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Pair of Armchairs with Loop Arms, Italy, 1950s

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Pair of Armchairs with Loop Arms in Walnut and Ochre Velvet, Italy, 1950 Like silhouettes drawn in a single fluid gesture, this pair of Italian armchairs captures the poetics of postwar design in motion. Their elliptical arms, sculpted in dark walnut, trace a continuous arc that cradles the sitter in both elegance and architectural clarity. Tapered legs anchor the composition with lightness, lifting the upholstered volume in a delicate ballet of line and mass. Echoing the expressive restraint of Carlo Enrico Rava and Gio Ponti, the chairs exemplify the refined dynamism that characterized Italian furniture in the 1950s. Ponti’s penchant for slender profiles and optimistic geometry finds resonance here, while Rava’s sensual pragmatism—shaped by rationalism and artistic intuition—manifests in the elliptical armrests and tilted posture. The frames are constructed from stained walnut with a rich, warm grain that enhances their formal softness. The ochre velvet, likely a later but sensitive reupholstery, reinforces the original palette’s midcentury clarity while bringing a tactile richness and chromatic depth. Wear consistent with age and use. Meticulously preserved by Jada to maintain structural integrity while honoring the original patina and spirit of the piece. Graceful yet assertive, these armchairs operate as both intimate seating and sculptural interventions—ideal in dialogue with minimalist architecture or lush vintage interiors. Available for private acquisition. Inquiries from discerning collectors are welcome.

Similar to:

Gio Ponti (Designer)Carlo Enrico Rava (Designer)

Dimensions:

Height: 33.08 in (84 cm)Width: 21.46 in (54.5 cm)Depth: 22.05 in (56 cm)Seat Height: 18.12 in (46 cm)

Sold As:

Set of 2

Style:

Mid-Century Modern (In the Style Of)

Materials and Techniques:

Velvet,Walnut

Place of Origin:

Italy

Period:

Mid-20th Century

Date of Manufacture:

1950s

Condition:

Wear consistent with age and use. Meticulously preserved by Jada to maintain its structural integrity while honoring its original patina, this piece retains the quiet imprint of time, bearing witness to its history and authenticity. Inquiries from discerning collectors are welcome.

Seller Location:

Kaštel Sućurac, HR

Reference Number:

Seller: 4029318570171stDibs: LU4245144382572

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