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1950's Italian Armchairs
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Wonderful pair of 1950's Italian armchairs with open arm shape and black iron base. Great angular
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Vintage 1950s Italian Armchairs

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Steel, Brass

1950's Italian Armchairs
1950's Italian Armchairs
H 38.5 in W 27.5 in D 33.75 in
1950's Italian Armchair and matching stool
Located in London, Fitzrovia
1950's Italian Armchair and matching stool
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Metal, Brass

1950's Italian Armchair and matching stool
1950's Italian Armchair and matching stool
H 33.86 in W 25.2 in D 31.5 in
1950s Italian Armchairs in the Style of Gianfranco Frattini
By Gianfranco Frattini
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
room's energy with the two red 1950s Italian Armchairs. Their simple design is empowered by the bold arms
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2010s Italian Armchairs

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Metal, Brass

Pair of 1950s Italian Armchairs in the Style of Paolo Buffa
By Paolo Buffa
Located in London, London
Pair of Armchairs in the style of Paolo Buffa. A sophisticated pair of 1950s Italian armchairs in
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Velvet, Beech

1950's Italian Armchairs in the Style of Gianfranco Frattini
By Gianfranco Frattini
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
room's energy with the two red 1950's Italian Armchairs. Their simple design is empowered by the bold
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Brass

A pair of 1950s Italian armchairs attributed to Paolo Buffa, newly upholstered
By Paolo Buffa
Located in London, GB
A pair of 1950s Italian armchairs attributed to Paolo Buffa newly upholstered in Designers Guild
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Velvet, Beech

Grey Fabric and Wood 1950s Italian Armchair
By Gio Ponti, Carlo De Carli
Located in Varese, Lombardia
This beautiful vintage armchair was produced in the style of Gio Ponti and Carlo de Carli, circa
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Fabric, Wood

Grey Fabric and Wood 1950s Italian Armchair
Grey Fabric and Wood 1950s Italian Armchair
H 35.24 in W 25.99 in D 23.63 in
Pair of Large 1950s Italian Armchairs in Chocolate Bouclé
Located in London, London
Well made frame Seat height 42cm Italy 1950s.
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Beech

Pair of 1950s Italian Armchairs Featuring Vintage Print Upholstery by LaDoubleJ
Located in Chicago, IL
Set of two 1950s wooden armchairs with newly upholstered cushions. The chairs were sourced in Milan
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Cotton, Wood

Midcentury Pair of 1950s Italian Armchairs in the Style of Guglielmo Veronesi
Located in London, London
fabric Italy, 1950s.
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Fabric

Pair of Mid-Century armchairs in the style of Paolo Buffa, Italy 1950s
By Paolo Buffa
Located in Argelato, BO
1950s Italian armchairs, polished solid wood structure and fabric cushions, an iconic and very refined
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Fabric, Wood

Pair of Mid-Century armchairs in the style of Paolo Buffa, Italy 1950s
By Paolo Buffa
Located in Argelato, BO
1950s Italian armchairs, polished solid wood structure and fabric cushions, an iconic and very refined
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Fabric, Wood

Italian Armchairs in Green Velvet and Wood
By Midcentury Italian school
Located in Milano, IT
Elegant pair of 1950's Italian armchairs. The armchairs have beautiful geometric shapes that are
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Velvet, Wood

Italian Armchairs in Green Velvet and Wood
Italian Armchairs in Green Velvet and Wood
H 32.68 in W 27.56 in D 24.81 in
Italian Mid Century Armchairs in the Style of Marco Zanuso
By Marco Zanuso
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
beliefs, you can take advantage of the mid-century design with the 1950's Italian Armchairs in a
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Bronze

1950s Mid-Century Modern Italian Armchairs in Wood and Bicolor Fabric
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Armchairs, stained beech, faux leather, Italy, 1950s Italian armchairs exemplary of 1950s mid
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Faux Leather, Beech

1950's Italian Lounge Chairs in Fuschia Velvet
By (After) Gio Ponti
Located in Hanover, MA
Three incredibly stylish 1950s Italian armchairs very similar to Gio Ponti's designs for Hotel
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Upholstery, Walnut

Midcentury White Velvet and Beech Wood Italian Club Armchairs, 1950
Located in Rome, IT
Refined fabric and linear shape for a pair of 1950s Italian armchairs. This extraordinary pair of
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Fabric, Velvet, Wood

Pair of Italian Armchairs of Fratelli Consonni Production in Purple Velvet
By Midcentury Italian school
Located in Milano, IT
Elegant pair of 1950's Italian armchairs reupholstered in purple velvet fabric. Finishing the
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Velvet, Walnut

1950s Pairs of Restored Italian Armchairs
By Gio Ponti
Located in Paris, FR
A captivating pair of 1950s Italian armchairs, restored and attributed to Gio Ponti, for Casa e
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Upholstery, Velvet

1950s Pairs of Restored Italian Armchairs
1950s Pairs of Restored Italian Armchairs
H 31.11 in W 34.26 in D 14.18 in
Rare pair of Italian armchairs with elegant scrollwork
Located in Milano, IT
of refined beauty. Here is a pair of exquisite 1950s Italian armchairs, each a testament to the
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Fabric, Wood

Italian Mid Century Armchairs in the Style of Marco Zanuso
By Marco Zanuso
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
beliefs, you can take advantage of the mid-century design with the 1950's Italian Armchairs in a
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20th Century Italian Dining Room Chairs

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Silk

1950's Solid Brass Modern Italian Armchair
Located in New York, NY
1950's solid brass modern Italian side armchair with velvet uhplstery, in vintage condition with
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Brass

1950's Italian Restored Mid-Century Armchair
Located in Paris, FR
in a royal green quilted velvet fabric. Italy. Circa 1950's ---- We are an exhibition
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Brass

1950's Italian Restored Mid-Century Armchair
1950's Italian Restored Mid-Century Armchair
H 33.08 in W 31.5 in D 29.53 in
Marco Zanuso Single Martingala Armchair, Italy 1950's
By Marco Zanuso
Located in New York, NY
A Martingale armchair by Marco Zanuso for Arflex. It takes its name from the pleated feature on its
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Brass

Italian 1950s Armchair
Located in CA, CA
Italian 1950s mid-century striking armchair, upholstered in green wool on brass legs.
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Upholstery

Italian 1950s Armchair
Italian 1950s Armchair
H 37.41 in W 33.08 in D 26.78 in
Golden Marco Zanuso “Regent” Armchair, Italy 1950's
By Marco Zanuso
Located in New York, NY
Classic Regent armchair by Marco Zanuso with its Ottoman, both on casters, we also have the round
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Velvet

1950's Italian Restored Mid-Century Gio Ponti Attributed Armchairs
By Gio Ponti
Located in Paris, FR
A set of two Italian armchairs crafted in the 1950s and attributed to the legendary designer Gio
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Upholstery

Mid-Century Set of Italian Armchairs, 1950's
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Very nice pair of Italian armchairs, fabricated in the 50's. Comfortable seat and elegant design
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Steel

Mid-Century Set of Italian Armchairs, 1950's
Mid-Century Set of Italian Armchairs, 1950's
H 31.5 in W 30.32 in D 32.68 in
Gio Ponti (Manner) Swiveling Armchairs, Italy 1950's
By (After) Gio Ponti
Located in New York, NY
Large pair of swiveling armchairs very similar to Gio Ponti. Upholstered wood on solid cut and
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Cut Steel

Guglielmo Veronesi, 2 Perla Armchairs, Wood, White Fabric, ISA, Italy 1950s
By I.S.A. Italy
Located in Argelato, BO
Authentic icon of Made in Italy design, the "Perla" armchairs was designed by Giulia Veronesi and
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Velvet, Wood

1950's Italian Lady Armchair of Marco Zanuso for Arflex
By Marco Zanuso
Located in Paris, FR
restored with new foam padding in a light grey upholstery. Italy. Circa 1950's. Marco Zanuso's prolific
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Brass

Guglielmo Veronesi, 2 Perla Armchairs, Wood, White Fabric, ISA, Italy 1950s
By I.S.A. Italy
Located in Argelato, BO
Authentic icon of Made in Italy design, the "Perla" armchairs was designed by Giulia Veronesi and
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Velvet, Wood

Italian armchair, 1950s
Located in Palermo, PA
Italian armchair, 1950s. Dimensions: H= 86 cm; W= 77 cm; D= 82 cm; H seat= 40 cm.
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Wood

Italian armchair, 1950s
Italian armchair, 1950s
H 33.86 in W 30.32 in D 32.29 in
1950s Restored Italian Armchair
Located in Praha, CZ
- Newly upholstered in quality velvet fabric including the new padding
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Fabric, Wood, Velvet

1950s Restored Italian Armchair
1950s Restored Italian Armchair
H 35.04 in W 34.65 in D 30.71 in
Single Armchair, Italy, 1950s
Located in New York, NY
Over-upholstered chair with a steeply reclined back, down curved arms and four tapered tinted wooden legs.        
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Velvet, Wood

Single Armchair, Italy, 1950s
Single Armchair, Italy, 1950s
H 30 in W 32 in D 36 in
Italian Vintage Mid-Century Armchairs, Set of Two, 1950's
Located in Paris, FR
endings. Italy, circa 1950s. ____ We are an exhibition space and an online destination established by
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Aluminum, Steel

Pair of Italian 1950's Wing High Back Armchairs
Located in New York, NY
A pair of sculptural Italian 1950's wing high back arm chairs; supported on elegant walnut legs the
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Brass

Splendid Italian 1950s Bamboo Armchair
Located in Milan, IT
Intricate Italian 1950s bamboo armchair.
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Bamboo

Splendid Italian 1950s Bamboo Armchair
Splendid Italian 1950s Bamboo Armchair
H 42.13 in W 22.05 in D 27.56 in
Vintage Vinyl Armchair, Italy, 1950s
Located in Roma, IT
This vintage vinyl armchair is a design furniture produced in Italy in the 1950s. Imitation
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Vintage 1950s Italian Armchairs

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Leather

Vintage Vinyl Armchair, Italy, 1950s
Vintage Vinyl Armchair, Italy, 1950s
H 23.63 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in
Vintage Armchair, Italian Production, 1950s
Located in Roma, IT
Blue Armchair is an original decorative object realized in the 1950s by Italian Manufacture
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Vintage 1950s Italian Armchairs

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Fabric, Wood

Vintage Armchair, Italian Production, 1950s
Vintage Armchair, Italian Production, 1950s
H 41.74 in W 27.17 in D 24.02 in
Italian Midcentury Beechwood Armchair, 1950s
Located in Paris, FR
A 20th century vintage Italian armchair designed with curved armrests and splayed and tapered front
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Velvet, Beech

Italian Midcentury Beechwood Armchair, 1950s
Italian Midcentury Beechwood Armchair, 1950s
H 37.01 in W 23.04 in D 23.63 in
Pair of Mid-Century Armchairs in the style of Guglielmo Veronesi, Italy 1950s
By I.S.A. Italy
Located in Argelato, BO
Rare pair of Mid-Century armchairs in the style of Guglielmo Veronesi, Italy, 1950s. An elegant
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Fabric, Wood

1950's Mid-Century Modern Restored Armchair
Located in Paris, FR
An expertly restored 20th-century vintage armchair or lounge chair in typical Italian mid-century
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Brass

1950's Mid-Century Modern Restored Armchair
1950's Mid-Century Modern Restored Armchair
H 33.47 in W 31.5 in D 31.5 in
1950s Style Italian Armchairs
Located in London, London
Armchairs 1950s style Ribbed turned feet Seat height 39cm These chairs are normally in stock in
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Fabric, Beech

1950s Style Italian Armchairs
1950s Style Italian Armchairs
H 28.75 in W 40.56 in D 32.29 in
Pair of Vintage Armchairs in Bright Yellow Velvet , 1950's Mid Century Italian
By Gio Ponti
Located in Milano, IT
Pair of Armchairs - Italian Designer Lounge Chairs - Modernist Furniture - Armchairs in Wood and
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Velvet, Wood

Modernist Green Sprung Rocking Chairs, Italy, 1950's
Located in Austin, TX
beech angular chair frames are in original condition. Upholstery is recent. Italy, 1950's
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Wool, Beech

Mid century Italian armchair, 1950s
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Mid century italian armchair with green vinyl upholstery and black lacquer tubular frame
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Metal

Mid century Italian armchair, 1950s
Mid century Italian armchair, 1950s
H 33.86 in W 25.99 in D 27.56 in
Pair of egg-shaped armchairs, Italy, 1950s
Located in Paris, FR
Pair of egg-shaped armchairs, Italy, 1950s
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Vintage 1950s Italian Armchairs

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Wood

Pair of egg-shaped armchairs, Italy, 1950s
Pair of egg-shaped armchairs, Italy, 1950s
H 26.78 in W 33.86 in D 29.53 in
Pair of Mid-Century Armchairs, Italy 1950s
Located in Brussels, BE
Pair of mid-century armchairs - Italy 1950s.
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Vintage 1950s Italian Armchairs

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Textile

Pair of Mid-Century Armchairs, Italy 1950s
Pair of Mid-Century Armchairs, Italy 1950s
H 32.29 in W 32.29 in D 29.93 in
Large Italian 1950s Bamboo and Wicker Armchair
By Janine Abraham / Dirk Jan Rol, Franco Albini
Located in Milan, IT
Large Italian 1950s Bamboo and Wicker Armchair
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan

Large Italian 1950s Bamboo and Wicker Armchair
Large Italian 1950s Bamboo and Wicker Armchair
H 41.34 in W 34.65 in D 31.11 in
Pair of Italian armchairs, 1950s
Located in Palermo, PA
Pair of Italian armchairs, 1950s. Dimensions: H= 76 cm; W= 51 cm; D= 57 cm; H S= 38 cm.
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Brass

Pair of Italian armchairs, 1950s
Pair of Italian armchairs, 1950s
H 29.93 in W 20.08 in D 22.45 in
Midcentury Italian Optical Armchairs, 1950s
Located in Meda, MB
This Italian vintage armchair was produced in Italy in the 1950s. It has been completely
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Metal, Brass

Midcentury Italian Optical Armchairs, 1950s
Midcentury Italian Optical Armchairs, 1950s
H 31.11 in W 32.29 in D 30.71 in
Grey Upholstered Armchair, Italy 1950s
By Gio Ponti
Located in London, GB
Mid Century Italian designed armchair reupholstered in grey colour velvety fabric on bronze legs
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Fabric

Grey Upholstered Armchair, Italy 1950s
Grey Upholstered Armchair, Italy 1950s
H 36.23 in W 28.35 in D 25.6 in
Pair of Chromed Tubular Armchairs, Italy 1950s
Located in New York, NY
back, Italy, 1950s. Manufacturer: Industria Mobili Parmense. Manufacturer's label on back. Dimensions
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Metal

Set of Two Plywood Armchairs, Italy, 1950s
By Joseph-André Motte
Located in Milan, IT
Remarkable set of two Italian 1950s armchairs. Thin metal frame and sleek shaped seat with visual
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Metal

Set of Two Plywood Armchairs, Italy, 1950s
Set of Two Plywood Armchairs, Italy, 1950s
H 31.5 in W 27.56 in D 22.45 in
Melchiorre Bega Armchair, Italy 1950s
By Melchiorre Bega
Located in Wolfurt, AT
Armchair designed by Melchiorre Bega. These elegantly proportioned wingback chair features tapered
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Textile, Nutwood

Melchiorre Bega Armchair, Italy 1950s
Melchiorre Bega Armchair, Italy 1950s
H 39.38 in W 31.5 in D 35.44 in
Italian Swivel Longue Armchair 1950s
Located in Čelinac, BA
Italian Swivel longue chair in style of Ico Parisi
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Fabric

Italian Swivel Longue Armchair 1950s
Italian Swivel Longue Armchair 1950s
H 28.35 in W 26.78 in D 27.56 in
Pair of Reupholstered Italian Armchairs, Italy, 1950s
Located in Wolfurt, AT
This pair of armchairs was made in Italy in the 1950s. Both pieces of furniture have been
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Brass

Upholstered Italian Armchairs attributed to Paolo Buffa, Italy 1950s
By Paolo Buffa
Located in Utrecht, NL
of armchairs is attributed to Italian design icon, Paolo Buffa. Coinciding with contemporary debates
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Fabric, Wood

1950s Pair of Armchair, Italy
Located in Praha, CZ
- good/very good original condition - The upholstery has bee replaced few years ago and its in good/very good condition - can be used immediately
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Fabric

1950s Pair of Armchair, Italy
1950s Pair of Armchair, Italy
H 35.44 in W 34.65 in D 31.5 in
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1950s Italian Armchairs For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of 1950s Italian armchairs is available at 1stDibs. Each of these unique 1950s Italian armchairs was constructed with extraordinary care, often using fabric, wood and metal. We have 2769 antique and vintage 1950s Italian armchairs in-stock, while there are 9 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. Mid-Century Modern, Modern and Art Deco 1950s Italian armchairs are consistently popular styles. There have been many well-made 1950s Italian armchairs over the years, but those made by Marco Zanuso, Gio Ponti and ISA Bergamo are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much are 1950s Italian Armchairs?

1950s Italian armchairs can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $4,689, while the lowest priced sells for $1 and the highest can go for as much as $55,000.

Finding the Right Seating for You

With entire areas of our homes reserved for “sitting rooms,” the value of quality antique and vintage seating cannot be overstated.

Fortunately, the design of side chairs, armchairs and other lounge furniture — since what were, quite literally, the early perches of our ancestors — has evolved considerably.

Among the earliest standard seating furniture were stools. Egyptian stools, for example, designed for one person with no seat back, were x-shaped and typically folded to be tucked away. These rudimentary chairs informed the design of Greek and Roman stools, all of which were a long way from Sori Yanagi's Butterfly stool or Alvar Aalto's Stool 60. In the 18th century and earlier, seats with backs and armrests were largely reserved for high nobility.

The seating of today is more inclusive but the style and placement of chairs can still make a statement. Antique desk chairs and armchairs designed in the style of Louis XV, which eventually included painted furniture and were often made of rare woods, feature prominently curved legs as well as Chinese themes and varied ornaments. Much like the thrones of fairy tales and the regency, elegant lounges crafted in the Louis XV style convey wealth and prestige. In the kitchen, the dining chair placed at the head of the table is typically reserved for the head of the household or a revered guest.

Of course, with luxurious vintage or antique furnishings, every chair can seem like the best seat in the house. Whether your preference is stretching out on a plush sofa, such as the Serpentine, designed by Vladimir Kagan, or cozying up in a vintage wingback chair, there is likely to be a comfy classic or contemporary gem for you on 1stDibs.

With respect to the latest obsessions in design, cane seating has been cropping up everywhere, from sleek armchairs to lounge chairs, while bouclé fabric, a staple of modern furniture design, can be seen in mid-century modern, Scandinavian modern and Hollywood Regency furniture styles.

Admirers of the sophisticated craftsmanship and dark woods frequently associated with mid-century modern seating can find timeless furnishings in our expansive collection of lounge chairs, dining chairs and other items — whether they’re vintage editions or alluring official reproductions of iconic designs from the likes of Hans Wegner or from Charles and Ray Eames. Shop our inventory of Egg chairs, designed in 1958 by Arne Jacobsen, the Florence Knoll lounge chair and more.

No matter your style, the collection of unique chairs, sofas and other seating on 1stDibs is surely worthy of a standing ovation.

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 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 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 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 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.