Mid-Century Teddy upholstered Armchairs the style of Gio Ponti, Italy 1950

Ico Parisi (attributed) armchairs in fabric and tapered wooden legs, Italy 1950s Ico and Luisa Parisi (attributed) designed a pair of collectible...

Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs by Federico Munari in Original Champagne Upholstery, Italy, 1950s This beautiful pair of mid-century lounge chairs, crafted by the acclaimed Italia...

Armchairs with Tapered Wooden Legs in the style of Gio Ponti, Italy, in the 1950s. Large set armchairs with tapered wooden legs in new upholste...

Large monumental midcentury wingback armchairs in re-upholstered bouclé fabric, France 1950s. These armchairs would be an eye-catching addition to any interior, such as a living room...

The Mid-Century Modern era is notable for its blending of Classic modern design elements with a slightly more updated feel. This beautiful pair of Italia lounge chairs has a Classic, comfortable style that is a prime example of the best qualities of what is referred to as Modernism in European design. Several key factors define the Italian approach to design: respect for craftsmanship, quality materials and finally, an elegant, high-end look. Upholstered cabinetmaker chairs may seem similar at first sight; however, each model’s individuality becomes evident upon closer inspection. In these chairs’ case, their thick, welcoming shape and the sleek, tapered wooden feet Stand out immediately. The design has achieved a perfect balance between form and function, in which aesthetics and utility come together in a purely Mid-Century Modern manner. The fully upholstered wooden frames rest on dark lacquered wood legs. The feet are splayed to support stability, while their stylish dark colour contrast to the elegant, light upholstery. The backs are relatively low, enhancing the stylish look along with the thick arms, backs, and seat cushions. Together these design elements create a modern look with the beloved organic, curvy aesthetic. The exceptionally soft, textured fabric highlights the bodies’ rounded edges and sheer volume. Italy was especially passionate about furniture and product design during the mid-century, an area where the country remained faithful to a figurative repertoire of substantial classicism, while not disdaining impulses of authentic modernity. As a result, Italian modern furniture...

Mid-Century Modern Pair of Highback Armchairs, New Upholstery

Perhaps the most significant achievement of mid-century European designers and cabinetmakers, at the height of mid-twentieth century modernist design, was their ability to humanize w...

Pair of Mid-Century Italian Armchairs, Italy, 1960s - New Upholstery