Pair Italian Early Modern / Brutalist Lacquered Wood Armchairs / Lounge Chairs

Pair of Italian Mid-Century Modern neoclassical lounge chairs or club chairs featuring a Classic X-form or Curile form frame structure with leather seats and backrests.

A complimentary set of sober, restrained French 1930s Lounge Chairs / throne chairs; the larger King chair set on four separate legs with a high back and the Queen chair set on arc base. Each lounge chair is comfortable and skai studded. A similar pair is photographed in "Splendorous Spanish...

A Rare and Important Pair of French MId-Century Modern Neoclassical Armchairs / Lounge chairs by Maison Jansen, Paris, circa 1940. These elegant chairs express the heart of Maison Jansen furniture, they are handmade of the finest materials and completely hand carved just as they were in the 18th Century. These elegant Neoclassical forms reflect the dignity of the past and and express the sobriety of the present. The legs are carved with saber legs in the rear and elegantly tapered legs in the front. The arm structures are gently curving and extend naturally all the way to the feet giving a sense of unlimited fluidity and movement. The back rails gently slope extending the continuous sense of line of the pieces. The lines are modern and sober throughout. The backrests are in a Curile form with an X form united by a circle centered with circular brass medallions adding a dynamic and distinctive finishing touches. The cross form and the circle form are ancient symbols relating earth and sky, masculine and feminine. Finally, the cushions are hand fitted around the leg structure allowing the chairs to breathe and to show off their architecture. And, the patina is hand finished in dark walnut. These Jansen Chairs are masterpieces of design and emblems of our history. They echo the greatness of one the world's leading design companies over a 100 year span., Documentation: An exact model of these chairs is pictured in Jansen Furniture, James Archer Abbott, Acanthus Press, New York, 2007, p. 12. See last photo. Tom Thomas Gallery / Thomas Gallery Ltd...

Elegant pair of Italian Mid-Century Modern armchairs attributed to Gianfranco Frattini. The chairs are stylish and comfortable and feature elements of modern architecture. The frame ...

A rare and inportant pair of the 'Tripolina' folding chairs designed by Joseph B. Fenby. Tripolina folding chairs present a wooden frame with metal fixings and a beautiful removable seat realized in high-quality leather. These lounge chairs are designed for practicality and remarkable comfort while reflecting casual elegance. They also strike an important design statement that references the history of furniture as they were among the first folding chairs. These design icons were manufactured by the Italian Viganò company during the 1930s and are in completely original condition with a beautiful patina. They are stamped "Brevettato" on frames; the leather seats have been replaced. The original “Tripolina” chair was invented by the Englishman Joseph Beverley Fenby. It was patented in the United Kingdom in 1877 and in the United States in 1881. It was used in military campaigns, where it was ideal because it was designed to fold up compactly — while still being comfortable and stable. It was manufactured by Fenby’s own company in the UK and shortly after in Wisconsin, USA. Later, it was manufactured by the Italian Viganò company in Tripoli, Libya.. Used by ordinary people and presidents alike, it’s been an extraordinarily versatile chair for nearly 150 years. This first folding chair from the late 19th century, 1881. It inspired a lot of midcentury modern designers, of which the best known example is the 'Butterfly chair' by Antonio Bonet, Juan Kurchan and Jorge Ferrari Hardoy. However, these later adaptions do not match the elaborate folding wood construction, style and deep comfort of the original "Tripolina" chair. Literature: Domus n. 97, January 1936; I. de Guttry, M. P. Maino, Il mobile déco italiano, p. 56, Laterza, 1988.. Additional References: Military and campaign furniture, Napoleon, Folding and portable...

Rare, unique pair of Italian early modernist armchairs attributed to Giacomo Balla. The chairs integrate futurist aesthetics with Arts & Crafts style. The pieces utilize typical A...

This stylish pair of Italian modern lounge chairs feature sculpted frames with vintage upholstery and unique tapered brass legs. Two-tone fabric adds to the stylish lines of this Gio...

This gorgeous pair of Italian style lounge chairs are the height of comfort. These chairs feature wide and thick seat cushions for a delightful sitting experience. The chairs have wi...

A stunning pair of vintage modern Italian lounge chairs with sculpted armrests and angled back legs. The sleek design ensures maximum comfort without sacrificing style. Please confir...

This stunning Mid-Century Modern armchair has the ability to recline, offering extreme comfort in any seating arrangement. The plush off-white velour upholstery covers two overstuffe...

This vintage pair of Arredamenti ISA armchairs feature dramatic sculptural frames, tapered brass legs, and plush suede-like upholstery. This exquisite pair of Italian modern lounge c...

This unique pair of vintage vinyl lounge chairs feature wide upholstered seats with unique sculpted armrests. Vintage vinyl with brass studs...