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Armchairs For Sale
Period: 1950s
Period: 1980s
Kaare Klint Armchair Model 3758a in Leather and Mahogany Rud Rasmussen Denmark
Located in WIJCKEL, NL
Armchair model 3758 A in original red indian leather and mahogany base. Model designed in 1927 for the Danish Museum of Decorative Art, produced by Rud Rasmussen in the 1940’s. Signed with manufacturer’s label to underside: (Rud. Rasmussens Snedkerier).
Kaare Klint is widely recognized as the father of Danish modern design. It is hard to overstate his influence. He developed an entirely new analytical approach to furniture design that his students at the Danish Academy of Art would emulate for years to come, yet was also inspired by historic designs from various cultures, modernizing and re-interpreting classic pieces for new generations.
Literature: Kaare Klint, Harkær, pg. 28-30. Dansk Møbelkunst Gennem 40 Aar: 1927-1936, Jalk, pg. 169. Danish Chairs, Oda, pg. 22-23.
Kaare Klint (1888-1954) is regarded as the founding father of Danish Modernim. As an architect, furniture designer and leading professor at the Department of Furniture Design at the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts, Copenhagen, Klint established the principles of modern Danish furniture by combining a profound appreciation of traditional construction techniques with a modernist emphasis on function and a rejection of ornaments.
Klint’s design was always based on relentless research; he never compromised. Every piece had to fulfill its purpose, be completely clear in its construction with dimensions and proportions corresponding to the human body and display materials and craftsmanship of the highest quality. Logic, often using a mathematical system of measures, and a constructive way of thinking were the foundation of Klint’s philosophy of furniture design. Like many of his contemporaries, counting Le Corbusier and Walter Gropius, he advocated standardization and functional requirements and dismissed the use of all ornamentation. But Klint realized his vision in wood and leather, using traditional craftsmen and working methods and often finding inspiration in historical models. In this way, he charted the course for an alternative Nordic Functionalism that idealized the workshop and the collaboration between furniture architects and cabinetmakers as opposed to the factory.
Kaare Klint’s first major work was a collaboration with his mentor, the architect Carl Petersen. In 1914 they were commissioned to design furniture and fixtures for Faaborg Art Museum. One of the highlights to emerge from this commission was the Faaborg chair, a light and elegant chair with clear references to classical furniture. The construction and proportions of an 18th century English Chippendale...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
Fin Juhl style armchair adjustable seat
Located in London, GB
Beautiful armchair.
Leather, walnut and upholstery in an off white linen fabric
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1950s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Fabric, Hardwood
Italian Midcentury Armchairs reupholstered in Luxury Blue Grey Velvet, 1950s
Located in Morazzone, Varese
Magnificent pair of original Italian armchairs with brass tips from the mid-century, 1950s.
The armchairs are equipped with springs inside for a soft and springy comfortable sitting of great quality.
Completely refurbished with quality material and re-upholstered with pale grey - blue super - soft velvet. The easy-care velvet is of latest collection and washable.
With three buttons.
The brass tips have been polished.
Exceptional pair of luxury armchairs...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Brass
Expertly Restored - Set of 4 "Pretzel" Armchairs by Norman Cherner for Plycraft
Located in Los Angeles, CA
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Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and precis...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Laminate, Wood, Walnut, Bentwood
Malatesta & Mason Walnut and Black Leather Italian Armchair, 1950s
Located in Roma, IT
Incredible midcentury armchair in walnut and black leather. This fantastic piece was designed by Malatesta & Mason and produced in Italy during the first half of the 1950s.
The a...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Walnut
Pair of Italian Armchairs, Casa & Giardino, 1950s
Located in Palermo, PA
Pair of Italian armchairs, Casa & Giardino, 1950s.
Dimensions: H= 76 cm; W= 78 cm; D= 73 cm.
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Wood
Set of Four Philippe Starck Armchairs, 1st Ed., Pratfall for Driade, Italy, 1984
Located in Paris, FR
Designed by the renowned Philippe Starck in 1980, the Pratfall Armchair is a gem of modern design. Combining minimalism and functionality, this first edition is a distinctive reflect...
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1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Metal
Set of Four Vintage Bamboo Barrel Chairs with Ivory Belgian Textile
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Explore the unique allure of our set of four vintage bamboo barrel chairs, beautifully crafted and thoughtfully restored by our expert in-house professionals. These chairs retain the...
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1980s American Organic Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Linen, Bamboo, Upholstery, Foam, Wood, Lacquer
Pair of Mid-Century Italian Armchairs Attributed to Antonio Gorgone
Located in Forest Row, East Sussex
A pair of mid-century armchairs attributed to Antonio Gorgone. Solid Elm angular frame with a brick red frabric re-upholstery.
Dimensions: H 95cm W 65cm D 68cm Seat H 36cm W 57cm D...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Elm
Set of Two Mid-Century Modern Oscar Armchairs by Sergio Rodrigues, Brazil, 1956
Located in Deerfield Beach, FL
Set of Two Mid-Century Modern Oscar Armchairs by Sergio Rodrigues, Brazil, 1956
Named after Oscar Niemeyer, this armchair features the iconic curves and sinuous lines characteristic...
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1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Cane, Wood
Tubular Lounge Chair and Ottoman in Black Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Armchair and ottoman in steel and leather, Europe, 1950s.
Modern tubular armchair and matching ottoman. These items are made of bent tubular steel with black saddle leather upholste...
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1950s European Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Metal, Steel
Peter Maly 'Zyklus Arm Chair' for Cor, Germany 1980s
By Peter Maly, COR
Located in Hellouw, NL
Postmodern Pop Art 'Zyklus Chair' by Peter Maly for Cor, Germany 1980s. This leather lounge chair has a great design and is very comfortable. The base con...
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1980s German Post-Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Steel
Melchiorre Bega Italian Pair of Armchairs, 1950s
Located in Wolfurt, AT
Pair of armchairs design by Melchiorre Bega, Italy, 1950s. The chairs have a compact curved form and feature the original red upholstery fabric. The armchairs are freshly cleaned and...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Textile, Wood
1950s, Scandinavian design, reupholstered armchair, fabric, oak wood.
Located in Tarm, 82
1950s, Scandinavian design - Danish or Swedish. Reupholstered armchair in quality furniture fabric - white/light grey. Renewed oak, brass springs in the seat are retained. Manufactur...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Vintage Pair Louis XV Revival French Gilded Armchairs 20th Century
Located in London, GB
This is a stunning pair of French carved giltwood armchairs in the Louis XV style and dating from the last quarter of the 20th century.
The chairs feature hand-carved decoration a...
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1980s English Louis XV Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Giltwood
Three Original Arne Jacobsen Armchairs in Orange Mod. 3207 of 1982
Located in München, DE
Three original Arne Jacobsen armchairs made of laminated plywood Mod. 3207.
chrome-plated tubular steel frame.
Very rare with the original paint in orange from 1982.
Made by Frit...
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1980s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Metal, Chrome
T. H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Pair of Armchairswith Original Label
Located in Rovereta, SM
Two elegant lounge chairs that are a classic example of T. H. Robsjohn-Gibbings design, from the 1950s.
New padded cushions provide excellent seating comfort.
Gibbings creates with...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Wood
Mid-Century Modern 1950's Set 2 Armchairs Blue Velvet Guglielmo Ulrich (attrib)
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
Mid-Century Modern 1950s Italian set of 2 Blue Shell Armchairs attributed to Guglielmo Ulrich.
Shell-shaped in Blue velvet. with wooden feet.
These Armchairs showcase elegant form a...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Quinta Chair by Mario Botta for Alias, 1980s
By Mario Botta, Alias
Located in Ixelles, Bruxelles
Designer - Mario Botta
Producer - Alias
Model - Quinta Chair
Design Period - Eighties
Measurements - Width 43 cm x Depth 55 cm x Height 94 cm x Seat Height 43 cm
Materials - Metal
Co...
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1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Metal
Midcentury Armchair, Swedish Design, 1950s
Located in Lejre, DK
Armchair in fabric with brass details. Designed and made in Sweden 1950s.
Category
1950s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Brass
1960s Erik Buch Fully Restored Armchairs in Rosewood, Inc. Reupholstery
Located in Knebel, DK
Erik Buch fully restored armchairs in rosewood with excellent woodwork that are evidence of Good Design and craftsmanship.
The chairs feature a solid rosewood construction with Erik...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Rosewood
Pair of Dunbar Armchairs by Edward Wormley
Located in Dallas, TX
A pair of Edward Wormley for Dunbar armchairs with brass handles and brass feet.
Category
1950s Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Mahogany
Pair of Black Leather Armchairs with Footstool by Both Søren Nissen & Ebbe Gehl
Located in Chicago, IL
A pair of Danish black leather armchairs with matching footstool designed by Søren Nissen & Ebbe Gehl in 1984. These Scandinavian Modern armchairs feature sculptural, wingback frames...
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1980s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Fantastic Pair Distressed Creme Painted Hand-Carved French Louis XVI Armchairs
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This is a gorgeous pair of hand-carved frames made in Europe, either France or Italy. They are finished in a hand-rubbed intentionally destressed creme painted finish. The corduroy s...
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1950s European Louis XVI Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Beech
Pair of White Leather + Brass Pompeii Armchairs by Alberto Orlandi, Italy 1980s
Located in Chicago, IL
A pair of rare white leather and brass ‘Pompeii’ armchairs designed by Italian designer Alberto Orlandi. These Neoclassical chairs feature elegant curved backrests and white leather ...
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1980s Italian Neoclassical Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Brass
Black Leather + Bronze Pompeii Armchair by Alberto Orlandi, Italy 1980s
Located in Chicago, IL
A rare ‘Pompeii’ black leather and bronze armchair designed by Italian designer Alberto Orlandi. This Neoclassical chair features a sculptural sloped bronze backrest, curved legs, an...
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1980s Italian Neoclassical Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Bronze
Vintage Georgian Mahogany Carved Eagle Leather Armchair
Located in Lake Worth, FL
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Offering One Of Our Recent Palm Beach Estate Fine Furniture Acquisitions Of A
Vintage Georgian Mahoga...
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1980s Georgian Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Mahogany, Leather
Paul McCobb Lounge Chair in Original Turquoise Upholstery and Walnut
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Paul McCobb for Directional Designs, lounge chair, model 1322, walnut, fabric, 1950s.
A design Paul McCobb model 1322 dating back to the 1950s. The quintessential design features o...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Crocus Ball Chair in dark green teddy by Pierre Guariche for Meurop Belgium
Located in amstelveen, NL
Crocus ball swivel armchair, designed by Pierre Guariche for Meurop Belgium, in 1967. Upholstered in its original dark green teddy velvet fabric. Molded shell on an aluminum base. ...
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1980s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Velvet
LC2 Club Chair by P. Jeanneret, Le Corbusier & C. Perriand for Alivar, 1980s
Located in Poznań, PL
Exceptional design and making. Very good vintage condition.
Investment design - pieces with an attribtution mark increase in value over time.
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1980s Italian Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Stainless Steel, Chrome
Franco Albini Gala Chair for Bonacina, Italy, 1950
Located in Argelato, BO
Franco Albini Gala Chair for Bonacina, Italy, 1950
An eye-catching "Gala Chair", designed by Franco Albini, manufactured by Bonacina in Italy, circ...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Rattan
Poltrona 'Red & Blue' Gerrit Rietveld per Cassina anni 80
Located in Milano, IT
Iconica poltrona modello 'Red & Blue' progettata da Gerrit Thomas Rietveld nel 1918. Realizzata con struttura in legno laccato nero, sedile blu e schienale rosso, è considerata la re...
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1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Wood
Drexel Heritage French Os de Mouton Armchairs
By Drexel
Located in Lake Worth, FL
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Offering One Of Our Recent Palm Beach Estate Fine Furniture Acquisitions Of A
Pair of Drexel Heritage...
Category
1980s French Provincial Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Cotton, Wood
Vintage 1950s Carl Malmsten Armchair in Boucle Fabric
Located in London, GB
Carl Malmsten - Occasional Armchair, circa 1950s.
An elegant, classical occasional chair designed by Swedish master: Carl Malmsten. The chair has been reupholstered in British desig...
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1950s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Bouclé, Beech
Marco Zanuso 'Square' White Velvet Chairs with Teak Feet, Italy, circa 1962
By Arflex, Marco Zanuso
Located in Argelato, BO
Splendid pair of armchairs designed by the Italian architect and designer Marco Zanuso for Arflex. The chairs are in excellent condition, and have recently been reupholstered in whit...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Vintage Mid Century Iconic Mart Stam S34 Cantilever Armchair, 1980s Italy
By Mart Stam
Located in Zagreb, HR
A vintage Mid-Century-Modern armchair with faux-leather seating and chrome plated tubular steel frame, designed in the 1920s by Mart Stam, designer of the first cantilever chair. A r...
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1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Set di 4 poltrone anni '80 di Giovanni Offredi per Saporiti Italia
Located in SAN PIETRO MOSEZZO, NO
Set di 4 poltrone degli anni '80 disegnate da Giovanni Offredi per Saporiti Italia.
Dal 1950 Saporiti Italia fornisce soluzioni di design avanzate per clienti in tutto il mondo.
Sapo...
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1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Leather
Carlo Hauner for Móveis Artesanal. Mid-Century Modern Armchair w/ Iron Structure
By Carlo Hauner
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
Extremely rare armchair with an iron structure and molded upholstery, extremely comfortable. This chair is a good example of how avant-garde furniture design could be in the mid- 195...
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1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Iron
Midcentury Minimalistic Easy Chair In Oak And Papercord, Finland 1950s
Located in ABCOUDE, UT
Nice minimalistic midcentury modern easy chair in oak and woven papercord made in Finland in the 1950s. This airy design is made with great eye for details. The wooden connections, o...
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1950s Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Papercord, Oak
1960s, Danish relax armchair, original condition, red cotton/wool.
Located in Tarm, 82
1960s, Danish design. Armchair in original very good condition: no smells and no stains. Original red cotton-wool furniture fabric. Beech legs with brass plugs, brass springs in the ...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Brass
Tubular Lounge Chair in Black Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Lounge chair in steel and leather, Europe, 1950s.
Modern armchair made in Europe in the 1950s. This chair is made of bent tubular steel with black saddle leather upholstery. Beautif...
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1950s European Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Metal, Steel
Set of Four Matteo Grassi Leather Armchairs
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Set of four Tito Agnoli stitched leather armchairs for Matteo Grassi .
Normal wear and patina. Arm is 25" high.
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1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Leather
Armchair Model Mina Made In Beech By Bruno Mathsson
Located in Lejre, DK
This armchair, known as Model Mina, represents an exemplary piece of furniture design created by renowned Swedish designer Bruno Mathsson. The chair is constructed from bent beech, w...
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1980s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Beech
"A Rare Jindrich Halabala " Mid-Century Bentwood Lounge Chair one of two.
Located in Bellport, NY
One of two rare Jindrich Halabala bentwood lounge chairs, both are available. Halabala helped create a new mass market approach to home design and furnishings in Czechoslovakia i...
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1950s Czech Art Deco Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Oak
French Style Transitional Fauteuils With Linen Upholstery, a Pair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous French style transitional fauteuils upholstered in linen. Gorgeous detailing and quality upholstery work! Add some French style to your home.
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1980s French French Provincial Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Linen, Upholstery, Wood
Pair of Mid-Century Armchairs Attributed To Federico Munari 1950s
Located in Palermo, IT
Pair of Mid-Century armchairs attributed to Federico Munari 1950s
The structures are stable and in good condition. The covering is the original one, it would be advisable to reuphols...
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1950s Italian Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Brass
Midcentury Minimalistic Easy Chair In Oak And Papercord, Finland 1950s
Located in ABCOUDE, UT
Nice minimalistic midcentury modern easy chair in oak and woven papercord made in Finland in the 1950s. This airy design is made with great eye for details. The wooden connections, o...
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1950s Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Papercord, Oak
Pair of Danish Safari Chairs in Cognac Leather and Oak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Pair of safari chairs, patinated leather, oak, Denmark, 1950s.
This elegant pair of safari chairs features wonderful patinated leather on both the seat, the arms and back. The pati...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
Set of 2 Chairs, I.S.A. Bergamo, 1950s
By I.S.A. Italy
Located in Wolfurt, AT
his pair of Italian armchairs was made in the 1950s by the company I.S.A. Bergamo. The upholstery of both pieces should be renewed, and are happy to help you with this.
We are happ...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Børge Mogensen, Model 2254 Lounge Chair, 1956
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning lounge chair 'BM-2254/ Slædestolen' designed by Børge Mogensen in 1956 and produced by Fredericia Stolefabrik, Sweden, adjustable mahagony frame with original beige alcantar...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Upholstery, Mahogany
Pair of Armchairs by Charles Ramos for Castellaneta France 1950's
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Very elegant and rare pair of lounge armchairs by Charles Ramos for Castellaneta France circa 1950.
The feet are in original golden anodized aluminum.
Structure in massive wood. Comp...
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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Aluminum
Pair of rustic armchairs, 1950s
Located in HEVERLEE, BE
Pair of rustic solid oak armchairs with comfortable and fresh looking reupholstered boucla cushions.
These elegantly shaped wooden chairs add a rustic touch to your interior.
1950s...
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1950s French Rustic Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Bouclé, Oak
1950s, Danish design, armchair in original condition, furniture cotton/ wool.
Located in Tarm, 82
1950s, Danish design. Armchair in original, very good condition: no smells and no stains. Yellow furniture cotton/ wool fabric. Beech wood legs and armrests, brass springs in the sea...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Wool, Cotton, Beech
Franco Albini for Bonacina Set Margherita Chair and Ottoman, Italy, 1950s
Located in Naples, IT
Iconic chair with pouff Mod. Margherita in curved wicker and cushion covered in ivory boucle' fabric. Designed in 1960. by Franco Albini for Bonacina .Suitable for outdoor and indoor...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
Pair of Upholstered Arm Chairs
Located in Redding, CT
Pair of Upholstered Arm Chairs. These classic styled chairs are covered in a silk upholstery with embroidered stars. Super comfortable and attractive. Solid construction.Although the...
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1950s Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Pair of Gio Ponti Mid-Century Modern Velvet Armchairs for Casa e Giardino, 1950s
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Pair of armchairs designed by Gio Ponti, Home and Garden series, wooden structure, goose down cushions, padding and covering in original textured fabric of the time, kept in excellen...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Fabric
Pair of armchairs by Dal Vera
Located in London, GB
1950s pair of Italian chairs In cherrywood upholstered in their original faux leather in tan colour.
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1950s Italian Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Faux Leather, Cherry
Pair of 50s Italy armchairs in light brown boucle upholstery attributed to Lenzi
By Lenzi
Located in London, GB
Pair of 1950s Italian design armchairs . Design attributed to Lenzi
These sculptural and comphortable pair of armchairs have been recently re-upholstered in a luxurious light brown ...
Category
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Armchairs
Materials
Metal
Antique and Vintage Armchairs for Sale on 1stDibs
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.
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