{"product_id":"pair-of-pieff-beta-lounge-chairs-in-black-leather-mid-century-vintage-retro-mcm","title":"Pair Of Pieff Beta Lounge Chairs In Black Leather Mid Century Vintage Retro MCM","description":"\u003cp\u003eNew Stock ✅\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePair Of Pieff Beta Lounge Chairs In Black Leather Mid Century Vintage Retro MCM\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrice is for the pair\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned by Tim Bates, the ‘Beta’ range was made for Pieff from the 1970s, made in their factory in Lye, West Midlands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePieff of Worcester was one of the most important manufacturers of high-end British furniture during the 1960’s and 70’s, describing itself as ‘luxury furniture of the late 20th century’.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRetailed by Harrods and Heals, their products personify British mid century design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe’ve retained the famous Pirelli webbing system support on these fabulous chairs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe chrome frame does show historical signs of pitting and corrosion but this has been successfully treated and now adds to its patina showcasing its age and life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions\u003cbr\u003eHeight - 65cm\u003cbr\u003eWidth - 60cm\u003cbr\u003eDepth - 80cm\u003cbr\u003eSeat Height - 42cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePieff furniture was a range of avant-garde furniture designed and produced in Cradley Heath near Birmingham from 1953 until 1983.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePieff of Worcester was one of the most important manufacturers of high-end British furniture during the 60s, 70s and early 80s, describing itself as ‘luxury furniture of the late 20th century’.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePieff now personify British mid century design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePieff as we know today, was formed as “Production Facilities Limited” in 1953 by Frederick Bates and son David, and produced contract furniture for hospitals, coffee bars and canteens, and other commercial uses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter Tim Bates joined, younger brother of David, the business in 1966, the company began to produce high-end furniture we know today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSold through Harrods, Heals and other prestigious shops, Pieff was synonymous with luxury. Globally recognised as one of the top brands, Pieff were particularly successful in the 1970s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTim Bates designed some of the most cutting-edge British furniture of the period. A design student with experience on the factory floor, Tim led the Design and Development of a new up-market product range in the late 1960s. Launched at the Decor Furniture Exhibition in May 1970, promotional photos displayed the furniture alongside Lamborghini supercars. In keeping with this Italian connection, the first two Pieff model ranges were named Eleganza and Suntuoso. Though initially created for the contract market, Pieff furniture was quickly aimed at retail customers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA casualty of the industrial recession of the 1980s, Pieff Furniture went into receivership in May 1983. Then, local company PEL Ltd of Oldbury purchased the Pieff product range and remaining stock. Currently, the Pieff name belongs to P. F. Collections Ltd of Long Eaton, Nottingham.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor any questions please message us on WhatsApp +447590146893 or please call us and follow us on Instagram @relicsofretro\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNational and international delivery is available at an extra cost which we can organise on your behalf.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCollection in person is welcome. We are West of Cambridge in Bourn CB23.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease message before purchasing to confirm delivery costs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note that vintage furniture may have some slight imperfections, which is to be expected in keeping with its age, as we do not offer returns on items sold.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Relics of Retro","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57155747381626,"sku":null,"price":895.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0595\/8130\/0814\/files\/C49A12B5-6208-4460-9A97-DBDF1D6866F0.jpg?v=1786373399","url":"https:\/\/relicsofretro.co.uk\/products\/pair-of-pieff-beta-lounge-chairs-in-black-leather-mid-century-vintage-retro-mcm","provider":"Relics of Retro","version":"1.0","type":"link"}