Italian Modern Dining Chairs Iva by Roberto Pamio and Renato Toso for Stilwood, 1970s, Set of 4
A vintage set of 4 Italian modern dining chairs in likely ash wood, designed by Roberto Pamio & Renato Toso for Stilwood and produced in Italy in 1972. The Iva chairs are known for their sculptural angled frame, rounded cylindrical legs, architectural wooden seat and warm natural wood grain, making them a distinctive set of Italian 1970s dining chairs with a strong collectible presence.
- Designer: Roberto Pamio & Renato Toso
- Maker: Stilwood
- Model: Iva
- Origin: Italy
- Period: 1972
- Style: Italian modern, 1970s modern, sculptural modern, postmodern-influenced
- Materials: Likely ash wood, wood veneer
- Dimensions: 49 W x 44 D x 75 H cm (19.3 W x 17.3 D x 29.5 H in)
- Seat height: 43 cm (16.9 in)
- Quantity: Set of 4
The Iva chairs have a bold and architectural silhouette, defined by their thick square wooden seats, softly rounded edges and diagonally placed back legs that visually continue into the backrest. The rounded legs and gently curved back rail soften the construction, giving the set a beautiful balance between graphic structure and organic warmth. The visible joinery, rounded profiles and natural grain give these chairs a sculptural, quietly brutalist character while remaining refined and functional.
The Iva chair was designed in 1972 by Roberto Pamio and Renato Toso for Stilwood, an Italian manufacturer known for expressive modern wooden furniture. Documented examples describe the model as made in ash wood, with a strong architectural frame and dynamic angled construction. The design sits beautifully within the Italian 1970s movement, where functional furniture often carried a more sculptural, experimental presence.
Condition
Good vintage condition with signs of age and use consistent with its period. The wooden frames show natural patina, light scratches, small marks, darker spots, minor colour variation and wear to the lacquered surface. Some visible marks and surface wear are present on the seats and backrests, as shown in the photos. The chairs remain structurally solid and ready for use.
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