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Exceptional Giuseppe Amedeo Gori High Back Armchair, Lenzi, Italy, 1950s
By La Maison Pierre Frey, G. Gori, Lenzi
Located in The Hague, NL
Italy in the late 1950s.
The striking design is characterized by its high back, sculptural lines, and
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Metal, Brass, Steel
Authentic two tone Italian Armchair from the 1950s
Located in Wolfurt, AT
Authentic Italian armchair from the 1950s.
new upholstery with fabric by Kvadrat (Harald 2-black
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
$3,031 Sale Price
20% Off
Italian Modern Upholstered Armchair, Carlo di Carli, 1950s
Located in Queens, NY
Italian Modern Upholstered Armchair, Carlo di Carli, 1950s
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric
Red Eberto Carboni Delfino Armchairs, Italy 1950s
By Eberto Carboni
Located in New York, NY
Exceptional first-generation pair of “Delfino” chairs for Arflex. never seen in their unrestored state with all original factory wool felt fabric with no fading. the foam is dried ou...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Metal, Brass
Italian Ico Parisi Style 1950s Pink Cushioned Armchair
By Gio Ponti, Ico Parisi
Located in Varese, Lombardia
This beautiful cushioned armchair was design and produced in the 1950s. Its shape, style and
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Set of Three Velvet Armchair, Melchiorre Bega Attributed, Italy, 1950s
By Melchiorre Bega
Located in Wolfurt, AT
This set of three Italian armchairs was designed in the 1950s. The design is by Melchiorre Bega
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Italian Bouclè Curved Armchair, 1950s
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Armchair with curved backrest and rounded shape, Italian design from the 50s. The armchair has been
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Bouclé, Beech
Midcentury Italian Armchair by Gio Ponti for Casa e Giardino, 1950s
By Gio Ponti
Located in Chicago, IL
Midcentury Italian armchair by Gio Ponti for Casa e Giardino, 1950s. Elegant, curved upholstered
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Wool, Upholstery, Wood
Italian mid-century modern armchairs in light blue and wood, 1950s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian mid-century modern armchairs in light blue and wood, 1950s
Pair of armchairs with square
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Vintage 1950s Italian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Pair of Italian Armchairs, Ico Parisi Style, 1950s
By Ico Parisi
Located in Palermo, PA
Pair of Italian armchairs, Ico Parisi style, 1950s.
Dimensions: H= 69 cm; W=87 cm; D= 72 cm
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Wood
Mid-Century Modern Italian Bouclé Small Armchair, 1950s
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Mid-Century Modern small armchair, Italian production in the 1950s, completely restored and
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Bouclé, Beech
Mid-Century Modern Italian Bouclé Small Armchair, 1950s
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Small Mid-Century Modern armchair, Italian production from the 1950s, completely restored and
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Bouclé, Beech
Elegant Italian Desk Chair/Armchair from the 1950s
By Gastone Rinaldi
Located in Rome, IT
Introducing a captivating Italian desk chair from the 1950s, embodying a blend of functionality and
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Brass, Other, Iron
Unique Armchair in Lightly Lacquered Wood and Green Velvet, Italy 1950s
By Carlo di Carli
Located in Milan, IT
Unique Armchair in Lightly Lacquered Wood and Green Velvet, Italy 1950s
Attributed to Carlo De
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Mid-Century Armchairs in Fabric and Tapered wooden Legs, Italy 1950s
By Ico Parisi, Ariberto Colombo
Located in Almelo, NL
Ico Parisi (attributed) armchairs in fabric and tapered wooden legs, Italy 1950s
Ico and Luisa
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Beech
Lovely Mid-Century Modern Green Italian Wood
Fabric Wingback Armchair, 1950s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Lovely Mid-Century Modern Green Italian Wood & Fabric Wingback Armchair, 1950s
What a great design
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Marco Zanuso Mid-Century Modern Mod Lady Italian Armchair, 1950s
By Marco Zanuso
Located in Madrid, ES
Armchair model “Lady” designed by Marco Zanuso and edited by Arflex, made with solid wood structure
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Armchair in Pink Satin, Gio Ponti Style, Italy, 1950s
By Gio Ponti
Located in Argelato, BO
Rare and beautiful Italian armchair in pink satin, in the style of the famous Italian designer and
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Satin, Wood
Pair of armchairs in the style of Gianfranco Frattini, Italy, 1950s
By Gianfranco Frattini
Located in Chiavari, Liguria
Gianfranco Frattini, Italian manufacture, 1950s.
The elegance of the bergère armchair, a piece that has
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Italian Midcentury Armchairs in Soft Pink Velvet and Brass Tips, 1950s
Located in Morazzone, Varese
Italian Midcentury Armchairs in Soft Pink Velvet and Brass Tips, 1950s
Elegant and beautiful pair
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Brass
Italian Midcentury Modern Design Wood and Red Fabric Armchairs, 1950s
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Set of two Italian Mid-Century Modern design armchairs with legs structure in solid wood and with
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
$3,316 Sale Price / set
20% Off
MIM Armchair by Ico Parisi for M.I.M, Italy 1950s
By MIM Roma, Ico Parisi
Located in Roma, IT
M.I.M. Armchair is a piece of design furniture realized in the 1950s by Ico Parisi for M.I.M
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Vintage 1950s Italian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Chrome
Set of 8 Chairs and 2 Armchairs, Italy, 1950s - New Upholstery
Located in Brussels, BE
Set of 8 chairs and 2 armchairs, Italy, 1950s - new upholstery.
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Wood
Pair of Wingback Armchairs by Paolo Buffa for Framar, Italy, 1950s
By Framar, Paolo Buffa
Located in Brescia, Brescia
A rare and elegant pair of wingback armchairs designed by Paolo Buffa and produced by Framar in
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Chenille, Wood, Cherry
"Minoletta" armchair designed by Augusto Bozzi for Saporiti. Italy 1950s
By Augusto Bozzi, Saporiti
Located in Milano, IT
The Minoletta chair, a masterpiece designed by Augusto Bozzi for Saporiti, is an epitome of elegance and comfort. Originally crafted with exquisite attention to detail, it features a...
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Modern Pair of Armchairs by IPE Bologne, Italy, 1950s
By IPE, Rito Valla
Located in SAINT-OUEN, FR
Rare Italian Mid-Century Modern pair of lounge chairs armchairs from the editor IPE Bologna Italy
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Metal, Brass
Pair of black lacquered Campanino armchairs, Enzo Rotella, Chiavari, Italy 1950s
Located in Chiavari, Liguria
, manufactured in Chiavari, Italy, in the 1950s.
The wide seat and curved armrests characterize this pair of
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Beech
Augusto Bozzi Attributed Armchair in Nude White Bouclé, Saporiti, Italy, 1950s
By Augusto Bozzi, Fratelli Saporiti
Located in The Hague, NL
This rare armchair was produced in Italy during the 1950s, with its design attributed to Augusto
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Brass, Steel
Pair of Vintage Malatesta
Mason Walnut and Upholstery Armchairs, Italy, 1950s
By Malatesta and Mason
Located in San Francisco, CA
Sold only as a pair, these stunning armchairs from Malatesta and Mason are designed to be sleek
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Ico Parisi velvet and brass armchairs by Isa Bergamo, Italy, 1950s
By ISA Bergamo, Ico Parisi
Located in Chiavari, Liguria
of Italian armchairs exemplifies the finest stylistic research of the 1950s. The design is enveloping
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Brass
Italian Midcentury Pink Velvet and Wood Armchair with Curved Armrests, 1950s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian midcentury pink velvet and wood armchair with curved armrests, 1950s
Solid wood structure
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Velvet, Wood
A Colombo Sanguineti pair of beech "Spade" armchairs, Chiavari, Italy, 1950s
By Chiavari
Located in Chiavari, Liguria
An elegant set of armchairs, crafted by Colombo Sanguineti in Italy during the 1950s, exemplifies
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Vintage 1950s Italian Armchairs
Materials
Straw, Beech
Pair of Italian Mid-century Boucle Armchairs, Iron
Brass Legs, 1950s
Located in Praha, CZ
Pair of restored Italian armchairs from the 1950s featuring newly upholstered boucle fabric
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Iron, Brass
Gio Ponti Attribute Art Deco Italian Lounge Armchairs Hotel Bristol Merano 1950s
By Gio Ponti
Located in London, GB
Hotel Bristol Merano
PLACE OF ORIGIN: Italy
DATE OF MANUFACTURE: 1950s
PERIOD: 1950-1959
MATERIALS &
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Faux Leather Armchair with Brass Legs, Italy, 1950s
Located in Wolfurt, AT
Chair from Italy, dating back to the 1950s. Features the original faux leather cover and brass legs
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Brass
1950s Franco Albini “French Riviera” Rattan Armchair, Italy
By Franco Albini
Located in Praha, CZ
- Good original condition
- Wear consistent with age and use, preserving a beautiful patina
- Sturdy and stable
- Coffee Table dimensions : Height 54cm ,Diameter 70cm
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Rattan
Midcentury Franco Albini Rattan and Bamboo Shell-Shaped Armchair, Italy, 1950s
By Franco Albini
Located in Roma, IT
Amazing midcentury Rattan shell armchair. This piece was produced in Italy in the 1950s and is
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
Paolo Buffa Armchairs In Walnut And Tibetan Wool, Italy circa 1950s
By Paolo Buffa
Located in San Angelo, TX
What a stunning and sleek pair of chairs by Paolo Buffa, which originated during the 1950s in Italy
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Wool, Walnut
Tripolina armchair produced by Dino Gavina, Italy 1950s
Located in Argelato, BO
This Tripolina armchair is produced by Dino Gavina in 1950, it is a supporting structure in chromed
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Steel
Mid-century Italian velvet armchair by ISA, Bergamo, 1950s
By ISA Bergamo
Located in Argelato, BO
The "ISA" armchair is an elegant example of mid-century modern design, with an aesthetic inspired
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Pair of BBPR Attributed Armchairs in Mahogany, Cane, Bouclé, Italy, Late 1950s
By Studio BBPR
Located in The Hague, NL
This rare pair of armchairs was produced in Italy in the late 1950s. The design is attributed to
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Bouclé, Cane, Wood
Set of 2 Italian armchairs by Dal Vera, 1950s
By Dal Vera
Located in Palermo, PA
Set of 2 Italian armchairs by Dal Vera, 1950s
Dimensions: H= 74 cm; H seat= 38 cm; W= 58 cm; D= 64
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Wood
1950s Leather Armchair
Located in Schöfflisdorf, CH
1950s leather armchair completely reupholstered and recovered with real leather grey and black back
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Chrome
$1,693
Pair of Italian Vintage Armchairs in Blue Fabric, 1950s
Located in Milano, IT
Wonderful pair of vintage Italian-made armchairs from the 1950s.
The armchairs feature a blue
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather
$473 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Pair of Armchairs by Erberto Carboni Model "Delfino" for Arflex, Italy, 1950s
By Erberto Carboni, Arflex
Located in Paris, FR
Pair of armchairs by Erberto Carboni model "Delfino" for Arflex, Italy, 1950s (designed in 1954
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Vintage 1950s Italian Armchairs
Materials
Velvet
Italian Midcentury Armchairs in Off-White Velvet in Gigi Radice Style, 1950s
By Gigi Radice
Located in Morazzone, Varese
Magnificent pair of original Italian armchairs reupholstered in off-white velvet with metal feet
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Metal
Armchair by Paolo Buffa, 1950S
By Paolo Buffa
Located in bruxelles, BE
Wood and wicker armchair by Paolo Buffa made in the 50s. Seat height: 32 cm. Wear due to time and
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Wicker, Wood
Italian mid-century modern armchairs in green fabric, black metal, brass, 1950s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian mid-century modern armchairs in green fabric, black metal and brass, 1950s
Pair of
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Metal, Brass
Pair of Italian Armchairs Attributed to Guglielmo Ulrich, 1950s
By Guglielmo Ulrich
Located in Palermo, PA
Pair of Italian armchairs attributed to Guglielmo Ulrich, 1950s.
Dimensions: H= 81 cm; W= 64 cm
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Wood
Mid-Century Velvet Armchair Zanuso Style Italian Design, 1950s
By Marco Zanuso
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Mid-century velvet armchair Zanuso style Italian design 1950s.
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Chrome
$1,823 Sale Price
30% Off
Italian mid-century modern white fabric and wood armchair with headrests, 1950s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian mid-century modern white fabric and wood armchair with headrests, 1950s
Armchair
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Midcentury Bamboo and Rattan Pair of Armchairs Lio Carminati Style, Italy 1950s
By Lio Carminati
Located in Rome, IT
Italy in the 1950s.
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Bamboo, Wicker, Cane, Rattan
Italian Designer Pair of Armchairs in Green Moss Velvet with Brass Feet, 1950s
By Carlo di Carli
Located in Morazzone, Varese
Italian Designer Pair of Armchairs in Green Moss Velvet with Brass Feet and Purple Piping, 1950s
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
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Brass
Pair of Manta Mid-Century Modern Italian Armchairs, 1950s
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Pair of Italian armchairs from the 50s. We do not know who produced them but they are of great
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Beech
Pair of Armchairs Attributed to Federico Munari for ISA Bergamo, Italy, 1950s
By Federico Munari, ISA Bergamo
Located in Brescia, Brescia
Bergamo in the 1950s. Their organic curves and slender profile embody the refined sensuality of Italian
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Brass
Pair of Mid Century Modern Armchairs in style of Marco Zanuso, Italy 1950s
By Marco Zanuso
Located in Beograd, RS
brass legs. Made in Italy in 1950s.
The armchairs have been fully refurbished at our workshop. The
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Brass
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Light Pink Italian Armchairs, 1950s, New Upholstery
Located in Brussels, BE
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Light Pink Italian Armchairs, 1950s, New Upholstery
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
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Fabric
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1950s Italian Armchairs For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are several options of 1950s Italian armchairs available for sale. The range of distinct 1950s Italian armchairs — often made from fabric, wood and metal — can elevate any home. We have 2491 antique and vintage 1950s Italian armchairs in-stock, while there are 18 modern editions to choose from as well. 1950s Italian armchairs have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century. 1950s Italian armchairs are generally popular furniture pieces, but mid-century modern, modern and Art Deco styles are often sought at 1stDibs. 1950s Italian armchairs have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by ISA Bergamo, Paolo Buffa and Gio Ponti are consistently popular.
How Much are 1950s Italian Armchairs?
Prices for 1950s Italian armchairs start at $1 and top out at $137,280 with the average selling for $4,499.
Finding the Right Armchairs for You
Armchairs have run the gamut from prestige to ease and everything in between, and everyone has an antique or vintage armchair that they love.
Long before industrial mass production democratized seating, armchairs conveyed status and power.
In ancient Egypt, the commoners took stools, while in early Greece, ceremonial chairs of carved marble were designated for nobility. But the high-backed early thrones of yore, elevated and ornate, were merely grandiose iterations of today’s armchairs.
Modern-day armchairs, built with functionality and comfort in mind, are now central to tasks throughout your home. Formal dining armchairs support your guests at a table for a cheery feast, a good drafting chair with a deep seat is parked in front of an easel where you create art and, elsewhere, an ergonomic wonder of sorts positions you at the desk for your 9 to 5.
When placed under just the right lamp where you can lounge comfortably, both elbows resting on the padded supports on each side of you, an upholstered armchair — or a rattan armchair for your light-suffused sunroom — can be the sanctuary where you’ll read for hours.
If you’re in the mood for company, your velvet chesterfield armchair is a place to relax and be part of the conversation that swirls around you. Maybe the dialogue is about the beloved Papa Bear chair, a mid-century modern masterpiece from Danish carpenter and furniture maker Hans Wegner, and the wingback’s strong association with the concept of cozying up by the fireplace, which we can trace back to its origins in 1600s-era England, when the seat’s distinctive arm protrusions protected the sitter from the heat of the period’s large fireplaces.
If the fireside armchair chat involves spirited comparisons, your companions will likely probe the merits of antique and vintage armchairs such as Queen Anne armchairs, Victorian armchairs or even Louis XVI armchairs, as well as the pros and cons of restoration versus conservation.
Everyone seems to have a favorite armchair and most people will be all too willing to talk about their beloved design. Whether that’s the unique Favela chair by Brazilian sibling furniture designers Fernando and Humberto Campana, who repurposed everyday objects to provocative effect; or Marcel Breuer’s futuristic tubular metal Wassily lounge chair; the functionality-first LC series from Charlotte Perriand, Le Corbusier and Pierre Jeanneret; or the Eames lounge chair of the mid-1950s created by Charles and Ray Eames, there is an iconic armchair for everyone and every purpose. Find yours on 1stDibs right now.
Questions About 1950s Italian Armchairs
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023Some popular watches for men during the 1950s were the Rolex Submariner, the Enicar Sherpa Dive, the Breitling Navitimer, Omega, Constellation and the Rolex GMT-Master. Rolex, Timex, Orvin, Tower and Elgin were among the top watchmakers for women during the decade. On 1stDibs, find a collection of antique, vintage and contemporary watches.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024The clothing style in the 1950s was well tailored and classic. For women, dresses with padded busts, cinched waists and hips, and full circle skirts were popular, and the collared button-up shirt dress came into fashion during the decade. Men tended to wear suits in neutral gray, dark blue and brown colors made out of easy-to-care-for synthetic fabrics. Straight-cut double-breasted blazers were commonly worn for casual occasions. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of vintage clothing from the 1950s.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes. While the gem has always been a mainstay in jewelry, there was a boom in demand for pearl pieces in the 1950s. The style at the time was black-and-white-chic, and pearls were an excellent accompaniment to pieces like the classic little black dress. Shop a collection of expertly vetted pearl jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is 1950s furniture called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 20241950s furniture is called vintage furniture. Some pieces produced during this period may be considered mid-century modern based on their characteristics. Mid-century modern design refers to the variety of modernism that rose to prominence in the 1940s and ’50s. It displays many of the characteristics of the earlier versions of modernism, including simple forms and a focus on functionality. Other traits common in mid-century modern furniture include unadorned silhouettes, clean lines and mixed materials, emphasizing wood, wool, steel and plastic. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of 1950s furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023In the 1950s, a Chanel bag was priced between $200 and $300. The iconic Chanel 2.55 bag cost $220 when first introduced in February 1955. Accounting for inflation, that works out to around $2,536 in today's money. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of Chanel bags from some of the world's top boutiques.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023There were a few popular diamond cuts in the 1950s. One was the brilliant round cut, which is still common today due to its simple shape and prominent sparkle. Other favorite cuts of the decade included the Asscher cut, the emerald cut and the marquise cut. On 1stDibs, explore a large selection of engagement rings.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024The best-known 1950s furniture style is called mid-century modern. Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three phrases that describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style emerged primarily in the years following World War II through creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living. Mid-century modern designers combined natural and human-made materials, such as teak, rosewood and oak woods as well as steel, fiberglass and molded plywood. Some well-known mid-century modern designers include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia, Isamu Noguchi and George Nelson. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of mid-century modern furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023In the 1950s, several diamond cuts were popular. They included the brilliant round cut, the Asscher cut, the emerald cut and the marquise cut. Rings that featured a large central stone flanked by smaller baguettes were also trendy during the decade. Find a collection of vintage diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.
- Which artist became famous for his series of black paintings in the late 1950s and early 1960s?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJanuary 27, 2025Frank Stella is the artist who became famous for his series of black paintings in the late 1950s and early 1960s. These works featured bands of black paint separated by thin, precise stripes of bare canvas. At a time when contemporary painting was all about wild gestures, thick paint and formal abandon, the “Black Paintings” created a sensation. Explore a range of Frank Stella art on 1stDibs.
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