Set of 2 petrol velvet chairs Rennie mod. by K. Takahama for S. Gavina Italy 70
By Kazuhide Takahama, Simon Gavina Editions
Located in Padova, IT
Lacquered wood structure and petrol blue velvet covering. Very good condition, with small and inevitable signs of age and use on the lacquered parts. Kazuhide Takahama - Nobeoka 193...
Velvet, Wood
70’s Style Space Age Acrylic, Dedar Graphic Velvet Dining Chair by Egg Designs
By Egg Designs
Located in Bothas Hill, KZN
The Anhele Studio 51 dining chair by Egg Designs brings a 70’s Space Age aesthetic into a modern context, creating a piece that feels both retro-futuristic and distinctly contemporary.
Brass
Pair Italian Modern Brick Green Velvet and Gold Chromed Metal Chairs, Italy 70s
Located in Lucija, SI
Pair of Italian modern chairs with gold chromed structure, padded on seat and back and covered in original green velvet.
Metal, Chrome
70’s Style Space Age Acrylic Dining Chair with Velvet Upholstery by Egg Designs
By Egg Designs
Located in Bothas Hill, KZN
This dining chair by Egg Designs takes its cues from the 1970s Space Age design era, where futuristic forms and unexpected materials defined interiors. The chair features a clear acr...
Brass
Italian Modern Brick Green Velvet and Gold Chromed Chairs, 70s, Set of 6
Located in Lucija, SI
Set of 6 Italian modern chairs with gold chromed structure, padded on seat and back and covered in original green velvet.
Steel, Chrome
$1,800Sale Price / set|20% Off
Pair 70s Postmodern Milo Baughman 'Thin Line' Attributed Chrome armchairs, 2 pcs
By Milo Baughman
Located in Basel, BS
A sleek and sexy pair of chrome chairs attributed to iconic designer Milo Baughman's "Thin Line" design. 2 pieces. **We have two pairs available, sold in sets of 2 here, so you can u...
Chrome
Unavailable
H 32 in W 18 in D 18 in
Vintage 70's Saarinen Style Tulip Chairs, Set of 4 with Velvet Seat Cushions
By Eero Saarinen
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Vintage 70's Saarinen Style Tulip Chairs, Set of 4 with Velvet Seat Cushions.
Aluminum
Unavailable
H 36.42 in W 27.56 in D 40.36 in
Organic Moderm 70s Style Pink Velvet & Brass Accent Chair Manhattan Handcrafted
By Moanne
Located in Madrid, ES
The Manhattan accent chair is a true embodiment of the wild spirit of the late 70s.
Brass
Italian Midcentury Tecnosalotto Chairs 70's
Located in bari, IT
Set of four chairs by Tecnosalotto form the seventies in chromed steel and alcantara leather.
Steel
Pr 70's cube chairs original cut velvet fabric by International
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A great pair of extremely comfortable cube chairs in a cut velvet fabric that is stunning. The fabric might be a Jack Lenor Larsen design. One chair still has the original Internatio...
Rare Pair of Francois Monnet 70's Lounge Chairs
Located in New York, NY
A rare pair of lounge chairs and one ottoman by French designer, Francois Monnet. Manu factured by Kappa,France. Bent brushed steel with original orange velvet upholstery.
Steel
Sold
H 27 in W 25.5 in D 24 in
Vintage Pair of Italian Chrome And Velvet Chairs Retro MCM Postmodern 70s 80s
By Anton Lorenz, Poul Kjærholm, Kazuhide Takahama, Ettore Sottsass, Shiro Kuramata
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Pair of Vintage Chrome Chairs. Newly upholstered vintage chairs in Italian cotton velvet. Please refer to the pictures. Color: Teal Measurements: Width: 24" Longest Depth: 25 1/...
Chrome
Sold
H 28.35 in W 26.38 in D 32.29 in
2 brown velvet Alky lounge chairs by G.Piretti for A.Castelli 70s
By Anonima Castelli, Giancarlo Piretti
Located in Padova, IT
Handcrafted and licensed by Anonima Castelli in Italy, this Alky chair was designed for individual use, but the chairs can also be joined together to create a 2-seater Sofa piece for...
Metal
Set of 6 Dining Chairs by Mario Marenco for Mobilgirgi, 70s
By Mario Marenco, Mobil Girgi
Located in Buzzò, Emilia-Romagna
Introducing a unique set of 6 Dining Chairs, designed by legendary Italian architect and designer Mario Marenco, and produced by renowned Italian furniture firm Mobilgirgi in the 197...
Velvet, Wood
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H 37.01 in W 32.68 in D 35.44 in
70s, Danish Design by H.W.Klein, Model Silhouette, Swivel Armchair
By H.W. Klein
Located in Tarm, 82
70s, Danish swivel armchair. Designed by H.W.Klein, model "Silhouette". Original upholstery in green velour, loose cushion. No smells. Five-star base made of bent plywood. Made in ab...
Velvet, Beech
Vintage Design Lounge Chair Velvet from the 70s
Located in Oirlo, LI
Vintage design lounge chair Velvet from the 70s. This cuddly vintage velvet lounge set is a feast for the eyes, original from the 1970s.
Velvet
Strässle Lotus lounge chair by André Vandenbeuck, 1969
By Strässle International, Andre Vandenbeuck
Located in Ludwigslust, DE
It doesn't get more 70s than this. This Strässle Lotus lounge chair is upholstered in a fantastic 70s velvet fabric.
Fabric, Fiberglass
Sold
H 26.78 in W 26.78 in D 20.48 in
Set of 4 wheeled chairs PS142 mod. by Eugenio Gerli for Tecno 70's, Italy
By Eugenio Gerli, Tecno
Located in Padova, IT
Eugenio Gerli (Milan, 15 July 1923 – Milan, 2 October 2013) was an Italian architect and designer. During an intense professional career, lasting more than six decades, he built vill...
Velvet
Sold
H 27.56 in W 27.56 in D 29.53 in
Pair of orange and brown velvet Italian lounge chairs from the 70s
Located in Uccle, BE
Pair of orange and brown velvet Italian lounge chairs from the 70s Dimensions D: 75 cm (29.53") H: 70 cm (27.56") W: 70 cm (27.56") Seat height 36cm (14.17")
Chrome
Set of 3 Italian Chairs , 1970’s
By Giudici
Located in PÉZENAS, FR
Inherited from the low chairs that used to be installed in front of the fireplace, this plump armchair that appeared in the 1970s has regained its place in the living room through de...
Velvet
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
$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
$13,600 / set
H 30.71 in W 35.44 in D 35.44 in
Marco Zanuso "Square" Armchairs for Arflex, 1962, Set of 2
By Arflex, Marco Zanuso
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Marco Zanuso "Square" Armchairs for Arflex, camel velvet, Italy, 1962, set of two. The design of Marco Zanuso's "Square" armchairs, produced for Arflex in 1960s, reflects his commit...
Velvet
$1,750 / item
H 26 in W 16 in D 16 in
FIN Shade Ceramic Table Lamp, Hand Built, Green Satin Glaze, by Kalin Asenov
By Kalin Asenov
Located in Savannah, GA
FIN _November Green Please note that this listing includes the table base, light bulbs and finial. It is wired for use in the US. If you would like a linen shade as shown in the imag...
Ceramic
Small 'Floatation' Japanese Paper Suspension Lamp for Ingo Maurer
By Ingo Maurer
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Small 'Floatation' Japanese paper suspension lamp for Ingo Maurer. Designed and produced by Ingo Maurer, one of the most celebrated German lighting icons since 1966. With imaginatio...
Metal, Iron
$1,190 / item
H 17.33 in Dm 24.41 in
Django • Sienna Earth • Sculptural Textured Velvet Ottoman by Odditi
By Odditi
Located in CAROOL, NSW, AU
The Django ottoman is a sculptural living object that brings its eclectic personality into any space. Exhibiting a sleek yet playful nature, Django also has a practical side and is a...
Fabric, Foam, Jacquard
$10,660 / item
H 33.47 in W 32.29 in D 32.29 in
Brutalist Black Leather Lounge Chair with Cast Brass Legs, Egg Designs
By Egg Designs
Located in Bothas Hill, KZN
A commanding interpretation of Brutalist design, this sculptural lounge chair explores weight, proportion, and material contrast through a distinctly contemporary lens. Its bold, arc...
Brass
$2,975Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 43.71 in W 24.02 in D 16.93 in
Rennie Dining Chair Set by Kazuhide Takahama for Simon Gavina, Italy, 1980's
By Kazuhide Takahama
Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN
Vintage Postmodern Design 'RENNIE' Dining Chair set of 8 by Kazuhide Takahama for Simon Gavina, made in Italy 1980's. Architectural design dining chairs in dark brown. The seat and b...
Faux Leather, Wood
$12,570 / item
H 33.47 in W 32.29 in D 32.29 in
Brutalist Tobacco Velvet & Solid Cast Brass Lounge Chair, Egg Designs
By Egg Designs
Located in Bothas Hill, KZN
Egg Designs’ Primal lounge chair is a commanding Brutalist statement piece that balances sculptural strength with sensual elegance. Upholstered in plush velvet, the chair introduces ...
Brass
$7,787 / set
H 44.1 in W 11.03 in D 16.54 in
Italian LP 11 Pallone Sconces by Luigi Caccia Dominioni for Azucena, 1970s
By Azucena, Luigi Caccia Dominioni
Located in Renens, CH
Set of two impressive adjustable LP11 “Pallone” sconces by Luigi Caccia Dominioni for Azucena originally designed in the late 1950s. The lamps rotate and are height adjustable. Bras...
Metal
$13,970 / item
H 33.47 in W 32.29 in D 32.29 in
Brutalist Embroidered Ivory Velvet & Cast Brass Lounge Chair, Egg Designs
By Egg Designs
Located in Bothas Hill, KZN
Egg Designs’ Primal lounge chair is a bold Brutalist statement piece that merges sculptural form with richly decorative textile artistry. Upholstered in ivory velvet embroidered with...
Brass
Georgis & Mirgorodsky, Bombola, Curved Sofa, United States, 2019
By Georgis & Mirgorodsky
Located in New York, NY
Bombola, is the diva of an ensemble collection designed by William Georgis and Ilya Mirgorodsky of Georgis & Mirgorodsky, soon to be released at Maison Gerard, New York. Bodacious, n...
Bronze
$8,750 / set
H 44.1 in W 23.63 in D 9.85 in
Set of 8 chairs mod. Rennie by Kazuhide Takahama for Simon Gavina, 1970
By Kazuhide Takahama, Simon Gavina Editions
Located in Piacenza, Italy
Stunning set composed by 8 chairs designed by Kazuhide Takahama and produced for Simon Gavina. Solid wood structure with original leather cover and seat. Perfect vintage condition P...
Leather, Wood
$2,333Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 44.1 in W 24.02 in D 16.54 in
"Rennie" Set of Chairs by Kazuhide Takahama for Gavina, Kazuki Italy 1980
By Kazuhide Takahama
Located in Argelato, BO
Kazuhide Takahama, (1930-2010), Set of 6 dining chairs model "Rennie", Italy 1970 circa High backrest and wide seat upholstered in green fabric, the legs forming shelves in glossy bl...
Fabric, Wood
$1,166
H 44.1 in W 23.63 in D 17.72 in
Mid Century Chair Model Rennie by Kazuhide Takahama for Simon Gavina, Italy 70
By Simon Gavina Editions, Kazuhide Takahama
Located in Lucija, SI
Rennie chair designed by Kazuhide Takahama for studio Simon, Gavina in the 70s. Original lacquered wood structure with leather cover and seat. It is in good condition with traces of ...
Leather, Wood
$4,150 / item
H 27.56 in W 22.05 in D 19.69 in
Acrylic Dining Chair, 1970s Space Age Patterned Velvet Upholstery Egg Designs
By Egg Designs
Located in Bothas Hill, KZN
Drawing inspiration from the optimistic futurism of 1970s Space Age design, this dining chair explores the interplay between transparency, geometry, and luxurious texture. Its sculpt...
Brass
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