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Vintage Wire Chairs SM05 by Cees Braakman for UMS PASTOE ,1950s

Original set of four SM05 wire chairs designed by Cees Braakman & Adriaan Dekker for UMS Pastoe in 1953. Black lacquered wire steel with black fabric seat cushions. Very modern chairs for that time with a rebellious design. Seats are from first owner. Good vintage condition. The lacquered steel has its traces of use according to age and use. The black fabric of the seats is in good condition, the filling is moderate. Under the black fabric is the original red upholstery.

Red Leatherette Armchair, Czechoslovakia 1950s

These 1950s armchairs are simple, yet very original. Their look elegant, yet sharp. The black metal legs hold the red leatherette seat with a white hem around it. The back side is edged with round metal studs. The seat is in very good condition. The wooden armrests are in an original, very good condition, some wear visible in pictures. Beautiful chairs produced in Czechoslovakia. Price for one, two available.

Design In The 1950s

With the boom from birth to prosperity, the post-war period marked the beginning of consumer society. This inspired designers to create avant-garde seating mostly using materials like, steel, wood, and leather. Often a piece of furniture would combine only two materials or two colours – creating tension and harmony without fuss or superfluous ornament. Women, … Continue reading “Design In The 1950s”

Thonet Design Office Chair With Armrests By Tatra, Czechoslovakia 1950s

This beautiful office chair was produced according to Thonet designs from 1920s. The chair was however produced by Tatra company in Czechoslovakia, which used to copy the original Thonet designs in the 1950s. Made of oak wood with veneered seat and backrest. The chair is in good condition with visible patina and some wear on the veneer, mainly on the seat. Fully functional. Full of beautiful details and amazing lines. Original label.

Pair of bedside tables 50s 60 restored

Pair of bedside tables 50s 60 restored Completely restored and relooked in a skin print coat enhanced with red, this pair can dress up an entrance, serve as a small coffee table or bedside table simply. Some minimal traces of use. 57cm x 38cm x 52cm high. 9kg. . Price 320 for the pair

Vintage 415 /1401 Armchairs by Wim Rietveld for Gispan, 1950s, pair

This 415 /1401 armchair was designed by Wim Rietveld for Gispen during the 1950s. With a straight back it sits on a graphite black painted steel frame. The back and seat are both made from steel, which has been lacquered, and equipped with a removable cover with foam rubber. The seat has two armrests in bakelite. This chair was first shown at the 10th Milan Triennale (1954) and was awarded with a gold medal. Width: 65 cm Depth: 61 cm Height: 70 cm Seat Height: 38 cm