The Hall Armchair, designed by Roberto Menghi for Arflex in 1958, is a celebrated example of Italian mid-century furniture design. Introduced as part of the Hall collection of armchairs and sofas at the end of the 1950s, the chair received an Honorable Mention for the Compasso d'Oro in 1959. Hall combines a substantial upholstered body with a visually lighter base, creating a distinctive balance between comfort and geometric clarity. Its internal structure is metal, while the frame and armrests are upholstered with shaped polyurethane foam in differentiated densities and a polyester slipcover. Elastic straps provide suspension for the seating structure. A wooden base introduces a warm material contrast beneath the upholstered volume. Current specifications list wood finishes including wengé and chocolate stained, while the chair can be upholstered in fabric or leather. More than six decades after its original design, Hall Armchair remains part of the Arflex collection, offering a historically significant designer armchair for contemporary residential and interior-design settings. Its continued presence in the manufacturer's catalog is directly confirmed by the current Arflex product page.
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Key Features
Designed by Roberto Menghi for Arflex in 1958.
Received an Honorable Mention for the Compasso d'Oro in 1959.
Part of the historic Hall collection of armchairs and sofas.
Metal internal structure.
Elastic strap suspension.
Shaped polyurethane upholstery with differentiated density.
Wooden base.
Wengé and chocolate stained wood base options are listed.
Available with fabric or leather upholstery.
Wide selection of Arflex upholstery textiles and leathers.
Materials
Structure: Metal.
Springing: Elastic straps.
Frame & Armrests Upholstery: Shaped polyurethane foam with differentiated density and polyester slipcover.
Base: Wood.
Base Finishes: Wengé or chocolate stained.
Cover: Fabric or leather.
Measurements
Hall Armchair
Width: 99 cm / 39 in
Depth: 86 cm / 34 in
Overall Height: 82 cm / 32.3 in
Seat Height: 41 cm / 16.1 in
Armrest Height: 50 cm / 19.7 in
Why Buy the Hall Armchair?
Authentic Italian Design Heritage: Hall dates to 1958 and belongs to Arflex's late-1950s collection designed by Roberto Menghi.
Compasso d'Oro Recognition: The Hall Armchair received an Honorable Mention in 1959, giving the design documented historical recognition.
Premium Upholstered Construction: A metal structure, elastic suspension, and differentiated-density shaped polyurethane form the technical foundation of the chair.
Beautiful Material Contrast: The upholstered body is paired with a wooden base, available in finishes including wengé and chocolate stained.
Fabric or Leather Customization: Hall can be specified with either fabric or leather upholstery.
Generous Lounge Proportions: The chair measures 99 × 86 cm with an overall height of 82 cm and seat height of 41 cm.
Strong Choice for Design-Focused Interiors: In my merchandising view, its documented 1958 provenance, award recognition, and material combination make Hall particularly compelling for customers seeking an authentic piece of Italian design history.
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