A Pair of Elegant Mid-Century Egg Chairs, circa 1950s
By P.I. Langlos Fabrikker AS Stranda
Located in Hønefoss, 30
A Pair of Elegant Mid-Century Egg Chairs, circa 1950s. Tub shaped lounge chairs upholstered in beautiful brown color, wood trim tracing the frame, raised on four tapered legs. Sculpt...
Fabric, Oak
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H 29.14 in W 30.71 in D 30.71 in
Pair of Mid-Century Egg Chairs, Royal by P.I. Langlo, Norway, 1950s
By P.I. Langlos Fabrikker AS Stranda
Located in Hønefoss, 30
This is a beautiful pair of mid-century Egg Chairs designed by P.I. Langlo of Norway in the 1950s.
Mohair, Oak
Vatne "Florida" Easy Egg Chair Produced in Norway, 1950s
By Vatne Møbler
Located in Stockholm, SE
Very rare easy chair model "Florida" produced in the 1950s by Vatne Møbler Norway during the 1950s. These chairs were produced in very limited numbers and we are happy to offer you t...
Fabric, Oak, Pine
Vatne "Florida" Easy Egg Chair Produced in Norway, 1950s
By Vatne Møbler
Located in Stockholm, SE
Very rare easy chair model "Florida" produced in the 1950s by Vatne Møbler Norway during the 1950s. These chairs were produced in very limited numbers and we are happy to offer you t...
Brass
1950s Norwegian Egg Chair
By Jean Royère
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
Rare 1950s Norwegian egg chair, upholstered in velvet.
Velvet, Wood
A Mid-Century Egg Chair, Royal by P.I. Langlo, Norway, 1950s
By P.I. Langlos Fabrikker AS Stranda
Located in Hønefoss, 30
This is a beautiful mid-century Egg Chair designed by P.I. Langlo of Norway in the 1950s.
Mohair, Oak
$1,605Sale Price / set|34% Off
H 31.89 in W 26.78 in D 25.2 in
Pair Mid Century Cocktail Lounge Chairs, Denmark, C.1950
Located in London, GB
An elegant pair of original Danish cocktail chairs dating from C.1950. The original upholstery and fabric are presented in excellent vintage condition. The teak legs are solid and ...
Fabric, Upholstery
Pair of Paolo Buffa Armchairs, Italy, 1950s
By Paolo Buffa
Located in London, London
Pair of Paolo Buffa Armchairs, Italy, 1950s A striking pair of 1950s Italian armchairs attributed to Paolo Buffa, showcasing his characteristic blend of architectural clarity and co...
Beech
$6,893 / set
H 39.77 in W 34.26 in D 37.41 in
Pair of armchairs in the style of Gianfranco Frattini, Italy, 1950s
By Gianfranco Frattini
Located in Chiavari, Liguria
A pair of comfortable bergère armchairs in fabric and wood, upholstered in velvet, in the style of Gianfranco Frattini, Italian manufacture, 1950s. The elegance of the bergère armch...
Fabric, Wood
$2,860 / set
H 31 in W 30.5 in D 30 in
A Pair of Walter Baermann Armchairs Prestige Furniture MCM Modern ca' 1960's
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A pair of Walter Baermann armchairs for Prestige Furniture, ca' 1960's. Original upholstery-time capsule intact condition. American/Danish Mid-Century style-so very early 1960's.
Upholstery, Ash
$3,208 / set
H 33.47 in W 29.14 in D 29.14 in
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 original upholstery, as shown in the photos in good condition but with small signs o...
Brass
Pair of Italian Armchairs, circa 1950s
Located in New York, NY
A striking example of mid-century Italian armchairs, this refined pair combines elegant proportions with luxurious comfort. Resting on slender brass legs, their sculptural silhouette...
Brass
Pair of Danish Modern Lounge Chairs by Hans Olsen
By Hans Olsen
Located in Atlanta, GA
Pair of Danish modern lounge chairs, designed by Hans Olsen, Denmark, circa 1960s. The chairs are being reupholstered, and can be completed in your fabric. Simply send us 8 yards tot...
Upholstery, Wood, Teak
Melchiorre Bega - Pair of Armchairs - Italy - 1960
By Melchiorre Bega
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Elegant pair of armchairs designed by Melchiorre Bega, dating to 1960 and originating from Italy. Featuring a refined brass structure and reupholstered in luxurious mohair velvet by...
Brass
$3,950 / set
H 28.35 in W 27.56 in D 25.6 in
Pair of Mid-Century Lounge Chairs with Original Upholstery, 1960s Czech Republic
Located in Almelo, NL
Pair of Mid-Century Lounge Chairs with Original Upholstery, 1960s Czech Republic This striking pair of mid-century lounge chairs was produced in the Czech Republic during the 1960s ...
Upholstery, Beech
$9,855 / set
H 28.25 in W 19 in D 31.5 in
Pair of Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs or Armchairs by ISA, 1950
By Arredamenti ISA
Located in New York, NY
A Rare and Iconic Pair of Italian Mid-Century Modern armchairs or lounge / slipper chairs by ISA Bergamo in walnut and shown with its original silk upholstery. This elegant pair of c...
Upholstery, Hardwood
$9,500 / set
H 35 in W 20 in D 30 in
Rare Pair of Mid-Century Modern Triennale Lounge Chairs, Marco Zanuso Italy 1951
By Marco Zanuso, Arflex
Located in New York, NY
A rare and important pair of Italian Mid-Century Modern Triennale charis by Marco Zanuso circa 1951. Zanuso designed these Triennale lounge chairs in conjunction with the Triennale s...
Brass
$13,212 / set
H 37.41 in W 33.47 in D 25.2 in
Pair Of Sculptural Lounge Chairs In Mohair And Rosewood, Italy 1950s
By Franco Albini
Located in ABCOUDE, UT
Incredible pair of Midcentury modern sculptural lounge chairs in caramel mohair and solid hardwood, 1950s. These one of a kind lounge chairs showcase immaculate craftsmanship, with ...
Mohair, Wood
$5,652 / set
H 38.19 in W 29.93 in D 33.86 in
Pair of Italian Armchairs Attributed to Gio Ponti for ISA Bergamo, 1950s
By ISA Bergamo, Gio Ponti
Located in Brescia, Brescia
A striking and exceptionally comfortable pair of Italian armchairs produced by ISA Bergamo in the 1950s, attributed to Gio Ponti. The design embodies the bold and distinctly Milanes...
Fabric, Velvet, Walnut
$12,720 / set
H 36.42 in W 29.93 in D 31.5 in
Pair of Italian Armchairs in the manner of Gigi Radice, Italy ca 1960s
By Gigi Radice
Located in Utrecht, NL
The 1950s and 1960s saw brilliant Italian designers working to create furniture of the highest quality that explored truly modern shapes and forms. These designers experimented with ...
Brass
$8,593 / set
H 30.32 in W 31.5 in D 27.17 in
Pair of armchairs attributed to Gianfranco Frattini in velvet from the 1950s
By Gianfranco Frattini
Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Pair of armchairs attributed to Italian designer Gianfranco Frattini from the 1960s. Solid teak frame, yellow velvet seats and backs (new fabric). Very good vintage condition, slight...
Velvet, Wood
$12,500
H 30 in W 28.5 in D 28.5 in
Vintage Pair Of Danish Cabinetmaker Lounge Chairs In Mohair, Circa 1950
Located in Nashville, TN
Vintage Pair Of Danish Cabinetmaker Lounge Chairs In Mohair, Circa 1950. Barrel frame, later upholstered in Denmark with a Pierre Frey Mohair upholstery. Excellent condition.
Mohair
$3,446 / set
H 27.56 in W 20.48 in D 19.69 in
Set of Two Mid Century Blue Velvet Vintage Armchairs, Walnut Wood, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
A wonderful armchair made in the 1960s in Poland. Stabile design of the furniture and a comfortable seat. Furniture after full upholstery renovation, refreshed woodwork. The whole is...
Textile, Beech
$16,084 / set
H 30.71 in W 32.68 in D 30.71 in
Pair of Giulia Veronesi 'Perla' Armchairs in Green Velvet, ISA Bergamo, 1950s
By Giulia Veronesi, Dedar, ISA Bergamo
Located in The Hague, NL
This rare pair of armchairs was designed by Giulia Veronesi and produced by ISA Bergamo, Italy, in the early 1950s. The model, known as Perla, is considered one of the iconic chair d...
Fabric, Upholstery, Velvet, Beech
$17,233 / set
H 29.14 in W 31.5 in D 30.71 in
A Rare Pair of Mid-Century Scandinavian Chairs, Model “Florida” by Vatne
By Vatne Møbler
Located in Hønefoss, 30
A beautiful and rare pair of "Florida" chairs, produced by Vatne Møbler in Norway in the 50s. These chairs have been newly reupholstered in a soft, long pile mohair in a champagne co...
Mohair, Teak
$8,600
H 33.5 in W 57 in D 32 in
Finn Juhl Attributed Danish Loveseat Model 188 by Slagelse Mobelvaerk, 1950s DN
By Slagelse Mobelvaerk, Finn Juhl
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Superbly elegant Finn Juhl attributed sofa or settee made by Slagelse Mobelvaerk, Denmark sometime in the 1940s as Model Number 188. The lines and proportions of this design are just...
Wool, Beech
$1,990 / item
H 39 in W 33.5 in D 36 in
Alma Linen Slip Covered Club Chair with White Oak Legs and Caster Wheels
By Bloom Home Inc
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
Introducing the Alma Accent Chair - a timeless piece crafted for comfort and style. Made with heavy-weight linen and slipcovered in a soothing oatmeal hue, this chair exudes a natura...
Brass
$3,331 / set
H 34.65 in W 29.53 in D 31.89 in
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 A superb pair of Italian armchairs manufactured in the style of Carlo de Carli. The ...
Brass
$28,000 / set
H 24 in W 70 in D 31 in
Brazilian Modern Two-in-One Rosewood Sofa & Daybed in Deep Olive Mohair, Celina
By Celina Decoracoes
Located in New York, NY
A rare and intelligently engineered two-in-one sofa and daybed by Celina Decorações, Brazil, circa 1960—an exceptional example of Brazilian modernism where material nobility meets sp...
Chrome
$5,169 / set
H 36.23 in W 25.2 in D 36.23 in
Attribute to Paolo Buffa Mid-century Modern Italian Bouclè Armchairs, Pair
By Paolo Buffa
Located in Puglia, Puglia
This pair of Italian armchairs captures the essence of mid-20th century modern design, attributed to Paolo Buffa. Made around the 1950s, these armchairs are distinguished by their el...
Bouclé, Beech
Italian Post-Modern Sculptural Sofa in Cognac Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Sofa, cognac leather, sofa, Italy, circa 1970 This striking sofa is executed in beautiful cognac leather that contributes to a refined monochrome appearance, emphasizing the sculptu...
Leather
$7,600Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 31.5 in W 33.08 in D 30.71 in
Pair of Jean-Michel Frank Style Armchairs in Original Olive Velvet Circa 1970
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, AR
This elegant pair of 1970s armchairs evokes the timeless sophistication of Jean-Michel Frank's design. Featuring clean lines, simple geometry, and balanced proportions, they are a pe...
Velvet, Wood
$4,135 / set
H 28.75 in W 25.2 in D 29.53 in
Two Mid Century GFM 64 Armchairs, Drawing Velvet by Dedar, Homa, Europe, 1960s
By Edmund Homa
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Beautiful armchair GFM 64 designed by Edmund Homa. The armchair was made in the 1960s in the Gosciecinska Furniture Factory from solid beechwood. The GFM type armchair is regarded ...
Textile, Beech
$5,744 / set
H 31.5 in W 21.66 in D 19.69 in
Pair of Midcentury Tiger Velvet Armchairs, GFM 142, Edmund Homa, Europe, 1960s
By Edmund Homa
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Beautiful armchair GFM-142, designed by Edmund Homa, a polish architect, designer of Industrial Design and interior architecture, professor at the Academy of Fine Arts in Gdansk, Pol...
Fabric, Velvet, Beech
$8,042 / set
H 29.53 in W 23.63 in D 35.44 in
Pair of vintage armchairs made in Italy, upholstered in orange velvet
By Italian school XX ct.
Located in Milano, IT
We are pleased to present this pair of vintage Italian armchairs from the 1960s, an outstanding example of modern mid-century design—a period that had a significant impact on art, ar...
Wood, Velvet
$12,700 / item
H 38.59 in W 27.96 in D 31.5 in
Jindrich Halabala Lounge Chairs Upholstered in Brown Pierre Frey Mohair
By Jindřich Halabala
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Jindrich Halabala, lounge chairs, model 'H269', Pierre Frey Teddy mohair 'Bambi', stained beech, Czech Republic, 1930s. Extraordinary easy chairs by Jindrich Halabala upholstered in...
Mohair, Beech
$7,594 / item
H 33.08 in W 85.01 in D 45.01 in
V Hand-Crafted Dining Table in Solid Walnut by No Age Studio
Located in Geneve, CH
V Hand-Crafted Dining Table in Solid Walnut by No Age Studio Dimensions: D 114.3 x W 215.9 x H 84 cm. Materials: Oak. No Age Studio - Handcrafted Furniture Every piece we create i...
Walnut
$597 / set
H 30.32 in Dm 23.63 in L 30.32 in
Fake pair of toad armchairs – Duck blue velvet – Mixed legs 19th century/1970
Located in NAVILLY, FR
Fake pair of toad armchairs entirely upholstered in duck blue velvet, with rounded and enveloping backrest characteristic of the model. The two seats are distinguished by their ba...
Velvet
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.
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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.
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