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Pair of Mid-century Modern Italian Design Armchairs, 1950s
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Pair of armchairs covered in eco-leather and brass feet, 1950s Italian design. The armchairs have
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Brass

Italian mid-century modern armchair Du 50 by Gastone Rinaldi for Rima, 1950s
By Gastone Rinaldi, RIMA
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian mid-century modern armchair Du 50 by Gastone Rinaldi for Rima, 1950s Armchair model Du 50
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Metal

Malatesta and Mason Pair of Sculptural Armchairs in Ivory Bouclé, Italy, 1950s
By Malatesta and Mason
Located in New York, NY
Malatesta and Mason pair of sculptural armchairs consisting of ivory bouclé upholstered curved high
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Oak, Bouclé

Italian mid-century modern armchairs mod. 802 by Carlo De Carli Cassina, 1950s
By Carlo di Carli, Cassina
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian mid-century modern armchairs mod. 802 by Carlo De Carli for Cassina, 1950s Pair of
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Fabric, Wood

Mid-Century Modern Pair of Rattan Armchairs by Roberto Mango, Italy, 1950s
By Roberto Mango
Located in SAINT-OUEN, FR
Mid-Century Modern Rattan wicker bucket basket armchairs or slipper chairs, black metal feet by
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Metal

Italian Mid-Century Armchairs in Forest Green Velvet and Wooden Legs, 1950s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian Mid-Century Modern armchairs in forest green velvet and wooden legs, 1950s Pair of Classic
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Velvet, Wood

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Italian Velvet Armchairs, 1950s
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Pair of 1950s armchairs, velvet upholstery, kept in good condition. The price is for the couple.
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Velvet, Walnut

Italian Midcentury Green Velvet and Black Metal Armchairs in Lady Style, 1950s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian midcentury Green velvet and black metal armchairs in Lady style, 1950s Pair of armchairs
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Metal

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Italian Satin Armchairs, 1950s
By Guglielmo Ulrich
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Pair of armchairs in the Ulrich style, structure and legs in solid wood, covering in satin, made in
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Antique 1850s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Satin, Beech

Post Art Nouveau sculptural armchairs made in Italy 1950s
By Paolo Buffa, Gio Ponti
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Introducing a stunning set of 1950s armchairs, crafted by an unknown yet exceptionally talented
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Hardwood, Ash, Walnut

Curved Pair of Bamboo Armchairs 1950s Italian Design
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Curved pair of bamboo armchairs 1950s Italian design.
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Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Bamboo

1950s Italian Pair of Bamboo and Rattan Armchairs with Ivory Bouclé Cushions
Located in New York, NY
1950s Italian pair of bamboo and rattan armchairs with Vienna straw cane backs and ivory bouclé
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Bouclé, Bamboo, Cane, Rattan

Giampiero Vitelli for Rossi Albizzate "Suzy" Armchair, Italy 1950s
By Giuseppe Rossi di Albizzate, Giampiero Vitelli
Located in Naples, IT
Rare Mod. "Suzy" chair/armchair designed by Giampiero Vitelli for Rossi Albizzate, 1956. The frame
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Metal

Large Italian armchair attributed to Melchiorre Bega 1950s - G695
By Melchiorre Bega
Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Imposing Italian armchair attributed to Melchiorre Bega dating from the 50s. The legs are made of
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Fabric, Wood

Mid-Century Modern Pair of red armchairs. Italy 1950s
Located in Catania, CT
Vintage condition with trace of age and use for this set of two Italian armchairs with wood legs
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Wood

Giulia Vernonesi 1950s Italian Design Midcentury, Pair of Armchairs
By Giulia Veronesi
Located in Brescia, IT
Original upholstery in excellent condition Italy, 1950s.
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Wood

Radice Minotti Mid-Century Modern Italian Velvet Armchair, 1950s
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Radice & Minotti armchair, completely refitted and restored In the new Italian velvet upholstery
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Brass

Brown Velvet Fiberglass Armchair by Luigi Pellegrin for MIM Roma, 1950s, Italy
By Luigi Pellegrin, MIM Roma, Mobili Italiani Moderni (MIM)
Located in Rome, IT
Brown velvet armchair by Luigi Pellegrin for MIM, Roma, 1950s, Italy. Featuring a fiberglass base
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Velvet, Fiberglass, Polyester

Mid-Century Italian Wicker Bamboo Armchairs by Gio Ponti, 1950s
By Gio Ponti
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
mid-20th century Italian wicker armchairs designed by the renowned architect and designer Gio Ponti
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Mid-20th Century Italian Armchairs

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Bamboo, Wicker

Pair of Mid-Century Grey New Upholstery and Brass Feets Armchairs, Italy, 1950s
Located in Brussels, BE
Pair of mid-century grey new upholstery and brass feets armchairs - Italy 1950s.
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Vintage 1950s Italian Armchairs

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Textile

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Armchair with Teddy Upholstery, Italy, 1950s
Located in Almelo, NL
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Armchair with Teddy Upholstery, Italy, 1950s A stunning example of
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Upholstery, Walnut

Pair of 1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Blue Armchairs by ISA Bergamo
By ISA Bergamo
Located in Paris, FR
Italian club armchairs are a testament to the company's expertise and commitment to excellence. With
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Brass

Mid-Century Modern Pair of Armchairs Model 856 by Ico Parisi, Italy, 1950s
By Ico Parisi
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern pair of armchairs Model 856 by Ico Parisi, Italy, 1950s. Chrome and original
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Chrome

Pair of Turin School Armchairs in Walnut and Ochre Green Bouclé, Italy, 1950s
Located in The Hague, NL
This striking pair of armchairs was designed and produced in the Turin region of Italy in the early
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Fabric, Bouclé, Upholstery, Walnut

Mid-Century Italian Green Velvet Armchair Ico Parisi Style, 1950s
By Ico Parisi
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Mid-century Italian green velvet armchair Ico Parisi style, 1950s.
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Velvet, Wood

Ezio Longhi Mid-Century Modern Italian Mitzi Armchair for Elam, 1950s
By Elam, Ezio Longhi
Located in Puglia, Puglia
velvet upholstery. Designed by Italian designer Ezio Longhi for Elam in the 1950s. Bibliography: The
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Velvet, Beech

Gio Ponti Attributed Armchair in Lelièvre Fabric and Beech, Italy, Late, 1950s
By Gio Ponti, Lelièvre Paris
Located in The Hague, NL
This rare armchair was produced in Italy in the late 1950s. The design is attributed to Gio Ponti
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Fabric, Chenille, Wood, Beech

Italian Mid Century Rattan B4 Armchair and Pouf, Tito Agnoli for Bonacina, 1950s
By Tito Agnoli, Bonacina
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian Mid Century Modern rattan B4 armchair and pouf by Tito Agnoli for Bonacina, 1950s Armchair
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Rattan

Ezio Longhi Mitzi Armchair in Black Wood and Red Velvet for Elam Italy 1950s
By Elam, Ezio Longhi
Located in Cascina, Pisa
upholstered with a bright red velvet. Designed by the Italian designer Ezio Longhi for Elam 1950s
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Velvet, Wood

Pair of Italian Blue and Violet Armchairs by Lenzi, Studio Tecnico, Italy, 1950s
By Gigi Radice
Located in Wolfurt, AT
This pair of "Model 530" armchairs was designed by Lenzi in the 1950s and manufactured by Studio
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Brass, Steel

Midcentury Armchair in Original Green Fauxleather, 1950s
By ISA Bergamo, Aldo Morbelli
Located in Wolfurt, AT
This armchair in the style of Aldo Morbelli was made in Italy in the 1950s. The armchair with
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Metal, Brass

Marco Zanuso Pair of Martingala armchairs for Arflex, Italy, 1950s
By Marco Zanuso, Arflex
Located in Chiavari, Liguria
An elegant pair of early Martingala armchairs by Marco Zanuso for Arflex, designed in the 1950s and
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Brass

Pair of Mid-Century Organic Armchairs in the Style of Gio Ponti, Italy, 1950s
By Gio Ponti
Located in Argelato, BO
Extraordinary pair of Mid-Century Italian walnut armchairs in the style of the famous architect and
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Fabric, Walnut

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Italian Velvet High Back Armchairs, 1950s
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Pair of Italian high-back velvet armchairs, typical of the 1950s, completely restored and
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Velvet, Walnut

Italien Reupholstered Armchair, 1950s
Located in Wolfurt, AT
Armchair with typical Italian design elements of the 50s, such as black lacquered metal legs with
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Steel

Vittorio Dassi Attr, Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchair, Honey Shearling, 1950s
By Vittorio Dassi
Located in Manhasset, NY
Shearling, 1950s This rare sculptural armchair, attributed to Vittorio Dassi in Italy circa 1950s, features
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Sheepskin

Pair of Italian Mid-Century Wingback Armchairs in Bouclé, c. 1950s
Located in Paddock Wood Tonbridge, GB
A sculptural and inviting pair of Italian mid-century armchairs, newly reupholstered in luxurious
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Bouclé

Original Kosmo Armchair by Rito Valla for IPE, Italy, 1950s (First Edition)
Located in Argelato, BO
Rare and original Kosmo model armchair designed by the Italian designer Rito Valla for Ipe. It is
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Vintage 1960s Armchairs

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Metal

Ico Parisi Italian Mid Century Set of Three Armchairs, 1950s
By Ico Parisi
Located in bari, IT
Set of three armchairs worked wood frame covered with original velvet of the time attributable to
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Velvet, Walnut

Pair of Paolo Buffa Mid-Century Modern Italian Armchairs, 1950s
By Paolo Buffa
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Beautiful pair of armchairs with curved armrests, made by Paolo Buffa in 1950. The structure in
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Fabric, Beech

Pair of Ico Parisi-Style Armchairs in Original Fabric, Italy, 1950s
By Ico Parisi
Located in Catania, CT
Stunning pair of Mid-Century Italian armchairs in the style of Ico Parisi, featuring their original
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Brass

1950s "Dolphin" Erberto Carboni for Arflex Italian Design Vintage Armchair
By Erberto Carboni, Arflex
Located in Brescia, IT
Original leatherette Metal frame with brass feet Original vintage condition Rare model, 1950s.
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Other

Aldo Morbelli Armchair Orange Yellow Italian Mid-century Design 1950s Brass
By Aldo Morbelli
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Aldo Morbelli Armchair Orange Yellow Italian Mid-century Design 1950s Brass Velvet fabric
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Velvet

Mid-Century Italian Armchair New Velvet Paolo Buffa Design 1950s
By Paolo Buffa
Located in Palermo, Sicily
The inimitable Italian style, in personalized velvet, maple feet, high back, unique design.
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Velvet

Mid-Century Modern Armchair 1950s Italian Design Wood Fabric
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Particular original old armchair, 1950, Italian design.
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Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Wood

Zanuso Senior Armchair Midcentury Italian Design Wool Fabric 1950s Brass Feet
By Marco Zanuso
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Zanuso Senior armchair midcentury Italian design wool fabric 1950s brass feet.
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Brass

Italian Designer Armchairs in new grey blue velvet with brass feet, 1950s
Located in Morazzone, Varese
Italian Desgner Armchairs in new grey blue velvet with brass feet, 1950s Pair of original Italian
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Brass

Pair of Federico Munari Mid-Century Modern Italian Velvet Armchairs, 1950s
By Federico Munari
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Beautiful pair of armchairs designed by Federico Munari in the early 1950s. The upholstery has been
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Brass

Italian Design Pair of Armchairs by Gigi Radice for Minotti, 1950s
By Gigi Radice
Located in Casale Monferrato, IT
Lovely italian design pair of armchairs in original used conditions 1950s. In original iron legs
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Brass, Iron

Italian Armchairs in 1950s Design Minimal and Geometric Shape Feat Wood
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Italian armchairs in 1950s design minimal and geometric shape feat wood.
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Cotton, Silk, Wood

Pair of Armchairs Black Lacquered Wood Legs, New Upholstery, Italy, 1950s
Located in Brussels, BE
Pair of armchairs black lacquered wood legs - new upholstery, Italy, 1950s.
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Wood

Attributed of Paolo Buffa Mid-Century Modern Italian Velvet Armchairs, 1950s
By Paolo Buffa
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Rare pair of wingback armchairs attributed to Paolo Buffa and produced in the 1950s. The armchairs
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Velvet, Walnut

Minimal Old Italian Armchair 1950s Round Rounded Armrests Black and Brown
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Minimal old Italian armchair 1950s round rounded armrests black and brown.
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Wool, Walnut

Pair Mid-Century Italian Design Armchairs Gigi Radice for Minotti 1950s
By Gigi Radice
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Pair midcentury Italòian Design armchairs Gigi Radice for Minotti 1950s.
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Brass

Giampiero Vitelli for Rossi Albizzate Pair of "Suzy" Armchairs, Italy 1950s
By Giuseppe Rossi di Albizzate, Giampiero Vitelli
Located in Naples, IT
Rare pair of armchairs Mod." Suzy " designed by Giampiero Vitelli in the 1950s for Rossi Albizzate
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Metal

Mid-Century Italian 1950s Armchair Design Geometric Shape Paolo Buffa Att.
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Italian 1950s armchair design and exceptional shape Mid-century, the style is shaped by the great
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Wool, Cotton, Wood

Set of Two Italian Armchairs in Original Black Leatherette Upholstery, 1950s
Located in Wolfurt, AT
This pair of armchairs hails from Italy, dating back to the 1950s. They are a beautiful
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Faux Leather, Wood

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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, 2023
    Some 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, 2024
    The 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, 2022
    Yes. 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
    1950s 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, 2023
    In 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, 2023
    There 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, 2024
    The 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, 2023
    In 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 27, 2025
    Frank 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.