Mid-20th-Century Italian Hollywood Regency Silvered Wrought Iron Dining Armchairs - a Pair

39 1/4”H x 24”W x 23”D

Seat Height: 19 1/2” Arm Height: 25" 

A dramatic synthesis of Mediterranean romanticism and Hollywood Regency glamour, this pair of mid-20th-century Italian armchairs showcases expressive decorative ironwork hand-forged in a silver-painted finish with sweeping scrolled supports, curved armrests, and delicate feet. Each shaped backrest rises to a regal crest rail enclosing parchment-toned paneling with intricate textured cartouche borders, paired with generous seats upholstered in embossed faux ostrich leather in deep charcoal-black to create a striking material dialogue. While rooted in the Mediterranean tradition of patio and loggia seating, the parchment and tailored upholstery indicate they were commissioned for upscale sunrooms, enclosed verandas, or transitional salon spaces rather than direct exposure to the elements. Offered in great vintage condition, the solid frames exhibit honest patina and light wear to the silver finish consistent with age, while the back panels and seat upholstery remain exceptionally well-preserved across the pair, which is being offered from a larger matching suite of six.

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Embossed vinyl and synthetic leather mimicking exotic skins like ostrich became a mainstream luxury trend in interior design starting in the 1980s and continuing through the 1990s. The seats were either upholstered during the late 20th century or custom reupholstered by an interior designer down the line to modernize the set.

Italy

1970s - 1980s