Pair of Italian Mid Century Modern Armchairs, circa 1970s. Style of Marco Zanuso. Zanuso was an architect and an influential Italian designer known for his mid-century furniture. His armchairs reflect a combination of elegance and innovation, typical of this era’s furniture design. This 1970’s pair is a velvet in a bold green color, with sleek, curved form and a focus on simplicity and elegance. Armchairs have tall backs with integrated arms and rest on four tapering metal mounted legs.