Marco Zanuso Sofas
Italian, 1916-2001
Italian designer Marco Zanuso helped cement his country’s place as a world leader in furniture design that used new materials in revolutionary ways.
Zanuso was part of a generation of furniture designers who encouraged a sharp departure from the traditionalism and classicalism that reigned over the design industry before the war. These designers, who are associated with what we now call mid-century modernism, experimented with new technologies and materials to deliver on the world’s newfound need for streamlined products that represented the future.
After graduating from the Polytechnic University of Milan in 1939 with a degree in architecture, Zanuso served in the Navy during World War II. Soon after the war, he opened his own design firm in Milan in 1945. He later became an editor at well-regarded design magazines Domus and Casabella.
Zanuso used this editorial platform to both promote new Italian designs as well as his own pieces, some of which he made using unconventional materials like foam and latex. For instance, his famous Lady armchair from 1951 is a composition of foam rubber and Nastro Cord, a recently invented textile band of rubberized fabric that eliminated the need for metal springs. It was one of several pieces he designed for Italian manufacturer Arflex, along with the 1949 Antropus chair and the 1951 Sleep-o-matic sofa.
Zanuso often collaborated with other like-minded creatives. From 1955 until 1957, he was Olivetti’s architect, designing factories across Brazil, and for nearly two decades, he collaborated with German designer Richard Sapper. The pair’s most famous product is the 4999 children’s chair, manufactured in the 1960s by Kartell in Italy. The stackable chair was the first to be manufactured entirely of injection-molded plastic.
Zanuso and Sapper also partnered on the 1962 Brionvega Doney 14, the first European-made portable transistor TV; its sleek, compact and curvy form deeply influenced the design of television sets that followed, which were far more sculptural in form than the rigid boxes that characterized early models.
From the 1970s onward, Zanuso taught architecture and industrial design at the Polytechnic University of Milan. He still exercised his creative talents, planning the headquarters for computer companies and renovating Italian theaters.
Each of Zanuso’s elegant works were demonstrative of a forward-looking sensibility. His projects saw an integration of novel industrial materials that not only helped emphasize the beauty of good design but also played a role in rendering these well-made products accessible to everyday consumers.
On 1stDibs, find a collection of vintage Marco Zanuso furniture, including armchairs, sofas, table lamps and other items.
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Creator: Marco Zanuso
"Sleep O Matic" Sofa by Marco Zanuso for Pizzetti
By Marco Zanuso, Pizzetti Design
Located in Conversano, IT
Stunning sofa model "Sleep O Matic" designed by Marco Zanuso and produced by the Pizzetti company in the 1950s.
The sofa comes with the original fabric in excellent condition, an iri...
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1950s Italian Vintage Marco Zanuso Sofas
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Brass
Italian Mid-Century Modern Triennale Sofa by Marco Zanuso for Arflex circa 1951
By Marco Zanuso, Arflex
Located in New York, NY
An Original Marco Zanuso Triennale Sofa , 3 seat model, made for Arflex, Italy, circa 1951. "This model was first presented by Marco Zanuso at t...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Marco Zanuso Sofas
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Brass, Steel
Rare Two-Seat Marco Zanuso Lady Sofa, Arflex, Italy, 1960s, New Pure Mohair
By Marco Zanuso, Arflex
Located in London, GB
Rare authentic two-seat Marco Zanuso lady sofa, Arflex, France/Italy, 1960s. Newly upholtsered in a premium, taupe (brown / grey), pure mohair fabric. Fast shipping worldwide.
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Marco Zanuso Sofas
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Brass
Rare Curved Italian Mid-Century Triennale Sofa by Marco Zanuso, 1951
By Marco Zanuso, Arflex
Located in New York, NY
A Rare and Important Italian Mid-Century Modern Triennale Sofa / Divan/ Couch by Marco Zanuso for Arflex, Italy, circa 1951. The piece is in it's original Ultra-marine faux leather /...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Marco Zanuso Sofas
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Brass, Steel
Regent Sofa by Marco Zanuso
By Marco Zanuso
Located in Long Island City, NY
The Regent sofa by Marco Zanuso for Arflex has been newly reupholstered in Rebelli - Leonia, Corda/Rope fabric and features rosewood and enameled steel legs.
Marco Zanuso (1916–200...
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Marco Zanuso Sofas
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Enamel, Steel
Mid century italian sofa set by Marco Zanuso, 1950s
By Marco Zanuso
Located in HEVERLEE, BE
Mid century 'lady' sofa by Marco Zanuso in yellow velvet.
Original fabric.
very elegant curvy design and still very comfortable.
Very decorative and good looking mid century itali...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Marco Zanuso Sofas
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Brass
Lady Armchair by Marco Zanuso for Arflex, 1950's Full Restoration by Greenapple
By Marco Zanuso, Arflex, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Collectible Vintage Italian armchair designed by Marco Zanuso for Arflex in the 1950s.
This iconic design piece has been completely restored from the frame and special brass legs to...
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Early 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Marco Zanuso Sofas
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Brass
rare marco zanuso lady sofa by arflex
By Marco Zanuso, Arflex
Located in Munich, DE
rare and elegant lady sofa by marco zanuso. only produced for a short period by arflex / italy.
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Marco Zanuso Sofas
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Metal, Brass
Marco Zanuso three-seat original "Lady" sofa for Arflex, Italy, 1960s
By Marco Zanuso, Arflex
Located in Skokie, IL
Marco Zanuso three-seat original "Lady" sofa for Arflex, Italy, 1960s. Original fabric retains Arflex logo. Reupholstered in houndstooth.
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Marco Zanuso Sofas
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Fabric
Marco Zanuso, Pair of Sofas Model Baronet for Arflex, 1964
By Marco Zanuso, Arflex
Located in Paris, FR
Lovely Pair of "Baronet" lounge sofas designed by Marco Zanuso and edited by Arflex in Italy, 1964.
The side panels are made of rosewood plywood. The frames have been entirely refin...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Marco Zanuso Sofas
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Fabric, Bouclé, Upholstery
Mid-Century Modern Marco Zanuso "Triennale Corner" Green Velvet, Italy, 1951
By Marco Zanuso, Arflex
Located in Madrid, ES
"Triennale corner" curved sofa designed by Marco Zanuso and edited by Arflex in 1951.
Made of solid wood structure and polish brass legs. Upholstered in dark green cotton velvet.
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Marco Zanuso Sofas
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Brass
Mid-Century Modern Sofa by Marco Zanuso, Italy, 1960s - New Upholstery
By Marco Zanuso
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Sofa by Marco Zanuso, Italy, 1960s - New Upholstery
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Marco Zanuso Sofas
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Velvet
Marco Zanuso "IX Triennale" Sofa for Arflex, Italy 1950s
By Marco Zanuso, Arflex
Located in Utrecht, NL
“There is no border between craftsmanship and design. What we do on the model, which will then be reproduced a thousand times, is an activity in which we bring all our experience.” s...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Marco Zanuso Sofas
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Metal
Mid-Century Modern "Regent" Sofa by Marco Zanuso, Italy, 1960s - New Upholstery
By Marco Zanuso
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern "Regent" Sofa by Marco Zanuso, Italy, 1960s - New Upholstery
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1960s Italian Vintage Marco Zanuso Sofas
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Velvet
Marco Zanuso Sofa for Arflex Mid Century Italian Modern Teal Upholstery Clean!
By Marco Zanuso, Arflex
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Marco Zanuso Sofa Pull Out Daybed for Arflex Mid Century Italian Modern Teal Upholstery Clean!
seat height: 16
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Marco Zanuso Sofas
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Upholstery
Mid-Century Modern Sofa by Marco Zanuso, Italy, 1950s, New Beige Upholstery
By Marco Zanuso
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Sofa by Marco Zanuso, Italy, 1950s - New Beige Upholstery.
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1950s Italian Vintage Marco Zanuso Sofas
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Fabric
Italian Midcentury Beige Velvet Sofa Triennale by Marco Zanuso for Arflex, 1956
By Marco Zanuso, Arflex
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian midcentury Beige velvet Sofa Triennale by Marco Zanuso for Arflex, 1956
Iconic four seater sofa mod. Triennale with fully padded seat and ba...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Marco Zanuso Sofas
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Velvet
Three-Seat Sofa 'SQUARE' by Marco Zanuso, Arflex, 1961
By Marco Zanuso
Located in Berlin, Berlin
Sofa from the RSQUARE series, designed by Marco Zanuso. Italy, Arflex 1961.
Newly upholstered sofa by Marco Zanuso, with buttoned backrest and three loose seat cushions. Black met...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Marco Zanuso Sofas
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Metal
Relax Sofa Set by Marco Zanuso for Poltronova, 1970s
By Poltronova, Marco Zanuso
Located in Roma, IT
Relax sofa set is a set of tree realized by Marco Zanuso (1916-2001) for Poltronova in 1970s.
Leather, wood, metal. Ashtrays on arms.
Coach; height...
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1970s Italian Modern Vintage Marco Zanuso Sofas
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Metal
Arflex 1st Edition Lady 3 seater sofa
By Marco Zanuso
Located in London, GB
An original midcentury Arflex 3 seater Lady sofa, designed by Marco Zanuso in the 1950's
This sofa has been lovingly reupholstered by an expert master-craftsman in Tuscany using Pe...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Marco Zanuso Sofas
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Bouclé
Marco Zanuso Sofa for Arflex, Italy, 1950
By Marco Zanuso
Located in Amsterdam, NL
A stunning 3-seater sofa designed by Marco Zanuso, manufactured by Arflex in Italy around 1950.
This eye-catching sofa is newly upholstered in grey fabric. The outwards tilted, tu...
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1950s Italian Vintage Marco Zanuso Sofas
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Metal
Vintage Completely Restored Marco Zanuso Lady Sofa, Italy 1950s
By Marco Zanuso
Located in PEGO, ES
Lady Sofa or Love seat by designer Marco Zanusso from the 1950s for Arflex.
Completely restored to the highest quality with a beautiful cream-colored looped ...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Marco Zanuso Sofas
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Steel
Superb Mohair 'Lady' Sitting Room Set Designed by Zanuso for Arflex, Italy, 1951
By Marco Zanuso, Arflex
Located in bergen op zoom, NL
Sumptuous and extremely rare 'lady' living room set designed by Marco Zanuso for Arflex ,Italy in 1961. The set consists of a super rare and extremely elegant , three seat elliptical form, 'Lady' sofa ,the largest size produced complete with a matching pair of very early (artisan wood frame) production 'Lady Chairs '. Please note the coffee table is not included with this set.
This set has been recovered in an extremely elegant high quality 'Musco' 00 mohair fabric by the famous Dutch textile manufacturer 'De Ploeg' . The fabric creates a warm luxurious organic glow as the mohair pile...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Marco Zanuso Sofas
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Steel, Brass
Large Sofa Marco Zanuso Arflex "Senior" Velvet by Pierre Frey Brass 1951 Italy
By Marco Zanuso, Arflex
Located in Catania, IT
Elegant "Senior" sofa designed by Marzo Zanuso for Arflex in Italy, 1951.
This sofa has been restored, it has been upholstered in a precious light green velvet from the prestigious ...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Marco Zanuso Sofas
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Brass
1 of 2 Newly Upholstered Regent Sofa by Marco Zanuso for Arflex in Petrol Color
By Marco Zanuso, Arflex
Located in Berlin, DE
Marco Zanuso Regent 3-seater for Arflex, Italy, 1960s. The piece is on walnut glides and newly upholstered in Kvadrat steelcut fabric. The price is for one sofa. We also have a two-s...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Marco Zanuso Sofas
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Fabric
Marco Zanuso Lady Divano Sofa in Green for Cassina, Italy - new
By Cassina, Marco Zanuso
Located in Berlin, DE
Sofa designed by Marco Zanuso in 1951, relaunched in 2016. Manufactured by Cassina in Italy. Price given applies to the piece as shown in the first picture. Prices vary dependent on ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Marco Zanuso Sofas
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Metal
Marco Zanuso Iconic Edition Black and White Lady Divano by Cassina
By Marco Zanuso, Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Sofa designed by Marco Zanuso in 1951, relaunched in 2016.
Manufactured by Cassina in Italy.
The armchair is now flanked by a two-seat sofa ith the same production features as the a...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Marco Zanuso Sofas
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Metal
Arflex Sofa Triennale Model Design Marco Zanuso 60's Vintage
By Marco Zanuso
Located in taranto, IT
Rare two-seater sofa produced by Arflex, "triennale" model, design Marco Zanuso, late 50s.
Polyurethane structure with ribbed velvet upholstery of light beige sand color, measurin...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Marco Zanuso Sofas
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Velvet
Bench Model Lady, Marco Zanuso, 1960
By Marco Zanuso
Located in Saint ouen, FR
Bench model Lady - Marco Zanuso
Artflex erosion
Grey fabric and metal foot
W115xH81xD65
Circa 1960
1400€.
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1960s Andorran Vintage Marco Zanuso Sofas
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Fabric
Divano Triennale 3 Seater Sofa Design by Marco Zanuso for Arflex 50s, 60s
By Marco Zanuso, Arflex
Located in Padova, IT
Triennale Three seat sofa designed by Marco Zanuso and produced by Arflex in 1951.
Original fabric and upholstery.
Architect, designer and university lecturer, Marco Zanuso (1916...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Marco Zanuso Sofas
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Fabric
Mid-Century Brown Leather Square Sofa by Marco Zanuso for Arflex, 1960s
By Marco Zanuso
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Brown Leather Square Sofa by Marco Zanuso for Arflex, 1960s.
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Marco Zanuso Sofas
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Leather
Rare Sleep-O-Matic Sofa / Daybed by Marco Zanuso
By Marco Zanuso
Located in Munich, DE
Made by arflex. Can be pulled out as bed.
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Marco Zanuso Sofas
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Fabric
Original Marco Zanuso Lady Sofa, Arflex, Italy, 1960s
By Marco Zanuso, Arflex
Located in London, GB
A very rare authentic early Marco Zanuso Lady sofa, Arflex, France/Italy, 1960s. Newly reupholstered in premium ivory Larsen / Cowtan and Tout fabric....
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Marco Zanuso Sofas
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Brass
Senior Sofa by Marco Zanuso for Arflex
By Marco Zanuso, Arflex
Located in Paris, FR
Senior sofa by Marco Zanuso for Arflex.
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1950s Italian Vintage Marco Zanuso Sofas
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Brass, Iron
Mid Century Triennale Sofa by Marco Zanuso for Arflex, Italy, 1950s
By Marco Zanuso, Arflex
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
A very beautiful sofa model "Triennale", designed by Marco Zanuso and edited by Arflex, Italy 1950's.
Made of a solid structure and polished legs.
This stunning piece is just re...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Marco Zanuso Sofas
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Metal
Two-Seat Triennale Sofa, Marco Zanuso, Arflex, Italy, 1950s
By Marco Zanuso, Arflex
Located in Wolfurt, AT
This two-seater "Triennale" sofa was designed by Marco Zanuso in the 1950s and manufactured by Arflex in Italy. The upholstery is covered in pink velvet fabric, which shows slight si...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Marco Zanuso Sofas
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Brass
Marco Zanuso Mid-Century Modern "Triennale Corner" Green Velvet Italian Sofa
By Marco Zanuso, Arflex
Located in Madrid, ES
A beautiful shaped sofa model "Triennale corner" designed by Marco Zanuso and edited by Arflex.
Made of solid wood structure and polish brass legs. Newly upholstered in dark green cotton velvet, Italy, 1950.
Marco Zanuso, Italian architect and Industrial designer (born May 14, 1916, Milan, Italy-died July 11, 2001, Milan), helped to revolutionize post-World War II furniture...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Marco Zanuso Sofas
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Brass
Velvet Deep Blue Three-Seat Sofa Model “Triennale”, Marco Zanuso, Arflex, 1956
By Marco Zanuso, Arflex
Located in Wolfurt, AT
This three-seater "Triennale" sofa was designed by Marco Zanuso in the 1950s and manufactured by Arflex in Italy. The deep blue velvet cover of the upholstery contrasts beautifully with the patinated brass sleeves. The piece of furniture is in good overall condition.
Do not hesitate to contact us for further details.
Literatur:
Giuliana Gramigna, Repertorio 1950-2000, Allemandi, Torino, 2003, p. 84
Mobili Tipo...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Marco Zanuso Sofas
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Brass
Italian Mid-Century 'Sleep-o-Matic" Sofa in Leather by Marco Zanuso for Arflex
By Marco Zanuso, Arflex
Located in New York, NY
An Important Italian Midcentury Modern 'Sleep-o-Matic" model sofa / couch in Tan Calf Leather by Marco Zanuso for Arflex, 1951. The divan / canape is composed of a metal structure, s...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Marco Zanuso Sofas
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Brass, Steel
Marco Zanuso Settee for Arflex in new Dark Petrol Fabric, Italy, 1960s
By Marco Zanuso, Arflex
Located in Berlin, DE
Marco Zanuso Regent settee for Arflex, Italy, 1960s. Early edition Regent Settee designed by Marco Zanuso for Arflex, circa 1960. The piece is on walnut glides with a new upholstery ...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Marco Zanuso Sofas
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Fabric, Walnut
Wonderful marco zanuso sleep-o-matic sofa/daybed
By Marco Zanuso, Arflex
Located in Munich, DE
part of the triennale IX range this sofa/daybed is one of marco zanusos most iconic designs. a very comfortable sofa can be pulled out for a si...
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1950s Italian Vintage Marco Zanuso Sofas
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Metal, Brass
Marco Zanuso Italian Midcentury Sofa model sleep o matic
By Marco Zanuso, Arflex
Located in bari, IT
Sofa bed sleep o matic model by Marco Zanuso for Arflex, Italy. Metal tubular structure, Pirelli rubber bands, foam rubber padding. Brass supports.
Produced by Arflex, Italy, 1954.Ma...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Marco Zanuso Sofas
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Metal, Brass
Marco Zanuso sofas for sale on 1stDibs.
Marco Zanuso sofas are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of fabric and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Marco Zanuso sofas, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. We have 40 vintage editions of these items in-stock, while there is 2 modern edition to choose from as well. Many of the original sofas by Marco Zanuso were created in the mid-century modern style in europe during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider sofas by Saporiti Italia, Tobia Scarpa, and Gianfranco Frattini. Prices for Marco Zanuso sofas can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $1,553 and can go as high as $26,000, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $6,975.