Vintage chairs with brass feet, Italy 1950s, set of 2

Set of 4 1960s chairs in rosewood and velvet of Italian manufacture. These chairs, refined and in virtually perfect condition, have a simple and elegant form but at the same time ric...

Fine Italian-made bar cabinet, 1940s. Made in the style of Osvaldo Borsani and Vittorio Dassi, this masterpiece best represents the quality of Italian craftsmanship. Expertly veneere...

Pair of 1950s club chairs in burgundy velvet attributable to Guglielmo Ulrich. Elegant in form and comfortable in seating, they are perfect for adding a touch of class and bourgeois ...

Refined 1950s table attributable to Ico Parisi, made in Italy, in the historic Brianza district. The details of this table make all the difference: starting with the sophisticated eb...

Italian Designer Pair of Armchairs in Green Moss Velvet with Brass Feet and Purple Piping, 1950s A superb pair of Italian armchairs manufactured in the style of Carlo de Carli. The ...

Pair of 1950s Italian Framar Armchairs , restored with soft red velvet jam , metal and brass feet.

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...

Zanuso Senior armchair midcentury Italian design wool fabric 1950s brass feet.