Architectural Plywood Armchair, Italy, 1960s
Located in Milan, IT
Rare plywood armchair. The chair features propeller-shaped sides, solid wood armrests and brass connections details.
Vintage 1960s Italian Armchairs
Plywood
Architectural Plywood Armchair, Italy, 1960s
Located in Milan, IT
Rare plywood armchair. The chair features propeller-shaped sides, solid wood armrests and brass connections details.
Plywood
Plywood Armchair Attributed Robin Day, 1960s
By Robin Day
Located in Brussels, BE
Plywood armchair with elegant brass details Featuring a sleek grey steel base. New upholstery Velvet High decorative armchair in very good vintage condition Do not hesitate to cont...
Brass, Steel
Joe Colombo Plywood 4801 Lounge Chair No 42, Kartell, 1960s
By Kartell, Joe Colombo
Located in Echt, NL
Early 4801 Lounge Chair by Joe Colombo in very good condition Number 42 This chair is formed from 3 pieces of plywood which lock together without any mechanical fixings. Produced ...
Plywood
Pair of Joe Colombo Chairs No. 4801, Black Plywood Wood, Kartell, Italy, 1960s
By Joe Colombo, Kartell
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
Joe Colombo's iconic 4801 armchair was designed in 1963/1964. A modern chair with striking visual appeal by the master of Italian Space Age design.
Plywood, Wood, Bentwood
Joe Colombo Chair No. 4801, Black Plywood, Kartell, Italy, 1960s, One of Two
By Kartell, Joe Colombo
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
Joe Colombo's iconic 4801 armchair was designed in 1963-1964. A modern chair with striking visual appeal by the master of Italian Space Age design.
Plywood
Mid-Century Brutalist Wood and Leather Safari Armchair, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
An imposing armchair with leather upholstery. A brutalist design. An imposing yet cozy standalone piece. The combination of dark-stained wood and brown leather is striking. The side...
Leather, Plywood
Vintage Black and Wood Spindle Armchair, 1960s-1970s
Located in Steenwijk, NL
This stunning wooden spindle armchair is most likely of Danish origin. The ebonized armrests show a beautiful patina from age and use. It is fully original and does not show a makers...
Wood, Plywood
Mid-Century Modern Pair of 2-2 Armchair by Zanine Caldas, 1960s
By José Zanine Caldas
Located in New York, NY
Produced by Zanine Caldas in Brazil during the 1960s, this pair of armchairs is constructed from plywood with a warm medium-toned finish.
Upholstery, Plywood
Set of Four Alvar Aalto Model 45 Armchairs, Artek, Finland, 1960s
By Artek
Located in Berlin, DE
This refined set of four Model 45 armchairs is an authentic design by Alvar Aalto, produced by Artek, Finland, during the 1960s. Originally conceived in 1947, Model 45 stands as a qu...
Cotton, Upholstery, String, Birch, Plywood
1960s Eero Saarinen for Knoll Executive Dining Chair Arm in Beige Fabric
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Saarinen Executive Chair, Model 71 USB, designed by Eero Saarinen for Knoll in 1950. This particular example dates to the 1960s. Its design features legs of polished tubula...
Steel
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Armchairs by Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazil, 1960s
By Joaquim Tenreiro
Located in Deerfield Beach, FL
Pair of Mid-Century Modern armchairs by Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazil 1960s This pair of square armchairs designed by Joaquim Tenreiro is a stunning example of mid-century modern design.
Fabric, Wood, Plywood
Rare 1960s Eero Saarinen Associates Upholstered Executive Tulip Swivel Armchairs
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
These are Executive desk chairs, designed by Eero Saarinen for Knoll Associates in the 1960s. This is a rather rare model, 150UDS. The listed price includes one chair, and we have se...
Aluminum, Steel
Unavailable
H 31.5 in W 24.81 in D 31.5 in
Miljo Range Armchairs, Leather on Plywood Frame, Denmark 1960s
By Farstrup
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
This pair of Miljo Range armchairs from the 1960s combines comfort and style with timeless elegance.
Leather, Plywood
Woodline Armchair by Marco Zanuso for Arflex, 1960s
By Marco Zanuso, Arflex
Located in Berkel en Rodenrijs, NL
Woodline armchair by Marco Zanuso for Arflex, 1960s. Very nice armchair from the Woodline series designed by Marco Zanuso and manufactured by Arflex, Italy in 1964.
Fabric, Plywood
Pair of Armchairs FK6726 by Fabricius Preben, 1960s
By Preben Fabricius, Jørgen Kastholm
Located in Paris, FR
Pair of armchairs model FK6726 by Fabricius Preben. Edited by Kill International. Cast aluminium tripod base. Plywood foundation garnished with foam and covered with a cream leath...
Plywood, Foam
Unavailable
H 25.2 in W 28.35 in D 22.84 in
Minimalist Dutch Design Pilastro Easy Chair Model 8000 by Tjerk Reijenga, 1960s
By Tjerk Reijenga, Pilastro
Located in Schagen, NL
Industrial midcentury design by Tjerk Reijenga for Pilastro in 1962. The chair features a dark anthracite colored metal frame with armrests, back and seat made from teak plywood. Ve...
Metal
Unavailable
H 33 in W 25 in D 27 in
Stunning One off 1/1 Studio Chair by John McWilliams, California, circa 1960s
By Finn Juhl
Located in San Diego, CA
An exceptional one of 1/1 studio Craft, teakwood and plywood armchair. Designed by John W. McWilliams (1924-2015), for his own house.
Plywood, Teak
Sold
H 30.32 in W 24.02 in D 17.33 in
Pierre Guariche, Armchair in Plywood and Black Lacquered Metal, 1960's
By Pierre Guariche
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
It stands on four rectangular shaped legs in natural wood. Work realized in the 1960's. Edited by Steiner from 1954. Pierre Guariche (1926-1995) was a French designer who mad...
Metal
Pair of Italian Plywood & Bouclé Armchairs, 1960s
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Great comfort for these Italian armchairs from the 60s. They have a unique and very sophisticated look with the combination of the black lacquered pine wood structure, the white/crea...
Leather, Fabric, Plywood
Sold
H 42.92 in W 30.32 in D 26.78 in
Midcentury Plywood and Cream White Armchair Attributed Robin Day, UK, 1960s
By Robin Day
Located in New York, NY
One of a kind teak plywood armchair brass accents enameled steel structure fresh crème white bouclé upholstery This item will be shipped disassembled for safer shipping (seat, fe...
Brass, Steel
Sold
H 31.5 in W 21.66 in D 19.69 in
Large Set Industrial Plywood "Galvanitas S17" Chairs, The Netherlands, 1960s
By Galvanitas Pagholz
Located in Almelo, NL
Midcentury chairs of Dutch communities (university, school), 1960. The folded steel base was exposed and then covered with black epoxy paint. Pagwood Pagholz seat, very thin medium b...
Steel
Cinema Seats, Solid Wood Plywood Foam and Fabric, Italy, 1960s
Located in Milano, IT
Group of 3 armchairs with folding seats, solid wood and plywood structure, foam padding, fabric covering.
Fabric, Foam, Plywood
Cinema Seats, Plywood Solid Wood Foam and Fabric, Italy, 1960s
Located in Milano, IT
Group of 4 armchairs with folding seat; solid wood and plywood structure, foam padding, fabric covering.
Fabric, Foam, Plywood
Midcentury Armchair from Tatra, 1960s
By Tatra
Located in Żory, PL
This armchair was produced in the 1960s by Tatra in former Czechoslovakia.
Fabric, Beech, Plywood
Italian Midcentury Armchairs with Ashtrays by Poltronova, 1960s
By Marco Zanuso, Poltronova
Located in Morazzone, Varese
Beautiful and rare set of waiting room armchairs produced during the 1960s by Poltronova.
Faux Leather, Beech, Plywood
Armchair ‘Paimio 41’ Designed by Alvar Aalto, Finland, 1960s
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Stockholm, SE
Armchair ‘Paimio 41’ designed by Alvar Aalto for OY Huonekalu-ja Rakennustyötehdas, Finland, 1960s.
Birch, Plywood, Lacquer
Joe Colombo for Kartell, Italian small armchair, 1960s
By Kartell, Joe Colombo
Located in Palermo, PA
Joe Colombo for Kartell, Italian small armchair, 1960s. Dimensions: H= 59 cm; W= 71 cm; D= 65 cm; H seat= 35 cm.
Plywood
Midcentury Armchairs from Tatra, 1960s, Set of Two
By Tatra
Located in Żory, PL
These armchairs were produced in the 1960s by Tatra in former Czechoslovakia.
Fabric, Beech, Plywood
Folding armchairs Rex by Niko Kralj, Slovenia, 1960s.
By Niko Kralj
Located in Tourinnes-la-Grosse (Beauvechain), BE
Pair of Rex armchairs by Niko Kralj. Dark stain. In 2012, this armchair was given a permanent place at the Design Museum of Denmark, the largest design museum of Scandinavia. It has ...
Wood, Beech, Plywood
Mid-Century Armchairs for Tatra, 1960s, Set of 2
By Tatra
Located in Żory, PL
Pair of vintage armchairs, produced in the 1960s by Tatra in former Czechoslovakia.
Fabric, Wood, Plywood
Vintage Armchair with Stool by Martin Stoll for Giroflex, 1960s
By Giroflex Stoll, Martin Stoll
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Mid century lounge chair with stool designed by Martin Stoll for Giroflex. If you want the comfort and even the look of an eames chair with vintage vibes, this might be a great so...
Fabric, Plywood
Vintage Armchair with Stool by Martin Stoll for Giroflex, 1960s
By Giroflex Stoll, Martin Stoll
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Mid century lounge chair with stool designed by Martin Stoll for Giroflex. If you want the confort and even the look of an eames chair with vintage vibes, this might be a great so...
Chrome
Sold
H 28.75 in W 24.81 in D 21.26 in
Arne Jacobsen Series 7 Armchair in Rosewood for Fritz Hansen Denmark 1960s
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Iconic Butterfly Armchair Series 7 (Model 3207) designed by Arne Jacobsen in 1955 for Fritz Hansen, Denmark. Rare version with plywood shell veneered with beautiful grained Rosewood....
Plywood
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H 28.75 in W 24.81 in D 21.26 in
Arne Jacobsen Series 7 Armchair in Rosewood for Fritz Hansen Denmark 1960s
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Iconic Butterfly Armchair Series 7 (Model 3207) designed by Arne Jacobsen in 1955 for Fritz Hansen, Denmark. Rare version with plywood shell veneered with beautiful grained Rosewood....
Plywood
Sold
H 31.5 in W 27.56 in D 33.47 in
Reupholstered Mid-Century Armchairs by F. Jirak for Tatra, 1960s, Set of 2
By Frantisek Jirak, Tatra
Located in Żory, PL
A pair of armchairs designed designed by Frantisek Jirak and produced in the 1960s by Tatra in former Czechoslovakia. The armchairs have been restored, upholstered with a fabric wit...
Wood, Plywood
Sold
H 30.32 in W 21.66 in D 17.72 in
Czech Wooden Armchairs by Antonin Suman for Ton, 1960s, Set of Two
By Antonín Šuman
Located in Żory, PL
Set of two wooden armchairs designed by Antonin Suman for TON in the mid-1960s. Backrests made of bent beechwood. Chairs have been completely restored.
Beech, Bentwood, Plywood
Sold
H 25.2 in W 28.35 in D 22.84 in
Model 8000 Easy Chair by Tjerk Reijenga for Pilastro, Netherlands, 1960s
By Tjerk Reijenga, Pilastro
Located in Hitchin, England
A Model 8000 easy chair by Tjerk Reijenga for Pilastro, Netherlands, 1960s An important and rare piece of Dutch minimalist industrial design by Tjerk Reijenga, produced in small n...
Steel
100 Green Patinated Dutch Design Industrial Plywood Armchairs, 1960s
Located in Almelo, NL
Crazy set of 100 x comfortable industrial plywood chairs, produced in Holland in the 1960s. These Dutch design chairs have a patinated green tubular metal frame and beautifully curve...
Plywood
Pair of 1960s Brazilian "Presidencial" Armchairs by Jorge Zalszupin
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Very rare pair of 1960s Presidential armchairs by Jorge Zalszupin, in Brazilian jacaranda with leather cushions. The armchairs form a set with the sofa, but can be sold separately.
Metal
Sold
H 31.5 in W 32.68 in D 35.44 in
Midcentury Borsani Tecno Mod. 110 "Canada" Plywood Velvet Armchair, 1960s, Italy
By Tecno, Osvaldo Borsani
Located in Palermo, IT
Very stylish vintage armchair made of lacquered plywood with beige velvet upholstery, model P110 "Canada" by Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno Milano, 1966. Tecno label applied laterally on...
Velvet, Plywood
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H 37.8 in W 22.05 in D 27.56 in
1960s Rare Swiss Swivel Leather Plywood Desk Chair by Stoll for Giroflex
By Martin Stoll, Giroflex Stoll
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
The seat height is adjustable from 45cm to 54cm. This rare vintage Swiss desk chair was designed by Martin Stoll in the 1960s and manufactured by Giroflex in Switzerland. The foot...
Leather, Plywood
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H 32.29 in W 27.56 in D 33.08 in
Midcentury Armchair is Pink & Gray Fabric by Tatra, Czechoslovakia, 1960s
By Tatra Pravenec
Located in Zohor, SK
Iconic armchair by Tatra company, produced in 1960s, original lable still attached.
Textile, Oak, Plywood
Sold
H 33.47 in W 29.14 in D 33.86 in
Mid-Century Modern 'Vronka' Armchair by Sergio Rodrigues, Brazil, 1960s
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Deerfield Beach, FL
Mid-Century Modern 'Vronka' Armchair by Sergio Rodrigues, Brazil, 1960s This pair of classic Vronka Armchairs by the acclaimed designer Sergio Rodrigues has wood and curved plywoo...
Leather, Wood, Plywood
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H 29.14 in W 29.34 in D 33.86 in
Marco Zanuso Italian Leather and Wood "Woodline" Armchairs for Arflex, 1960s
By Marco Zanuso, Arflex
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Set of two Italian Mid-Century Modern design armchairs model Woodline designed by Marco Zanuso and produced by Arflex, structure in curved plywood veneered in oakwood, open pore lacq...
Metal
Sold
H 29.93 in W 33.47 in D 32.29 in
Ico Parisi Style Italian Dark Wood and Leatherette Armchairs for MIM Roma, 1960s
By Ico Parisi, MIM Roma
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Tan France Auction Picks Italian Mid-Century Modern design set of two armchairs designed in the style of Ico Parisi for Mim Roma with dark wooden frame and curved plywood, leatheret...
Faux Leather, Wood, Plywood
Midcentury 1960s 'Canada' Chair Borsani for Tecno
By Osvaldo Borsani, Tecno
Located in Saarbruecken, DE
Pair of first series Leather 'Canada' chairs by Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno (see label). Frame stable in perfect condition. Leather with signs of wear. Upholstery in good condition. ...
Leather, Plywood
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H 27.17 in W 32.68 in D 29.53 in
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Armchairs by Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazi, l 1960s
By Joaquim Tenreiro
Located in Deerfield Beach, FL
Pair of Mid-Century Modern armchairs by Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazil 1960s Pair of armchairs designed by Joaquim Tenreiro, made in Brazil in the 1960s.
Fabric, Wood, Plywood
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H 28 in W 28 in D 28 in
CLEARANCE Kodawood Mid-Century Modern Swivel Armchair Orange Club Lounge 1960s
By Kodawood
Located in Brooklyn, NY
CLEARANCE This unique sculptural modern side chair features the Mid-Century Modern design of Seymour James Weiner for the Kodawood Company or Miami, Florida. It is the perfect swivel...
Textile, Plywood
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H 24.02 in W 26.78 in D 33.86 in
Mid-Century Modern Pair of "Cubo" Armchairs by Jorge Zalszupin, Brazil, 1960s
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in Deerfield Beach, FL
Mid-Century Modern Pair of "Cubo" Armchairs by Jorge Zalszupin, Brazil, 1960s Created by renowned Brazilian designer Jorge Zalszupin circa 1960, the "Cubo" - or Cube - armchair is s...
Fabric, Plywood
Italian Midcentury Armchair with Plywood Frame, 1960s
Located in Savona, IT
Italian manufacturing armchair produced in the 1960s. Hot curved plywood frame.
Brass
Pair of Mid-Century armchairs 1960’s Czechoslovakia
Located in Wroclaw, PL
Pair of Mid-Century armchairs 1960’s Czechoslovakia. Completely restored.
Fabric, Beech, Plywood
Pair of Belgian Classroom Armchairs with Plywood Seats, circa 1960s
Located in Portland, OR
Restored in our woodshop, our collection of vintage dining and office chairs bring comfort, character and history to the table. From early American hand-turned Windsors to Depression...
Pair of Armchairs by Cinova, Italy circa 1960s
Located in Saint Ouen, IDF
Pair of upholstered armchairs manufactured by Cinova in the '60s. Swiveling wooden structure with bent plywood seat and back, original fabric cover.
Plywood, Upholstery
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H 27.56 in W 27.56 in D 21.66 in
Two Metal and Velvet Armchairs by Gastone Rinaldi for Rima, 1960s
By RIMA, Gastone Rinaldi
Located in Savona, IT
Pair of armchairs produced in the 1960s by Rima on a project by Gastone Rinaldi.
Metal
Office Chair by Giuseppe Zammerini for MIM, 1960s
By MIM Roma, Giuseppe Zammerini
Located in Savona, IT
Armchair produced in the 1960s by MIM (Mobili Italiani Moderni) designed by Giuseppe Zammerini.
Metal
Sold
H 35.04 in W 38.98 in D 35.04 in
Bruno Mathsson Beije Leather and plywood "Pernilla" Scandinavia armchair, 1960s
By Bruno Mathsson
Located in Porto, PT
Vintage cream leather and plywood armchair "Pernilla" designed by Bruno Mathsson for DUX, 1960s.
Leather, Plywood
Bent Plywood Desk Armchair by Oswald Haerdtl, 1960s
By Oswald Haerdtl
Located in Prague 8, CZ
The chair is made from beech and bent plywood and was made in the 1960s. It´s in very good condition.
Beech, Bentwood, Plywood
LU Louis Sconce AS
By Lumfardo Luminaires
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Handsome LU Louis sconce AS. An all brass wall sconce in an aged silver finish with patterned perforations by Lumfardo Luminaires. Made contemporary in the US. Multiples available fo...
Brass, Nickel
Bertu Counter Stools, White Oak Counter Stool, Chile Stool
By Bertu Furniture
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Bertu Counter Stools, White Oak Counter Stool, Chile Stool This White Oak Chile Counter Stool is beautifully constructed from solid wood in Ohio, USA. The stool is chunky and modern...
Wood, Oak
$1,650 / item
H 16.1 in Dm 11.5 in
'Plissé White Edition' Pleated Textile Table Lamp by Folkform for Örsjö
By Örsjö Industri AB
Located in Los Angeles, CA
'Plissé White Edition' pleated textile table lamp by Folkform for Örsjö. This unique table lamp was awarded “Lighting of the Year 2022” by Residence Magazine Sweden, who called it “...
Textile
Ettore Sottsass Callimaco Floor Lamp for Artemide
By Artemide, Ettore Sottsass
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Ettore Sottsass 'Callimaco' floor lamp for Artemide. Originally created in 1982, Ettore Sottsass’ “horn” of light creates the remarkable illusion of an oversized musical instrument...
Aluminum
$4,400Sale Price|20% Off
H 25 in W 25 in D 7 in
Single 'Lola' Sconce by Sergio Mazza and Guiliana Gramigna for Quatrifollio
By Sergio Mazza, Quattrifolio
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Single 'Lola' Sconce by Sergio Mazza and Guiliana Gramigna for Quatrifollio. Designed and manufactured in Italy, in 1974. Four large plastic petals make up this visually striking se...
Plastic
American Designer, Sectional Sofa, Rattan, Velvet, USA, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A rattan and yellow velvet sectional sofa designed and produced in the US, c. 1970s. Dimensions: 25.25” H x 98” W x 98” D Seat Height: 17”
Velvet, Rattan
$7,556 / item
H 39.38 in W 9.85 in D 31.5 in
Parchment, Brass and Glass Table Lamp by Diego Mardegan for Glustin Luminaires
By Diego Mardegan
Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF
Ventola table lamp by the artist Diego Mardegan exclusively for Glustin Luminaires. Beautiful two ways shade made of a brass structure, parchemin paper and waxed fabric hold by an...
Brass
$4,500 / item
H 26.25 in W 52.5 in D 18.5 in
Modern Solid Wood Dresser by Designer Koba, Versatile Storage, 2025
By Koba
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Model 03 is our most versatile creation of Series 01. Capable of filling the role of a dresser, credenza or sideboard. Drawing inspiration from Mid Century cabinetry, Model 03 is our...
Leather, Paint, Walnut
$16,610 / item
H 53.15 in W 125.99 in D 59.06 in
Oval Brass and Parchment Chandelier by Diego Mardegan for Glustin Luminaires
By Diego Mardegan
Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF
Beautiful chandelier by Diego Mardegan for Glustin Luminaires, this other version of the spider chandelier has longer arms on the sides giving the oval shape. The metal arms paint...
Metal, Brass
$9,894 / item
H 81.5 in W 29.69 in D 29.26 in
Sculptural Floor Lamp in Shell Inlay and Bronze-Patina Brass by Kifu Paris
By Kifu Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by ...
Brass
$13,451 / item
H 49.22 in Dm 70.87 in
Brass and Parchment Paper Chandelier by Diego Mardegan for Glustin Luminaires
By Diego Mardegan
Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF
Impressive chandelier made of white enameled brass arms holding six beautiful parchment paper shades, which can be adjusted thanks to the handle of each socket. Signed by the arti...
Brass
$11,200Sale Price|25% Off
H 15.25 in Dm 58 in
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Rosewood Lazy Susan Rotating Coffee Table, 1968
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This newly restored rotating Lazy-Susan cocktail table was designed by Milo Baughman and produced by Thayer Coggin in crica 1968. Featuring a stunning Rosewood top with vivid grain a...
Rosewood, Formica
Vladimir Kagan Tri Symmetric Chaise Lounge
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Miami, FL
A tri symmetric chaise by Vladimir Kagan, designed 1958.
Aluminum
$3,899 / item
H 25.6 in W 39.38 in D 33.47 in
New and Made to Order Customizable Gubi Pacha Lounge Armchair by Pierre Paulin
By Gubi, Pierre Paulin
Located in New York, NY
Price listed for starting fabric. Curvaceous, soft and low-slung, the Pacha lounge chair is a joyfully modernist creation which embraces both extreme comfort and effortless versatil...
Textile
$6,433
H 22.84 in W 25.6 in D 24.81 in
Joe Colombo for Kartell Armchair Mod. 4801 Numbered No. 29, Italy 1960s
By Kartell, Joe Colombo
Located in Naples, IT
Fantastic and large white curved beech wood armchair, Mod. 4801 Designer Joe Colombo and produced by Kartell in Italy , an icon of Italian Modernism. A limited number of wooden 4801 ...
Leather, Wood
$3,480Sale Price / item|20% Off
H 22.5 in W 28.38 in D 25.63 in
Kartell Joe Colombo Chair in Crystal by Joe Colombo
By Kartell, Joe Colombo
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A true symbol of Sixties design, famous also for being the only piece by Kartell made entirely of wood. Contemporary technology has made it possible to create the same product using ...
Plastic
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