Italian Armchair, circa 1950s

Pair of arm chairs by Ezio Longhi with elegant dark stained wood frames and newly covered dark green seats.

Set of three armchairs on slightly flared legs with H-shaped bracing and upholstered seats with elegant armrests. The chairs have been reupholstered and covered in a white fabric wit...

Mahogany armchair with fine thread inlays and volute shaped armrests, hand polished.

Armchair with red lacquered frame, veneered armrests and three-piece seat covered with black leather. Two small ashtrays are embedded in the armrests.

Pair of armchairs in plywood with black lacquered backrests and geometric base.

Pair of Poltronova armchairs with red lacquered frame, veneered armrests and three-piece seat covered with black leather. In the armrests are embedded small ashtrays.

Stunning original wooden armchair designed by Paolo Buffa in the 1950s, fine Italian manufacture.The chair has a base entirely made oak .The legs connect to the armrests, which are f...

Italian armchair, 1950s. Dimensions: H= 91 cm; W= 58 cm; D= 50 cm; H seat= 48 cm.

Italian armchair, 1950s. Dimensions: H= 86 cm; W= 77 cm; D= 82 cm; H seat= 40 cm.

Over-upholstered chair with a steeply reclined back, down curved arms and four tapered tinted wooden legs.        

Set di due poltrone, della fine degli anni ’50, provenienti da una casa fiorentina progettata dall’Architetto Cencetti, che curò anche tutti gli arredi. Hanno una struttura in legno ...

The Mid-Century Modern era is notable for its blending of Classic modern design elements with a slightly more updated feel. This beautiful pair of Italia lounge chairs has a Classic, comfortable style that is a prime example of the best qualities of what is referred to as Modernism in European design. Several key factors define the Italian approach to design: respect for craftsmanship, quality materials and finally, an elegant, high-end look. Upholstered cabinetmaker chairs may seem similar at first sight; however, each model’s individuality becomes evident upon closer inspection. In these chairs’ case, their thick, welcoming shape and the sleek, tapered wooden feet Stand out immediately. The design has achieved a perfect balance between form and function, in which aesthetics and utility come together in a purely Mid-Century Modern manner. The fully upholstered wooden frames rest on dark lacquered wood legs. The feet are splayed to support stability, while their stylish dark colour contrast to the elegant, light upholstery. The backs are relatively low, enhancing the stylish look along with the thick arms, backs, and seat cushions. Together these design elements create a modern look with the beloved organic, curvy aesthetic. The exceptionally soft, textured fabric highlights the bodies’ rounded edges and sheer volume. Italy was especially passionate about furniture and product design during the mid-century, an area where the country remained faithful to a figurative repertoire of substantial classicism, while not disdaining impulses of authentic modernity. As a result, Italian modern furniture...