Marco Zanini "Dublin" Luxury Italian Sofa for Memphis Milano
By Memphis Milano, Marco Zanini
Located in Varedo, Lombardia
The Concept & Inspiration Designed by Marco Zanini in 1981 for Memphis Milano, the "Dublin" sofa is a striking embodiment of the revolutionary Postmodern design movement.
Metal
Ettore Sottsass "Westside (Three-Seater)" Italian Sofa for Memphis Milano
By Memphis Milano, Ettore Sottsass
Located in Varedo, Lombardia
The Concept & Inspiration Designed by Ettore Sottsass in 1983 for Memphis Milano, the "Westside (Three-Seater)" sofa is a striking embodiment of the revolutionary Postmodern design m...
Metal
Ettore Sottsass "Westside (Two-Seater)" Italian Sofa for Memphis Milano
By Memphis Milano, Ettore Sottsass
Located in Varedo, Lombardia
The Concept & Inspiration Designed by Ettore Sottsass in 1983 for Memphis Milano, the "Westside (Two-Seater)" sofa is a striking embodiment of the revolutionary Postmodern design mov...
Metal
Marco Zanini "Dublin" (Special Edition) Sofa for Memphis Milano Limited edition
By Memphis Milano, Marco Zanini
Located in Varedo, Lombardia
The Concept & Inspiration Designed by Marco Zanini in 1981 for Memphis Milano, the "Dublin" sofa is a striking embodiment of the revolutionary Postmodern design movement characterize...
Metal
Memphis Milano "Big Sur" Postmodern Luxury Sofa in fabric by Peter Shire
By Memphis Milano, Peter Shire
Located in Varedo, Lombardia
Technical Specifications & Dimensions Designer: Peter Shire Manufacturer: Memphis Milano Product Type: Two-seater Sofa Model: Big Sur (1986) Structure: Lacquered wood Surface Finish:...
Fabric, Wood
Memphis 'Lido' Sofa by Michele De Lucchi, Colorful Design, 1982
By Michele de Lucchi
Located in Tinton Falls, NJ
Designed by Michele De Lucchi in 1982, this superb object of functional decor will offer a comfortable seat to an eclectic interior, while also being a magnificent colorful accent to...
Steel
TAWARAYA "Boxing Ring" Seating Pod by Masanori Umed, Memphis Design, Japan, 1983
By Masanori Umeda
Located in Tinton Falls, NJ
The TAWARAYA Ring by Masanori Umeda for MEMPHIS srl is one of that design movements most famous & critically-discussed pieces from the inaugural MEMPHIS exhibition of 1981. The ...
Laminate, Wood
Unavailable
H 37.5 in W 102 in D 29 in
Memphis Milano Limited Edition "Century" Sofa by Andrea Branzi, circa 1982
By Andrea Branzi, Memphis Milano
Located in Dallas, TX
Very rare Memphis Milano sofa designed by Andea Branzi in 1982.
Steel
Michele De Lucchi Lido Sofa for Memphis, 1982
By Michele de Lucchi
Located in 's Heer Arendskerke, NL
Superb Lido Memphis style sofa from Michele De Lucchi designed in 1981 for Memphis.
Cotton, Formica, Wood
Unavailable
H 33.08 in W 73.63 in D 37.41 in
Memphis Style Italian 2-Seat Sofa in Blue Alcantara Fabric, Postmodern, 1980s
Located in Zagreb, HR
The sofa is upholstered in blue Alcantara fabric Manufactured in the 1980s, era of the Memphis design The sofa has minimal traces of cosmetic wear and remains in a very good v...
Metal
Dining Table by Michele De Lucci
By Michele de Lucchi
Located in New York, NY
From 1980 he was a member of the Memphis Group, designing "Lido", a colorful sofa in 1982 and the "First" chair in 1983.
Sold
H 37.41 in W 28.75 in D 102.37 in
Limited Edition Memphis Milano Century Sofa by Andrea Branzi, 1982
By Memphis Milano, Andrea Branzi
Located in Benalmadena, ES
Spectacular extremely exclusive Memphis sofa. Designed by Andrea Branzi, it is a limited edition made of wood and metal, with elegant lines with striking colors and a multitude of po...
Metal
Memphis design daybed
Located in London, GB
Red daybed with chrome supports.
$2,824
H 28.75 in W 64.97 in D 35.44 in
Cassina 2‑Seat Maralunga Sofa by Vico Magistretti, Italy, 1990
By Vico Magistretti, Cassina
Located in Meulebeke, BE
A beautifully proportioned two‑seat sofa designed by Vico Magistretti and produced by Cassina in 1990, reflecting the enduring influence of mid‑century Italian design. Magistretti, o...
Fabric
$20,338
H 28.35 in W 37.01 in D 37.01 in
Mid-Century Modern Camaleonda Sofa by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia
By Mario Bellini
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Camaleonda Sofa By Mario Bellini For B&B Italia - New Upholstery.
Fabric
Tentazione Sofa by Mario Bellini for Cassina
By Mario Bellini, Cassina
Located in Chicago, IL
c. 1990s. Italy. Original upholstery. Curved and draped lines.
Upholstery
"Le Bambole" Sofa by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia, 1970s
By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia
Located in bruxelles, BE
Sofa in red fabric, model: Le Bambole by Mario Bellini. Seat height: 42 cm. Stamped B&B Italia. Wear due to time and age. For shipping, request us for receive the best price.
Fabric
Bastiano Sofa by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Knoll, 1970s
By Knoll, Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Tobia Scarpa
Located in New York, NY
Bastiano sofa, designed by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Knoll, 1970s. Sofa features a solid black-stained wooden structure and original red upholstered cushions.
Fabric, Wood
$16,383
H 27.56 in W 90.56 in D 35.44 in
Sesann Three-Seat Sofa by Gianfranco Frattini for Cassina, Italy, 1970s
Located in Hilversum, NL
Designed by Gianfranco Frattini for Cassina in the early 1970s, the Sesann sofa is a classic example of Italian design from the period. The design is characterised by its exposed chr...
Aluminum
Large Gaetano Pesce for Cassina 'Cannaregio' Modular Sofa
By Cassina, Gaetano Pesce
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Gaetano Pesce for Cassina, sofa, model ‘Cannaregio’, multicolored upholstery, Italy, 1987 Large ‘Cannaregio’ sofa, designed by Gaetano Pesce for Cassina. The 1987 design is playful,...
Fabric
$11,800
H 24.41 in W 59.06 in D 39.38 in
Massimo and Lella Vignelli for Poltronova 'Saratoga' Two-Seater Sofa
By Poltronova, Massimo and Lella Vignelli
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Massimo and Lella Vignelli for Poltronova, 'Saratoga' two-seat sofa, polyester lacquered wood, leather, Italy, 1964. This two-seat sofa named 'Saratoga' is designed by Italian desig...
Leather, Polyester
Tacchini Le Mura Modular Sofa designed by Mario Bellini
By Mario Bellini, Tacchini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The project Le Mura by Mario Bellini represents the manifesto of a radical design that went through all the Italian 70s: design was as an answer to questions not only of aesthetics, ...
Upholstery
$8,677 / item
H 25.99 in W 74.41 in D 37.41 in
Customizable Tacchini Le Mura Modular Sofa by Mario Bellini
By Tacchini, Mario Bellini
Located in New York, NY
The project Le Mura by Mario Bellini represents the manifesto of a radical design that went through all the Italian 70s: design was as an answer to questions not only of aesthetics, ...
Textile
Tentazione Settee by Mario Bellini for Cassina
By Cassina, Mario Bellini
Located in Chicago, IL
c. 1990s. Italy. Original upholstery. Curved and draped lines.
Upholstery
$3,163
H 24.81 in W 57.09 in D 29.53 in
Sofa model 920 by Tobia Scarpa produced by Cassina, Italy, 1960s
By Cassina, Tobia Scarpa
Located in Milano, IT
Sofa model 920 by Tobia Scarpa produced by Cassina, 1960s Sofa upholstered and covered in gray cotton and wood and metal frame.Designed in the 1960s by Tobia Scarpa for Cassina. Goo...
Metal
$11,285 / item
H 26.38 in W 104.33 in D 42.12 in
Customizable Tacchini Grand Sesann Sofa by Gianfranco Frattini
By Tacchini, Gianfranco Frattini
Located in New York, NY
Base: painted or chromed metal. Feet: walnut or gray stained ash. Upholstery: not removable. Sesann is reborn in new dimensions to offer greater comfort and sensuality with a deep a...
Fabric, Leather, Textile
Sofa by Carlo Bartoli for Rossi di Albizzate, 1980s
By Carlo Bartoli
Located in Brussels, BE
Sofa by Carlo Bartoli for Rossi di Albizzate, 1980s
Leather, Fabric
Lido Sofa by Michele De Lucchi For Memphis Milano, 1982.
By Memphis Milano, Michele de Lucchi
Located in Kansas City, MO
"Lido" sofa / loveseat / settee designed by Michele De Lucchi For Memphis Milano, 1982. This early example retains the original fabric and finish in very good condition. An icon of...
Metal
Sofa Sofo Model by Superstudio for Poltronova, Italy
By Superstudio, Poltronova
Located in Asti, Piemonte
Sofa in polyurethane with base in molded plastic and upholstery in cotton and viscose. The Sofo is a seat to be placed in a row, like a train, or to be stacked to build solid colo...
Cotton, Plastic
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