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Maralunga Chairs by Vico Magistretti for Cassina
Maralunga Chairs by Vico Magistretti for Cassina

Maralunga Chairs by Vico Magistretti for Cassina

$6,200 / set

H 40 in W 32 in D 36 in

Maralunga Chairs by Vico Magistretti for Cassina

By Vico Magistretti, Cassina

Located in Chicago, IL

c. 1980s. Italy. Price is for the set. Contact us if you’d like to purchase a single item. Original microsuede fabric.

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Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Chairs

Materials

Fabric

"Maralunga" Lounge Chair by Vico Magistretti for Cassina
"Maralunga" Lounge Chair by Vico Magistretti for Cassina

"Maralunga" Lounge Chair by Vico Magistretti for Cassina

By Vico Magistretti, Cassina

Located in Brooklyn, NY

A “Maralunga” lounge chair by Vico Magistretti for Cassina.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather

Cassina Maralunga Lounge Chair, Grey Leather by Vico Magistretti
Cassina Maralunga Lounge Chair, Grey Leather by Vico Magistretti

Cassina Maralunga Lounge Chair, Grey Leather by Vico Magistretti

By Vico Magistretti, Cassina

Located in Toronto, CA

Cassina introduced the Maralunga in 1973, and while it became famous as a sofa, this version is the single lounge chair—retaining the same ingenious mechanism.

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Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

Vico Magistretti Maralunga Reupholstered Lounge Chair for Cassina, 1980s
Vico Magistretti Maralunga Reupholstered Lounge Chair for Cassina, 1980s

Vico Magistretti Maralunga Reupholstered Lounge Chair for Cassina, 1980s

By Vico Magistretti, Cassina

Located in The Hague, NL

Maralunga lounge chair with the defining adjustable head rest designed by Vico Magistretti for Cassina.

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather

Stunning cognac leather Maralunga lounge chairs by Vico Magistretti for Cassina
Stunning cognac leather Maralunga lounge chairs by Vico Magistretti for Cassina

Stunning cognac leather Maralunga lounge chairs by Vico Magistretti for Cassina

By Vico Magistretti

Located in Buggenhout, Oost-Vlaanderen

Maralunga Lounge Chairs by Vico Magistretti for Cassina, 1973 – First Edition Original Cognac Leather, Adjustable Backrest An exceptionally rare and iconic pair of Maralunga lounge ...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Leather

Attributed to Cassina Rare Cube Maralunga Leather Chairs and Ottoman, Set of 3
Attributed to Cassina Rare Cube Maralunga Leather Chairs and Ottoman, Set of 3

Attributed to Cassina Rare Cube Maralunga Leather Chairs and Ottoman, Set of 3

By Vico Magistretti, Cassina

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Extremely rare full cube style in natural hide leather and in original condition. Inherently stylish and intriguing! Elegant from every angle-his best design. Dripping with style mak...

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

Maralunga by Vico Magistretti for Cassina
Maralunga by Vico Magistretti for Cassina

Maralunga by Vico Magistretti for Cassina

$4,249

H 29.53 in W 39.38 in D 35.44 in

Maralunga by Vico Magistretti for Cassina

By Vico Magistretti, Cassina

Located in Wien, AT

The Maralunga lounge chair by Vico Magistretti for Cassina, designed in 1973, is a defining icon of Italian modernism, distinguished by its quietly radical approach to form and comfo...

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather

Maralunga lounge chairs in purple velvet by Vico Magistretti for Cassina, 1970
Maralunga lounge chairs in purple velvet by Vico Magistretti for Cassina, 1970

Maralunga lounge chairs in purple velvet by Vico Magistretti for Cassina, 1970

By Vico Magistretti, Cassina

Located in amstelveen, NL

Maralunga lounge chairs, original dark velvet upholstery.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Velvet

Maralunga Leather Armchair by Vico Magistretti for Cassina
Maralunga Leather Armchair by Vico Magistretti for Cassina

Maralunga Leather Armchair by Vico Magistretti for Cassina

By Vico Magistretti, Cassina

Located in New York, NY

Vico Magistretti designed this lounge chair for Cassina as part of his Maralunga Series in 1973.

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather

Italian ‘Maralunga’ Brown Velvet Armchair by Vico Magistretti for Cassina, 1970s
Italian ‘Maralunga’ Brown Velvet Armchair by Vico Magistretti for Cassina, 1970s

Italian ‘Maralunga’ Brown Velvet Armchair by Vico Magistretti for Cassina, 1970s

By Vico Magistretti

Located in Chicago, IL

An Italian ‘Maralunga’ armchair designed by Vico Magistretti for Cassina in the 1970s.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Velvet

Maralunga Armchair and Ottoman by Vico Magistretti for Cassina Matte Black
Maralunga Armchair and Ottoman by Vico Magistretti for Cassina Matte Black

Maralunga Armchair and Ottoman by Vico Magistretti for Cassina Matte Black

$3,738Sale Price / set|20% Off

H 30 in W 30 in D 40 in

Maralunga Armchair and Ottoman by Vico Magistretti for Cassina Matte Black

By Vico Magistretti, Cassina

Located in Basel, BS

His partnership with Cassina started in 1959 with the successful Carimate chair, but it was the Maralunga that truly distinguished itself, becoming an iconic piece of Italian design ...

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Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

Pair of Model 122 Chairs by Vico Magistretti for Cassina in Walnut, 1968
Pair of Model 122 Chairs by Vico Magistretti for Cassina in Walnut, 1968

Pair of Model 122 Chairs by Vico Magistretti for Cassina in Walnut, 1968

By Cassina, Vico Magistretti

Located in Vicenza, IT

For Cassina, Magistretti also designed iconic pieces such as the Carimate chair and the Maralunga sofa, confirming his central role in postwar Italian design.

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Model 122 Chair by Vico Magistretti for Cassina in Walnut and Leather, 1968
Model 122 Chair by Vico Magistretti for Cassina in Walnut and Leather, 1968

Model 122 Chair by Vico Magistretti for Cassina in Walnut and Leather, 1968

By Cassina, Vico Magistretti

Located in Vicenza, IT

During his collaboration with Cassina, he created several important projects that became landmarks of Italian design, including the Carimate chair and the Maralunga sofa, confirming ...

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Maralunga Sofa Lounge Chairs by Vico Magistretti for Cassina, Italy 1980s
Maralunga Sofa Lounge Chairs by Vico Magistretti for Cassina, Italy 1980s

Maralunga Sofa Lounge Chairs by Vico Magistretti for Cassina, Italy 1980s

By Vico Magistretti, Cassina

Located in Wien, AT

The Maralunga sofa was designed by Vico Magistretti in the 1970s for Cassina and is certainly one of the most iconic sofas in Italian design. The backrests are equipped with a foldab...

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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric

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Cassina Maralunga Fabric Armchair Purple Incl. Ottoman
Cassina Maralunga Fabric Armchair Purple Incl. Ottoman

Cassina Maralunga Fabric Armchair Purple Incl. Ottoman

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H 33.86 in W 40.56 in D 35.04 in

Cassina Maralunga Fabric Armchair Purple Incl. Ottoman

By Cassina

Located in Cologne, DE

We present to you a Cassina Maralunga fabric armchair purple incl. Ottoman.   Product measurements in centimeters: Depth: 89 Width: 103 Height: 86 Seat height: 44 R...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chairs

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Brown Leather Lounge Chair "Maralunga" by Vico Magistretti for Cassina
Brown Leather Lounge Chair "Maralunga" by Vico Magistretti for Cassina

Brown Leather Lounge Chair "Maralunga" by Vico Magistretti for Cassina

By Vico Magistretti

Located in Schaerbeek, BE

Vico Magistretti, lounge chair model "Maralunga" and produced by Cassina in Italy.

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather

Vico Magistretti “Maralunga” Chair
Vico Magistretti “Maralunga” Chair

Vico Magistretti “Maralunga” Chair

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H 28.25 in W 39.25 in D 33.5 in

Vico Magistretti “Maralunga” Chair

By Vico Magistretti, Cassina

Located in Chicago, IL

c. 1970s for Cassina in its’ original upholstery. There is some wear on the chair including fading and some unraveling on one leg - see photos for details

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Fabric

Maralunga Chairs in cream boucle by Vico Magistretti for Cassina, 1970s
Maralunga Chairs in cream boucle by Vico Magistretti for Cassina, 1970s

Maralunga Chairs in cream boucle by Vico Magistretti for Cassina, 1970s

By Vico Magistretti, Cassina

Located in amstelveen, NL

This Maralunga chair was designed by Vico Magistretti for Cassina in 1973.

Category

Vintage 1970s European Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Bouclé

Leather “Maralunga” Chair by Vico Magistretti for Cassina
Leather “Maralunga” Chair by Vico Magistretti for Cassina

Leather “Maralunga” Chair by Vico Magistretti for Cassina

By Vico Magistretti, Cassina

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Designed in 1973, the Maralunga collection by Vico Magistretti for Cassina features a backrest of unique comfort and adjustability.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Wood

1973, Vico Magistretti for Cassina, Maralunga Chair in Original Fabric
1973, Vico Magistretti for Cassina, Maralunga Chair in Original Fabric

1973, Vico Magistretti for Cassina, Maralunga Chair in Original Fabric

By Vico Magistretti, Cassina

Located in Amsterdam IJMuiden, NL

This 675 'Maralunga' armchair is an iconic Italian design and has served as a reference point for generations of designers and products.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery

Set of 2 Cassina Maralunga Chairs in Black leather
Set of 2 Cassina Maralunga Chairs in Black leather

Set of 2 Cassina Maralunga Chairs in Black leather

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H 29.53 in W 39.38 in D 35.44 in

Set of 2 Cassina Maralunga Chairs in Black leather

By Vico Magistretti, Cassina

Located in Ghedi, IT

In excellent vintage condition, the supple leather exhibits only minor signs of wear, preserving the chairs’ timeless allure. Ideal for collectors or design enthusiasts, these Maralu...

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather

Vico Magistretti Lounge Chairs
Vico Magistretti Lounge Chairs

Vico Magistretti Lounge Chairs

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H 28 in W 38 in D 32 in

Vico Magistretti Lounge Chairs

By Vico Magistretti

Located in Floyd, VA

A pair of Maralunga chairs and one ottoman by Vico Magistrettii for Cassina.

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Vintage 1970s European Post-Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Velvet

Maralunga Style Black Leather Armchairs with Adjustable Headrests
Maralunga Style Black Leather Armchairs with Adjustable Headrests

Maralunga Style Black Leather Armchairs with Adjustable Headrests

By Vico Magistretti

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Modeled after by Vico Magistretti's award-winning 1973 Maralunga chair for Cassina, this pair of lounge chairs have adjustable backrest which, when unfolded, create a high back loung...

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Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Club Chairs

Materials

Leather

Maralunga Lounge Chair in Leather by Vico Magistretti for Cassina
Maralunga Lounge Chair in Leather by Vico Magistretti for Cassina

Maralunga Lounge Chair in Leather by Vico Magistretti for Cassina

By Vico Magistretti, Cassina

Located in Brooklyn, NY

A “Maralunga” lounge chair by Vico Magistretti for Cassina.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Leather

Vico Magistretti armchair and ottoman  for Cassina
Vico Magistretti armchair and ottoman  for Cassina

Vico Magistretti armchair and ottoman for Cassina

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Maralunga chair designed for Vico Magistretti.

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Vintage 1970s Italian Armchairs

Materials

Leather

2000s Maralunga Vico Magistretti for Cassina Armchairs and Ottoman, a Set of 3
2000s Maralunga Vico Magistretti for Cassina Armchairs and Ottoman, a Set of 3

2000s Maralunga Vico Magistretti for Cassina Armchairs and Ottoman, a Set of 3

By Vico Magistretti

Located in Farmington Hills, MI

We are very pleased to offer an iconic pair of Maralunga chairs designed by Italian industrial designer Vico Magistretti for Cassina Italy, circa the 2000s.

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Early 2000s European Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

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Fabric

Vico Magistretti " Veranda " Lounge Chairs Black Leather
Vico Magistretti " Veranda " Lounge Chairs Black Leather

Vico Magistretti " Veranda " Lounge Chairs Black Leather

By Vico Magistretti

Located in San Diego, CA

A Versatile design similar to the Maralunga Chairs and Sofa that can work well with any style of interior design like mid century modern, Italian modern, French modern, vintage, bohe...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Post-Modern Lounge Chairs

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Steel

Black Leather Maralunga Easy Chair
Black Leather Maralunga Easy Chair

Black Leather Maralunga Easy Chair

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H 27.56 in W 33.86 in D 40.95 in

Black Leather Maralunga Easy Chair

By Vico Magistretti

Located in Vlimmeren, BE

The Maralunga sofa was designed by Vico Magistretti in 1973 for Cassina. This design Classic is beautiful and comfortable. It is made of black soft leather. The back with movable h...

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Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather

Maralunga Lounge Chairs, a pair
Maralunga Lounge Chairs, a pair

Maralunga Lounge Chairs, a pair

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H 28.25 in W 39.25 in D 33.5 in

Maralunga Lounge Chairs, a pair

By Vico Magistretti, Cassina

Located in Chicago, IL

c. 1970s by Vico Magistretti for Cassina, made in Italy. Both are in good vintage condition but do have minor scratches consistent with age and use, areas that have been rubbed, mino...

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Leather

Maralunga Club Chair and Loveseat by Vico Magistretti for Cassina, circa 1973
Maralunga Club Chair and Loveseat by Vico Magistretti for Cassina, circa 1973

Maralunga Club Chair and Loveseat by Vico Magistretti for Cassina, circa 1973

By Vico Magistretti, Cassina

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Wonderful set of Vico Magistretti's award-winning, 1973 Maralunga chair and loveseat for Cassina. Featuring the original sumptuous cognac / tan leather upholstery which has been kept...

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Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Living Room Sets

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Leather

Cassina Maralunga Leather Chair by Vico Magistretti
Cassina Maralunga Leather Chair by Vico Magistretti

Cassina Maralunga Leather Chair by Vico Magistretti

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H 28.35 in W 38.98 in D 37.41 in

Cassina Maralunga Leather Chair by Vico Magistretti

By Vico Magistretti, Cassina

Located in Munich, Bavaria

Cassina Modell Maralunga. It has a convertible headrest. Thick black aniline leather. A classic Italian armchair with high comfort made by Vico Magistretti.

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Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Foam, Upholstery

Vico Magistretti For Cassina Maralunga Lounge Chair
Vico Magistretti For Cassina Maralunga Lounge Chair

Vico Magistretti For Cassina Maralunga Lounge Chair

Located in Pasadena, TX

A mid century modern lounge chair designed by Vico Mistretti and made by Cassina. Original apricot fabric upholstery with a foldable back/head rest.

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Vintage 1970s Italian Lounge Chairs

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Fabric

Maralunga Lounge Chair by Vico Magistretti for Cassina
Maralunga Lounge Chair by Vico Magistretti for Cassina

Maralunga Lounge Chair by Vico Magistretti for Cassina

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H 29.14 in W 40.56 in D 32.68 in

Maralunga Lounge Chair by Vico Magistretti for Cassina

By Cassina, Vico Magistretti

Located in Beerse, VAN

A revolutionary idea in the 1970s that helped the Maralunga earn the Compasso d’Oro. This particular lounge chair is upholstered in one of the best fabric versions ever produced: a ...

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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Fabric

Maralunga Lounge Chair by Vico Magistretti for Cassina
Maralunga Lounge Chair by Vico Magistretti for Cassina

Maralunga Lounge Chair by Vico Magistretti for Cassina

By Vico Magistretti, Cassina

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Designed in 1973, the Maralunga collection by Vico Magistretti for Cassina features a backrest of unique comfort and adjustability.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Linen

“Maralunga” Lounge Chair by Vico Magistretti for Cassina, 1970s
“Maralunga” Lounge Chair by Vico Magistretti for Cassina, 1970s

“Maralunga” Lounge Chair by Vico Magistretti for Cassina, 1970s

By Vico Magistretti, Cassina

Located in Hilversum, NL

“Maralunga” lounge chair by Vico Magistretti for Cassina.

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather

Maralunga Vico Magistretti easy chair with ottoman for Cassina, Italy, 1970s
Maralunga Vico Magistretti easy chair with ottoman for Cassina, Italy, 1970s

Maralunga Vico Magistretti easy chair with ottoman for Cassina, Italy, 1970s

By Vico Magistretti, Cassina

Located in Zevenaar, NL

675 MARALUNGA armchair with footstool designed by Vico Magistretti for Cassina in the 1970s.

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Fabric

Vico Magistretti Maralunga Leather Lounge Chair for Cassina, 1980s
Vico Magistretti Maralunga Leather Lounge Chair for Cassina, 1980s

Vico Magistretti Maralunga Leather Lounge Chair for Cassina, 1980s

By Vico Magistretti, Cassina

Located in Miami, FL

Maralunga lounge chair with the defining adjustable head rest designed by Vico Magistretti for Cassina.

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

Maralunga Cognac Chairs by Vico Magistretti for Cassina, 1974
Maralunga Cognac Chairs by Vico Magistretti for Cassina, 1974

Maralunga Cognac Chairs by Vico Magistretti for Cassina, 1974

By Cassina, Vico Magistretti

Located in Antwerp, BE

Vico Magistretti, Maralunga lounge chair, Cassina, Italy, 1974 Maralunga Classico: Comfort made manifest in one great design.

Category

Late 20th Century European Post-Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather

Pair of "Maralunga" Lounge Chairs and Ottoman by Vico Magistretti
Pair of "Maralunga" Lounge Chairs and Ottoman by Vico Magistretti

Pair of "Maralunga" Lounge Chairs and Ottoman by Vico Magistretti

By Vico Magistretti

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Pair of "Maralunga" lounge chairs and ottoman by Vico Magistretti with adjustable high back/lowback headrests.

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Vico Magistretti Maralunga Black Leather Lounge Chair for Cassina, 1980s
Vico Magistretti Maralunga Black Leather Lounge Chair for Cassina, 1980s

Vico Magistretti Maralunga Black Leather Lounge Chair for Cassina, 1980s

By Vico Magistretti, Cassina

Located in Miami, FL

Maralunga lounge chair with the defining adjustable head rest designed by Vico Magistretti for Cassina.

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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

Vico Magistretti for Cassina Maralunga Lounge Chair in Velvet, 1970s
Vico Magistretti for Cassina Maralunga Lounge Chair in Velvet, 1970s

Vico Magistretti for Cassina Maralunga Lounge Chair in Velvet, 1970s

By Vico Magistretti, Cassina

Located in South Bend, IN

A stylish and very comfortable Mid-Century Modern "Maralunga" lounge chair in olive green velvet By Vico Magistretti for Cassina Italy, Circa 1970s Measures: 42.5" W x 34" D...

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Velvet

Maralunga Leather Lounge Chair by Vico Magistretti for Cassina, Italy
Maralunga Leather Lounge Chair by Vico Magistretti for Cassina, Italy

Maralunga Leather Lounge Chair by Vico Magistretti for Cassina, Italy

By Cassina, Vico Magistretti

Located in Voorburg, NL

A wonderful Maralunga lounge chair by Vico Magistretti for Cassina.

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather

Maralunga Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Vico Magistretti for Cassina
Maralunga Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Vico Magistretti for Cassina

Maralunga Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Vico Magistretti for Cassina

By Vico Magistretti, Cassina

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Designed in 1973, the Maralunga collection by Vico Magistretti for Cassina, features a backrest of unique comfort and adjustability with rich, chocolate brown leather.

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather

Maralunga Lounge Chair by Vico Magistretti for Cassina, Italy 1973
Maralunga Lounge Chair by Vico Magistretti for Cassina, Italy 1973

Maralunga Lounge Chair by Vico Magistretti for Cassina, Italy 1973

By Cassina, Vico Magistretti

Located in Voorburg, NL

A wonderful Maralunga Lounge Chair by Vico Magistretti for Cassina.

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

Maralunga Style Armchair in Soft Cotton Velvet
Maralunga Style Armchair in Soft Cotton Velvet

Maralunga Style Armchair in Soft Cotton Velvet

By Selig

Located in Asheville, NC

Vintage Maralunga style lounge chair by Selig, Circa 1970s in soft pink’ish’ cotton velvet.

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Vintage 1970s Post-Modern Chairs

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Cotton, Velvet

Vico Magistretti Maralunga Black Original fabric Lounge Chair for Cassina, 1980s
Vico Magistretti Maralunga Black Original fabric Lounge Chair for Cassina, 1980s

Vico Magistretti Maralunga Black Original fabric Lounge Chair for Cassina, 1980s

By Cassina, Vico Magistretti

Located in The Hague, NL

Maralunga lounge chair with the defining adjustable head rest designed by Vico Magistretti for Cassina.

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather

Maralunga lounge chairs in leather by Vico Magistretti for Cassina, 1970
Maralunga lounge chairs in leather by Vico Magistretti for Cassina, 1970

Maralunga lounge chairs in leather by Vico Magistretti for Cassina, 1970

By Cassina, Vico Magistretti

Located in amstelveen, NL

Maralunga lounge chairs, red/brown leather, Vico Magistretti, Cassina, 1973.

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Vintage 1970s European Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather

Cassina Brown Leather Lounge Chair "Maralunga" by Vico Magistretti for Cassina
Cassina Brown Leather Lounge Chair "Maralunga" by Vico Magistretti for Cassina

Cassina Brown Leather Lounge Chair "Maralunga" by Vico Magistretti for Cassina

By Cassina, Vico Magistretti

Located in Antwerp, BE

Vico Magistretti, lounge chair model "Maralunga" and produced by Cassina in Italy.

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather

Maralunga Cognac Leather Club Chairs by Vico Magistretti for Cassina, 1974
Maralunga Cognac Leather Club Chairs by Vico Magistretti for Cassina, 1974

Maralunga Cognac Leather Club Chairs by Vico Magistretti for Cassina, 1974

By Cassina, Vico Magistretti

Located in Antwerp, BE

Maralunga Classico: Comfort made manifest in one great design. Compasso d’Oro in 1979, and naturally spawned countless imitations. Armchair, ottoman and two or three-seat sofas. Stee...

Category

Late 20th Century European Post-Modern Club Chairs

Materials

Leather

Maralunga lounge chairs in black leather by Vico Magistretti for Cassina, 1970
Maralunga lounge chairs in black leather by Vico Magistretti for Cassina, 1970

Maralunga lounge chairs in black leather by Vico Magistretti for Cassina, 1970

By Cassina, Vico Magistretti

Located in amstelveen, NL

Maralunga lounge chairs, black leather, Vico Magistretti, Cassina, 1973.

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather

Pair of "Maralunga" Lounge Chairs and Ottomans by Vico Magistretti for Cassina
Pair of "Maralunga" Lounge Chairs and Ottomans by Vico Magistretti for Cassina

Pair of "Maralunga" Lounge Chairs and Ottomans by Vico Magistretti for Cassina

By Vico Magistretti

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Pair of caramel leather "Maralunga" lounge chairs and ottomans by Vico Magistretti for Cassina.

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather

Maralunga Leather Lounge Chair w/Ottoman by Vico Magistretti for Cassina, Italy
Maralunga Leather Lounge Chair w/Ottoman by Vico Magistretti for Cassina, Italy

Maralunga Leather Lounge Chair w/Ottoman by Vico Magistretti for Cassina, Italy

By Cassina, Vico Magistretti

Located in Chicago, IL

Maralunga Black Leather Lounge Chair w/Ottoman by Vico Magistretti for Cassina, 1970.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather

Vico Magistretti Maralunga Lounge Chairs in Red Brown Leather for Cassina, Italy
Vico Magistretti Maralunga Lounge Chairs in Red Brown Leather for Cassina, Italy

Vico Magistretti Maralunga Lounge Chairs in Red Brown Leather for Cassina, Italy

By Cassina, Vico Magistretti

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Comfortable and adjustable Maralunga arm- / lounge chairs and ottoman designed by Vico Magistretti for Cassina in 1973.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather

Vico Magistretti Black Leather Lounge Chair
Vico Magistretti Black Leather Lounge Chair

Vico Magistretti Black Leather Lounge Chair

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H 39 in W 40 in D 33.5 in

Vico Magistretti Black Leather Lounge Chair

By Cassina, Vico Magistretti

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Black leather Vico Magistretti Maralunga lounge chair in good original condition with visible patina.

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Vico Magistretti Lounge Chairs and Ottoman

Vico Magistretti Lounge Chairs and Ottoman

By Vico Magistretti

Located in Chicago, IL

Magistretti for Cassina Pair of Maralunga Model 675 Lounge Chairs and Ottoman. Upholstrey over steel frame and black plastic material base.

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Easy Chair Maralunga by Vico Magistretti for Cassina
Easy Chair Maralunga by Vico Magistretti for Cassina

Easy Chair Maralunga by Vico Magistretti for Cassina

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H 28.35 in W 34.65 in D 33.86 in

Easy Chair Maralunga by Vico Magistretti for Cassina

By Vico Magistretti, Cassina

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

This easy chair, model Maralunga, was designed by Vico Magistretti for Cassina during the 1960s.

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Set of two stunning Maralunga lounge chairs design by Vico Magistretti for Cassina in light brown leather Compasso d'oro reward winner Overall in good condition just few scratche...

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Vico Magistretti "Maralunga" Set 2-seater sofa and lounge Chair For Cassina

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Located in The Hague, NL

If it's classic Italian style you're after, look no further! Maralunga Set inluding a 2-seater Sofa and a Lounge Chair designed 1973 by Vico Magistretti for Cassina.

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Mid-Century Modern Pair of "Maralunga" Lounge Chairs by Vico Magistretti, 1970s

Mid-Century Modern Pair of "Maralunga" Lounge Chairs by Vico Magistretti, 1970s

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Mid-Century Modern pair of Italian "Maralunga" velvet armchairs with its original upholstery by Vico Magistretti for Cassina. These armchairs can become a set together with its two ...

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Located in ABCOUDE, UT

Stunning set of two Maralunga sofas and a lounge chair, by Vico Magistretti for Cassina in the original cognac leather upholstery which has obtained a beautiful patina over the years...

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Vintage 1970s Sofas

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Leather

Pair of Maralunga Armchairs and Ottoman by Vico Magistretti for Cassina
Pair of Maralunga Armchairs and Ottoman by Vico Magistretti for Cassina

Pair of Maralunga Armchairs and Ottoman by Vico Magistretti for Cassina

By Vico Magistretti, Cassina

Located in Vlimmeren, BE

The Maralunga easy chair was designed by Vico Magistretti in 1973 for Cassina.

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Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Armchairs

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Early Maralunga Set in Original Tan Leather by Vico Magistretti for Cassina 1973
Early Maralunga Set in Original Tan Leather by Vico Magistretti for Cassina 1973

Early Maralunga Set in Original Tan Leather by Vico Magistretti for Cassina 1973

By Cassina, Vico Magistretti

Located in Pijnacker, Zuid-Holland

Very early edition Maralunga sofa and two lounge chairs by Vico Magistretti for Cassina, 1973.

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Throughout his career, he collaborated with companies like Cassina, Artemide, and Oluce, creating iconic pieces such as the Atollo lamp, the Carimate chair, and the Maralunga sofa, w...

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Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Maralunga Chair by Vico Magistretti for Cassina, 1970s
Maralunga Chair by Vico Magistretti for Cassina, 1970s

Maralunga Chair by Vico Magistretti for Cassina, 1970s

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Maralunga Chair by Vico Magistretti for Cassina, 1970s

By Cassina, Vico Magistretti

Located in amstelveen, NL

This Maralunga chair was designed by Vico Magistretti for Cassina in 1973.

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Vintage 1970s European Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Cassina Maralunga Chair and Ottoman /Stool in Grey Striped Fabrics
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Cassina Maralunga Chair and Ottoman /Stool in Grey Striped Fabrics

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Located in Halle, DE

Maralunga chair with matching footrest / stool by Cassina, designed in 1973.

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Early 2000s Italian Modern Armchairs

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Maralunga Chair and Ottoman by Vico Magistretti

Maralunga Chair and Ottoman by Vico Magistretti

By Cassina, Vico Magistretti

Located in Brooklyn, NY

All original in fine vintage condition. Soft, supple leather with rich, warm tone. Features adjustable headrest with independent left/right movement. Exceptionally comfortable and ex...

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Vintage 1970s Italian Lounge Chairs

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Located in Los Angeles, CA

Maralunga leather chair by Vico Magisretti for Casina is essential Italian style and design.

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'Maralunga' Lounge Chairs and Ottoman by Vico Magistretti for Cassina, c. 1970

By Cassina, Vico Magistretti

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Included in this order will be 4 pieces: Two Maralunga Chairs and One Ottoman, and One Lane Highboy.

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By Cassina, Vico Magistretti

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Wonderful pair of Vico Magistretti's award-winning 1973 Maralunga chairs for Cassina. Featuring the original sumptuous tan leather upholstery which has been kept in excellent conditi...

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Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Lounge Chairs

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Leather

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Maralunga Chair For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the maralunga chair you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Each maralunga chair for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using animal skin, leather and fabric. There are many kinds of the maralunga chair you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. A maralunga chair is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Modern and Mid-Century Modern styles are sought with frequency. You’ll likely find more than one maralunga chair that is appealing in its simplicity, but Cassina, Vico Magistretti and Casina produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Maralunga Chair?

Prices for a maralunga chair can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $612 and can go as high as $28,249, while the average can fetch as much as $2,106.

Vico Magistretti for sale on 1stDibs

As one of the founding fathers of modern Italian design, prolific architect and industrial designer Ludovico Magistretti (known by his nickname Vico) was guided by his philosophy, “There is no excuse for bad design.” His architectural projects are widely revered, and an ingenious meld of form and function can be found in his stylish and deceptively simple table lamps, sofas, armchairs and other mid-century furnishings.

Born in Milan, Magistretti followed in the footsteps of his father and grandfather (both architects) to study architecture at the Polytechnic University of Milan. At the outbreak of World War II, he fled to Switzerland, and it was there he met his role model and mentor, renowned humanist architect Ernesto Nathan Rogers. Magistretti was inspired by Rogers’s vision to revive postwar Italy, and they collaborated on several reconstruction projects. Among Magistretti’s first architectural designs is a “poetic” round church, which he created for the QT8, an experimental Milanese neighborhood.

When Magistretti returned to Milan in 1945, he worked at his father’s architectural firm. It wasn’t until the early 1950s that he expanded his talents into design while working with furniture artisans.

In the 1960s, Magistretti began his 30-year working relationship with famed entrepreneur Cesare Cassina of the Cassina furniture manufacturing company. In their design approach, the two men shared a vision of the relationship between modernity and tradition and enjoyed a close bond (Magistretti designed Cassina’s luxurious villa in 1965). However, their friendship was not without contention.

Legend has it that upon seeing the prototype for Magistretti’s Maralunga sofa, Cassina hated it so much that he punched it, breaking the back of the sofa, which crumpled into itself.

“Right, great, it looks perfect to me like that,” an unfazed Magistretti allegedly responded, and the Maralunga’s slumped, adjustable-height backrest was born. Incidentally, the Maralunga sofa won Italy’s Compasso d’Oro award as did his Eclisse lamp for Artemide and his Atollo lamp for Oluce.

Magistretti died in 2006, but his designs live on in galleries, museums and private residences and offices around the world.

Find a range of vintage Vico Magistretti furniture and lighting on 1stDibs.

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