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Price category: 12,500 - 15,000 usd / eur

The mid 1950s in Italy were marked by a new softness in modern furniture. Designers began shifting away from the strict rationalism of the postwar years and toward interiors shaped through comfort and tactility. Lenzi worked inside that transition. Their production merged clarity of proportion with upholstered volume. The result was a kind of modernism that felt warm, human, and atmospheric rather than merely functional.

This pair of armchairs features curved backs, low arms, and deep seats all flowing into one continuous shape, to create a soft envelope around the sitter. Upholstered in a muted olive green textile with a subtle pile, the chairs gain depth through texture rather than pattern. The fabric reads almost like moss, perfectly natural and comforting. The seat is anchored by four slender brass legs that angle outward with quiet poise. Their gleam has just enough presence to complement the body above without drawing excess attention to themselves. The upper part of the chairs feels steady and welcoming, while the slender metal below introduces air and lightness. Every contour and proportion has been judged toward an overall calm. This pair is the perfect example of great attention to detail mixed with skilled cabinetmaking.

These pieces speak to a moment when Italian modernism was not purely decorative, nor austere, but refined in its ability to create atmosphere. They remain compelling examples of Lenzi's charming yet timeless design approach.

Condition:

In good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use. Minor marks and scratches on the brass due to the nature and age of the material. The chairs have recently been reupholstered in a premium fabric. Each of our items can be reupholstered by our in-house atelier in a fabric of choice. Please reach out for more information.

Dimensions:

29.92 in W x 26.77 in D x 24.40 in H; Seat height 17.32 in; Seat depth 23.62 in; Arm height 21.26 in

76 cm W x 68 cm D x 62 cm H; Seat height 44 cm; Seat depth 60 cm; Arm height 54 cm