{"product_id":"tuxedo-armchair-681-bauhaus-design-alivar-mvsevm","title":"MVSEVM 681 Armchair","description":"\u003ch2\u003eMvsevm Armchair 681 (Tuxedo) – A Modern Classic Rooted in Design History\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"338\" data-end=\"896\"\u003eIt is extremely difficult to trace the precise origins of the modern sofa, but its emergence can be placed just before the 1920s. Early designs were pioneering, created not by industrial manufacturers, but by decorators and upholsterers for sophisticated clientele. These pieces—unlike the ornate, traditional furniture of the time—represented a radical departure in form and function. Rather than appearing in industry catalogues, they were seen in the interiors crafted by legendary decorators like \u003cstrong data-start=\"839\" data-end=\"895\"\u003eElsie de Wolfe, Syrie Maugham, and Jean-Michel Frank\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"898\" data-end=\"1106\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"902\" data-end=\"925\"\u003eMvsevm Armchair 681 by Alivar Italy\u003c\/strong\u003e, also known as the \u003cstrong data-start=\"945\" data-end=\"955\"\u003eTuxedo\u003c\/strong\u003e, is a tribute to this transformative era of design—when decorators, fashion, cinema, and craftsmanship converged to shape the modern upholstered form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"322\" data-end=\"345\"\u003eDesign Heritage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"347\" data-end=\"463\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eInspired by the minimalist ethos of Bauhaus, the Armchair 681 features clean lines, geometric precision, and a sculptural silhouette.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eIts design pays homage to the timeless appeal of mid-century modern aesthetics, making it a versatile addition to both residential and commercial spaces.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1654\" data-end=\"1698\"\u003eA Legacy Shaped by Cinema and Fashion\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1700\" data-end=\"2182\"\u003eBy the mid-1920s, distinct upholstered forms like the tuxedo-style armchair began appearing in Hollywood sets and elite homes alike. With its squared silhouette and clean geometry, the Tuxedo Armchair channels this legacy, embodying the interaction between cinema, evolving tastes, and artisanal upholstery. As a product of small-scale craftsmanship—requiring no complex industrial machinery—this piece stays true to the adaptable and expressive roots of early modern furniture design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"465\" data-end=\"489\"\u003ePremium Materials\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"493\" data-end=\"543\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"493\" data-end=\"502\"\u003eFrame\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eSolid wood construction ensures durability and stability.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"546\" data-end=\"601\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"546\" data-end=\"560\"\u003eUpholstery\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eAvailable in a variety of luxurious materials, including leather, fabric, and eco-friendly options, allowing for personalized customization.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"604\" data-end=\"696\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"604\" data-end=\"616\"\u003eCushions\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eHigh-density foam and goose down provide exceptional comfort and support.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.modernpalette.com\/products\/article-681-by-alivar-museum-anonymous-mid-century-armchair-sofa?utm_source=chatgpt.com\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"flex h-4.5 overflow-hidden rounded-xl px-2 text-[0.5625em] font-medium text-token-text-secondary! bg-[#F4F4F4]! dark:bg-[#303030]! transition-colors duration-150 ease-in-out\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative start-0 bottom-0 flex h-full w-full items-center\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"flex h-4 w-full items-center justify-between overflow-hidden\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"max-w-full grow truncate overflow-hidden text-center\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"848\" data-end=\"880\"\u003eCertified Italian Quality\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"882\" data-end=\"1000\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eEach Armchair 681 is handcrafted in Italy, adhering to the highest standards of quality and craftsmanship.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eThe Made in Italy certification guarantees authenticity and excellence in every detail.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDimensions:\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0568\/0169\/files\/MVSEVM_-_Colours_Finishes.pdf?v=1593200327\" title=\"MVSEVM Materials\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eW30 D33.5 H33.5; Seat H17 (Inches)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0568\/0169\/files\/681_Tuxedo.pdf?v=1747933258\" title=\"Specs\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e  |  \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0568\/0169\/files\/MVSEVM_-_Colours_Finishes.pdf?v=1593200327\" title=\"MVSEVM Materials\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinishes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003ca title=\"MVSEVM Italy\" href=\"https:\/\/www.modernpalette.com\/collections\/alivar-mvsevm-furniture\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0568\/0169\/files\/mvsevm-logo-300px_8b9b5cf0-751d-4a09-8518-0383a4dc63e7_160x160.png?v=1767896379\" alt=\"Alivar MVSEVM\" style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\" width=\"131\" height=\"37\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvailability: Special Order (12 to 14 weeks)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Alivar Mvsevm","offers":[{"title":"Cat. 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