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Alessandro Mendini Centerpieces

Italian, 1931-2019

Alessandro Mendini was born in Milan in 1931. Through his work as an architect, designer, journalist, theorist and publisher, Mendini helped establish the Italian design sensibility on a global scale with a particular focus on neo-modern, avant-garde design as well as the crossover between art, design and architecture.

Mendini’s influential work spanned the arenas of graphics, furniture, interiors, architecture, stage design, writing and painting. He graduated from the Polytechnic University of Milan in 1959, and he began his career at the studio of artist-designer Marcello Nizzoli. He went on to become the publisher of the popular magazines Casabella (1970–76), Modo and Domus (each 1979–85).

In 1979, Mendini joined Ettore Sottsass and Michele de Lucchi as a partner at Studio Alchimia, a harbinger of the Memphis Group before he cofounded Domus Academy in 1982. In 1989, he and his brother Francesco established their architectural practice, Atelier Mendini, in Milan, where he worked until his death in February 2019. In recognition of his outstanding body of work, Mendini was awarded the Compasso d’Oro twice, in 1979 and 1981. He was also honored by the Architectural League of New York, made Chevalier des Arts et Lettres in France, and, in 2014, he was awarded the European Prize for Architecture.

Mendini’s work is included in the permanent collections of the Metropolitan Museum and the Museum of Modern Art in New York and the Centre Pompidou in Paris, among others.

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(Biography provided by STUDIO CADMIUM)

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21st Century Alessandro Mendini Stella Tray Murano Glass Teal Blue
21st Century Alessandro Mendini Stella Tray Murano Glass Teal Blue

21st Century Alessandro Mendini Stella Tray Murano Glass Teal Blue

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Alessandro Mendini centerpieces for sale on 1stDibs.

Alessandro Mendini centerpieces are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of murano glass and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Alessandro Mendini centerpieces, although black editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original centerpieces by Alessandro Mendini were created in the modern style in italy during the 21st century and contemporary. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider centerpieces by Simone Crestani, Enzo Mari, and Driade. Prices for Alessandro Mendini centerpieces can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $2,849 and can go as high as $2,849, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $2,849.

Questions About Alessandro Mendini Centerpieces

  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 10, 2025
    Alessandro Mendini is famous for his designs and writings. Through his work as an architect, designer, journalist, theorist and publisher, Mendini helped establish the Italian design sensibility on a global scale with a particular focus on neo-modern, avant-garde design as well as the crossover between art, design and architecture. His work is included in the permanent collections of the Metropolitan Museum of Art and the Museum of Modern Art in New York and the Centre Pompidou in Paris, among others. Explore a collection of Alessandro Mendini furniture on 1stDibs.