1950s Seating

Beautiful Hollywood Regency gilt wrought iron and steel curule 3-seater Long Bench made in the late 1950, from Italy. Semi circled tubular steel legs...

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...

Charming and very elegant Classic Danish highback lounge chair in the style of Peter Hvidt and Orla Molgaard. Made around early 1950's. Simple yet very refined design lines and very ...

Set of six Catilina chairs with frame in painted steel, seat top in multi-layered wood, and upholstery-shaped polyurethane cushions covered with red fabric. This iconic seat was designed by Luigi Caccia Dominioni, and produced by Azucena since 1958. Luigi Caccia Dominioni firstly presents this seat at the XI Triennale in Milan in 1957 and from this moment Catilina became one of Luigi Caccia Dominioni’s classics. Caccia Dominioni created a new chair and also defined how to sit in it. Catilina is not designed for relaxation and letting go but for thoughtfulness and elegance. You could almost be transported back to ancient Rome ensconced in the seat of the Roman senator, Lucio Sergio Catilina, after whom the chair is named. In turn, the chair harks back to medieval thrones...

Beautiful pair of slipper lounge chairs, model WMB, timeless and elegant design by the renowned architect and furniture designer T. H. Robsjohn-Gibbings. This model is perhaps the mo...

Katavolos, Kelley, and Littell, chair, black steel, enamelled steel and original cognac leather, United States, c. 1950. A set of three-legged iconic mid-century modern leather chai...

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...

In this listing you will find three Bauhaus Leather Dining Chairs designed and manufactured by DalVera in the style of Charlotte Perriand. The chairs feature black tubular frame and ...

Rare pair of easy chairs model PK-22 designed by Poul Kjærholm. Produced by E. Kold Christensen in Denmark.

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...

This lounge chair exudes quality and personality from all angles. The basic Scandinavian furniture design principles are all present - as this model is functional, simple at its core...

Mid-century Italian armchair in green velvet with wooden feet Gio Pont Style 1950s high back

Osvaldo Borsani - D70 Sofa & Daybed 1954 by Tecno, Italy The fully reversible cult sofa with movable wings.. This sofa / Daybed is a unique object distinguished by the special mecha...

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

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...

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 rare black-lacquered tubular steel and rattan lounge chair designed by Grete Jalk in 1952 and produced by Laurids Lønborg, Denmark, 1950s. Missmatched caps on front lets, one in r...

Movable work stool from Ritter AG, Germany. This standing aid was often used in the medical sector. The stool is height-adjustable at 2-centimetre intervals. Thanks to the swinging s...

Lovely Victorian style slipper vanity chair upholstered in high end George Smith Gollut fabric. Sheath depth 15 Note: We have a storage ottoman upholstered in same fabric that would...

Gio Ponti Leggera Chairs Set of Ten for Cassina Model 699 Italy, 1952 This set includes ten Leggera chairs designed by Gio Ponti for Cassina. The c...

Striking and rarely seen pair of James Mont style low lounge chairs with sculpted Geek Key arms and backs on splayed legs. Black lacquer frames to be refinished prior to shipping, cu...

Two-seater sofa in wrought iron and brown velvet seat produced by Casa e Giardino 1950s, it is possible to purchase the set with the two related chairs and the complete set with cent...

Set of Eight Italian Mid Century Dining Chairs, designed by Carlo de Carli for Singer and Sons, Italy, circa 1950s. These chairs were refinished in an ivory color lacquer and reuphol...

This is an ejection seat from a Boeing B-52 that is set up for training. The tag on the seat indicates that it was the Bombardier's seat, which is a downward ejecting seat located on...

Wharton Esherick, stool, cottonwood, hickory, United States, 1954 This beautiful three-legged stool is a striking example of American designer Wharton Esherick’s oeuvre. The resurge...

Fabulous set of 4 original Sculptura chairs, 2 arm, 2 side in white paint. Molded mesh which conforms to the body. In excellent vintage condition with minimal wear and lots of coatin...

Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and precision. With over 17 years of artisanal exper...

Pair of easy chairs with teak paws and legs. Designed and produced in Denmark in the 1950s. Restored with new sheepskin.

Charles and Ray Eames aluminum group side chair, EA330 office conference chair in dark olive green upholstery, five-star base, adjust t...

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...

1950's mid-century modern French walnut side chairs with mohair upholstery, newly re-upholstered Mohair fabric, with minor wear and patina due to age and use.

Set of 12 black-stained ash wood chairs with hand-woven rattan cane, designed by Gio Ponti, model 646 Leggera, in 1951 and manufactured by Figli di Amedeo Cassina during the late 195...

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...

1950s, Danish relax armchair. Green furniture velour fabric, ash wood legs, springs in the seat and back. The chair was reupholstered by craftsman about 15-15 years ago. Good conditi...

Refined pair of midcentury Italian bar stools with structure in wood and brass, coming from an important villa on como lake. The brass ...

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...

Set of Six 1950s Iron and Oak Dining Chairs. Four Side and Two Arm chairs. Black painted iron frames with solid oak backs. Seats have been recovered. Arm chairs are 25.25 wide and...

Mid-Century Sculptural Brutalist Swedish Stump Chair in Solid Pine. Handcrafted in Sweden. Great warm patina. Honorable mentions in similar sty...

Modernist daybed with adjustable headrest by Dieter Waeckerlin for Idealheim Basel, Switzerland 1957. The frame is solid beech and painted steel, a heavy and high quality piece wit...

A tripod stool, Modernist, Brutalist, Rustic Modern, Popular Art, in solid wood cut with a beautiful hollow geometric decoration on the edges of the seat, artisan work, to be attribu...

A stylish and extremely well made pair of Danish vintage armchairs in birch wood. They were recently imported from Denmark, they date from the 1950-60’s. They are of amazing quality...

A wonderful pair of chairs with accompanying ottoman by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Features a generous and comfortable seat, button back, and solid brass tapered legs. Rare to find s...

An adorable, rare child's rocking chair by Cooey of Brighton. Produced in the 1950s in Ontario, Canada. Both the polished chrome frame and printed vinyl upholstery are in remarkable...

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...

Set of 4 Dining Chairs by Oswald Haerdtl for Thonet / TON, 1950s Czechoslovakia This elegant set of four dining chairs was designed by Austrian architect Oswald Haerdtl and produced...

Beautiful vintage Danish modern "Ølholm" stool with floating seat in woven cane. An iconic and rare piece of Danish design from the 1950s. Great condition.

Edward Barnsley for the Rural Industries Bureau. A set of six oak Arts & Crafts style dining chairs with chamfered details to the backs and carved Acorns to the legs with leather dro...

Pair of fabric armchairs with brass legs by Ico Parisi and manufactured by Isa Bergamo. This pair of Italian armchairs exemplifies the finest stylistic research of the 1950s. The de...

Carlo di Carli design side chair made out of cherrywood and newly refinished and upholstered in Navy velvet.

Rare fold-up Arielle daybed by Wim Rietveld for Auping, 1953. The Arielle arrived shortly after Rietveld's "Cleopatra" daybed. A sturdy truss construction was used to create a light ...

A cast iron, dark-stained maple and white fabric sofa designed by Maurizio Tempestini and produced by Salterini, USA, c. 1950s. Seat height 15”.

Armchair, velvet, beech, brass, Europe, 1950s Elegant armchair in a soft pink velvet upholstery. A beech frame with armrests holds the seat and backrest that is highlighted with ver...

Magnificent pair of original Italian armchairs reupholstered in off-white velvet with metal feet and Bakelite tips. Made in Italy in the 1950s in the style of Gigi Radice, 1950s. Completely refurbished with quality material and re-upholstered with soft easy-clean velvet in off white. The easy-care velvet is of latest collection and washable. The metal feet are varnished with golden antique...

A very cool matching pair of Danish slipper or cocktail chairs from the 1950s. Very comfortable and light weight and thus easy to move around when the situation and guests require ex...

1950's Fischel French Ox Back Dining Chairs - Good Quantity Available. Fischel was founded in 1871 by Czech born David Gabriel Fischel, a successful vegetable oil merchant, using t...

A 1950s Italian three-seat sofa characterized by gracefully curved lines and plush down-filled cushions. The elegant silhouette is upholstered in beautiful warm chestnut brown mohair...

Very Classic and ultra cool Danish three-seat sofa epitomizing the 1950s and reminiscent of Kurt Olsen's design style. Built on a sturdy beech wood frame and raised on solid teak leg...

Pair Of Italian Modern Sculptural Lounge Chairs Attributed To Paolo Buffa. This unusual pair of Italian Brutalist style mid cen...

Ejner Larsen and Aksel Bender-Madsen a set of six dining chairs with hardwood frame and with round tapered legs. Seat and back upholstered in wool fabric. Designed in 1955, made by ...

Hans J. Wegner CH-33 teak side chair for Carl Hansen & Søn Designer Hans J. Wegner. ______________________________________________________________ Trans...