Alessandro Mendini Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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)

Creator: Alessandro Mendini

Zanotta Edizioni Calamobio Chest of Drawers in Wood by Alessandro Mendini

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Zanotta Edizioni Calamobio Chest of Drawers in Wood by Alessandro Mendini

By Alessandro Mendini, Zanotta

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Zanotta Edizioni Calamobio Chest of Drawers in Wood by Alessandro Mendini Nine originals numbered and signed. Frame and feet in wood, polychrome inlay. Handles in red anodised alu...

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21st Century and Contemporary Alessandro Mendini Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Zanotta Edizioni Mikiolone Bar Cabinet in Lacquered Wood by Alessandro Mendini

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Zanotta Edizioni Mikiolone Bar Cabinet in Lacquered Wood by Alessandro Mendini

By Zanotta, Alessandro Mendini

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Zanotta Edizioni Mikiolone Bar Cabinet in Lacquered Wood by Alessandro Mendini Nine originals, numbered and signed. Wooden frame lacquered in various colours. Legs in turned wood ...

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"Cléone Spinoza" cabinet

$48,218

"Cléone Spinoza" cabinet

By Alessandro Mendini

Located in Paris, FR

The Cléone Spinoza cabinet, designed in 1993 by Alessandro Mendini, reflects his vision of design as a narrative and philosophical language. A leading figure of postmodernism and a t...

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1990s Alessandro Mendini Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Metal

Zanotta Edizioni Cetonia Chest of Drawers in Wood by Alessandro Mendini

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Zanotta Edizioni Cetonia Chest of Drawers in Wood by Alessandro Mendini

By Alessandro Mendini, Zanotta

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Zanotta Edizioni Cetonia Chest of Drawers in Wood by Alessandro Mendini Signed original. Lacquered wood frame with hand-painted polychrome decoration. Handles in natural anodised ...

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Meligete by Mendini forZanotta

$9,041

Meligete by Mendini forZanotta

By Zabro, Zanotta, Alessandro Mendini

Located in Milano, IT

The Meligete cabinet by Alessandro Mendini, produced by Zanotta within the prestigious Zabro collection and as part of the Nuova Alchimia furniture line, is distinguished by its refi...

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1980s Italian Vintage Alessandro Mendini Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Mirror, Wood

Cantaride Bar Cabinet by Alessandro Mendini for Zanotta, Italy, 1980s

$14,000

Cantaride Bar Cabinet by Alessandro Mendini for Zanotta, Italy, 1980s

By Alessandro Mendini, Zanotta

Located in Antwerp, BE

Designed and signed by Italian architect and designer Alessandro Mendini for Zanotta in 1988, the Cantaride Bar-Cabinet is a rare piece from the iconic 1980s Memphis era. The cabinet...

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Alessandro Mendini Limited Edition Cabinet Diadainconsupertrafra Zerodisegno

$6,292

Alessandro Mendini Limited Edition Cabinet Diadainconsupertrafra Zerodisegno

By Alessandro Mendini, Zerodisegno

Located in Cascina, Pisa

Storage cabinet with a structure in lacquered wood covered in metal and plastic laminate from Diadainconsupertrafra series. Designed by Alessandro Mendini for Zerodisegno, Italy, 20...

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Metal

Cristallo Cupboard by Alessandro Mendini for BD Barcelona

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Cristallo Cupboard by Alessandro Mendini for BD Barcelona

By Alessandro Mendini, BD Barcelona Design

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Cristallo cupboard designed by Alessandro Mendini for BD Barcelona is part of the 2019 collection. The character of Mendini's design is marked by wh...

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Sycamore

"Perf" Bar Cabinet in Varnished Steel by Moroso for Diesel

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H 66.9 in W 31.5 in D 11.4 in

"Perf" Bar Cabinet in Varnished Steel by Moroso for Diesel

By Moroso, Diesel Creative Team 1

Located in Brooklyn, NY

"Perf" is a bar cabinet, designed by Diesel Creative Team and manufactured by Moroso, in varnished steel black mat, with doors in varnished steel available in these colors: copper, b...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Alessandro Mendini Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Steel

Vintage wall cabinet cabinet 1960s Danish

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H 54.34 in W 43.31 in D 15.75 in

Vintage wall cabinet cabinet 1960s Danish

Located in Lemmer, NL

Vintage wall cabinet cabinet 1960s Danish period 1960s design unknown Denmark condition good minor signs of wear size 138 x 110 x 40 cm (H x W x D) details teak; brass; ...

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Brass

Sideboard by Umberto Mascagni, 1950s

$4,821

H 66.15 in W 97.64 in D 18.9 in

Sideboard by Umberto Mascagni, 1950s

By Umberto Mascagni

Located in Budapest, HU

Sideboard by Umberto Mascagni. Four doors and four-drawer and the mirror. We have the complete dining suite: Table and six chairs and bar cabinet.

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1950s Italian Vintage Alessandro Mendini Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Aluminum

Brutalist bar cabinet cabinet 1960s Danish

$968

H 42.52 in W 27.37 in D 14.18 in

Brutalist bar cabinet cabinet 1960s Danish

Located in Lemmer, NL

Brutalist bar cabinet cabinet 1960s Danish period 1960s design unknown Denmark condition good minor signs of wear size 108 x 69.5 x 36 (h x w x d) details oak; item numb...

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Oak

Kurt Østervig Bar Cabinet Produced by K.P. Møbler in Denmark

$18,082

H 47.25 in W 27.56 in D 15.75 in

Kurt Østervig Bar Cabinet Produced by K.P. Møbler in Denmark

By Kurt Østervig

Located in Limhamn, Skåne län

Very rare bar cabinet designed by Kurt Østervig. Produced by K.P Møbler in Denmark.

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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Alessandro Mendini Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

Mid-Century Folding Bar Cabinet, Italy circa 1950s

$7,800Sale Price|20% Off

H 25 in W 33 in D 13 in

Mid-Century Folding Bar Cabinet, Italy circa 1950s

Located in New York, NY

An Italian modernist folding bar cabinet. Bar folds open in the middle and is finished on all sides to be free standing. Mahogany, teak, patinated...

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Mahogany

Vintage Office Credenza by Founders

$3,200

H 24 in W 77.25 in D 18 in

Vintage Office Credenza by Founders

By Founders Furniture Company

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This uniquely sized vintage credenza offers a stylish combination of cabinet and drawer storage. Low profile height makes this perfect for use in an office or business environment, w...

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Wood

Keyhole Credenza by Brown Saltman Likely Designed by Brown Saltman

$5,200

H 31 in W 66 in D 19 in

Keyhole Credenza by Brown Saltman Likely Designed by Brown Saltman

By Brown Saltman, Paul Laszlo

Located in Palm Springs, CA

A beautiful credenza attributed to Brown Saltman and likely designed by Paul Laszlo. The cabinet has wonderful keyhole openings that add a nice touch to the overall appearance. There...

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Danish Cabinet

$2,700

H 30 in W 40 in D 14.5 in

Danish Cabinet

Located in Dallas, TX

Mid-century modern rosewood cabinet featuring clean lines, bookmatched doors, and subtly tapered legs. It includes a working lock with original key, adjustable shelving, and beautifu...

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Danish Viking Bar Cabinet

$6,500

H 56.5 in W 17.75 in D 13 in

Danish Viking Bar Cabinet

Located in St.Petersburg, FL

A very unusual, hand painted bar cabinet, as a Danish Viking, made in Italy. Striking naive/modern style, humorous and direct. The back is finished and ...

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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Alessandro Mendini Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood

Exquisite Credenza by Edmond J. Spence made by Industria Mueblera Mexico

$9,000Sale Price|40% Off

H 33 in W 81 in D 20 in

Exquisite Credenza by Edmond J. Spence made by Industria Mueblera Mexico

By Edmond J. Spence, Industria Mueblera Mexico

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This is an extraordinary credenza cabinet or sideboard designed by Swedish designer Edmond J. Spence. This Beautiful piece showcases Spence's exceptional talent and reflects his uniq...

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Iron

Bar Cabinet by Gio Frigerio, Italy 1970s

$11,800

H 42.5 in W 60.75 in D 21.75 in

Bar Cabinet by Gio Frigerio, Italy 1970s

By Frigerio

Located in New York, NY

Bar cabinet by Gio Frigerio. Red lacquer doors and mirrored interior. Makers label affixed to back.

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1970s Italian Modern Vintage Alessandro Mendini Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Glass, Lacquer

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4D Sideboard by Angelo Mangiarotti for Molteni, Lacquered Wood & Granite, 1970s

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4D Sideboard by Angelo Mangiarotti for Molteni, Lacquered Wood & Granite, 1970s

By Alessandro Mendini

Located in Antwerp, BE

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Memphis Design 'Colonna Ollo' Cabinet by Alessandro Mendini, Italy 1980s

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Memphis Design 'Colonna Ollo' Cabinet by Alessandro Mendini, Italy 1980s

By Alessandro Mendini

Located in Hellouw, NL

Memphis Design 'Colonna Ollo' Cabinet by Alessandro Mendini, Italy 1980s. This cabinet is impressive due to its shape, graphical design, and size. The cab...

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Chest of Drawer Cetonia Model by Alessandro Mendini for Alchimia, Italy

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H 34.65 in W 47.25 in D 21.66 in

Chest of Drawer Cetonia Model by Alessandro Mendini for Alchimia, Italy

By Gruppo Alchimia, Alessandro Mendini

Located in Milan, Italy

Original chest of drawers designed by Alessandro Mendini for the Alchimia in 1984. Lacquered wood, handpainted decoration and aluminum. Signed. About Alchimia In 1976 Alessandro...

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Modern Alessandro Mendini One Door with Five Shelves Italian TOTEM

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H 82.68 in W 17.72 in D 17.72 in

Modern Alessandro Mendini One Door with Five Shelves Italian TOTEM

By Alessandro Mendini

Located in Madrid, ES

TOTEM designed by Alessandro Mendini (18-2-2019). Shelf with glass shelves made of solid wood structure lacquered in green, yellow, red, blue. It contains a folding door, base and to...

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1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Alessandro Mendini Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Playful Alessandro Mendini Bar

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H 49.41 in W 57.49 in D 15.36 in

Playful Alessandro Mendini Bar

By Alessandro Mendini, Zabro

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Alessandro Mendini, cabinet/bar, plywood and plastic, Italy, 1985. This distinct and polychrome cabinet is exemplary for the postmodern interior...

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1970s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Alessandro Mendini Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Alessandro Mendini, Calamobio Sideboard, Alchimia, Italy

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H 33.08 in W 52.37 in D 16.54 in

Alessandro Mendini, Calamobio Sideboard, Alchimia, Italy

By Alessandro Mendini, Gruppo Alchimia

Located in Milan, Italy

Sideboard, circa 1985 series limited to a few copies in wood marquetry decoration of different shades with stylized motifs designed by Alessandro Mendini and produced by Alchimia.

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1680s Italian Modern Antique Alessandro Mendini Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Alessandro Mendini Calamobio, Chest of Drawers for Zanotta

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H 44 in W 112 in D 84 in

Alessandro Mendini Calamobio, Chest of Drawers for Zanotta

By Zanotta, Alessandro Mendini

Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR

Alessandro Mendini Calamobio, chest of drawers for Zanotta This museum piece, can be found in the Montreal Museum of Fine Arts. The cabinet is made in beech, with anodized aluminiu...

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1980s Italian Modern Vintage Alessandro Mendini Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Alessandro Mendini "Cleorne Elegans" Surrealist Cabinet, Design Gallery, 1993

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H 61.03 in W 17.72 in D 42.52 in

Alessandro Mendini "Cleorne Elegans" Surrealist Cabinet, Design Gallery, 1993

By Alessandro Mendini, Design Gallery Milano

Located in Milan, Italy

"Cleorne Elegans" surrealist cabinet, Museum Market collection, 1993, from a limited edition of 12, blue lacquered wood on fiberglass and blue resin feet, two doors, glass shelves on...

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1990s Italian Modern Alessandro Mendini Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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"Mobile Milanese" Cabinet by Alessandro Mendini for Zerodisegno, 2008

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H 82.68 in W 47.25 in D 17.72 in

"Mobile Milanese" Cabinet by Alessandro Mendini for Zerodisegno, 2008

By Alessandro Mendini, Zerodisegno

Located in Milano, Lombardia

"Mobile Milanese" cabinet, designed by Alessandro Mendini for Zerodisegno in 2008. Limited edition of nine pieces, numbered and signed by the designer. Sublimation on aluminum struct...

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Early 2000s Italian Alessandro Mendini Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Aluminum

Alessandro Mendini case pieces and storage cabinets for sale on 1stDibs.

Alessandro Mendini case pieces and storage cabinets are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of wood and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Alessandro Mendini case pieces and storage cabinets, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. We have 2 vintage editions of these items in-stock, while there is 4 modern edition to choose from as well. Many of the original case pieces and storage cabinets by Alessandro Mendini were created in the mid-century modern style in europe during the 21st century and contemporary. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider case pieces and storage cabinets by Lluis Clotet, MARCANTONIO, and Cristian Zuzunaga. Prices for Alessandro Mendini case pieces and storage cabinets can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $6,681 and can go as high as $70,300, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $32,446.

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Questions About Alessandro Mendini Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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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.

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