Vintage Swivel Armchair Zefir, Hungary (1960) in Platonic Love Velvet

With its industrial silhouette and sturdy swivel base, the Zefir armchair embodies the utilitarian rigor of mid-century Eastern European design. Yet beneath its functional bones lies a bold new skin — Platonic Love, a velvet of rhythmic geometry and soft power, transforming the chair into a tactile landscape.

This chair brings together strong metal and soft velvet. The mix creates contrast but also balance. That’s why it fits in both styled homes and bold public spaces. Reupholstered by VLAdiLA for Retros Gallery, it gives a vintage piece new life. In the end, it’s more than a chair — it’s a modern design statement.

You can feel the difference right away — soft velvet against solid metal. The mix gives it a grounded feel, but it still looks refined. So, it fits easily into spaces that blend bold character with quiet charm.

Reupholstered in “Platonic Love” velvet by VLAdiLA

Retros Gallery × VLAdiLA — Geometry in Motion

Sculptural function meets poetic form. This vintage swivel armchair is reimagined in collaboration with VLAdiLA, using the graphic, architectural presence of Platonic Love velvet.
A conversation between mid-century restraint and expressive textile geometry. Built to move, designed to speak.

Its palette showcases bold black-and-white contrasts, intersected by rhythmic lines, bringing a sense of visual cadence. A vision where Bauhaus clarity meets soft modern romanticism—subtle, sculptural, and striking from every angle.

A conversation between the past and the present. With Platonic Love velvet, this chair finds new voice and expression, creating a striking visual dialogue. Its rhythmic lines and bold palette echo a modern sensibility, all while staying grounded in mid-century roots. It’s a perfect blend of clarity and softness, creating something timeless yet fresh.

Details: Vintage Swivel Armchair Zefir

Designer: Unknown

Manufacturer: Zefir

Origin: Hungary

Period: 1960s

Reupholstered in: Platonic Love velvet by VLAdiLA

Materials: Iron, steel

Structure: Swivel base, black painted metal

Dimensions:

• Height: 75 cm
• Width: 52 cm
• Depth: 47 cm
• Seat Height: 46 cm

Available 2 pc.

Every angle reveals a balance of strength and softness. The bold velvet draws you in, while the sturdy frame holds its shape. Together, they create a quiet confidence. That’s why it works in both refined homes and creative spaces — it stands out but never tries too hard.