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Italian Mid-Century Modern Upholstered Lounge Chairs, Italy 1950s
$12,500per set
£9,556.92per set
€11,007.64per set
CA$17,516.33per set
A$19,555.34per set
CHF 10,246.70per set
MX$239,376.53per set
NOK 130,133.23per set
SEK 122,699.12per set
DKK 82,151.12per set
About the Item
These individualistic chairs possess a playful and stylish look that Italian Modern furniture is beloved and coveted for. Defined by the stylish silhouette of the design covered in a characteristic, geometric patterned fabric, perfect execution, and exclusivity, this pair is the definition of an accent piece.
Italian mid-century furniture and interior designers are known as masters of elegantly organic forms. Seating models - including these lounge chairs - were created to highlight the spirit of rebirth of post-war furniture design characterized by clean lines and a free spirit. This delightfully eccentric pair is quite understated and well measured in its design, featuring a combination of round, shell-like bodies and slender, tapered wood legs. The rotund bodies embrace the sitter comfortably with their sloping armrests, which creates a cosy feel and look. The seat cushions are nested into the chairs, therefore they follow the smooth and unitary aesthetic. The simple but effective shape is also in support of the eccentric upholstery that cleverly enhances the round forms with the geometric pattern in black and white. The chairs are mounted on tapered wood legs thanks to which they appear light and spacious despite their sizeable bodies. The stained dark colour stands out beautifully against the upholstery and emphasize the slim shape. While the unique fabric grabs the attention, establishing the chairs’ unique look, it also serves its functional role by providing great sitting comfort.
Though many mid-century Italian designers may not have the name recognition as some of their Scandinavian counterparts, they were integral to developing a modern aesthetic in Europe. The appreciation for their contribution is still growing today making outstanding Italian pieces like these chairs highly sought after.
Condition:
In good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use. The chairs have been reupholstered recently in premium patterned 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:
33.85 in W x 32.48 in D x 33.66 in H; Seat height 15.35 in; Arm height 23.22 in
86 cm W x 82.5 cm D x 85.5 cm H; Seat height 39 cm, Arm height 59 cm
- Dimensions:Height: 33.67 in (85.5 cm)Width: 33.86 in (86 cm)Depth: 32.49 in (82.5 cm)Seat Height: 15.36 in (39 cm)
- Sold As:Set of 2
- Style:Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:1950s
- Condition:Reupholstered. Wear consistent with age and use. The chairs have been reupholstered recently in premium patterned 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.
- Seller Location:Utrecht, NL
- Reference Number:Seller: 202315841stDibs: LU2947335270402
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By Paolo Buffa
Located in Utrecht, NL
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
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