Tommi Parzinger Mirrors
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.
Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Tommi Parzinger Mirrors
Cut Glass
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tommi Parzinger Mirrors
Brass
1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tommi Parzinger Mirrors
Brass
1950s American Vintage Tommi Parzinger Mirrors
Brass
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Tommi Parzinger Mirrors
Brass
Early 19th Century Swedish First Empire Antique Tommi Parzinger Mirrors
Brass
Mid-19th Century English High Victorian Antique Tommi Parzinger Mirrors
Gesso, Mirror, Giltwood
1960s Italian Hollywood Regency Vintage Tommi Parzinger Mirrors
Wood, Mirror
1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tommi Parzinger Mirrors
Brass, Nickel
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Tommi Parzinger Mirrors
Brass
Early 18th Century Swedish Baroque Antique Tommi Parzinger Mirrors
Lead, Bronze
19th Century English Antique Tommi Parzinger Mirrors
Mirror, Wood, Giltwood
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Tommi Parzinger Mirrors
Brass
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Tommi Parzinger Mirrors
Murano Glass
20th Century Hollywood Regency Tommi Parzinger Mirrors
Composition
1960s Brutalist Vintage Tommi Parzinger Mirrors
Mirror, Wood
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Tommi Parzinger Mirrors
Glass, Mirror, Wood
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Tommi Parzinger Mirrors
Brass
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Tommi Parzinger Mirrors
Brass
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tommi Parzinger Mirrors
Metal, Brass
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tommi Parzinger Mirrors
Brass
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Tommi Parzinger Mirrors
Mirror, Wood
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tommi Parzinger Mirrors
Glass, Wood
1960s North American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tommi Parzinger Mirrors
Brass
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tommi Parzinger Mirrors
Gold Leaf
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tommi Parzinger Mirrors
Brass
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Tommi Parzinger Mirrors
Mirror, Wood