20th Century Armchairs

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this stunning fully restored pair of Art Deco Circa 1920's hand dyed rich Cigar brown leather club armchairs...

complete living room, consisting of curved sofa and pair of armchairs, designed by Gigi Radice for Minotti, mid-1960s. Made of green-colored faux leather, solid brass feet. Very good...

Arne Norell (Sweden, 1917-1971) Arne Norell, a pair of 'Inka' armchairs with a footstool, Norell Möbel AB, 1970's. Frame of dark-stained beech. Upholstered cushion in the back and se...

Very cute and comfortable 975 Lounge Chair. This popular chair is designed by the famous Geoffrey Harcourt for Artifort in the 60's. The immaculate white bucket seat with dito tulip...

Model B3 “Wassily” armchair, designed by Marcel Breuer in 1925 and produced in Italy in 1973. It features a chrome-plated steel structure and seat and back in black leather. Good v...

Henry Van De Velde, in the style of, An impressive Arts & Crafts oak armchair finely made with the original leather. Measurements: Height at b...

Rare pair of Mid-century armchairs produced by the Isa company of Bergamo, in the style of Federico Munari, made in Italy, 1950s These are elegant and refined seats, which thanks to...

We are delighted to offer for sale this fully stamped, original Mart Stam 1-06G, Marcel Breuer S34 armchair in brown leather circa 1980’s I have a mat...

Gorgeous pair of Italian polished steel patio and garden dining armchairs featuring neoclassical style curule legs. Hand-crafted from thick steel with an open design and dramatic pro...

We are excited to offer 11 early Hans Wegner JH-503 chairs designed in 1949 and Produced by Johannes Hansen. Fully restored solid old growth teak construction. Stamped with the maker...

An oak and metal armchair designed by Steen Eiler Rasmussen and produced by Danbork, c. 1954. Provenance: Rungsted Skole, Denmark, completed 1954.  Overall Dimensions (inches): 32....

Beautiful Zebra Velvet Armchair GFM-142, designed by Edmund Homa, a polish architect, designer of Industrial Design and interior architecture, professor at the Academy of Fine Arts i...

Thank you for visiting our shop. We have two of these fabulous chairs. The price here is for one, they are sold individually here. These are stunning examples of 1980 Postmodern L...

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...

Pair of MCM armchairs. Featuring tapered wooden legs, and burl accenting. A perfect addition to any space in need of seating. Please confirm location with seller (NY or NJ)

Set of 6 Dining Chairs and 2 Armchairs in Rosewood with Black Leather by Kurt Østervig, 1960's Additional Information: Material: Rosewood and black leather Style: Mid century, Scand...

Set of six oak and paper cord "Wishbone" chair by Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen & Son. CH24 'Wishbone' chair designed by Hans J. Wegner in 1949 and made in Denmark in 1965 by Carl Han...

The Swan Italia company has established itself as one of the benchmarks in the upholstered furniture manufacturing industry. Swan Italia is synonymous with quality upholstery, but it...

Italian Modern Walnut Armchair, Attributed to Franco Campo and Carlo Graffi

These original Beta Wassenaar Philippe Starck style armchairs feature organically shaped wood armrests. The seats and back are upholstered in soft black f...

James Mont (1904-1978) "King Cole" armchairs, circa 1955. They are super-comfortable armchairs made in the 1960s. The armchair made of bentwood. Very unique and beautiful. Perfect fo...

Fledermaus armchairs no.423 by Josef Hoffmann in very good original condition with signs of usage.

Set of 2 art deco armchairs by Jindřich Halabala for UP Zavody produced in the 1930s. It is made of bentwood and spring seats. It is painted with an oak stain and finished with a str...

Two Louis XIII style armchairs, circa 1900.  

This is a rare armchair with ottoman, commonly known as the “Lamino,” designed by Yngve Ekström—one of Sweden’s most iconic designers—and believed to have been manufactured in the 19...

A pair of oak and off-white fabric armchairs designed and produced in the US, c. 1950s. Dimensions: 30.5” H x 23.25” W x 22.625” D Seat Height: 18.5” 

A lovely set of four (4) midcentury French chairs, circa 1940, in the Louis XVI style. One pair of armchairs with faux black leather seats and backs is partnered with a pair of side ...

Around the middle of the 20th century Danish furniture design began blending the streamlined elegance of modernism with the inviting charm of skilled craftsmanship. This period celeb...

Fauteuil chauffeuse à bascule vintage des années 50, dans le style du modèle “luge” de Jean Touret, superbe design brutaliste, en bois de pin massif, assise et dossier entièrement ré...

Produced by Vatne möbler in Norway, 1970s. Leather cushions in good condition with minor signs of usage.

Experience the fusion of style and comfort with our vintage leather bentwood lounge chairs. Boasting a distinctive cantilever design, these chairs offer a remarkable seating option t...

Spectacular pair of armchairs in a marvelous maroon leather and black fiberglass. This incredibly rare pair of armchairs were designed by Hans Von Klier and produced in Italy during ...

Leslie Diamond "Modernmates" for Conant Ball 7501 birch dining armchairs. Featuring solid birch construction, ergonomic curved spindle backs, peg details, wide plank seats atop sturd...

A pair of armchairs produced in the former Czechoslovakia, with the design attributed to Jiri Jiroutek. This 1960s design is re-upholstered in an updated beige upholstery; the neutra...

1970s, Danish club chair. Green furniture velour, ash wood legs. Original good condition: no smells, no stains and stable construction. Manufactured by Danish furniture maker in abou...

Classic pair of Mid-Century Modern padded arm shell chairs,Designed by Charles and Ray Eames, for Herman Miller. Beautiful two-tone, chairs are in really ni...

Regal pair of Italian Regency armchairs with caned seats and gilt decoration. Cane seats have been replaced. Seat cushions are included as form

This is a rare model of a midcentury Maison Jansen campaign armchair. These chairs are typically made with paw feet, this example is unusual in that the knob feet match the finials o...

1P - INDUSTRIA CHIMICA PER L'ARREDAMENTO is an italian manufacturer, active between 1967 and 1986, based in Florence. Thanks to the collaboration with several italian designer (such as Emilio Guarnacci, Felix Padovano...

Art Deco Bauhaus Lounge Chairs by Erich Dieckmann, Germany, 1930 This stunning pair of Art Deco Bauhaus lounge chairs, designed by the renowned Erich Dieckmann (1896-1944), exemplif...

Bring a distinctive look to your seating area with this pair of sleek club chairs model no.Q2083 by Ward Bennett for Brickel Associates, 1960s. Featuring a tub form with tapered side...

In his designs, Percival Lafer sought ergonomy and comfort. The MP-71 armchair, from 1973/1974, is a derivative from MP-61 – his first piece with a visible fiberglass shell structure. The MP-71 comprises a visible fiberglass shell that swives on a base also made of fiberglass. The upholstery follows the same principle as the MP-61, with laminated foam applied directly to the shell. Móveis Lafer...

Gio Ponti is an Italian architect, designer, writer and founder of the Domus magazine. He is widely considered one of the benchmarks for the renewal of Italian design after the Secon...

Listed are a pair of elegant Edward Wormley for Dunbar dining chairs with arms and brass handles. These are in need of restoration, perfect if your looking to add to your set. Also c...

A timeless icon, two light presences but full of meaning. This pair of LC1 armchairs, designed in 1928 by Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret and Charlotte Perriand and produced in the 19...

A single, vintage Mid-Century modern Danish " Clam " chair made of hand crafted painted Beechwood attributed to Arnold Madsen and Madsen & Schubell, in good condition. The Scandinavi...

Saporiti Italy year ’68 design Alberto Rosselli two (2) armchair jumbo in fiberglass the sell is for the pair jumbo but one other pair armchairs is available

This elegant vintage English wood armchair, dating from circa 1950, showcases timeless craftsmanship and enduring style. Designed by an unknown artisan, the chair features a classic ...

Lounge chair, new upholstery in Kvadrat fabric designed by Paul Smith, teak, Scandinavia, 1950s Comfortable Scandinavian lounge chair with a wingback and sculptural armrests. With t...

Mid-Century Modern space age slipper chairs armchairs P. Fully upholstered New upholstery geometry fabric. Famous design like Gio Ponti, Gianfranco Frattini, Cassina, Osvaldo Borsani...

J. J. Kohn easy armchair excellent restored with new cane on seat and back the back is warped (see pictures) the reason for the cheap price.

Pair of Mid-Century Modern captain's/armchairs in teak, 1960s. The chairs having three backsplats and shaped arms, having the original textured mohair fabric.

Mid-century armchair designed by H.W. Klein for Bramin, Denmark. A low profile lounge with an incredible silhouette. The angled arms give fantastic dimension and depth. Sitting atop ...

Mid-Century Modern Hardwood, Cane, and Leather Armchairs, Brazil 1960s These Mid-Century Modern large armchairs are from Brazil, dating back to the 1960s. Expertly crafted from soli...

- good original condition included fabric upholstery -There are visible wormholes in the wooden parts nevetherles the chairs are sturdy and stable and the chairs has been treated a...

Pair of rare Bauhaus cantilever chrome-plated tubular steel armchairs, model "EK32", designed by the company Hynek Gottwald in former Czechoslovakia, 1935. Being one of the Hynek Go...

The iconic armchair designed by Mario Bellini for Cassina c.1970s, Italy, feature the original camel saddle leather which is wrapped atop the steel frames. The back legs feature a bl...

A wonderful 1946 design by Ilmari Tapiovaara, the Domus chair was offered entirely of wood, with an upholstered seat, or an upholstered seat and back. This nice example, has beautifu...

One of a kind French Reconstruction Armchair, 1940, post-war modernist design. Structure in solid mahogany and seat and backrest in original c...

Rare set of two Italian handcrafted safari armchairs designed by Carlo Hauner, exclusive for Forma (Mompiano Brescia), very limited edition produced with a Minimalist construction in...