Arflex Fiorenza Armchair in Steelcut Blue Fabric & Black Frame by Franco Albini
By Franco Albini, Arflex
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Symbol of comfort, Fiorenza armchair appears in Pirelli's 1950s advertisement as symbol of the foam rubber potential, considered at that time the most technologically advanced materi...
Fabric
Arflex Fiorenza Armchair in Steelcut Red Fabric and Black Frame by Franco Albini
By Arflex, Franco Albini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Symbol of comfort, Fiorenza armchair appears in Pirelli's 1950s advertisement as symbol of the foam rubber potential, considered at that time the most technologically advanced materi...
Fabric
Fiorenza by Albini for Arflex
By Franco Albini, Arflex
Located in Milano, IT
An authentic Fiorenza armchair, designed by Franco Albini and manufactured by Arflex, represents a high-quality production exemplar dating back to the early 2000s.
Fabric, Wool, Wood, Lacquer
$53,080 / set
Franco Albini Fiorenza chairs Arflex Italy 1956
By Franco Albini, Arflex
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Rare early versions of Fiorenza lounge chairs designed by Franco Albini and manufactured by Arflex in Italy in 1956.
Upholstery, Teak
Armchair "Fiorenza" designed by Franco Albini in 1952 for Arflex, Italy.
By Franco Albini, Arflex
Located in Wolfurt, AT
Armchair "Fiorenza," designed by Franco Albini in 1952 for Arflex, Italy.
Fabric, Wood
Armchair "Fiorenza" in Original Red Color, by Franco Albini in 1952 for Arflex
By Arflex, Franco Albini
Located in Wolfurt, AT
This pair of Italian "Fiorenza" armchairs was designed by Franco Albini for Arflex.
Fabric, Wood
Franco Albini Pair of 'Fiorenza' Lounge Chairs for Arflex 1952
By Franco Albini
Located in Tilburg, NL
Franco Albini Pair of 'Fiorenza' Lounge Chairs for Arflex, designed in 1952.
Fabric, Wood
Franco Albini 'Fiorenza' Lounge Chair with Ottoman for Arflex 1952
By Franco Albini
Located in Tilburg, NL
Franco Albini 'Fiorenza' Lounge Chair with Ottoman for Arflex, designed in 1952.
Fabric, Wood
Mid-Century Modern Red Armchair Fiorenza by Franco Albini for Arflex, Italy
By Franco Albini
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Armchair Fiorenza by Franco Albini for Arflex, Italy.
Fabric, Wood
Franco Albini 'Fiorenza' Lounge Chair with Ottoman in Leather for Arflex 1952
By Franco Albini
Located in Tilburg, NL
Franco Albini 'Fiorenza' Lounge Chair with Ottoman for Arflex, designed in 1952.
Fabric, Wood
Rare Fiorenza Lounge/Armchair by Franco Albini for Arflex, Italy, c. 1953
By Franco Albini
Located in New York City, NY
The Fiorenza Armchair was originally designed for Franco Albini's own apartment and went through several iterations between 1952 and 1967. An early example, this chair was produced ...
Bouclé, Wood
Italian Pouf Stool or Side Table in Rattan and Bamboo, by Franco Albini, 1960s
By Franco Albini
Located in Roma, IT
In 1952 he created the "Fiorenza" armchair for Arflex; in 1955 the "Luisa" chair; in 1956 the "Rocking chaise" for Poggi.
Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan
Franco Albini Pouf Stool or Side Table in Rattan and Bamboo, Italy, 1960s
By Franco Albini
Located in Roma, IT
In 1952 he created the "Fiorenza" armchair for Arflex; in 1955 the "Luisa" chair; in 1956 the "Rocking chaise" for Poggi.
Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan
Franco Albini Stool or Side Table in Rattan and Bamboo, Italy 1960s
By Franco Albini
Located in Roma, IT
In 1952 he created the "Fiorenza" armchair for Arflex; in 1955 the "Luisa" chair; in 1956 the "Rocking chaise" for Poggi.
Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan
Midcentury Floor Lamp Rattan, Bamboo and Fabric Franco Albini Style, Italy 1960s
By Franco Albini, Janine Abraham and Dirk Jan Rol
Located in Rome, IT
In 1952 he created the "Fiorenza" armchair for Arflex; in 1955 the "Luisa" chair; in 1956 the "Rocking chaise" for Poggi.
Metal
Franco Albini Midcentury Wall Shelf in Curved Rattan and Bamboo, Italy 1960s
By Franco Albini
Located in Roma, IT
In 1952 he created the "Fiorenza" armchair for Arflex; in 1955 the "Luisa" chair; in 1956 the "Rocking chaise" for Poggi.
Bamboo, Cane, Rattan
Franco Albini Midcentury Console Table in Bamboo and Rattan, Italy, 1960s
By Franco Albini
Located in Roma, IT
In 1952 he created the "Fiorenza" armchair for Arflex; in 1955 the "Luisa" chair; in 1956 the "Rocking chaise" for Poggi.
Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan
Franco Albini Midcentury Rattan and Wicker Round Pouf Stool, Italy 1960s
By Franco Albini
Located in Roma, IT
In 1952 he created the "Fiorenza" armchair for Arflex; in 1955 the "Luisa" chair; in 1956 the "Rocking chaise" for Poggi.
Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan
Midcentury Rattan and Bamboo Floor Lamp Franco Albini Style, Italy, 1960s
By Louis Sognot, Franco Albini
Located in Rome, IT
In 1952 he created the "Fiorenza" armchair for Arflex; in 1955 the "Luisa" chair; in 1956 the "Rocking chaise" for Poggi.
Bamboo, Wicker, Cane, Rattan
Midcentury Rattan and Bamboo Wall Shelf, Franco Albini, Italy, 1960s
By Franco Albini
Located in Roma, IT
In 1952 he created the "Fiorenza" armchair for Arflex; in 1955 the "Luisa" chair; in 1956 the "Rocking chaise" for Poggi.
Bamboo, Wicker, Cane, Rattan
Franco Albini Mid-Century Wall Shelf in Rattan and Bamboo, Italy, 1960s
By Franco Albini
Located in Roma, IT
In 1952 he created the "Fiorenza" armchair for Arflex; in 1955 the "Luisa" chair; in 1956 the "Rocking chaise" for Poggi.
Bamboo, Wicker, Cane, Rattan
Italian Round Ottoman Stool in Rattan and Bamboo, Franco Albini 1960s
By Franco Albini
Located in Roma, IT
In 1952 he created the "Fiorenza" armchair for Arflex; in 1955 the "Luisa" chair; in 1956 the "Rocking chaise" for Poggi.
Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan
Franco Albini Bamboo and Rattan Rectangular Wall Mirror, Italy 1970s
By Franco Albini
Located in Roma, IT
In 1952 he created the "Fiorenza" armchair for Arflex; in 1955 the "Luisa" chair; in 1956 the "Rocking chaise" for Poggi.
Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan, Mirror
Midcentury Bamboo and Rattan Cocktail Console Table after Franco Albini, 1960s
By Franco Albini
Located in Roma, IT
In 1952 he created the "Fiorenza" armchair for Arflex; in 1955 the "Luisa" chair; in 1956 the "Rocking chaise" for Poggi.
Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan
Franco Albini Midcentury Rattan and Bamboo Round Ottoman Stool, Italy 1960s
By Franco Albini
Located in Roma, IT
In 1952 he created the "Fiorenza" armchair for Arflex; in 1955 the "Luisa" chair; in 1956 the "Rocking chaise" for Poggi.
Bamboo, Rattan, Wicker
Midcentury Franco Albini Rattan and Bamboo Shell-Shaped Armchair, Italy, 1950s
By Franco Albini
Located in Roma, IT
In 1952 he created the "Fiorenza" armchair for Arflex; in 1955 the "Luisa" chair; in 1956 the "Rocking chaise" for Poggi.
Bamboo, Rattan
Unavailable
H 41.74 in W 31.5 in D 35.44 in
Very Rare Pair of Early “Fiorenza” Chairs by Franco Albini for Arflex, Italy 195
By Arflex, Franco Albini
Located in Wilnis, UT
This is a very rare pair of early model “Fiorenza” chairs. An iconic design by Franco Albini, manufactured by Arflex in Italy in 1956.
Fabric, Wood
Unavailable
H 40.56 in W 28.75 in D 36.23 in
Mid-Century "Fiorenza" Reupholstered Armchair by Franco Albini for Arflex
By Franco Albini
Located in Koper, SI
Iconic lounge chair designed by Franco Albini in 1952, and produced by Arflex ever since, "Fiorenza" is the evolution of a prototype first designed in 1939 by the Italian architect.
Foam, Walnut, Fabric
Franco Albini for Arflex "Fiorenza Chair, 1952" Model PL44
By Franco Albini
Located in Los Angeles, CA
In 1952, Franco Albini reinterpreted for Arflex an earlier 1939 lounge chair design resulting in the "Fiorenza Chair."
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H 42.52 in W 28.35 in D 37.41 in
Franco Albini “Fiorenza” Lounge Chair in Dedar Fabric for Arflex, Italy 1952
By Arflex, Franco Albini
Located in Hellouw, NL
In collaboration with Arflex, a brand that revolutionized furniture by combining innovative materials with cutting-edge design, Albini introduced the second version of the Fiorenza c...
Walnut
Fiorenza Armchair, by Franco Albini, 1950s
By Arflex, Franco Albini
Located in Milano, IT
Design by Franco Albini, Arflex 1952 production.
Wood
Fiorenza armchairs by Franco Albini for Arflex Years 60-70
By Franco Albini
Located in Milano, IT
Pair of armchairs, iconic model by Franco Albini, with exposed frame in stained beech wood, foam padding, fabric upholstery. Very good condition, fully restored both in the wooden pa...
Fabric, Beech
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H 40.56 in W 36.23 in D 28.75 in
Franco Albini Mid-century Italian Armchair Model "Fiorenza" walnut cream fabric
By Arflex, Franco Albini
Located in Barcelona, ES
Franco Albini (1905-1977). Armchair model "Fiorenza," Manufactured by Arflex, Italy, 1952. Mid-century Italian furniture Mid-century modern Italian furniture Modern furniture Me...
Upholstery, Wood
Franco Albini Foirenza Chair
By Franco Albini
Located in New York, NY
Franco Albini Fiorenza Armchair for Arflex, Italy. Excellent condition, original fabric is in very good condition light signs of use.
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H 15.75 in Dm 15.36 in
Franco Albini Midcentury Rattan and Bamboo Italian Ottoman Stool, Italy, 1960s
By Franco Albini
Located in Roma, IT
In 1952 he created the "Fiorenza" armchair for Arflex; in 1955 the "Luisa" chair; in 1956 the "Rocking chaise" for Poggi.
Bamboo, Rattan
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H 9.06 in W 20.08 in D 8.67 in
Midcentury Rattan and Bamboo Wall Shelf, After Albini, Italy, 1960s
By Franco Albini
Located in Roma, IT
In 1952 he created the "Fiorenza" armchair for Arflex; in 1955 the "Luisa" chair; in 1956 the "Rocking chaise" for Poggi.
Bamboo, Rattan
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H 25.4 in W 22.45 in D 1.19 in
French Riviera Oval Mirror in Rattan, Bamboo and Wicker, Italy 1970s
By Franco Albini
Located in Roma, IT
In 1952 he created the "Fiorenza" armchair for Arflex; in 1955 the "Luisa" chair; in 1956 the "Rocking chaise" for Poggi.
Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan, Mirror
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H 29.93 in W 23.63 in D 26.38 in
Pair of Midcentury Italian Rattan and Black Metal Shell-shaped Armchairs, 1950s
By Franco Albini
Located in Roma, IT
In 1952 he created the "Fiorenza" armchair for Arflex; in 1955 the "Luisa" chair; in 1956 the "Rocking chaise" for Poggi.
Iron
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H 32.29 in W 35.44 in D 17.33 in
Franco Albini Midcentury Wall Shelf or Console in Rattan and Bamboo, Italy, 1960
By Franco Albini
Located in Roma, IT
In 1952 he created the "Fiorenza" armchair for Arflex; in 1955 the "Luisa" chair; in 1956 the "Rocking chaise" for Poggi.
Bamboo, Wicker, Cane, Rattan
1960s Italian Franco Albini Bamboo Rattan Bohemian French Riviera Stool
By Franco Albini
Located in Carimate, Como
In 1952 he created the "Fiorenza" armchair for Arflex; in 1955 the "Luisa" chair; in 1956 the "Rocking chaise" for Poggi.
Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan
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H 39.38 in W 25.99 in D 37.01 in
Franco Albini pair of 1st edition "Fiorenza" armchairs by Arflex, Italy, 1952
By Arflex, Franco Albini
Located in Chiavari, Liguria
A rare pair of 1st edition armchairs with walnut frame, brass details and upholstered parts, model Fiorenza, designed by Franco Albini, produced by Arflex, Italy, 1952 Design, form,...
Brass
Fiorenza Armchair by Franco Albini for Arflex
By Franco Albini
Located in Munich, DE
Showroom model in wonderful condition. Black leather. Recent production of a design from 1952.
Leather
“Fiorenza” Chair by Franco Albini for Arflex 1960's
By Franco Albini
Located in Kampen, NL
Designed by Franco Albini in 1952, the Fiorenza chair is a celebrated icon of Italian mid-century design. Characterized by its sculptural wingback silhouette, plush upholstery, and e...
Velvet, Teak
Fiorenza Armchair and Stool by Franco Albini for Arflex
By Franco Albini
Located in Munich, DE
Showroom model in wonderful condition. Black leather. Recent production of a design from 1952.
Leather
Rosewood Veneered Pair of Wall Units by Franco Alibini, 1958
By Franco Albini
Located in Berlin, DE
Renowned pieces in furniture design are: the "Fiorenza" armchair for Arflex, 1952; in 1955 the "Luisa" chair; in 1956 the "Rocking chaise" for Poggi.
Wood, Rosewood
Franco Albini Woven Rattan Ottoman
By Franco Albini, Vittorio Bonacina
Located in Miami, FL
He based his design on a Minimalist aesthetic and produced several iconic pieces such as the Albini Desk, the Margherita, Gala and Luisa chairs, the Fiorenza armchair for Arflex and ...
Rattan
Iconic Franco Albini Woven Rattan Ottoman, 1960s
By Vittorio Bonacina, Franco Albini
Located in Miami, FL
He based his design on a Minimalist aesthetic and produced several iconic pieces such as the Albini Desk, the Margherita, Gala and Luisa chairs, the Fiorenza armchair for Arflex and ...
Rattan
Iconic Franco Albini Woven Rattan Ottoman, 1960s
By Vittorio Bonacina, Franco Albini
Located in Miami, FL
He based his design on a Minimalist aesthetic and produced several iconic pieces such as the Albini Desk, the Margherita, Gala and Luisa chairs, the Fiorenza armchair for Arflex and ...
Rattan
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H 30.32 in W 29.53 in D 24.41 in
Franco Albini Italian Mid Century Rattan, Cane Organic Sunburst Chair, 1950's
By Franco Albini
Located in Reading, Berkshire
In 1952 he created the "Fiorenza" armchair for Arflex; in 1955 the "Luisa" chair, for which he was awarded the Compasso d'Oro;[4] in 1956 the "Rocking chaise" for Poggi.
Rattan
Pair of Franco Albini Midcentury Rattan and Bamboo Italian Stools, 1960s
By Franco Albini
Located in Roma, IT
In 1952 he created the "Fiorenza" armchair for Arflex; in 1955 the "Luisa" chair; in 1956 the "Rocking chaise" for Poggi.
Bamboo, Rattan
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H 2.76 in Dm 17.72 in
Midcentury Round Rattan Italian Wall Mirror Attributed to Franco Albini, 1970s
By Franco Albini
Located in Roma, IT
In 1952 he created the "Fiorenza" armchair for Arflex; in 1955 the "Luisa" chair; in 1956 the "Rocking chaise" for Poggi.
Rattan, Mirror
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H 1.19 in Dm 18.9 in
Franco Albini Midcentury Italian Riviera Rattan and Bamboo Round Mirror, 1950s
By Franco Albini
Located in Roma, IT
In 1952 he created the "Fiorenza" armchair for Arflex; in 1955 the "Luisa" chair; in 1956 the "Rocking chaise" for Poggi.
Bamboo, Cane, Rattan, Mirror
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H 48.04 in Dm 18.12 in
Midcentury Bamboo and Rattan Italian Floor Lamp after Franco Albini, 1960s
By Franco Albini
Located in Roma, IT
In 1952 he created the "Fiorenza" armchair for Arflex; in 1955 the "Luisa" chair; in 1956 the "Rocking chaise" for Poggi.
Bamboo, Rattan
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H 48.04 in Dm 18.12 in
Midcentury Bamboo and Rattan Italian Floor Lamp after Franco Albini, 1960s
By Franco Albini
Located in Roma, IT
In 1952 he created the "Fiorenza" armchair for Arflex; in 1955 the "Luisa" chair; in 1956 the "Rocking chaise" for Poggi.
Bamboo, Rattan
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H 33.08 in W 35.04 in D 15.36 in
Midcentury Bamboo and Rattan Cocktail Console Table after Franco Albini, 1960s
By Franco Albini
Located in Roma, IT
In 1952 he created the "Fiorenza" armchair for Arflex; in 1955 the "Luisa" chair; in 1956 the "Rocking chaise" for Poggi.
Bamboo, Rattan, Wicker
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H 20.48 in W 10.63 in D 22.84 in
Midcentury Rattan Cane and Bamboo Italian Wall Shelf After Albini, 1960s
By Franco Albini
Located in Roma, IT
In 1952 he created the "Fiorenza" armchair for Arflex; in 1955 the "Luisa" chair; in 1956 the "Rocking chaise" for Poggi.
Cane
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H 15.36 in Dm 18.12 in
Pair of Franco Albini Midcentury Rattan and Bamboo Italian Ottoman Stools, 1960s
By Franco Albini
Located in Roma, IT
In 1952 he created the "Fiorenza" armchair for Arflex; in 1955 the "Luisa" chair; in 1956 the "Rocking chaise" for Poggi.
Bamboo, Rattan
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H 2.76 in Dm 24.02 in
French Riviera Mid-Century Modern Wicker Rattan Round Italian Wall Mirror, 1970s
By Franco Albini
Located in Roma, IT
In 1952 he created the "Fiorenza" armchair for Arflex; in 1955 the "Luisa" chair; in 1956 the "Rocking chaise" for Poggi.
Rattan, Mirror, Wicker
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H 12.01 in W 20.08 in D 14.57 in
Pair of Midcentury Rattan and Bamboo Italian Wall Shelves After Albini, 1960s
By Franco Albini
Located in Roma, IT
In 1952 he created the "Fiorenza" armchair for Arflex; in 1955 the "Luisa" chair; in 1956 the "Rocking chaise" for Poggi.
Bamboo, Rattan
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H 7.68 in W 8.67 in D 20.87 in
Midcentury Rattan and Bamboo Italian Wall Shelf After Albini, 1960s
By Franco Albini
Located in Roma, IT
In 1952 he created the "Fiorenza" armchair for Arflex; in 1955 the "Luisa" chair; in 1956 the "Rocking chaise" for Poggi.
Bamboo, Rattan
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H 15.16 in Dm 18.51 in
Franco Albini Midcentury Rattan and Bamboo Italian Ottoman Stool, Italy, 1960s
By Franco Albini
Located in Roma, IT
In 1952 he created the "Fiorenza" armchair for Arflex; in 1955 the "Luisa" chair; in 1956 the "Rocking chaise" for Poggi.
Bamboo, Rattan
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H 17.33 in Dm 18.12 in
Pair of Franco Albini Midcentury Rattan and Bamboo Italian Ottoman Stools, 1960s
By Franco Albini
Located in Roma, IT
In 1952 he created the "Fiorenza" armchair for Arflex; in 1955 the "Luisa" chair; in 1956 the "Rocking chaise" for Poggi.
Bamboo, Rattan
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H 21.66 in W 16.54 in D 1.78 in
Midcentury Franco Albini Rattan and Bamboo Italian Oval Mirror, 1950s
By Franco Albini
Located in Roma, IT
In 1952 he created the "Fiorenza" armchair for Arflex; in 1955 the "Luisa" chair; in 1956 the "Rocking chaise" for Poggi.
Bamboo, Cane, Rattan, Mirror
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H 28.35 in W 35.44 in D 17.33 in
Midcentury Bamboo Wicker and Glass Cocktail Console Table after Albini, 1970s
By Franco Albini
Located in Roma, IT
In 1952 he created the "Fiorenza" armchair for Arflex; in 1955 the "Luisa" chair; in 1956 the "Rocking chaise" for Poggi.
Bamboo, Rattan, Glass
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H 31.11 in W 24.81 in D 24.81 in
Pair of Midcentury Italian Rattan Shell-Shaped Armchairs, Italy, 1950s
By Franco Albini
Located in Roma, IT
In 1952 he created the "Fiorenza" armchair for Arflex; in 1955 the "Luisa" chair; in 1956 the "Rocking chaise" for Poggi.
Bamboo, Rattan
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H 29.53 in W 24.41 in D 1.97 in
Franco Albini Midcentury Curved Rattan and Bamboo Italian Oval Mirror, 1960s
By Franco Albini
Located in Roma, IT
In 1952 he created the "Fiorenza" armchair for Arflex; in 1955 the "Luisa" chair; in 1956 the "Rocking chaise" for Poggi.
Bamboo, Cane, Rattan, Mirror
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H 35.04 in W 33.86 in D 12.6 in
Midcentury Bamboo and Rattan Arched Console in the Style of Albini, 1970s
By Franco Albini
Located in Roma, IT
In 1952 he created the "Fiorenza" armchair for Arflex; in 1955 the "Luisa" chair; in 1956 the "Rocking chaise" for Poggi.
Bamboo, Rattan, Glass
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H 15.16 in Dm 17.72 in
Franco Albini Midcentury Rattan and Bamboo Italian Round Ottoman Stool, 1960s
By Franco Albini
Located in Roma, IT
In 1952 he created the "Fiorenza" armchair for Arflex; in 1955 the "Luisa" chair; in 1956 the "Rocking chaise" for Poggi.
Bamboo, Rattan
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H 28.75 in W 31.89 in D 16.15 in
Midcentury Bamboo and Rattan Arched Console in the Style of Albini, 1970s
By Franco Albini
Located in Roma, IT
In 1952 he created the "Fiorenza" armchair for Arflex; in 1955 the "Luisa" chair; in 1956 the "Rocking chaise" for Poggi.
Bamboo, Rattan, Glass
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H 9.06 in W 20.08 in D 8.67 in
Pair of Mid-Century Rattan and Bamboo Italian Wall Shelves After Albini, 1960s
By Franco Albini
Located in Roma, IT
In 1952 he created the "Fiorenza" armchair for Arflex; in 1955 the "Luisa" chair; in 1956 the "Rocking chaise" for Poggi.
Bamboo, Rattan
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H 22.84 in W 17.33 in D 1.58 in
Midcentury French Riviera Bamboo and Rattan Frame Rectangular Wall Mirror, 1960s
By Franco Albini
Located in Roma, IT
In 1952 he created the "Fiorenza" armchair for Arflex; in 1955 the "Luisa" chair; in 1956 the "Rocking chaise" for Poggi.
Rattan, Mirror, Bamboo
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H 18.9 in W 18.9 in D 1.78 in
Midcentury French Riviera Bamboo and Rattan Frame Squared Wall Mirror, 1960s
By Franco Albini
Located in Roma, IT
In 1952 he created the "Fiorenza" armchair for Arflex; in 1955 the "Luisa" chair; in 1956 the "Rocking chaise" for Poggi.
Rattan, Mirror
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H 11.23 in W 18.12 in D 8.67 in
Mid-Century Rattan and Formica Italian Wall Shelf After Albini, 1960s
By Franco Albini
Located in Roma, IT
In 1952 he created the "Fiorenza" armchair for Arflex; in 1955 the "Luisa" chair; in 1956 the "Rocking chaise" for Poggi.
Bamboo, Rattan, Formica
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H 15.75 in Dm 20.87 in
Midcentury Ottoman Stool in Bamboo and Rattan Franco Albini Style, Italy, 1960s
By Franco Albini
Located in Rome, IT
In 1952 he created the "Fiorenza" armchair for Arflex; in 1955 the "Luisa" chair; in 1956 the "Rocking chaise" for Poggi.
Bamboo, Rattan
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H 32.68 in W 34.65 in D 14.97 in
Midcentury Bamboo and Rattan Cocktail Console Table after Franco Albini, 1960s
By Franco Albini
Located in Roma, IT
In 1952 he created the "Fiorenza" armchair for Arflex; in 1955 the "Luisa" chair; in 1956 the "Rocking chaise" for Poggi.
Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan
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H 8.67 in W 16.54 in D 9.45 in L 8.67 in
Franco Albini Midcentury Wall Shelf in Curved Rattan and Bamboo, Italy 1960s
By Franco Albini
Located in Roma, IT
In 1952 he created the "Fiorenza" armchair for Arflex; in 1955 the "Luisa" chair; in 1956 the "Rocking chaise" for Poggi.
Bamboo, Cane, Rattan
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H 15.75 in Dm 18.12 in
Italian Pouf Stool or Side Table in Rattan and Bamboo, by Franco Albini, 1960s
By Franco Albini
Located in Roma, IT
In 1952 he created the "Fiorenza" armchair for Arflex; in 1955 the "Luisa" chair; in 1956 the "Rocking chaise" for Poggi.
Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan
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H 6.7 in W 9.06 in D 19.69 in
Pair of Midcentury Rattan and Bamboo Italian Wall Shelves after Albini, 1960s
By Franco Albini
Located in Roma, IT
In 1952 he created the "Fiorenza" armchair for Arflex; in 1955 the "Luisa" chair; in 1956 the "Rocking chaise" for Poggi.
Bamboo, Rattan
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H 46.46 in Dm 16.93 in
Set of Three Midcentury Bamboo and Rattan Italian Floor Lamp after Franco Albini
By Franco Albini
Located in Roma, IT
In 1952 he created the "Fiorenza" armchair for Arflex; in 1955 the "Luisa" chair; in 1956 the "Rocking chaise" for Poggi.
Fabric
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H 39.38 in Dm 19.3 in
Midcentury Bamboo Cane and Rattan Italian Floor Lamp after Franco Albini, 1970s
By Franco Albini
Located in Roma, IT
In 1952 he created the "Fiorenza" armchair for Arflex; in 1955 the "Luisa" chair; in 1956 the "Rocking chair" for Poggi.
Bamboo, Rattan, Fabric, Cane
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H 11.82 in W 38.98 in D 9.06 in
Midcentury Rattan Italian Coat Rack With Shelf, Franco Albini for Bonacina 1960s
By Bonacina, Franco Albini and Franca Helg
Located in Roma, IT
In 1952 he created the "Fiorenza" armchair for Arflex; in 1955 the "Luisa" chair; in 1956 the "Rocking chaise" for Poggi.
Rattan, Bamboo
Franco Albini Pair of Rattan and Bamboo Round Ottoman Stool, Italy, 1960s
By Franco Albini
Located in Roma, IT
In 1952 he created the "Fiorenza" armchair for Arflex; in 1955 the "Luisa" chair; in 1956 the "Rocking chaise" for Poggi.
Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan
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H 29.93 in W 29.93 in D 1.58 in
Midcentury French Riviera Bamboo and Rattan Frame Squared Wall Mirror, 1960s
By Franco Albini
Located in Roma, IT
In 1952 he created the "Fiorenza" armchair for Arflex; in 1955 the "Luisa" chair; in 1956 the "Rocking chaise" for Poggi.
Rattan, Mirror, Bamboo, Wicker, Cane
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H 10.24 in W 20.87 in D 11.03 in
Midcentury Rattan and Bamboo Wall Shelf, Franco Albini, Italy, 1960s
By Franco Albini
Located in Roma, IT
In 1952 he created the "Fiorenza" armchair for Arflex; in 1955 the "Luisa" chair; in 1956 the "Rocking chaise" for Poggi.
Bamboo, Rattan, Wicker, Cane
French Riviera Bamboo and Rattan Square Wall Mirror, Italy 1960s
By Franco Albini
Located in Roma, IT
In 1952 he created the "Fiorenza" armchair for Arflex; in 1955 the "Luisa" chair; in 1956 the "Rocking chaise" for Poggi.
Bamboo, Wicker, Cane, Rattan, Mirror
Sold
H 9.85 in W 20.48 in D 9.45 in
Midcentury Rattan and Bamboo Wall Shelf or Console, Franco Albini, Italy, 1960s
By Franco Albini
Located in Roma, IT
In 1952 he created the "Fiorenza" armchair for Arflex; in 1955 the "Luisa" chair; in 1956 the "Rocking chaise" for Poggi.
Bamboo, Wicker, Cane, Rattan
$5,088 / set
H 35.04 in W 27.96 in D 35.04 in
Erberto Carboni 'Delfino' Lounge Chair and Ottoman for Arflex
By Arflex, Erberto Carboni
Located in Tilburg, NL
Erberto Carboni 'Delfino' Lounge Chair + Ottoman 1954 for Arflex, Italy. New, Current production. Delfino armchair by Erberto Carboni is a significant example of the so-called "orga...
Metal
$10,654 / set
H 35.83 in W 31.11 in D 39.38 in L 35.83 in
First Edition Poltrona Frau Metropolis Armchairs, Italy, 1950s
By Guglielmo Ulrich, Poltrona Frau, Gio Ponti, Melchiorre Bega
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
A rare pair of first edition Metropolis armchairs by Poltrona Frau, Italy 1950s. Newly upholstered in a bespoke, premium, soft, pure alpaca wool fabric. Fast shipping worldwide.
Alpaca, Wood
Marco Zanuso Senior Armchairs 1950-1960 for Arflex
By Marco Zanuso
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous senior chairs that even a junior can sit in. Re-upholstery.
Brass
$6,849 / 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
$41,094 / set
H 34.26 in W 27.56 in D 34.26 in
Digamma Armchair by Ignazio Gardella Gavina Blue Velvet, Italian Modernism
By Ignazio Gardella
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Designed by Ignazio Gardella in 1957, the Digamma armchair is a comfortable chair rooted in the tradition of late Italian modernism. Its rational structure features two geometric sec...
Brass
$2,043
H 37.8 in W 25.2 in D 29.93 in
Red Fabric & Black Metal Reclining Armchair Oscar by N. Pini for Novarredo, 1959
By Novarredo Livorno, Nello Pini
Located in Varese, Lombardia
Reclining armchair "Oscar" produced by Novarredo and designed by Nello Pini. Red fabric covering with yellow and blue inserts. Painted metal and wood structure. Padding in fairly goo...
Metal
Ginotta Chair By Enrico Franzolini for Crassevig
By Crassevig, Enrico Franzolini
Located in New York, NY
The Ginotta Arm Chair, designed by Enrico Franzolini for Crassevig in 1989. This piece was manufactured in Italy and imported to the USA for distribution by Knoll. Sculptural design ...
Steel, Chrome
Erberto Carboni 'Delfino' Lounge Chair for Arflex
By Arflex, Erberto Carboni
Located in Tilburg, NL
Erberto Carboni 'Delfino' Lounge Chair designed in 1954 for Arflex, Italy. New, Current production. Delfino armchair by Erberto Carboni is a significant example of the so-called "or...
Metal
$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
$1,600 / set
H 30.5 in W 30.5 in D 28 in
Pr. Mid-Century Lounge Chairs Attributed to Directional Ca 1950's
By Paul McCobb, Directional
Located in New York, NY
Pr. stylish lounge chairs made inn the 1950's, attributed to Directional Furniture Company, in the manner of Paul McCobb. Both chairs are structurally sound and sturdy, they were reu...
Upholstery
Original SENIOR Armchair by Marco ZANUSO, Arflex Italy
By Marco Zanuso
Located in Berlin, Berlin
An early original 'Senior' lounge chair, upholstered in new green English velvet. Metal frame with brass leg fittings and wooden construction. Literature: Repertorio del Design Ital...
Velvet
Wingback Lounge Chairs by Adrian Pearsall, C. 1950s
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Westport, CT
Set of vintage wingback lounge chairs by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates, circa 1950–1959. These iconic chairs feature sculpted walnut bases and dramatic arm details, refinished...
Linen, Walnut
$21,900 / set
H 39.4 in W 28 in D 31.5 in
Vintage Pair of Italian 'Senior Chairs' / Lounge Chairs, Marco Zanuso Style
By Arflex, Marco Zanuso
Located in New York, NY
Rare, Elegant and comfortable pair of vintage Italian Mid-Century Modern "Senior Chairs" Attributed to Marco Zanuso, circa 1953. These armchairs / lounge chairs have high backs and a...
Brass
$9,015 / set
H 31.89 in W 25.2 in D 29.93 in
Carlo de Carli Model 806 Chairs, Produced by Cassina, Italy, 1950s
By Carlo di Carli
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
Carlo de Carli Model 806 armchairs, produced by Cassina, Italy, 1950s. Oak legs with dark grey (with a hint of brown) 100% mohair fabric. Fast shipping worldwide.
Fabric, Oak
$1,369Sale Price|20% Off
H 33.86 in W 27.56 in D 24.81 in
Ezio Longhi Mitzi Armchair in Black Wood and Red Velvet for Elam Italy 1950s
By Ezio Longhi, Elam
Located in Cascina, Pisa
Mid-century modern Mitzi armchair with a black ebonized wooden structure, seat, and, back upholstered with a bright red velvet. Designed by the Italian designer Ezio Longhi for E...
Velvet, Wood
$1,244 / item
H 33.08 in W 17.72 in D 16.93 in
Italian Single Toscana Chair Designed by Piero Sartogo for Saporiti
Located in Sofia, BG
Here we present a single Toscana chair designed by Piero Sartogo for Saporiti in 1986. It feature a curved burl veneer back creating a beautiful biomorphic asymmetrical look. The sea...
Leather, Wood
$1,130
H 16.93 in W 22.05 in D 10.24 in
Black 20th century design low sofa table att. to Mathieu Matégot circa 1960
By Mathieu Matégot
Located in Neuilly-en- sancerre, FR
Attributed to Mathieu Matégot 20th century design black metal low sofa table Very good condition Black painting and brass foot base Height 43 cm Longer 56 cm Large 26 cm
Metal
$36,000 / set
H 33 in W 17 in D 17 in
Set of 8 “MT 552” Dining Chairs in Rosewood & Cane, Geraldo de Barros, Brazil
By Geraldo de Barros
Located in New York, NY
Among the defining achievements of early Brazilian Modernism, the MT 552 dining chair by Geraldo de Barros embodies a rare convergence of artistic rigor, industrial innovation, and a...
Cane, Rosewood
Opinion Ciatti Tab.u Small Stool
By Bruno Rainaldi, Opinion Ciatti
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Take a wooden frame, cover it in aluminium and then work its surface, ""scrunch” it by hand to achieve a crimpled profile. This is the process at the core of the Tab.u Collection, st...
Aluminum
$5,022 / item
H 27.56 in Dm 55.91 in
Orbitale Brass Chandelier 5 Rotating Balanced Arms, Stilnovo Style, Brass Shades
By Silvio Piattelli, Stilnovo
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
This stunning bespoke brass chandelier is cleverly designed to work perfectly with lower ceilings. It features five rotating arms with a minimum height of 28 in. (70 cm). The arms ar...
Metal, Brass
Rooted Floor Lamp With Walnut Shade And Spalted Maple Base
By Brett Paulin
Located in Toronto, Ontario
The Rooted floor lamp emerges from the quiet embrace of spalted maple, a material that carries the weight of time within its organic patterns. The base and spine rise with a certain ...
Walnut
$2,860 / item
H 29.93 in W 23.63 in D 23.63 in
Ethnic Straw Armchair by +55design Brazilian Design with Indigenous Craft
By Neca Abrantes
Located in Jardim America, SP
This rotating armchair by Neca Abrantes is a striking fusion of contemporary Brazilian design and indigenous handcrafted traditions. Known for her deep passion for native craftsmansh...
Straw
$8,600 / item
H 33.47 in W 77.17 in D 16.93 in
Weave 196, Credenza from Ringvide. Solid Birch wood, natural oil. Scandinavian
By Lukas Dahlén
Located in Visby, SE
Weave 196 Birch natural oil Weave credenza, made of solid birch wood and laminated birch veneér. Modern yet classic, bold yet modest the credenza serves as a great example of Scand...
Birch
$1,900 / item
H 25 in W 10 in D 10 in
FIN table lamp, oxblood red glaze, hand built ceramic dome lamp by Kalin Asenov
By Kalin Asenov
Located in Savannah, GA
FIN Table Light in Oxblood Lustre — a captivating statement in rich, opulent red. The luxurious glaze, a deep crimson reminiscent of polished garnet, embodies refined craftsmanship a...
Ceramic
Bronze Art Deco Vase by GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget, Sweden, 1930s
By GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget, Sune Bäckström, Just Andersen
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful Art Deco bronze vase with amazing patina. Made by GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget, Sweden, 1930s. Fair condition, a lot of scratches to the patination. Stamped 'BRONS' and ...
Bronze
Murano Square Flush Mount or Wall Sconce
Located in Bridgewater, CT
Blown Murano glass flush mount or wall sconce.
Murano Glass
$3,990 / item
H 34 in W 31 in D 40 in
Custom Made to Order Belgian Linen Slip Cover Club Chair with Down Cushion
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
This White Linen Slip-Covered Lounge Chair fits as the perfect accent to any room. It's the perfect chair to have adjacent to a sofa, and can make every pillow look delightful in the...
Cotton, Linen, Wood, Down
Charlotte Pedestal
By Josh Greene
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Designed by Josh Greene. Square oak pedestal.
Oak
The Howard, Custom Made Belgian Linen Armchair
Located in Jesteburg, DE
Introducing the home collection. A small selection of timeless Flemish designs made by hand for us in a small third generation workshop in Belgium. Has been used by many influent...
Linen
George Smith Mohair Velvet Ottoman Sofa Banquette
By George Smith
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Monumental bespoke mohair velvet tufted sectional banquette sofa custom designed by George Smith, London UK. The grand "ottoman sofa" was commissioned by Samantha Todhunter Design fo...
Mohair, Hardwood
$149 / item
H 22 in W 22 in D 9 in
The Fringe Linen Accent Pillow in Rust Havane Color Includes Down Feather Insert
By Bloom Home Inc
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
The Fringe Collection Sewn with a brass zipper closure and overlocked seams, this nubby linen textured pillow has a rust, brown tone. A perfect accent pillow to blend seamlessly into...
Linen, Down
Erberto Carboni 'Delfino' Lounge Chair for Arflex 1954
By Arflex, Erberto Carboni
Located in Tilburg, NL
Erberto Carboni 'Delfino' Lounge Chair designed in 1954 for Arflex, Italy. New, Current production. Delfino armchair by Erberto Carboni is a significant example of the so-called "or...
Metal
Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three terms that well describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living.
ORIGINS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW
ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS
VINTAGE MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS
The mid-century modern era saw leagues of postwar American architects and designers animated by new ideas and new technology. The lean, functionalist International-style architecture of Le Corbusier and Bauhaus eminences Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Walter Gropius had been promoted in the United States during the 1930s by Philip Johnson and others. New building techniques, such as “post-and-beam” construction, allowed the International-style schemes to be realized on a small scale in open-plan houses with long walls of glass.
Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century modern furniture designs. Charles and Ray Eames and Eero Saarinen, who had experimented extensively with molded plywood, eagerly embraced fiberglass for pieces such as the La Chaise and the Womb chair, respectively.
Architect, writer and designer George Nelson created with his team shades for the Bubble lamp using a new translucent polymer skin and, as design director at Herman Miller, recruited the Eameses, Alexander Girard and others for projects at the legendary Michigan furniture manufacturer.
Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi devised chairs and tables built of wire mesh and wire struts. Materials were repurposed too: The Danish-born designer Jens Risom created a line of chairs using surplus parachute straps for webbed seats and backrests.
The Risom lounge chair was among the first pieces of furniture commissioned and produced by celebrated manufacturer Knoll, a chief influencer in the rise of modern design in the United States, thanks to the work of Florence Knoll, the pioneering architect and designer who made the firm a leader in its field. The seating that Knoll created for office spaces — as well as pieces designed by Florence initially for commercial clients — soon became desirable for the home.
As the demand for casual, uncluttered furnishings grew, more mid-century furniture designers caught the spirit.
Classically oriented creators such as Edward Wormley, house designer for Dunbar Inc., offered such pieces as the sinuous Listen to Me chaise; the British expatriate T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings switched gears, creating items such as the tiered, biomorphic Mesa table. There were Young Turks such as Paul McCobb, who designed holistic groups of sleek, blond wood furniture, and Milo Baughman, who espoused a West Coast aesthetic in minimalist teak dining tables and lushly upholstered chairs and sofas with angular steel frames.
Generations turn over, and mid-century modern remains arguably the most popular style going. As the collection of vintage mid-century modern chairs, dressers, coffee tables and other furniture for the living room, dining room, bedroom and elsewhere on 1stDibs demonstrates, this period saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history.
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Prehistoric motifs give the mid-century Italian fireplace an elemental feel.
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Designer Susan Yeley turned to 1stDibs to outfit an Indiana home with standout pieces that complement its modernist style.
