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1950s, Pair of Stools by La Permanente Mobili Cantù , Ico Parisi attributable

$4,088.70per set
£2,976.12per set
€3,400per set
CA$5,565.14per set
A$6,224.95per set
CHF 3,239.50per set
MX$76,631.31per set
NOK 41,213.19per set
SEK 38,666.10per set
DKK 25,874.74per set
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Pair of Mid-Century Modern stools, produced in the 1950s by La Permanente Mobili Cantù, as confirmed by the original transparent label with the signature joint symbol. The structure is crafted from solid walnut, with slightly splayed tapered legs — a hallmark of modern Italian design. The seats are padded and upholstered in original period gobelin fabric featuring a bucolic pastoral scene, adding a warm decorative touch to the minimalist frame. Modern use This pair of stools is highly versatile and fits seamlessly into contemporary interiors: -as decorative seating in an entryway or corridor, -as vanity stools or occasional seating in a bedroom, -ideal next to a piano or as extra seating in an eclectic or modernist living room, -a perfect accent in boutique hotels, design studios or stylish retail spaces. Why buy them ✅ Authenticity: Produced by one of the most respected Italian design cooperatives of the postwar period, La Permanente Mobili Cantù. ✅ Timeless design: The pure, functional lines and artisanal quality make these pieces relevant and stylish today. ✅ Collectible value: Sought-after by collectors and connoisseurs of Italian mid-century design. ✅ Decorative impact: Compact in size yet rich in presence, these stools can transform a space with their understated elegance and genuine patina. Measures cm: H 45, W 47, D 34.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 17.72 in (45 cm)Width: 18.51 in (47 cm)Depth: 13.39 in (34 cm)Seat Height: 15.75 in (40 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Style:
    Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1950s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Vigonza, IT
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: FU071stDibs: LU249538222713

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