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Period: 21st Century and Contemporary
Golden Limited Edition Elda Chair by Joe Colombo for Longhi Italy no. 8/20
Located in Budapest, HU
LONGHI celebrated the Elda chair's 60th anniversary by creating a limited edition golden chair based on Joe Colombo’s original ELDA design. The chair was on...
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Italian Space Age 21st Century and Contemporary Armchairs

Materials

Metal

Alligator High Armchair with Real Kudu, Zebu, Aries and Genuine Calf Leather
Located in Paris, FR
Alligator High Armchair with real Kudu, Zebu and Aries Horns. Genuine Calf Leather in Red Color and Back with real Alligator Skin.
Category

French 21st Century and Contemporary Armchairs

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Custom Made Sheepskin Wing Chairs
Located in London, England
Dagmar Design - Sampo wing chair The Sampo wing chair is from the Dagmar Design custom-made upholstered range. This obscure design originated from the w...
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Swedish Scandinavian Modern 21st Century and Contemporary Armchairs

Materials

Sheepskin, Beech, Oak

Aruanã Armchair indoor in Solid Wood, rattan Techniques Sustainable.
Located in São Paulo, BR
The Aruanã Armchair is a tribute to the fauna of Ceará state and the endangered Aruanã turtle. Developed in collaboration with d.Propósito, this project involved thorough research t...
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Brazilian 21st Century and Contemporary Armchairs

Materials

Aluminum

Modern Style Gaia Chair from Tiago Curioni
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
In honor of the 100 years of Bauhaus, the Gaia chair reflects the purity and strength of the well-known school. The piece, of pure lines and in primary c...
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Brazilian Modern 21st Century and Contemporary Armchairs

Materials

Steel

Oxford Chair Shagreen and Bronze-Patina Brass by R&Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by ...
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Philippine Art Deco 21st Century and Contemporary Armchairs

Materials

Brass

Occasional Armchair #1
Located in Milan, IT
Where casual cool meets chic, elegant lines, the result is the occasional armchair. Seemingly familiar and yet new, the armchair features veneered ...
Category

Italian 21st Century and Contemporary Armchairs

Materials

Other

Franco Albini Tre Pezzi Armchair by Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Armchair designed by Franco Albini in 1959. Relaunched in 2009. Manufactured by Cassina in Italy. In 1952, working with Franca Helg, his long-time assistant, Franco Albini designed Tre Pezzi...
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Italian Mid-Century Modern 21st Century and Contemporary Armchairs

Materials

Metal

DOOQ Armchair in Soft Celadon Velvet and Polished Brass Odisseia
By DOOQ
Located in Lisbon, PT
Odisseia armchair embodies the aesthetic spirit of the space age, a new kind of discreet luxury and comfort inspired by a futuristic era created by new visual experiences and concept...
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Portuguese Mid-Century Modern 21st Century and Contemporary Armchairs

Materials

Brass

Brutus Armchair in Solid Walnut with Leather Seat Designed by Craig Bassam
Located in Ridgefield, CT
The BassamFellows Brutus chair has its roots in the powerful Modernist vernacular of Perriand and Jeanneret, but is softer and visually lighter. It emphas...
Category

Italian Modern 21st Century and Contemporary Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Taupe Nubuck Leather and Antique Brass Armchair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Inheritance Armchair by Stephen Kenn is as comfortable as it is unique. The design features an exposed construction composed of three elements - a steel frame, plush upholstery, ...
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American Modern 21st Century and Contemporary Armchairs

Materials

Steel

"Vigilius" Armchair Designed by Matteo Thun and Antonio Rodriguez for Driade
Located in Brooklyn, NY
"Vigilius" is an elegant armchair, designed by Matteo Thun and Antonio Rodriguez and manufactured by Driade, with ebonized beechwood legs and polyurethane foams padded wooden structu...
Category

Italian Modern 21st Century and Contemporary Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Fabric, Foam, Wood, Beech

Oxford Chair Cream Shagreen and Bronze-Patina Brass by R&Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by ...
Category

Philippine Art Deco 21st Century and Contemporary Armchairs

Materials

Brass

Pair Maitland Smith Parcel Gilt Mahogany & Swag Shield Back Cane Seat Armchairs
Located in Germantown, MD
A Pair of Maitland Smith Parcel Gilt Mahogany and Swag Shield Back with Cane Seat Armchairs with original zipped and loose seat cushions. Excellent condition. No stains.
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Indonesian Regency 21st Century and Contemporary Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Cane, Mahogany, Giltwood

Customizable Tacchini Montevideo Armchair Claesson Koivisto Rune
Located in New York, NY
Carefully designed shapes and sizes for all-round comfort: this is the guiding principle behind the Montevideo sofa. Armrests and backrest trace a soft...
Category

Italian 21st Century and Contemporary Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Fabric

Corolla 271 Green Patterned Armchair
Located in Milan, IT
The delicate shape of flower corollas inspired this splendid armchair from the Corolla series, stunning in its scalloped lower profile, which seals the contours of the enveloping sea...
Category

Italian Modern 21st Century and Contemporary Armchairs

Materials

Wood

Set of Two Vico Magistretti 905 Armchairs by Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Set of two armchairs model 905 designed by Vico Magistretti in 1964. Manufactured by Cassina in Italy. A modern chair with a cultural heritage, expression of the creative genius of Vico Magistretti who designed it in 1964. 905 is an elegant chair made of solid wood and cowhide, where design translates to practical simplicity. Produced by Cassina until 2000, this chair has now been relaunched, the finishes and details having been updated from the original archive model. The sophisticated elegance of the frame, which features cylindrical legs and curved arm-rests, has been rejuvenated thanks to Cassina’s extensive experience in handling leather, not to mention the company’s high quality carpentry skills. The complex nature of this piece is expressed in a design that looks simple but fully reflects the genius quality of the original concept, a veritable masterpiece of the crafts tradition proper to Meda, in the Brianza area north of Milan, the trademark registered by Cassina and a guarantee of utmost quality. The frame, in finest quality wood, bespeaks the perfect combination of the artisanal tradition and premier CNC technology, while the overall design stands out for the self-supporting seat crafted from one single piece of saddle leather, curved and slotted into the frame. The decorative stitching has been discontinued, while the rear of the chair still features the leather belt that lends support to the back and enhances its comfort quotient. The 905 chair features a solid wood structure with cylindrical legs and curved armrests, joined to a self-supporting cowhide seat, the quintessential expression of the time-tested experience of the Cassina joinery and saddlery. A masterpiece of complexity, this cowhide chair symbolizes the company’s talent at perfectly blending traditional artisan craftsmanship and the cutting-edge technology of latest-generation 5-axis CNC machines. Important information regarding images of products: Please note that some of the images show other colors and variations of the model, these images are only to present interior design proposals. The item that is selling is on the first image. Important information regarding color(s) of products: Actual colors may vary. This is due to the fact that every computer monitor, laptop, tablet and phone screen has a different capability to display colors and that everyone sees these colors differently. We try to edit our photos to show all of our products as life-like as possible, but please understand the actual color may vary slightly from your monitor About the designer: In 1920 Magistretti was born in Milan, the city in which he graduated in architecture in 1945, and where his professional career has spun its story ever since, chiefly in the fields of architecture, town planning and industrial design. The first recognition of his work came in 1948, when he won the Gran Premio at the 8th Triennale. After that came almost forty years of activity with other prizes and awards in recognition of Magistretti’s work in various sectors in different countries. Giving lessons and lectures in various faculties of architecture and schools of design in Italy and abroad, from Milan to New York, from Paris to London, a city to which he is particularly devoted, he has been an “Honorary Fellow” of the Royal College of Art since 1983. Furniture, lamps and other objects that he designed may be found all over the world and the most important design museums have given exhibitions in his honour and kept examples of his work in their permanent collections. Magistretti’s research has been continuous - into design, the culture of the project and innovative experimentation with materials and space solutions, not to mention shapes and functions far from the rigours of fashion that they have passed through during the years. He started designing for Cassina in 1960, and from that date on his signature is to be found on very many products. We recall in particular the Maralunga sofa of 1973 and the Nuvola Rossa...
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Italian Mid-Century Modern 21st Century and Contemporary Armchairs

Materials

Wood

Patricia Armchair by Castello Lagravinese
Located in Cascina, IT
Internal structure: Fir wood multi-ply. Cushions padding: Natural, sterilized goose feathers, memory foam. Upholstery: High quality leathers or fabrics from ulivi salotti exclus...
Category

Italian Modern 21st Century and Contemporary Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Nutwood

Charlie Armchair with Bouclé Celadon Structure and Natural Wood Feet
Located in Lisbon, PT
Like a warm embrace, Charlie armchair welcomes you to stay within and relax. An elevated homage to postmodern design that radiates through its unusual proportions and strong curves w...
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Portuguese Mid-Century Modern 21st Century and Contemporary Armchairs

Materials

Metal, Brass

Customizable Walnut Finish and Cane Lounge Chair with Leather Seat, Soho Line
Located in Miami, FL
A Soho armchair designed by Sérgio Batista for Uultis with walnut finish, gray leather seat and walnut cane back. *Please check availability prior to pur...
Category

Brazilian Modern 21st Century and Contemporary Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Cane, Upholstery, Wood

Blue Armchair PLAY in wool fabric - Contemporary Sculptural Lounge Chair
Located in Kyiv, UA
“PLAY” armchair has an unusual shape that was assembled from several geometric elements. The bagel-shaped detail serves the back of the chair. Handcrafted in Ukraine, this armchair e...
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Ukrainian Modern 21st Century and Contemporary Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Plywood

"Scarface" Armchair by Studio Glustin
Located in Saint-Ouen (PARIS), FR
"Scarface" armchair with brass base, upholstered with a bouclette fabric. Creation by Studio Glustin. Pair available right now.
Category

French Mid-Century Modern 21st Century and Contemporary Armchairs

Materials

Brass

Indoor Noodle Easy Armchair by Kenneth Cobonpue
Located in Geneve, CH
Indoor noodle armchair by Kenneth Cobonpue. Materials: Rattan, nylon, stainless steel, steel. Also available in other colors and for outdoors. Dimensions: 83.5 cm x 82 cm x H 72c...
Category

Philippine Modern 21st Century and Contemporary Armchairs

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Pink Marika Armchair by Studio Christinekalia
Located in Geneve, CH
Pink marika armchair by Studio Christinekalia Dimensions: W 66 x D 72 x H 81 cm (seat height 45 cm). Materials: Wood, metal, macro plush fabric. T...
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Cypriot Post-Modern 21st Century and Contemporary Armchairs

Materials

Metal

Classic Blue Velvet Armchair
Located in Westwood, NJ
The rich deep blue velvet blends perfectly with the polished finish to the legs and the brass nailhead trim details. Dimensions: 30" W x 26" D x 34" H Seat - 19" H Arm - 25" H
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Asian American Classical 21st Century and Contemporary Armchairs

Materials

Velvet

Ghidini 1961 Tarantino Armchair in Green Cord Fabric with Brass by L. Bozzoli
Located in Villa Carcina, IT
Soft and welcoming, this sofa is inspired by the 1970s; a decade that changed our culture forever through freedom and self-discovery. The Sofa invites you to a world of fantasy where...
Category

Italian Modern 21st Century and Contemporary Armchairs

Materials

Fabric

Customizable Gebruder S 64 Cantilever Armchair by Marcel Breuer
Located in New York, NY
Among the tubular steel furniture models, the cantilever chair S 64 is especially versatile. It is at home in various design worlds and fits in wi...
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German 21st Century and Contemporary Armchairs

Materials

Chrome

MW02 armchair in Bauhaus style with vegan leather seat in brown, by MW designer
Located in Beaumont-Louestault, FR
Elevating furniture design to an artistic level, the MW02 armchair enhances and transforms any space it occupies. Its tempered glass panels, extremely resistant, are meticulously sig...
Category

French Bauhaus 21st Century and Contemporary Armchairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Python Throne
Located in Paris, FR
Throne python with structure in solid beech wood, covered with real python skin. Back with real python tail skin and genuine leather. With two real Aries horns, two real zebu horn...
Category

French 21st Century and Contemporary Armchairs

Materials

Bronze

Python Throne
Python Throne
$66,095 Sale Price
20% Off
Handcrafted Classic Contemporary Chair Dark Brown Leather & Black Rubber Metal
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
The “Repose” contemporary armchair belongs to a collection that revisit the director chair collection, serene pieces where exclusivity and precision are shown in small details such a...
Category

Spanish Modern 21st Century and Contemporary Armchairs

Materials

Steel

"Harry" Pair of Armchairs by Stephane Ducatteau, France, 2015
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Harry, pair of armchairs, geometrical design, in oxidized steel and black patina, by Stéphane Ducatteau, 2015. This line is an exclusive creation for our gallery. Each piece is signe...
Category

French 21st Century and Contemporary Armchairs

Materials

Steel

Outdoor Dining Armchair in Solid Iroko Taupe Water- Repellent Fabric by CDW-IVAR
Located in Miami, FL
The Ivar Armchair by Contemporary Design Works is a refined fusion of elegance, craftsmanship, and ergonomic comfort designed to elevate contemporary outdoor living. Handcrafted in B...
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Turkish Modern 21st Century and Contemporary Armchairs

Materials

Teak

Green Gardenias Armchair with Pergola, Outdoor by Jaime Hayon
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
The Gardenias collection is the second largest collection by Jaime Hayon for BD. Structure made of cast and extruded aluminium. Powder-coated green (RAL 6021) with Alesta by Axalta....
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Spanish Modern 21st Century and Contemporary Armchairs

Materials

Aluminum

Webbing Outdoor Armchair in Solid Teak with Outdoor Fabric
Located in Paris, FR
Armchair Webbing outdoor with structure in solid natural teak wood. Upholstered and covered with special outdoor fabric in light grey finish. Treated...
Category

Italian 21st Century and Contemporary Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Teak

A Pair of Elegant Armchairs, Upholstered in Pure Alpaca
Located in LEWES, GB
A superb pair of modern angular club armchairs. High quality handmade beech frames and sprung seats. Newly upholstered in a premium brown / grey, soft, pure alpaca wool fabric. Fas...
Category

British Art Deco 21st Century and Contemporary Armchairs

Materials

Alpaca, Beech

Tropicalia Jungle armchairs by Patricia Urquiola for Moroso
Located in Torino, IT
Tropicalia armchairs by Patricia Urquiola. Four small armchairs from the Tropicalia series designed by Patricia Urquiola for Moroso. The small armchair features a tubular steel fra...
Category

European 21st Century and Contemporary Armchairs

Materials

Steel

Pierre Jeanneret 051 Capitol Complex Office Chair with Cushion by Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Chair designed by Pierre Jeanneret circa 1950, relaunched in 2019. Manufactured by Cassina in Italy. This chair is one of the most recognizable in Chandigarh’s Capitol Complex, foun...
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Italian Mid-Century Modern 21st Century and Contemporary Armchairs

Materials

Cane, Wood

Set of Four Pierre Jeanneret 051 Capitol Complex Office Chair by Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Chair designed by Pierre Jeanneret circa 1950, relaunched in 2019. Manufactured by Cassina in Italy. This chair is one of the most recognisable in Chandigarh’s Capitol Complex, f...
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Italian Mid-Century Modern 21st Century and Contemporary Armchairs

Materials

Cane, Wood

The Tree Armchair. Solid Wood from Fallen Trees Design by Amilcar Oliveira
Located in São Paulo, SP
The Árvore armchair was born from the desire to use wood from trees that fell naturally due to the passage of time and/or weather conditions. Its design is intentionally crafted to s...
Category

Brazilian Modern 21st Century and Contemporary Armchairs

Materials

Wood, Pine, Reclaimed Wood

Pair of Green Wool Shell Club Chairs, by Vintola Studio, Europe, Poland
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Springy, very comfortable and stabile club seats. They are contemporary chairs inspired of 1960s style. They can be used as armchairs and dining chairs. Chair was designed by Vint...
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Polish Mid-Century Modern 21st Century and Contemporary Armchairs

Materials

Bouclé, Velvet, Beech

Pair of Charming Armchairs, Upholstered in Pure Alpaca
Located in LEWES, GB
A pair of modern round arm lounge chairs / arm chairs, with beech frames and sprung seats, upholstered in a premium, soft, pure alpaca wool fabric. Fast shipping worldwide.
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British Scandinavian Modern 21st Century and Contemporary Armchairs

Materials

Alpaca, Beech

21st Century Modern Rotating Armchair In Thick Hide Leather
Located in Milan, IT
Endo is a rotating armchair made of thick cow-hide leather, featuring sober lines and rich surfaces. The internal structure is made of steel tubes over which the cow-hide panels are ...
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Italian Modern 21st Century and Contemporary Armchairs

Materials

Steel

ST776 - Armchair
Located in Ponsacco, IT
This armchair is a refined piece of luxury furniture that blends elegance with comfort. It is characterized by its sleek and modern design, featuring a shell that is upholstered in a...
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Italian Modern 21st Century and Contemporary Armchairs

Materials

Fabric

ST776 - Armchair
ST776 - Armchair
$4,462 / item
Mid-Century Modern Tippi Armchair Wood Made in Portugal by Ottiu
Located in RIO TINTO, PT
The beautiful 50s Hollywood actress Tippi Hedren is the best definition of sophistication, self-assurance and cool-blonde style. Like Hedren, the Tippi Mid-Century Modern Armchair gi...
Category

Portuguese 21st Century and Contemporary Armchairs

Materials

Wood, Bouclé

Cedar High Throne
Located in Paris, FR
Throne Cedar high made with natural raw cedar wood, hand carved from a death cedar tree trunk, hand- polished and naturally treated to have the cedar essence smell. Exceptional an...
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French 21st Century and Contemporary Armchairs

Materials

Cedar

Blue Grey Carbon Steel Chippensteel 0.5 Sculptural Chair by Zieta
Located in Geneve, CH
Blue Grey Carbon Steel Chippensteel 0.5 Sculptural Chair by Zieta Dimensions: D 58 x W 46 x H 80 cm Material: Carbon Steel. Finish: Powder-coated. Matt finish. Also available in c...
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Polish Organic Modern 21st Century and Contemporary Armchairs

Materials

Steel

Louis XVI Style Bergère
Located in Westwood, NJ
Inspired by an 18th-century original, this finely carved fauteuil features a paper twist carved arched top rail and gently downswept padded arms terminating in intricate scrolls. The...
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American Louis XVI 21st Century and Contemporary Armchairs

Materials

Wood

Espécie Armchair - 2024, Cumaru Wood - by Zanini de Zanine
Located in Belo Horizonte, BR
The Espécie Armchair by Zanini de Zanine is crafted from solid Cumaru wood, seamlessly blending modern design with traditional craftsmanship. This chair comes in two versions: one w...
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Brazilian Modern 21st Century and Contemporary Armchairs

Materials

Wood

Kasba Armchair by Andrea Bonini
Located in Geneve, CH
Kasba Armachair by Andrea Bonini Limited Edition Dimensions: D 85 x W 120 x H 72 cm. Materials: Velvet Fabric. Made in Italy. Limited series, numbered a...
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Italian Modern 21st Century and Contemporary Armchairs

Materials

Other

Senzafine Seat Armchair in Polyurethane Black by Gaetano Pesce
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Colourful tangles giving life to a geometric and dynamic seating. A series of joyfully inconsistent seats, a manifesto of Meritalia’s pop-modern identity. Senzafine - Italian for “e...
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Italian 21st Century and Contemporary Armchairs

Materials

Plastic

21st Century Swivel Charisse Armchair Cotton Velvet Made in Portugal by Ottiu
Located in RIO TINTO, PT
Cyd Charisse inspired Ottiu to create this soft yet imposing Mid-Century Modern armchair. This woman wasn’t only an American actress but also an outstandi...
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Portuguese 21st Century and Contemporary Armchairs

Materials

Cotton, Velvet, Pine

Gerrit Thomas Rietveld Utrech Armchair by Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Armchair designed by Gerrit Thomas Rietveld in 1935. Relaunched in 2015. Manufactured by Cassina in Italy. Gerrit T. Rietveld came up with the design for the Utrecht armchair in ...
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Italian Mid-Century Modern 21st Century and Contemporary Armchairs

Materials

Fabric

In Stock Pratfall Armchair Mahogany/Leather Black by Driade
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Driade reissues the lounge chair designed by Philipe Starck in 1984 as part of the famous and iconic Costes series from which it takes its unmistakable characteristics: an enveloping...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Armchairs

Materials

Steel

Pierre Jeanneret 051 Capitol Complex Office Chair with Cushion by Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Chair designed by Pierre Jeanneret circa 1950, relaunched in 2019. Manufactured by Cassina in Italy. This chair is one of the most recognizable in Chandigarh’s Capitol Complex, f...
Category

Italian Mid-Century Modern 21st Century and Contemporary Armchairs

Materials

Cane, Wood

Pair of Lounge Chairs, Upholstered in Sand Pure Alpaca
Located in LEWES, GB
A superb pair of modern round arm armchairs. Handmade beech frames, sprung seat and newly upholstered in a premium, beige / sand, soft, pure alpaca wool fabric with solid oak feet. F...
Category

British Scandinavian Modern 21st Century and Contemporary Armchairs

Materials

Alpaca, Beech, Oak

Modern Upholstered Wingback Chair
Located in Westwood, NJ
A classic form with bold contours and refined craftsmanship. Shown in a luxurious and supple Windham leather, it features a dramatic cartouche-shaped back with sculptural curves and ...
Category

American Mid-Century Modern 21st Century and Contemporary Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Fabric, Wood

Karu Lounge Chairs in Sheepskin by Dagmar
Located in London, England
A pair of reproduction armchairs in the 1940s Danish modern style. The Karu chair is a contemporary update of a classic design first produced i...
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Swedish Scandinavian Modern 21st Century and Contemporary Armchairs

Materials

Sheepskin, Beech, Oak, Walnut

Shell Green Boucle Club Chair, by Vintola Studio, Europe, Poland
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Springy, very comfortable and stabile club seats. They are contemporary chairs inspired of 1960s style. They can be used as armchairs and dining chairs. Chair was designed by Vint...
Category

Polish Mid-Century Modern 21st Century and Contemporary Armchairs

Materials

Bouclé, Velvet, Beech

Black Leather Armchair
Located in Milan, IT
Dynamic lines and streamlined proportions characterize this exceptional armchair that will add modern flair and create a luxurious ambiance in a monochromatic, modern living room. Marked by a geometric silhouette with straight armrests and back, this armchair is entirely upholstered in black leather...
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Italian 21st Century and Contemporary Armchairs

Materials

Metal

Gerrit Rietveld Zeilmaker Version of Black Red and Blue Chair by Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Chair designed by Gerrit Rietveld in 1920. Relaunched in 2015. Manufactured by Cassina in Italy. One of the versions of the iconic model dated 1918. The structure is in black-stained beechwood with white contrasting parts. Seat and back in green lacquered multiplywood. The black red and blue (Zeilmaker version) born from Rietveld’s chromatic experimentation While researching the origins of the red and blue model in collaboration with the Rietveld heirs, it emerged that the key idea of the first prototypes was based on the concept of spatial organization expressed through the monochrome tones of its elements. The first version was in fact produced in 1918 in completely unpainted wood.   In the following years Rietveld proposed various examples, either monochrome or painted in different colors, depending on the requirements of his customers and the interiors for which the chairs were intended. As such, it comes as no surprise to find this 1920s version, presented as part of Cassina’s MutAzioni selection, created for the school teacher Wicher Zeilmaker with a black frame with white ends and a dark green painted seat and backrest.  It was Rietveld’s ever-increasing involvement in the De Stijl movement that led him to also use primary colors on this model in 1923, and as such the chair became a veritable manifesto for the emerging neoplastic movement. Initially dubbed slat chair, Rietveld only gave it the name red and blue in the 1950s following its chromatic evolution. The various owners of the different examples used the chair as an abstract-realist sculpture in their interiors and, in some cases, as a simple tool for sitting on, adding cushions to make it more comfortable, just like Cassina offers for the black red and blue today. Important information regarding images of products: Please note that some of the images show other colors and variations of the model, these images are only to present interior design proposals. The item that is selling is on the first image. Important information regarding color(s) of products: Actual colors may vary. This is due to the fact that every computer monitor, laptop, tablet and phone screen has a different capability to display colors and that everyone sees these colors differently. We try to edit our photos to show all of our products as life-like as possible, but please understand the actual color may vary slightly from your monitor About the designer: Gerrit Thomas Rietveld, born in Utrecht on 24 June 1888, seems possessed of two personalities, each so distinct that one might take his work to be that of more than one artist. The first personality is that seen in the craftsman cabinet-maker working in a primordial idiom, re-inventing chairs and other furniture as if no one had ever built them before him and following a structural code all of his own; the second is that of the architect working with elegant formulas, determined to drive home the rationalist and neoplastic message in the context of European architecture. The two activities alternate, overlap, and fuse in a perfect osmosis unfolding then into a logical sequence. In 1918 Rietveld joined the “De Stijl” movement which had sprung up around the review of that name founded the year before by Theo van Doesburg. The group assimilated and translated into ideology certain laws on the dynamic breakdown of compositions (carrying them to an extreme) that had already been expressed in painting by the cubists: the “De Stijl” artists also carefully studied the architectonic lesson taught by the great Frank Lloyd Wright, whose influence was widely felt in Europe at that time. Collaborating first with Robert van’t Hoff and Vilmos Huszar, then with Theo van Doesburg and Cornelius van Eesteren, Rietveld soon became one of the most distinguished interpreters of the neoplastic message. Among his most important works are: the Schröder house at Utrecht (1924); the “Row Houses” at Utrecht (1931-1934); the Dutch pavilion at the Venice Biennial (1954); the sculpture pavilion in the Rijksmuseum Kröller-Müller at Otterloo and the Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam (1955). Out of his equally important furniture, Cassina has chosen for its own production: the “Red and Blue” (1918), the “Zig-Zag” (1934), the “Schröder 1...
Category

Italian Mid-Century Modern 21st Century and Contemporary Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

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