Midcentury Italian Optical Armchairs, 1950s

These cute little bedroom armchairs were made in Italy in the 1940s. The feet are in black lacquered wood while the padding has been redone with a precious velvet. Fully restored.

Elegant Italian chaise longue from the 1960s, fully upholstered in fine velvet in shades of green, camel, and ivory. The curvy, welcoming silhouette is enhanced by the refined color ...

This sofa was produced in Italy in the 1950s. The feet are covered in Macassar. The sofa is newly upholstered with a gray fine velvet.

This Beautiful pair of Art Deco style armchairs was produced in Italy in the 1930s. The back and the profile is in Ebano Macassar, the sides are in Walnut Root and the base is black...

Pair of midcentury lounge chairs on black iron legs with brass feet and trapezoidal backrests. The armrests curve slightly outward. The backrests and seats are upholstered with a blu...

Pair of 1960s armchairs with slightly reclining armrests, padded with foam and upholstered in new fabric panted black metal legs with brass feet.

Pair of mid-century Italian design armchairs, special metal feet, the style of Marco Zanuso.

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...