Natuzzi Italia Leather Sofa by Maurizio Manzoni and Roberto Tapinassi
By Natuzzi
Located in Monrovia, CA
Dimensions: Ninety-two Inches Long (7 feet and 2/3 inches long) by Forty-Three Inches Deep (3 feet 7 inches deep) by Thirty Inches Tall (2 feet 6 inches tall) by Sixteen Inches Seat ...
Leather
$1,120Sale Price|42% Off
Roche Bobois Mauricio Manzoni armchair, wood and gray fabric
By Maurizio Manzoni
Located in Valladolid, ES
Beautiful "Kompass" chair, designed by Roberto Tapinassi & Maurizio Manzoni, Roche Bobois, 21st century – France Magnificent Kompass chair, designed by Roberto Tapinassi and Maurizi...
Fabric, Wood
$3,040Sale Price|20% Off
Roche Bobois 'Nuage' Red Leather Swivel Chair by Tapinassi & Manzoni, Signed
By Roche Bobois
Located in Los Angeles, CA
FROM ROCHE BOBOIS ABOUT THE DESIGN: Designers Roberto Tapinassi & Maurizio Manzoni created this unique leather swivel armchair.
Metal
Postmodern "Kola" Leather Club Chair by Manzoni & Tapinassi for Steiner Paris
Located in Beirut, LB
An exceptional piece of early 21st-century European seating, this authentic "Kola" lounge chair was designed by the acclaimed Italian duo Maurizio Manzoni and Roberto Tapinassi for t...
Leather
$10,240Sale Price / set|20% Off
Roche Bobois 'Profile' Blue Velvet Sectional Sofa by Tapinassi & Manzoni, Signed
By Roche Bobois
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An elegant and highly sculptural "Profile" modular sectional sofa by Roche Bobois, designed by acclaimed Italian designers Roberto Tapinassi and Maurizio Manzoni. Comprised of a larg...
Metal
Rataplan Sofa by Roberto Tapinassi
By Dema
Located in Palm Springs, CA
"Rataplan" reclining-arm sofa by Roberto Tapinassi. Manufactured by Dema, Italy. Measures 30" high, 34" deep and 72.5" long with arms raised, 94" long with arms extended.
Chrome, Steel
Rataplan Sofa by Roberto Tapinassi by Dema
By Dema
Located in Wilton, CT
Rataplan Sofa by Dema, by Italian designer Roberto Tapinassi, is a perfect example of furniture design which marries functionality and modern design.
Steel
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H 30.71 in W 35.44 in D 43.31 in
Vintage Rataplan armchair Dema Roberto Tapinassi leather red black
By Dema
Located in Berlin, DE
We are offering a beautiful vintage armchair (model: Rataplan) from Dema for sale. The design is by Roberto Tapinassi and is characterized by its timeless elegance and practical fold...
Leather
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H 38.59 in W 93.31 in D 38.98 in
Roche Bobois Alchimie Three Seater Sofa by Roberto Tapinassi & Maurizio Manzoni
By Maurizio Manzoni, Roche Bobois
Located in Rochester, England
Introducing the Alchimie Three Seater Sofa by Roche Bobois, a stunning addition to any living space. Crafted with the highest quality materials, this sofa boasts a sleek and modern d...
Fabric
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H 27.17 in W 36.62 in D 34.26 in
Roche Bobois Nuage 2 Armchair by Roberto Tapinassi & Maurizio Manzoni
By Maurizio Manzoni
Located in Rochester, England
Introducing the Nuage 2 Armchair by Roche Bobois, a stunning addition to any luxury living space. This armchair features a sleek and modern design, with a curved backrest and two ele...
Metal
Roche Bobois Pale Blue Fabric Profile 2.5 Seat Sofa
By Roche Bobois
Located in Rochester, England
Designed by Roberto Tapinassi and Maurizio Manzoni for Roche Bobois, the Profile sofa offers a contemporary update on the classic Mid-Century Tuxedo style.
Fabric, Beech, Fir, Plywood
Roche Bobois Floral Tufted Fabric Profile 2.5 Seat Sofa
By Roche Bobois
Located in Rochester, England
Designed by Roberto Tapinassi and Maurizio Manzoni for Roche Bobois, the Profile sofa offers a contemporary update on the classic Mid-Century Tuxedo style.
Fabric, Beech
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H 24 in W 37 in D 37 in
Roche Bobois Nuage 2 by Tapinassi and Manzoni Chrome and Leather Accent Chair
By Roche Bobois
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
An absolutely gorgeous accent chair designed by Roberto Tapinassi and Maurizio Manzoni. This contemporary modern chair features a metal frame construction with a chrome finish, and a...
Chrome
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H 17 in W 88 in D 33 in
Jean Paul Gautier Red Tartan Velvet Roche Bobois Profile Lounge Chair, Chaise
By Jean Paul Gaultier, Roche Bobois
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Profile is a timeless model designed by Roberto Tapinassi & Maurizio Manzoni. It combines a 1950s inspired shape with a very contemporary base.
Textile
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H 21.26 in W 78.75 in D 37.8 in
Mid-Century Modern Green Papillon Sofa by Giovannetti, Italy, 1970s
By Giovannetti
Located in Brussels, BE
The company's innovative spirit and desire to create amazement have been clear since its earliest designs, like Bauhaus, created in collaboration with Roberto Tapinassi, and Bazaar, ...
Fabric
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H 25.2 in W 96.07 in D 37.41 in
Sofa / Bed model ''Anfibio" by Alessandro Becchi for Giovannetti Collezioni
By Alessandro Becchi
Located in Brussels, BE
The company’s approach is founded on the tenets of high-level industrial design, and a combined spirit of invention and quality workmanship have been evident since its early years, w...
Suede
Roche Bobois "Profile" 3-Seat Sofa - In Mid-Green Velvet
Located in Barrowford, GB
As you will no doubt be aware by your interest in this Roberto Tapinassi & Maurizio Manzoni masterpiece, Roche Bobois pieces are the epitome of contemporary European furniture desig...
Velvet
Daybed "Rataplan" by Roberto Tapinassi for Dema, 1980s
By Dema
Located in Brussels, BE
The Day Bed model "Rataplan" by Dema, designed by Roberto Tapinassi in the 80s, boasts a chrome-plated steel and polyurethane structure complemented by luxurious black leather cushio...
Leather
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H 26.38 in W 35.83 in D 33.08 in
Roche Bobois by Manzoni & Tapinassi Nuage 2 Brown Leather Armchairs, Set of 2
By Roche Bobois
Located in Rochester, England
Designed by Roberto Tapinassi & Maurizio Manzoni for Roche Bobois, the Nuage 2 armchair is an instantly recognisable contemporary design.
Leather
Roche Bobois Midnight Tufted Blue Velvet Profile 2.5 Seat Sofa
By Roche Bobois
Located in Rochester, England
Designed by Roberto Tapinassi and Maurizio Manzoni for Roche Bobois, the Profile sofa offers a contemporary update on the classic Mid-Century Tuxedo style.
Fabric, Beech, Fir, Plywood, Velvet
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H 25.6 in W 70.87 in D 35.44 in
Mid-Century Green Two Seaters Sofa / Bed ''Anfibio'' by Alessandro Becchi
By Alessandro Becchi
Located in Brussels, BE
The company’s approach is founded on the tenets of high-level industrial design, and a combined spirit of invention and quality workmanship have been evident since its early years, w...
Suede
Roche Bobois Leather Curl Swivel Lounge Chairs, A Pair
By Roche Bobois
Located in Culver City, CA
Meet the Curl lounge chairs—designed by the creative duo Roberto Tapinassi & Maurizio Manzoni for Roche Bobois, these rounded beauties are the definition of modern comfort with a hin...
Leather
Roche Bobois Nuage Fauteiul
By Maurizio Manzoni, Roche Bobois
Located in Ranst, BE
Nuage fauteuil designed by Roberto Tapinassi & Maurizio Manzoni. Upholstered in a pink fabric with a turning chrome base.
Metal
Curl Armchair by Roberto Tapinassi and Maurizio Manzoni
By Roche Bobois
Located in Pasadena, CA
"Curl Armchair" by Roberto Tapinassi & Maurizio Manzoni for Roche Bobois.
Chrome
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