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1970s Swivel Armchair, Czechoslovakia
Located in Praha, CZ
- Czechoslovakia, 1970s - Made of fabric, metal - Cleaned.
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Vintage 1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Metal

1970s Swivel Armchair, Czechoslovakia
1970s Swivel Armchair, Czechoslovakia
H 42.92 in W 21.26 in D 32.29 in
Midcentury Armchair, Czechoslovakia, 1970s
Located in Praha, CZ
- Made in Czechoslovakia - Made of wood, fabric - Wooden parts has some carefully refurbished
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Vintage 1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Midcentury Armchair, Czechoslovakia, 1970s
Midcentury Armchair, Czechoslovakia, 1970s
H 30.32 in W 26.38 in D 29.93 in
1970s Restored Armchair, Czechoslovakia
Located in Praha, CZ
- Carefully refurbished - Newly upholstered - high of seat 43 cm
Category

Vintage 1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

1970s Restored Armchair, Czechoslovakia
1970s Restored Armchair, Czechoslovakia
H 29.53 in W 24.02 in D 25.99 in
1960s Design Armchair, Czechoslovakia
Located in Praha, CZ
- Newly upholstered - wooden parts have been refurbished - Height of seat 40 cm.  
Category

Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

1960s Design Armchair, Czechoslovakia
1960s Design Armchair, Czechoslovakia
H 29.93 in W 24.81 in D 27.56 in
1960s Beech Armchair, Czechoslovakia
Located in Praha, CZ
- Good original condition with minor signs of use - sturdy and stable ¨ - heigh of seat 38 cm
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Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Beech

1960s Beech Armchair, Czechoslovakia
1960s Beech Armchair, Czechoslovakia
H 33.08 in W 23.23 in D 26.38 in
Wing Armchair, Czechoslovakia, 1950s.
Located in Praha, CZ
Made of Wood, Fabric Suitable for fabric replacement Original condition.
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Vintage 1950s Czech Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

 Wing Armchair, Czechoslovakia, 1950s.
 Wing Armchair, Czechoslovakia, 1950s.
H 37.8 in W 31.5 in D 24.41 in
Midcentury Armchair, Czechoslovakia, 1970s.
Located in Praha, CZ
Made of Wood, Fabric The Pillow is removable. The Fabric shows signs of use. Original condition.
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Vintage 1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Midcentury Armchair, Czechoslovakia, 1970s.
Midcentury Armchair, Czechoslovakia, 1970s.
H 30.71 in W 25.2 in D 27.17 in
1960s Design Armchairs, Czechoslovakia
Located in Praha, CZ
- good original condition with minor signs of use - sturdy and stable - height of seat 41 cm.
Category

Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

1960s Design Armchairs, Czechoslovakia
1960s Design Armchairs, Czechoslovakia
H 29.53 in W 26.38 in D 29.53 in
1960s Oak Armchair, Czechoslovakia
Located in Praha, CZ
- Newly Upholstered In quality 100% recycled KIRGBY fabric named SPIRAL. - Wooden parts have been refurbished.
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Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Wood, Oak

1960s Oak Armchair, Czechoslovakia
1960s Oak Armchair, Czechoslovakia
H 30.32 in W 24.81 in D 31.5 in
1960s Teak Armchair, Czechoslovakia
Located in Praha, CZ
- Newly upholstered - Carefully refurbished - The seat height is 42 cm.
Category

Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Teak

1960s Teak Armchair, Czechoslovakia
1960s Teak Armchair, Czechoslovakia
H 31.5 in W 23.63 in D 29.53 in
1990s Pair Armchairs, Czechoslovakia
Located in Praha, CZ
-Made of wood and upholstery -Good original condition -Measure: Seat height 42cm.
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1990s Czech Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

1990s Pair Armchairs, Czechoslovakia
1990s Pair Armchairs, Czechoslovakia
H 40.56 in W 24.41 in D 30.32 in
1960s Beech Armchair, Czechoslovakia
Located in Praha, CZ
- Newly upholstered - Carefully refurbished - High of seat 41 cm.
Category

Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Beech

1960s Beech Armchair, Czechoslovakia
1960s Beech Armchair, Czechoslovakia
H 30.32 in W 25.2 in D 28.75 in
Pair of Armchairs, Czechoslovakia
Located in Praha, CZ
- Made of wood, fabric - Re-upholstered - Restored - Very good condition, - circa 1960.
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Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Pair of Armchairs, Czechoslovakia
Pair of Armchairs, Czechoslovakia
H 31.5 in W 24.02 in D 28.35 in
1970's Swivel Armchair, Czechoslovakia
Located in Praha, CZ
Mid-century black leatherette swivel armchair produced in former Czechoslovakia in the 1970's.
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Vintage 1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Metal

1970's Swivel Armchair, Czechoslovakia
1970's Swivel Armchair, Czechoslovakia
H 31.11 in W 28.35 in D 28.35 in
1960s Pair of Armchairs, Czechoslovakia
Located in Praha, CZ
Made in Czechoslovakia Made of Fabric and Wood Good original Condition Height of Seat 39 cm A
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Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

1960s Pair of Armchairs, Czechoslovakia
1960s Pair of Armchairs, Czechoslovakia
H 30.32 in W 23.63 in D 23.23 in
1970s Pair of Armchairs, Czechoslovakia
Located in Praha, CZ
Good original condition with minor signs of use sturdy and stable. Made in Czechoslovakia in 1970.
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Vintage 1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

1970s Pair of Armchairs, Czechoslovakia
1970s Pair of Armchairs, Czechoslovakia
H 29.14 in W 26.38 in D 25.99 in
Pair of Armchairs Czechoslovakia, 1970s
Located in Praha, CZ
- made in Czechoslovakia - made of wood, fabric - good, original condition. - seat height 38 cm.
Category

Vintage 1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Pair of Armchairs Czechoslovakia, 1970s
Pair of Armchairs Czechoslovakia, 1970s
H 31.11 in W 22.84 in D 27.56 in
1960s Miroslav Navratil Armchair, Czechoslovakia
By Miroslav Navratil
Located in Praha, CZ
- Made in Czechoslovakia - Made of wood, original fabric - Wooden legs have been repolished - Good
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Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

1960s  Miroslav Navratil Armchair, Czechoslovakia
1960s  Miroslav Navratil Armchair, Czechoslovakia
H 26.78 in W 23.23 in D 22.84 in
Midcentury Design Armchair / Czechoslovakia, 1960s
Located in Praha, CZ
- Czechoslovakia, circa 1960s - Made of wood and fabric - new upholstery around 3 years ago
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Vintage 1950s Czech Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Set of Midcentury Armchairs, Czechoslovakia
Located in Praha, CZ
Pair of fabric and wood vintage armchairs with original upholstery. Suitable for reupholstering.
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Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Set of Midcentury Armchairs, Czechoslovakia
Set of Midcentury Armchairs, Czechoslovakia
H 31.11 in W 24.41 in D 28.75 in
1950s Jindrich Halabala Armchair, Czechoslovakia
By Jindrich Halabala
Located in Praha, CZ
- One wood has a small crack in the bend - The fabric is pale from daylight, in places where there was no bedspread - The chairs are in original condition, with signs of use - The se...
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Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

1950s Pair of Armchair, Czechoslovakia
Located in Praha, CZ
Seat Height 40cm wood repolished cleaned
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Vintage 1950s Czech Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

1950s Pair of Armchair, Czechoslovakia
1950s Pair of Armchair, Czechoslovakia
H 29.93 in W 27.17 in D 27.56 in
1950s Pair of Armchair, Czechoslovakia
Located in Praha, CZ
Seat Height 38cm reupholstery wood repolished
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Vintage 1950s Czech Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

1950s Pair of Armchair, Czechoslovakia
1950s Pair of Armchair, Czechoslovakia
H 31.89 in W 24.41 in D 29.14 in
1930s Art Deco Armchair, Czechoslovakia
Located in Praha, CZ
- good original condition with minor signs of use - Upholstery in good condition with some signs of use - high of seat 47 cm
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Vintage 1930s Czech Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

1930s Art Deco Armchair, Czechoslovakia
1930s Art Deco Armchair, Czechoslovakia
H 31.5 in W 26.78 in D 37.01 in
1960s Miroslav Navratil Armchair, Czechoslovakia
By Miroslav Navratil
Located in Praha, CZ
- Good original condition with some signs of use.
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Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric

1960s Miroslav Navratil Armchair, Czechoslovakia
1960s Miroslav Navratil Armchair, Czechoslovakia
H 41.34 in W 29.14 in D 29.93 in
1960s Restored Beech Armchair, Czechoslovakia
Located in Praha, CZ
- carefully refurbished - newly upholstered - high of seat 44 cm
Category

Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Beech

1960s Restored Beech Armchair, Czechoslovakia
1960s Restored Beech Armchair, Czechoslovakia
H 27.56 in W 22.05 in D 31.5 in
1960s Miroslav Navratil Armchair, Czechoslovakia
By Miroslav Navratil
Located in Praha, CZ
- good original condition with some signs of use - Height of seat 33 cm.
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Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Fabric

1960s Miroslav Navratil Armchair, Czechoslovakia
1960s Miroslav Navratil Armchair, Czechoslovakia
H 41.34 in W 29.14 in D 29.93 in
1970s Organic Oak Armchair, Czechoslovakia
Located in Praha, CZ
- Newly upholstered - The wooden parts have been repolished - Height of seat 39cm.
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Vintage 1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Oak

1970s Organic Oak Armchair, Czechoslovakia
1970s Organic Oak Armchair, Czechoslovakia
H 32.68 in W 26.78 in D 31.5 in
1940s Beech Bentwood Armchair, Czechoslovakia
Located in Praha, CZ
- The frame has been carefully refurbished - Original fabric in good condition
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Vintage 1940s Czech Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood, Beech, Bentwood

1940s Beech Bentwood Armchair, Czechoslovakia
1940s Beech Bentwood Armchair, Czechoslovakia
H 27.56 in W 23.63 in D 20.48 in
1940s Art Deco Armchair, Czechoslovakia
Located in Praha, CZ
- Good original condition - Original upholstery in good condition.   
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Vintage 1940s Czech Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Fabric

1940s Art Deco Armchair, Czechoslovakia
1940s Art Deco Armchair, Czechoslovakia
H 31.5 in W 37.01 in D 42.13 in
1960s Refurbished Beech Armchair, Czechoslovakia
Located in Praha, CZ
- newly upholstered - refurbished - mustard color fabric with easy clean technology - height of seat 37 cm.
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Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Beech

1960s Refurbished Beech Armchair, Czechoslovakia
1960s Refurbished Beech Armchair, Czechoslovakia
H 29.93 in W 24.81 in D 30.32 in
1960s Refurbished Beech Armchair, Czechoslovakia
Located in Praha, CZ
- Newly upholstered. - Refurbished. - Mustard color fabric with easy clean technology. - height of seat 38.
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Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Beech, Fabric

1940s Art Deco Armchair, Czechoslovakia
Located in Praha, CZ
- newly upholstered - wooden parts have been carefully refurbished - height of seat 42 cm.    
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Vintage 1940s Czech Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

1940s Art Deco Armchair, Czechoslovakia
1940s Art Deco Armchair, Czechoslovakia
H 32.29 in W 26.78 in D 28.35 in
1970s Tubular Design Armchairs, Czechoslovakia
Located in Praha, CZ
- Newly upholstered - Height of seat 45 cm.  
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Vintage 1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Chrome

1970s Tubular Design Armchairs, Czechoslovakia
1970s Tubular Design Armchairs, Czechoslovakia
H 31.11 in W 22.45 in D 18.12 in
1960s Design Oak Armchair, Czechoslovakia
Located in Praha, CZ
-Newly upholstered - Wooden parts have been refurbished - Hig of seat 34 cm.
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Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Oak

1960s Design Oak Armchair, Czechoslovakia
1960s Design Oak Armchair, Czechoslovakia
H 29.53 in W 25.6 in D 30.32 in
Pair of Midcentury Armchairs, Czechoslovakia, 1960s
Located in Praha, CZ
Pair of lovely vintage armchairs made in former Czechoslovakia in 1960's. The wooden parts were
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Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery

Eastern Bloc Vintage armchairs, Czechoslovakia, 1970s
By Jitona
Located in Prague 8, CZ
These armchairs on wheels were a part of a living room set made in the 1970´s. They represent a
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Late 20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Fabric, Foam, Plywood

1960s Mid-Century Wing Armchair, Czechoslovakia
Located in Praha, CZ
- Good condition. - Made in Czechoslovakia. - Very confortable for sleeping.
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Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric

1960s Mid-Century Wing Armchair, Czechoslovakia
1960s Mid-Century Wing Armchair, Czechoslovakia
H 46.07 in W 35.04 in D 43.31 in
Mid-Century Rattan Armchair, Czechoslovakia, 1970s
Located in Praha, CZ
Vintage rattan chaise armchair made in the 1970's. Good vintage condition with slight signes of use
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Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Rattan

Mid-Century Armchair, Czechoslovakia, 1960's
Located in Praha, CZ
Made in Czechoslovakia. Made of fabric, wood. Good original condition. Has signs of use.
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Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Mid-Century Armchair, Czechoslovakia, 1960's
Mid-Century Armchair, Czechoslovakia, 1960's
H 29.53 in W 25.2 in D 23.63 in
Midcentury Design Armchair / Czechoslovakia 1950s 'Renovated'
Located in Praha, CZ
- Czechoslovakia, circa 1950s - Completely renovated, wooden parts refreshed - Very comfortable.     
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Vintage 1950s Czech Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Wood

Set of Two Armchairs, Czechoslovakia, 1970s
Located in Praha, CZ
- Made in Czechoslovakia - Made of wood, fabric - Wooden parts has some carefully refurbished
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Vintage 1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Set of Two Armchairs, Czechoslovakia, 1970s
Set of Two Armchairs, Czechoslovakia, 1970s
H 30.32 in W 27.17 in D 29.93 in
1960s Pair of Restored Armchairs, Czechoslovakia
Located in Praha, CZ
- carefully refurbished - Newly reupholstered - Stained beech wood
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Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood, Beech

1960s Pair of Restored Armchairs, Czechoslovakia
Located in Praha, CZ
- carefully refurbished - Newly reupholstered - stained beech wood
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Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

1960s Pair of Vintage Armchairs, Czechoslovakia
Located in Praha, CZ
- Made of beech wood - newly upholstered - The wooden parts have been refurbished _ Hight of seat 42 cm.
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Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Beech

1960s Pair of Vintage Armchairs, Czechoslovakia
1960s Pair of Vintage Armchairs, Czechoslovakia
H 32.68 in W 22.45 in D 29.93 in
1960s Pair of Tatra Armchairs, Czechoslovakia
By Tatra
Located in Praha, CZ
- The chairs are sturdy and stabil - suitable for new upholstery - Labeled by producer - Height of seat 40 cm.
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Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric

1960s Pair of Tatra Armchairs, Czechoslovakia
1960s Pair of Tatra Armchairs, Czechoslovakia
H 32.29 in W 27.96 in D 33.47 in
1960s Pair of Restored Armchairs, Czechoslovakia
Located in Praha, CZ
- Carefully refurbished - Newly upholstered
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Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

1960s Pair of Restored Armchairs, Czechoslovakia
1960s Pair of Restored Armchairs, Czechoslovakia
H 27.96 in W 23.63 in D 27.56 in
1940s Restored Beech Adjustable Armchair, Czechoslovakia
Located in Praha, CZ
- Carefully refubished - Newly upholstered
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Vintage 1940s Czech Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Wood, Beech

1940s Restored Beech Adjustable Armchair, Czechoslovakia
Located in Praha, CZ
- Carefully refubished - Newly upholstered
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Vintage 1940s Czech Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Wood, Beech

1950s Pair of Large Armchairs, Czechoslovakia
Located in Praha, CZ
- Good original condition with minor sign of use - Very comfortable - Fabric in good condition - Reupholstered some years ago
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Vintage 1950s Czech Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric

1950s Pair of Large Armchairs, Czechoslovakia
1950s Pair of Large Armchairs, Czechoslovakia
H 33.08 in W 35.04 in D 33.47 in
1970s Pair of Restored Armchairs, Czechoslovakia
Located in Praha, CZ
- newly reupholstered - Carefully refurbished
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Vintage 1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

1950s Jindrich Halabala Restored Armchair, Czechoslovakia
By Jindrich Halabala
Located in Praha, CZ
- Newly upholstered - The wooden parts have been refurbished - The seat height is 45cm
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Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

1940s Kropacek Kozelka Adjustable Armchair, Czechoslovakia
By Karel Kozelka & Antonin Kropacek
Located in Praha, CZ
- Newly upholstered - Newly lacquered wooden parts in black color - Heigh of seat 43 cm - adjustable 82 - 105 cm.
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Vintage 1940s Czech Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

1970s Pair of Beech Armchairs, Czechoslovakia
Located in Praha, CZ
- good original condition with minor signs of use.
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Vintage 1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Wood, Beech

1970s Pair of Beech Armchairs, Czechoslovakia
1970s Pair of Beech Armchairs, Czechoslovakia
H 31.5 in W 31.11 in D 32.29 in
1970s Pair of Beech Armchairs, Czechoslovakia
Located in Praha, CZ
- Newly upholstered, carefully refurbished - height of seat 42 cm
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Vintage 1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Beech

1970s Pair of Beech Armchairs, Czechoslovakia
1970s Pair of Beech Armchairs, Czechoslovakia
H 36.62 in W 22.45 in D 31.5 in
1970s, Pair of Beech Armchairs, Czechoslovakia
Located in Praha, CZ
- Carefully refurbished. - Newly reupholstered.
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Vintage 1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Beech

1970s, Pair of Beech Armchairs, Czechoslovakia
1970s, Pair of Beech Armchairs, Czechoslovakia
H 30.32 in W 23.23 in D 28.75 in
1970s Jan Vaněk Oak Armchair, Czechoslovakia
By Jan Vanek
Located in Praha, CZ
- Carefully refurbished. - New cotton strips. - Measure: height of seat 35 cm.
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Vintage 1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Cotton, Oak

1970s Jan Vaněk Oak Armchair, Czechoslovakia
1970s Jan Vaněk Oak Armchair, Czechoslovakia
H 34.26 in W 23.23 in D 34.26 in
1970s Pair Of Leather Armchairs , Czechoslovakia
Located in Praha, CZ
- Good original condition with minor signs of use
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Vintage 1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather

1930's Unique Cubist Armchair, Czechoslovakia
Located in Praha, CZ
- Newly upholstered in cream Wool Boucle Fabric from ZINC - Wooden parts have been re-polished - Height of seat 44 cm.
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Vintage 1930s Czech Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Bouclé, Wood

1930's Unique Cubist Armchair, Czechoslovakia
1930's Unique Cubist Armchair, Czechoslovakia
H 29.53 in W 28.35 in D 29.53 in
1940s Art Deco Adjustable Armchair, Czechoslovakia
Located in Praha, CZ
- Newly upholstered. - Carefully refurbished. - Height of seat 44 cm.
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Vintage 1940s Czech Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Wood, Fabric

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Armchair Czechoslovakia For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the armchair Czechoslovakia you’re looking for. Frequently made of wood, fabric and hardwood, every armchair Czechoslovakia was constructed with great care. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer armchair Czechoslovakia, there are earlier versions available from the 20th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. An armchair Czechoslovakia made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Art Deco — is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made armchair Czechoslovakia over the years, but those crafted by Jindrich Halabala, Tatra Nabytok and Miroslav Navratil are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Armchair Czechoslovakia?

Prices for an armchair Czechoslovakia start at $429 and top out at $7,359 with the average selling for $1,349.

Finding the Right armchairs for You

Armchairs have run the gamut from prestige to ease and everything in between, and everyone has an antique or vintage armchair that they love.

Long before industrial mass production democratized seating, armchairs conveyed status and power.

In ancient Egypt, the commoners took stools, while in early Greece, ceremonial chairs of carved marble were designated for nobility. But the high-backed early thrones of yore, elevated and ornate, were merely grandiose iterations of today’s armchairs.

Modern-day armchairs, built with functionality and comfort in mind, are now central to tasks throughout your home. Formal dining armchairs support your guests at a table for a cheery feast, a good drafting chair with a deep seat is parked in front of an easel where you create art and, elsewhere, an ergonomic wonder of sorts positions you at the desk for your 9 to 5.

When placed under just the right lamp where you can lounge comfortably, both elbows resting on the padded supports on each side of you, an upholstered armchair — or a rattan armchair for your light-suffused sunroom — can be the sanctuary where you’ll read for hours.

If you’re in the mood for company, your velvet chesterfield armchair is a place to relax and be part of the conversation that swirls around you. Maybe the dialogue is about the beloved Papa Bear chair, a mid-century modern masterpiece from Danish carpenter and furniture maker Hans Wegner, and the wingback’s strong association with the concept of cozying up by the fireplace, which we can trace back to its origins in 1600s-era England, when the seat’s distinctive arm protrusions protected the sitter from the heat of the period’s large fireplaces.

If the fireside armchair chat involves spirited comparisons, your companions will likely probe the merits of antique and vintage armchairs such as Queen Anne armchairs, Victorian armchairs or even Louis XVI armchairs, as well as the pros and cons of restoration versus conservation.

Everyone seems to have a favorite armchair and most people will be all too willing to talk about their beloved design. Whether that’s the unique Favela chair by Brazilian sibling furniture designers Fernando and Humberto Campana, who repurposed everyday objects to provocative effect; or Marcel Breuer’s futuristic tubular metal Wassily lounge chair; the functionality-first LC series from Charlotte Perriand, Le Corbusier and Pierre Jeanneret; or the Eames lounge chair of the mid-1950s created by Charles and Ray Eames, there is an iconic armchair for everyone and every purpose. Find yours on 1stDibs right now.