1950s Armchairs

Marco Zanuso Pair of "Lady" armchairs by Marco Zanuso for Arflex. Iconic 1950s Italian design, awarded the Gold Medal at the 1951 Milan Triennale. Italy, 1951 H. 70 cm, L. 89cm, D. ...

Pair Mid-Century Gigi Radice for Minotti Italian design 1950s green fabric.

Italian armchairs of 1950, wooden feet with brass tips, have been striped in black velvet with strips always the same tint.

Paolo Buffa pair of lounge chairs or armchairs with curved wingback and back buttons, cushion seat, rounded armrests and elegantly tapered legs, Italy, 1950s. These incredibly chic lounge chairs or modernist wingback chairs have been fully restored and newly reupholstered in a light blue cotton velvet with foam and down cushions. Beautifully proportioned with gently graceful curved lines throughout, these stylish and sophisticated lounge chairs have a more sculptural and sleek form unlike traditional wingback chairs...

This Bambi Lounge chair in Oak with Woven Cord was produced by hand in Norway by Fjord Fiesta in 2023. It has only been used as a showroom sample in our Scandinavian Design Shop sinc...

1950s Arne Hovmand-Olsen rare model 408 three legged bullhorn armchair, with solid teak frame, seat upholstered with original black leather. Designed around 1956 and manufactured by ...

Axel Larsson was an incredibly productive Swedish furniture architect and designer with a more than 50-year long career. This armchair is a rarity, despite Larsson being most well-known for his furniture series designed for and mass-produced by SMF Bodafors. This particular chair takes inspiration from the uplifting, pared-down aesthetic of Scandinavian design. The design consists of a smooth sculptural frame crafted in curved and stained wood that frames a finely tailored seat and back. The streamlined design of the wood structure immediately stands out for its pronounced lines and airy construction. It shows off the architectural precision put into both the design and into the execution. The curve of the arms and legs - formed of a single piece of wood - defines the look and is perfectly balanced by the straight stretchers connecting the legs. The other defining feature is the obtuse angle created by the reclined position of the back and the raised seat. This angle is also followed by the frame and as a result the aesthetic is dynamic but still exudes the functional cosiness of Swedish design. There is a clear emphasis on comfort, from the tilted back to the sculpted, wide armrests and the seat cushion. The light upholstery complements that dark stained wood by creating an apparent contrast both in colour and texture. Axel Larsson also designed furniture for individual carpenters in Stockholm; these were made in small numbers, and this armchair may be one of these rare designs. Swedish Modern style is delicately scaled, using tapering legs and clever but simple solutions as seen on this chair as well. Subtitled “A Movement Towards Sanity in Design”, it also describes quality and the ability to lend grace to the daily chores of life. Condition: In good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use. The chair has been reupholstered recently in a premium fabric. Each of our items can be re-upholstered by our in-house atelier in a fabric of choice. Please reach out for more information. Dimensions: 25.59 in W x 30.31 in D x 30.9 in H; Seat height 21.65 in; Arm height 25.19 in 65 cm W x 77 cm D x 78.5 cm H; Seat height 55 cm; Arm height 64 cm About the Designer: Axel Larsson was born in 1898 in Torp socken, Sweden. Larsson was a professional for more than 50 years and belonged to a handful of furniture and interior designers who played a major role and influenced the development of their professional sphere. He grew up in Medelpad, and as a young carpenter's apprentice, he was given the opportunity to study further in Stockholm as a furniture designer through a scholarship from 1916 to 1920. In parallel with his studies at the Higher School of Art and Design, he was a furniture designer under Carl Malmsten during his work with furniture for Stockholm City Hall...

Here we see a decision to project the universal ideals of modernity onto Indian reality. However, these pieces were inspired by North Indian culture, as well the cosmic and spiritua...

1960s Erik Kirkegaard fully restored customizable Danish armchairs in tanned oak by Høng Stolefabrik The very comfortable chairs were designed in 1956 and feature a simple minimalis...

Model 1209-C for Craft Associates. Walnut, cane back, upholstery. Seat has been re-done in Raf Simons for Kvadrat fabric. Good condition, some wear on walnut structure. Strap...

Elegant and splendid pair of Mid-Century Modern armchairs, attributed to Gio Ponti, 1950 for ISA Editions, Bergamo. The armchairs have a new light ivory velvet upholstery.

A chair of model 408 designed by Arne Hovmand Olsen at Mogens Kold Møbelfabrik, Denmark, 1950s. The chair is made in teak with seat in black leather. It is 64 x 50 cm and 74 cm high ...

This rare high back armchair made of Oregon Pine is without a doubt among the great Swedish chair designs. The pine structures shows Ekström’s background as a wood carver, sculptor a...

Very rare 1950s collectible chair designed by Augusto Bozzi for Saporiti. Measure cm. 87 in height, cm. 51 of depth and cm. 47 wide, conservation conditions more than good.  

Pair of midcentury Italian armchairs curved Arredamenti Corallo made in Italy, lateral structure in walnut wood, new uphols...

Armchair in pine This is a Swedish work called a stump chair. With a clamshell seat circa 1950.

Midcentury Minotti armchair brown color Italian design 1950 faux leather.

A set of ten Mario Papperzini for Salterini armchairs in iron and brass with solid brass balls. 40.25 High by 24.5" Wide by 27.5" Deep Circa 1950-1959 $25,000.00 for set of 10

Pair of Italian midcentury design mahogany turquoise minimal geometric design.

Pair of Mid-Century monumental woven armchairs in rattan.

Eugenio Gerli for Tecno, pair of armchairs, model 'P28', wenge, leather, Italy, 1958

Pair of wooden and bouclé armchairs, 1950s. These two fantastic armchairs were made in the 1950s.  The upholstery is new bouclé lying on a wooden frame with elegant bronze feet. This...

Rare pair of Danish modern teak frame armchairs designed by Grete Jalk for Glostrup Denmark. One seat cover has small tears, as shown. Offered an...

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Model number 842, set of eight armchairs in mahogany with red velvet seats. All original, minor touch up prior to shipping. These chairs were used around a ...

Pair of Armchairs - Italian Designer Lounge Chairs - Modernist Furniture - Armchairs in Wood and Velvet Stunning set of two wonderful Mid-Century Modern Italian armchairs in wood a...

Coppia di poltrone in vimini rattan anni 50 - vintage - mid century - deco Descrizione : Coppia di sedie in rattan poltrone con porta riviste ann...

This iconic pair of armchairs is an original creation by Mathieu Matégot, dating back to the 1950s. The armchairs are crafted from white lacquered metal. The meticulous handling of t...

Rare safari chair designed by Kaare Klint. Produced by Rud Rasmussen in Denmark.

Pair of excentric shaped armchairs by ISA, Bergamo 1950s. The lovely Italian design language is underlined by the powdery, soft velvet fabric Martora in turquoise-acqua color by Rub...

Very rare Madame armchair by Fritz Neth, Correcta Stizformbau edition. Germany 1950. The seat and the back are molded from the same piece and curved in an ergonomic shape which e...

Fabric chair designed by Gio Ponti for Cassina. The chair is upholstered in sand-colored fabric with four wooden feet. Comfortable and convenient seating, simple and elegant style th...

Authentic Italian armchair from the 1950s. new upholstery with fabric by Kvadrat (Harald 2-black) and Svensson (Rock-6562). Feel free to ask for more pictures.

Lounge chair, walnut, fabric, Czech Republic, 1950s. This exquisitely crafted lounge chair holds a remarkable construction that showcases sculpted elements evident in its wooden fr...

Renzo Franchi for Brianzola sculptural 'Camea' lounge chairs or armchairs with cherry wood frames and white upholstered back, seat and padded arms, Italy...

Fabulous form created by Adrian Pearsall. Walnut base and structure of the chair is in very good condition. Original fabric is worn and faded needing an update. Labeled Craft Associa...

Designed in the 1950s by Arne Tidemand-Ruud for Norwegian company Norcraft. The solid teak frame is wrapped with a black leather sling seat. The lounge chair is adjustable to recline...

"800" Armchair by Joseph-André MOTTE for Steiner, France 1950s They still have their original Steiner stamp.

Amazing pair of 1950's iron modernist armchairs attributed to Gastone Rinaldi For Rima, fully restored and newly reupholstered in Castanets Donghia fabric, with minor wear and patina...

Set of 2 Italian armchairs by Dal Vera, 1950s Dimensions: H= 74 cm; H seat= 38 cm; W= 58 cm; D= 64 cm.

A rare pair of model 5580 Antler armchairs designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Matching set of four side chairs available separately.

Vintage Michael Taylor Greek key armchairs for his Far East collection by Baker Furniture. In the style of James Mont, with stylized Greek key a...

The stylish midcentury curves that define Carl Malmsten’s aesthetic are just as recognizable today as they were 70 years ago. The Swedish designer devoted his life to the renewal of ...

This comfortable pair of midcentury lounge chairs designed by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin. Professionally upholstered with orange/yellow colored velvet fabric with solid wood feet.

Italian Modern furniture is defined by unique design, perfect execution, and exclusivity. This pair of armchairs is attributed to Italian design icon, Paolo Buffa. Coinciding with contemporary debates about the role of design and its responsibility to the larger population, Buffa reworked the presiding neoclassical idiom. The architect incorporated simplified forms into his designs in order to streamline production techniques, whilst always retaining a high regard for materials and harmonious portions. This pair of armchairs is said to have been designed by Buffa during the 1950s and elegantly balances comfort and functionality with high-quality craftsmanship and materials: the refined, articulated lines of the armchairs’ frames counter the volume of its cushions and uniquely patterned upholstery. By the mid-1930s, Buffa had established his own studio, where the Milanese architect designed expertly crafted furniture featuring intricate details and combined luxurious materials for an elite clientele. Buffa developed close relationships with cabinetmaking workshops in Brianza, renowned for their traditional furniture manufacturing, and during the following decades collaborated with some of the period’s most skilled artisans. These relationships enabled Buffa to introduce a modern vocabulary into his work whilst adhering to Milan’s heritage of artisan furniture production, in order to realize inventive furniture designs that revealed a skilful union of design and execution. These chairs embody this patently, with their most intricate feature being the upholstery covering the elegant, stylish shape of the solid wood frames. The elaborate pattern invites the eyes to spend time observing and exploring it, therefore the overall impression is interesting and stylish, while it also makes these chairs a one-of-a-kind pair. The exposed architectural, tapered legs supporting the comfortable seats and curved backs complement the design of this model greatly. The slim look serves as a counterweight to the voluptuous bodies, and the colour of the wood complements the pattern as well. The overall design is focused on elegant and measured proportions, balanced compositions, and refined décor elements including the exclusive materials. Besides the upholstery, the versatile shapes, from the curving, rounded edges on the top to the characteristic armrests and tapered legs, make these chairs stand out. Buffa’s designs were featured in important publications, such as Roberto Aloi’s L’arredamento moderno series, through which a coherent evolution can be traced in Buffa’s work as he interpreted the formal elegance of Italian design with a subtle yet recognizably modern rigour evidenced by this pair. Paolo Buffa was especially passionate about furniture and product design, an area where he remained faithful to a figurative repertoire of substantial classicism, while not disdaining impulses of authentic modernity. He was extremely active in the Milanese design scene that was just as vibrant and unique as these armchairs. In an atmosphere committed to the reinterpretation of the Lombard classicism and Milanese architecture, exceptional pieces were created, as this pair shows. Condition: In good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use. Small scratches and marks on the wood. The chairs have been reupholstered recently in a premium patterned fabric. Each of our items can be reupholstered by our in-house atelier in a fabric of choice. Please reach out for more information. Dimensions: 29.52 in W x 34.44 in D x 37 in H; Seat height 15.15 in; Arm height 22.44 in 75 cm W x 87.5 cm D x 94 cm H; Seat height 38.5 cm; Arm height 57 cm Literature: 'Alcuni Mobili di Paolo Buffa', Domus, no. 178, October 1942, p. 431 for a similar example Roberto Aloi, L’Arredamento Moderno, quarta serie, Milan, 1949, fig. 366 for a similar example Roberto Rizzi, I mobile di Paolo Buffa, exh. cat., Mostra Internazionale dell'Arredamento, Cantù, 2002, pp. 30, 34-35 for a drawing and images of a similar example About the (attributed) designer: Paolo Buffa (born 1903, Milan – died 1970, Milan) was an Italian furniture designer who defined his own unique design aesthetic to become one of the most sought-after Italian designers of his day. Renowned for pairing elements from both the opulent Neoclassical and the streamlined Art Deco styles around a more modern sensitivity, Buffa excelled in creating high quality pieces that spoke to the well-to-do clientele of the time. Born in Milan in 1903, Buffa trained at the Politecnico di Milano. Following his graduation in 1927, he worked briefly for Gio Ponti, and in 1928, he partnered with architect Antonio Cassi to establish their own design studio in Milan. By 1936, Paolo Buffa opened his own independent studio where he became particularly successful, in part because he had already tapped into his unique combination of stylistic elements. His incorporation of more traditionally Neoclassical motifs or materials – for example, rich rosewoods or supple, velveteen fabrics – with the relatively avant-garde forms and themes of a lighter Art...

Classic mid century Pretzel arm chair by Norman Cherner for Plycraft: Great original condition, Retains original seat and back padded cushion fabric,...

Black leather armchair by Jacques Adnet. Dimensions: 25.5"w x 26"d x 28"h x 16"sh France, circa 1950s

Roberto Menghi for Arflex, pair of ‘Hall’ lounge chairs, metal, leather, Italy, 1958 In 1958, Roberto Menghi designs an interesting series of armchairs and sofas for Arflex. The des...

Rosewood desk / armchair in original black leather in the style of Niels Vodder. Measures: Seat is 16.5" high, arm is 25" high.

Mid-Century Modern Pair of Armchairs by Frantisek Jirak for Tatra, 1950s - New Uphostery

Although the designs of the mid-century era were wide-ranging in style, they often shared such characteristics as clean lines, organic shapes, and functionality. These elaborate armc...

The celebrated Papa Bear chair with matching footrest. Dimensions listed are for chair.

Carlo Mollino (Turin, 1905-73) was an architect who committed equally to art and to technique, embodying the figure of the Italian Renaissance polymath in the context of modernity. H...

Two vintage Mid-Century lounge chairs by Heywood Wakefield. These chairs feature a stunning red colored fabric, with a strawberry spotted pattern. Good condition. Wheat finish. Ma...

A wonderful pair of 1950s Italian Cherrywood chairs by Paolo Buffa with sculptural curved arms and upholstered in acid green fabric.

Very rare pair of wooden mid century "x-armchairs" in teak and original leather by Pierre Jeanneret produced for Chandigarh, India 1950s. In very nice condition with matching patina...

- Made in Czechoslovakia - Made of wood, fabric - Good original upholstery - Wooden parts has been refurbished - Very comfortable - Good, original condition.

Ignazio Gardella (1905-1999) was an Italian architect, engineer and designer. His long professional career produced an enormous number of projects and achievements. Among the first b...

This rare pair of armchairs was designed by Cees Braakman and produced by Pastoe in The Netherlands, circa 1958. This striking model was numbered FM07 and is part of the iconic Japanese series designed by Braakman. The design is marked by the straight lines of the black frame and the more geometric shapes of the upholstered seat, backrest and armrests. A modern and minimalist design that is visually attractive from all angles, while at the same time very comfortable to sit in. The chairs have been completely restored and are in excellent condition. The pair has been reupholstered in a beautiful ecru 'Iris' fabric by Tibor Reich...