20th Century Patent Leather Armchairs
Set Mid-20th Century Italian Savonarola Wrought Iron Brass Chair Footstool Bench
Located in Miami, FL
Mid-20th Century Set of Faldistori, Savonarola Armchair and Footstool or Bench in forged and wrought iron, with original polished bronze knobs and medallions brass ornaments.
The Acc...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Armchairs
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Wrought Iron, Brass, Bronze
H 35 in W 25.5 in D 20 in
Knoll Arm Desk, Conference Chair Designed by Eero Saarinen
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in Antwerp, BE
The Knoll international Saarinen conference armchair in license with the De Coene manufacturer Belgium is a design by Eero Saarinen.Featured in reupholstered white leather and black ...
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Vintage 1960s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
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Metal
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H 29.53 in W 19.69 in D 17.72 in
Most Unusual Set 4 of Modernist Bentwood Armchairs by Thonet
By Michael Thonet, Thonet
Located in Buffalo, NY
Most unusual set of modernist bentwood armchairs by Thonet ...This chair seems to be a blend of Classic Bauhaus style chairs designed by Michael Thonet, can’t seem to find another? C...
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Vintage 1960s American Bauhaus Armchairs
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Bentwood, Patent Leather
Early 20th Century Art Deco Walnut Armchair Jules Leleu attributed
By Jules Leleu
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Early 20th century Art Deco blond walnut chair armchair Jules Leleu manner, Mid-Century Modern. Original Vintage waxed fabric in very good condition
Designer and ensemblier, Jules L...
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Chairs
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Patent Leather, Walnut
Set of 4 Bent Lucite Dining Chairs on Chrome Bases
By Karl Springer, Charles Hollis Jones
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern set of 4 bent Lucite dining chairs. Silver patten leather upholstery. Chrome X-bases.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
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Chrome
Mogens Koch Oak Armchairs for Sønderborg Hospital
By Mogens Koch
Located in Vienna, AT
Extremely rare armchairs, frame made of lacquered oak and upholstered in red artificial leather. Character as part of the original furniture to the State Hospital in Sønderborg, as M...
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Vintage 1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
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Patent Leather, Oak
Scandinavian Armchair Attributed to Erik Kirkegaard
By Erik Kierkegaard
Located in Vienna, AT
Solid teak frame with upholstered seat and backrest in black leatherette. Made in Denmark in the late 1950s. New upholstery on request possible (150$ + cost of the leather fabric)
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
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Patent Leather, Teak
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Neoclassical Wrought Iron & Bronze Bench, France 1950's
By Alberto Giacometti
Located in New York, NY
Elegant bench in patinated wrought iron and bronze. The sabots are reminiscent of Giacometti's work for Jean-Michel Frank. 3 benches are available; the price is for one.
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Mid-20th Century French Neoclassical Benches
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Bronze, Wrought Iron
Saarinen Executive Armchairs in Creme Velvet, Gold Edition
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in Wilton, CT
Vintage authentic Eero Saarinen's executive arm chair. Completely restored with a touch of gold.
We've been restoring Saarinen Executive chairs for years in every fabric one can imag...
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Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
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Steel
Pair of Murano Glass Wall Sconces, Art Deco Style, in Stock
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of Murano glass wall sconces, in stock
Fume color and horizontal striation texture
Black opaline finials and brass accents
Art Deco inspired design.
Gives off warm beams of lig...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces
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Brass
Sasco Semi-Flush Mount Brass Light Fixture, Custom Finishes
Located in Pound Ridge, NY
The Sasco is a versatile custom-made solid brass and glass globe light fixture, which can be mounted on the ceiling or wall.
Shown here in our factory brass, an uneven unfinished br...
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2010s American Flush Mount
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Brass
Sistema Solare Chandelier, Piattelli Design, Ivory-toned Onyx and Brass, 6-shade
By Silvio Piattelli, Stilnovo, Bruno Gatta
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
Unique chandelier, made from thinly-cut pieces of exquisite ivory-toned translucent onyx. Ideal to be hung over a table, with versatile configurations.
Ivory onyx comes from Middle E...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and...
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Onyx, Brass
H 19.69 in W 60.16 in D 26.78 in
Pair of Minimalist Nightstands Consoles Commodes 2 by Atelier Bachmann, 2019
By Andreas Bachmann, Atelier Bachmann, Fritz Grospietsch
Located in Berlin, DE
A beautiful pair of nightstands designed by Yuzo Bachmann for Atelier Bachmann, handcrafted in Germany, 2019.
These nightstands are made out of plywood and brass handles. Finished w...
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21st Century and Contemporary German Commodes and Chests of Drawers
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Plywood
H 19.69 in W 19.69 in D 15.75 in
French 1900s Design Bistro Rattan Wicker and Braided Resin Outdoor Armchair
Located in Tourcoing, FR
French Bistro design rattan wicker armchair composed of a rattan structure, braided resin back and seat with a red outline, famous at the beginning of the 20th century in Paris, it w...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Dining Room Chairs
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Wicker, Rattan
H 30.71 in W 21.66 in D 21.26 in
Contemporary Minimal Round Coffee Center Table in Travertine Stone Natural Pores
Located in Porto, PT
Lunarys Center Table is an outstanding modern design piece. A key coffee table for a contemporary living room project seems to come directly from space. Made in travertine stone is p...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Organic Modern Center Tables
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Travertine
H 13.78 in W 55.12 in D 35.44 in
Modern Mel Armchair, Velvet Pearl Bouclé, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
By Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Mel Armchair, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple.
The Mel armchair, named after nature’s purest and sweetest gift, brings forth the comforting e...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Armchairs
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Brass
H 29.14 in W 34.65 in D 30.71 in
Organic Modern Shell Wall Light/Wall Sconce in White Plaster by Hannah Woodhouse
By Hannah Woodhouse
Located in London, GB
Handmade Shell organic modern sculptural wall sconce/ wall light in silky smooth white plaster, created by artist Hannah Woodhouse in her London studio. Contemporary design inspired ...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Organic Modern Wall Lights and Sco...
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Plaster
H 15 in W 8.3 in D 6.3 in
Tulip Contemporary Wall Sconce, Wall Light in White Plaster, Hannah Woodhouse
By Hannah Woodhouse
Located in London, GB
Handmade Tulip organic modern wall light/ wall sconce, in silky smooth white plaster, created by artist Hannah Woodhouse in her London studio. Contemporary organic modern design insp...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Organic Modern Wall Lights and Sco...
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Plaster
H 11.8 in W 11.8 in D 7.5 in
Custom Made Round Sheepskin Ottoman with Oak Ball Feet
Located in London, GB
Custom-made ottoman developed & produced at our workshops in London using the highest quality materials. This example is upholstered in a Honey coloured sheepskin and features oiled ...
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2010s British Scandinavian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
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Sheepskin, Oak
Giraffe dining Chair in Solid Brazilian Wood by Juliana Vasconcellos
By Juliana Lima Vasconcellos
Located in Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais
The Giraffe dining chair was designed with soft curves and slender, but with volume, bringing comfort and elegance. The base structure was thought with three feet. The upholstered se...
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21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Dining Room Chairs
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Wood
H 33.47 in W 17.72 in D 20.08 in
Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Mini-Tratten' Verdigris Patinated Outdoor Sconce
By Örsjö Industri AB, Hans-Agne Jakobsson
Located in Glendale, CA
Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Mini-Tratten' verdigris patinated outdoor sconce. An exclusive made for U.S. and UL listed authorized re-edition of the classic Swedish design executed in rich v...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights an...
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Metal
Pair of Straw Marquetry Table Lamps, Art Deco Style
Located in Paris, FR
A pair of beautiful bronze coloured straw marquetry table lamps.
Of rectangular shape, the two sides of each lamp decorated with
radiant pattern.
The model illustrated comes with a n...
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2010s French Art Deco Table Lamps
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Straw
1950's Style Curved Velvet Sofa in Custom Velvet Colors
Located in New York, NY
The Sofa inspires itself nature where green is the predominant element and where valleys and hills prevail. The item’s details allow it to be the perfect statement piece for any cont...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas
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Velvet, Walnut
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Pair of Edwardian Fireside Chairs
Located in Faversham, GB
A superb pair of Edwardian fireside chairs in faux burgundy leather with just the right amount of wear to the arms and backs.
The pair are a mix of styles with the ‘male’ having a h...
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Armchairs
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Leather, Patent Leather, Oak
Mid-Century Modern Karelia Bright Black Armchairs by Liisi Beckmann for Zanotta
By Liisi Meronen Beckmann
Located in Madrid, ES
Pair of armchairs mod. Karelia designed by Liisi Beckmann for Zanotta. Expanded polyurethane structure and upholstered in patent leather. Italy 60s.
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
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Patent Leather
H 24.02 in W 26.78 in D 31.89 in
Set of Four Charles Hollis Jones Lucite Chairs
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Vintage set of mid century lucite club chairs on casters with original black patent leather seats. These chairs were made by Hill Manufacturers for Charles Hollis Jones.
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20th Century American Armchairs
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Patent Leather, Lucite
Pair of Vintage 50's Armchairs in Green Leather and Brass Italian Design
Located in None, IT
Pair of armchairs with base and feet in gilded brass and upholstery in green skai leather, 1950s.
Conditions: In fair condition, they show signs of wear visible in the photos.
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Vintage 1950s Italian Armchairs
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Brass
Mid-Century Modern Italian Leather and Burnished Brass Armchairs, 1970s
Located in Prato, IT
Mid-Century Modern Italian leather and burnished brass armchairs, 1970s
This armchairs has been completely reupholstered with hight quality Italian leather. The seating is really ve...
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
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Brass
H 26.78 in W 29.53 in D 29.53 in
Set of 4 Black Patent Leather Closed Armchairs, Donghia
By Angelo Donghia
Located in Hollywood, FL
1980s Donghia Classic. Fully upholstered in patent leather- arms, legs and body- chic and comfortable, can be sold as a pair.
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
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Patent Leather
Louis XVI Armchair Upholstered in Black Patent Leather, circa 1950
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique Louis XVI armchair upholstered in black patent leather, circa 1950.
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Vintage 1950s French Armchairs
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Patent Leather, Upholstery
Pair of Modernist Thonet Bent Wood and Alligator Patent Leather Lounge Chairs
By Thonet, Gilbert Rohde
Located in Buffalo, NY
Pair of modernist Thonet bentwood and alligator emerald green patent leather lounge chairs, stunning color, amazing design, 1940s modern design, attributed to Gilbert Rohde, retain o...
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Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
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Patent Leather, Bentwood
H 31 in W 23.5 in D 24 in
Pair of Low Patent Leather Armchairs by Rino Vernuccio, Italy, circa 1960
By Rino Vernuccio
Located in Culver City, CA
Pair of low patent leather armchairs by Rino Vernuccio, Italy, circa 1960
Newly upholstered on black metal frame with original patina.
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
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Metal
Marco Zanuso “Senior” Armchairs for Arflex
By Marco Zanuso
Located in East Hampton, NY
These chairs are the Classic "Senior" by Marco Zanuso for Arflex and retain their original legs and label. Presented at the Compaso d'Oro at the 1955 Milan Trienale. Original faux le...
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Vintage 1960s European Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
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Brass
Pair of Scandinavian Armchairs in the Style of Erik Kirkegaard
By Erik Kierkegaard
Located in Vienna, AT
Solid teak frame with upholstered seat and backrest in black leatherette. Made in Denmark in the late 1960s. New upholstery on request possible (150$ + cost of the leather fabric).
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
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Patent Leather, Teak
Pair of Cane Back French Louis XV Carved Chairs with Black Patent Leather Seats
Located in West Hartford, CT
Handsome pair of Louis XV style carved armchairs with cane backs and patent leather seats finished with brass nailheads.
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Vintage 1970s Louis XV Armchairs
Materials
Brass
H 33 in W 22 in D 22 in
Morgens Koch Oak Armchairs for Sønderborg Hospital
By Mogens Koch
Located in Vienna, AT
Eight armchairs in lacquered oak and upholstered in red artificial leather. Signs of wear. Character as part of the original furniture to the State Hospital in Sønderborg, as Mogens ...
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Vintage 1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
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Patent Leather, Oak
Pair of Leather Upholstered Fauteuils by William "Billy" Haines
By William Billy Haines
Located in Palm Desert, CA
A striking pair of fauteuils by William Haines from the Fort Worth, TX estate of oil tycoon Eddie Chiles. The Chileses hired William Haines in 1966 to create the interiors for their ...
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
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Leather, Patent Leather, Wood
Chic Pair of Patent Leather and Brass Italian Lounge Chairs and Ottoman
Located in Phoenix, AZ
Chic pair of patent leather and brass Italian armchairs, circa late 1950s. These lovely examples are upholstered in a black patent leather and have sculptural arms and sides with spl...
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
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Leather, Patent Leather
Milo Baughman Armchairs
By Milo Baughman
Located in Rochester, NY
A pair of sleek sculptural white enamel painted iron tall caned balloon back armchairs with orange patent leather vinyl seats, circa 1960s by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin.
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Steel
Edward Wormley Walnut and Rattan Armchair
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Miami, FL
Sculptural captain's chair with walnut frame, rattan back and sides, patent leather seat and finished with brass sabots at the feet. Totally original from a Miami estate with natural...
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
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Brass
The China Chair, Model 4283 by Hans J. Wegner and Fritz Hansen, 1989
By Hans J. Wegner, Fritz Hansen
Located in Lejre, DK
The China chair, model 4283, designed by Hans J. Wegner and manufactured by Fritz Hansen in 1989. The chair is of cherry and with cushion of natural patinated leather. The chair is i...
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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
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Patent Leather, Cherry
H 31.89 in W 20.48 in D 16.54 in
Arm Chair by Jacob Kjær from the 1940s in Patinated Leather and Oak
By Jacob Kjaer
Located in Lejre, DK
Arm Chair By cabinetmaker Jacob Kjær from the 1940s. Upholstered with leather. The chair is in it's originally condition, and in Oak.
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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
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Oak, Patent Leather
Rare Pair of Mid-Century Modern Brass and Patent Leather Chairs
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Very unusual chic armchairs made of hand-forged brass in a neoclassical design. Backs are round with spoke like arrows. Seats are black patent leather and easily reupholstered.
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Vintage 1940s American Armchairs
Materials
Brass
Pair of Klismos Brass & Patent Leather Arm Chairs by Chiavari
By Chiavari, Gio Ponti
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Pair of Klismos Brass & Patent Leather Arm Chairs by Chiavari.
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Brass
1940's Hollywood Regency Mustard Patent Leather and Ebonized Wood Armchair
Located in 3 Oaks, MI
Hollywood Regency 1940's armchair with ebonized wood frame and brass tacked mustard patent leather upholstery. Tufted back and subtle gilt pin striping on the arms and front legs.
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Vintage 1940s American Hollywood Regency Armchairs
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Wood, Patent Leather
H 32 in W 23.25 in D 23 in
Pair of Mid Century Armchairs in Patent Leather & Lacquered Wood
Located in New York, NY
A pair of vintage bergere form lounge chairs in black lacquered wood with black patent leather upholstery and brass nail head detailing.
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Vintage 1950s American Club Chairs
Materials
Patent Leather, Wood
Italian 1950's brass arm chair by CHIAVARI
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Italian 1950's brass arm chair with compass back by Chiavari. This piece is often attributed to Gio Ponti.
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Vintage 1950s Italian Armchairs
Materials
Brass
Whimiscal Pair of Lucite Occasional Armchairs
Located in Miami, FL
Black patent leather backrest trim and woolen seats, these artistically curved armchairs are comfortable and delight to enjoy.
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Vintage 1970s American Armchairs
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Lucite, Wool, Patent Leather
"Candy Stripes" chrome cube T-chairs Milo Baughman 1973 pair
Located in Canaan, CT
a stunning pair of cube T-chairs by Milo Baughman 1973.
The chrome finish is very good, with just a few scratches to the frames on one side of chair. this set in pic was sold, howev...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
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Chrome
Italian brass armchair with Greek key armrests
Located in Danville, CA
Beautifully crafted brass chair with Greek key armrests and black Patent leather upholstery. This chair was made in Italy for Mastercraft of Grand Rapids.
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Vintage 1950s Italian Club Chairs
Materials
Brass
jacques Quinet patent leather chairs
Located in Newburgh, NY
Elegant pair of armchairs by Jacques Quinet, very nice details on the legs. A variation of this model can be seen in the book at page..
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20th Century French Chairs
Materials
Brass
40's Italian pair of chairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
metal pair of chairs reupholstered, crocodile patent leather
original chrome frame some scratches , very comfortable and beautiful
original chrome frame some scratches , very comfortable and beautiful
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Vintage 1940s Italian Club Chairs
Materials
Chrome
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20th Century Patent Leather Armchairs For Sale on 1stDibs
There is a range of 20th century patent leather armchairs for sale on 1stDibs. Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern and Art Deco 20th century patent leather armchairs are consistently popular styles. Thonet, Angelo Donghia and Milo Baughman each produced beautiful 20th century patent leather armchairs that are worth considering.
How Much are 20th Century Patent Leather Armchairs?
Prices for 20th century patent leather armchairs start at $780 and top out at $21,900 with the average selling for $3,150.
Finding the Right Armchairs for You
Armchairs have run the gamut from prestige to ease and everything in between, and everyone has an antique or vintage armchair that they love.
Long before industrial mass production democratized seating, armchairs conveyed status and power.
In ancient Egypt, the commoners took stools, while in early Greece, ceremonial chairs of carved marble were designated for nobility. But the high-backed early thrones of yore, elevated and ornate, were merely grandiose iterations of today’s armchairs.
Modern-day armchairs, built with functionality and comfort in mind, are now central to tasks throughout your home. Formal dining armchairs support your guests at a table for a cheery feast, a good drafting chair with a deep seat is parked in front of an easel where you create art and, elsewhere, an ergonomic wonder of sorts positions you at the desk for your 9 to 5.
When placed under just the right lamp where you can lounge comfortably, both elbows resting on the padded supports on each side of you, an upholstered armchair — or a rattan armchair for your light-suffused sunroom — can be the sanctuary where you’ll read for hours.
If you’re in the mood for company, your velvet chesterfield armchair is a place to relax and be part of the conversation that swirls around you. Maybe the dialogue is about the beloved Papa Bear chair, a mid-century modern masterpiece from Danish carpenter and furniture maker Hans Wegner, and the wingback’s strong association with the concept of cozying up by the fireplace, which we can trace back to its origins in 1600s-era England, when the seat’s distinctive arm protrusions protected the sitter from the heat of the period’s large fireplaces.
If the fireside armchair chat involves spirited comparisons, your companions will likely probe the merits of antique and vintage armchairs such as Queen Anne armchairs, Victorian armchairs or even Louis XVI armchairs, as well as the pros and cons of restoration versus conservation.
Everyone seems to have a favorite armchair and most people will be all too willing to talk about their beloved design. Whether that’s the unique Favela chair by Brazilian sibling furniture designers Fernando and Humberto Campana, who repurposed everyday objects to provocative effect; or Marcel Breuer’s futuristic tubular metal Wassily lounge chair; the functionality-first LC series from Charlotte Perriand, Le Corbusier and Pierre Jeanneret; or the Eames lounge chair of the mid-1950s created by Charles and Ray Eames, there is an iconic armchair for everyone and every purpose. Find yours on 1stDibs right now.
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