Lyra made its debut in Poltrona Fraus catalogue of 1934, as a variant of Lira, an earlier model (from 1916) that had a velvet cushion. The 1934 replica still sported a rounded seat back and finishing, which were the formal traits of Victorian living room furniture, combined with the other comfort-making features of these armchairs: deep seat, comfortable arms and a plush cushion.

A comfortable armchair in the Louis XV style, it is the quintessence of baroque revisited to dazzle, excite and captivate. Louis Ghost is the most daring example in the world of injected polycarbonate in a single mould.

Ghost is a miracle of fantasy and solidity, an eternity of fluidity and beauty, as if a ribbon of water has been petrified, to hold not water, but the human body. The first curved glass armchair made from a single piece bent glass, it has become a world design icon owing to its harmonious, elegant design, but even more so by the wonder that Ghost evoked for its essence as a shadow, trace, semblance, spirit & soul.

Kartell’s chairs offer unlimited design opportunities. In both modern and contemporary styles, Kartell has a chair to compliment any living/dining room or event. The Form Armchair was created by architect and designer Piero Lissoni.

From 1 to 24 October, the DU55 sofa designed by Gastone Rinaldi in 1954 will be one of the stars of an exhibition dedicated to RIMA, an historic metal furnishings company in Padua, founded in 1916 by the designer’s father Mario.

Designed in 1965, the Dezza is a comfortable, light-weight and adaptable armchair, that has accurately been reproduced in a refined re-edition that enhances its formal beauty and stylistic uniqueness.

Clarissa is a dynamic easy chair,ready for action but open to relaxation, the temporary suspension of activity. A combination of competition and collaboration, provocation and aesthetics.

The powerful design of Big Mama armchair in its classy legs and wide seating renders an autocratic appeal.

A very imposing piece with upright back and edgy look for an autocratic feel.