studs and exquisite pulls by Tommi Parzinger for Parzinger Originals, American 1981. This piece i...
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Tommi Parzinger for Charak Modern Dresser
By Tommi Parzinger
Located in New York, NY
Tommi Parzinger (German, 1903-1981) for Charak Modern ebonized and parcel gilt dresser with partial Charak Modern label intact inside drawer, rectangular with six drawers with distin...
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Mid Century Pair Tall Stiffel Brass Candlestick Lamps Tommi Parzinger
By Tommi Parzinger, Stiffel
Located in Baltimore, MD
A beautiful pair of tall modernist solid brass candlestick buffet table lamps with original shades by designer Tommi Parzinger for Stiffel, circa 19...
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Parzinger High Quality Brass Cocktail Shaker
By Tommi Parzinger
Located in New York, NY
Parazinger high quality brass cocktail shaker. Very good vintage condition. Marked "Made in Italy.".
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Tommi Parzinger Elegant 4 Door Credenza in Mahogany with Brass Hardware 1970s
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Located in New York, NY
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H 32.5 in W 82.5 in D 18.5 in
Tommi Parzinger Dark Walnut Holly-Wood Inlaid Desk/Vanity Nickel Pulls
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Located in Westport, CT
Tommi Parzinger elegant mahogany dark walnut stain ,and Holly-wood inlay lacquered Desk 5 drawers , with polished Nickel pulls , can also be used as a vanity.
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Tommi Parzinger Lacquered Coffee Table with Smoke Glass Top, 1970s
By Tommi Parzinger
Located in New York, NY
Lacquered coffee table with raised smoked glass top by Tommi Parzinger for Parzinger Originals, American 1970's. This came from an apartment decorated by Donald Cameron, Tommi Parzin...
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Located in Stamford, CT
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Tommi Parzinger Exquisite 2-Door Cabinet in Bleached Walnut 1970s 'Signed'
By Tommi Parzinger
Located in New York, NY
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A Tommi Parzinger Originals Dining Table Fully Refinished with Two Leaves
By Tommi Parzinger
Located in Stamford, CT
A Tommi Parzinger Originals Dining Table Fully Refinished with Two Leaves that measure 17.25 inches each. The sleek tapering ree...
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Tommi Parzinger Lacquered Coffee Table with Smoke Glass Top, 1970s
By Tommi Parzinger
Located in New York, NY
Lacquered coffee table with raised smoked glass top by Tommi Parzinger for Parzinger Originals, American, 1970s. This came from an apartment decorated by Donald Cameron, Tommi Parzin...
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Tommi Parzinger furniture for sale on 1stDibs.
Tommi Parzinger furniture are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of wood and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Tommi Parzinger furniture, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original furniture by Tommi Parzinger were created in the mid-century modern style in north america during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider furniture by Widdicomb Furniture Co., Paul Frankl, and John Widdicomb. Prices for Tommi Parzinger furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $585 and can go as high as $45,000, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $6,800.
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