Tommi Parzinger Furniture
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.
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tommi Parzinger Furniture
Steel
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tommi Parzinger Furniture
Crystal, Brass
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tommi Parzinger Furniture
Brass
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tommi Parzinger Furniture
Brass
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tommi Parzinger Furniture
Brass
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tommi Parzinger Furniture
Chrome
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tommi Parzinger Furniture
Brass
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Tommi Parzinger Furniture
Brass
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tommi Parzinger Furniture
Brass
1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tommi Parzinger Furniture
Brass
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tommi Parzinger Furniture
Upholstery, Mahogany
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tommi Parzinger Furniture
Fabric, Mahogany
1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tommi Parzinger Furniture
Chrome
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tommi Parzinger Furniture
Steel
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tommi Parzinger Furniture
Bronze
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tommi Parzinger Furniture
Mahogany
1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tommi Parzinger Furniture
Brass
Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Tommi Parzinger Furniture
Brass
1940s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Tommi Parzinger Furniture
Gold Leaf
20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Tommi Parzinger Furniture
Wood
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tommi Parzinger Furniture
Fabric, Mahogany
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tommi Parzinger Furniture
Travertine
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tommi Parzinger Furniture
Brass
1950s Vintage Tommi Parzinger Furniture
Marble
1950s Vintage Tommi Parzinger Furniture
Lacquer
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tommi Parzinger Furniture
Fabric, Wood
1950s American Vintage Tommi Parzinger Furniture
Crystal, Brass
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Tommi Parzinger Furniture
Bronze, Metal
1950s Vintage Tommi Parzinger Furniture
Mahogany
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Tommi Parzinger Furniture
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Chenille, Mahogany, Lacquer
1950s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Tommi Parzinger Furniture
Brass
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Tommi Parzinger Furniture
Upholstery, Wood
1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tommi Parzinger Furniture
Nickel
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Tommi Parzinger Furniture
Wood, Walnut
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Tommi Parzinger Furniture
Metal, Brass
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Tommi Parzinger Furniture
Metal, Brass
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Tommi Parzinger Furniture
Bronze, Metal
1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tommi Parzinger Furniture
Leather, Mahogany
1950s American Vintage Tommi Parzinger Furniture
Metal
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tommi Parzinger Furniture
Brass
1950s American Vintage Tommi Parzinger Furniture
Lacquer
1950s American Vintage Tommi Parzinger Furniture
Wood
1950s American Vintage Tommi Parzinger Furniture
Wood
1950s American Vintage Tommi Parzinger Furniture
Wood
1950s Vintage Tommi Parzinger Furniture
Paint
1950s Vintage Tommi Parzinger Furniture
Mahogany
1960s North American Vintage Tommi Parzinger Furniture
Linen
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tommi Parzinger Furniture
Marble, Brass
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tommi Parzinger Furniture
Brass
1950s North American Vintage Tommi Parzinger Furniture
Mahogany
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tommi Parzinger Furniture
Upholstery, Bamboo, Lacquer
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tommi Parzinger Furniture
Brass
1970s American Modern Vintage Tommi Parzinger Furniture
Chrome
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tommi Parzinger Furniture
Brass
1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tommi Parzinger Furniture
Silver Plate, Brass
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tommi Parzinger Furniture
Upholstery, Oak
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tommi Parzinger Furniture
Crystal, Brass, Wire
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tommi Parzinger Furniture
Fabric, Laminate, Wood, Lacquer