Archizoom Associati Sofas

Italian

For eight years, Italian architecture and design studio Archizoom Associati challenged modernism and aligned itself with what we now call Radical Design, an avant-garde art movement established largely in Florence that produced exuberant conceptual furnishings and objects that were neither practical nor very commercial. Through iconic works like the Sanremo floor lamp and the Mies lounge chair, Archizoom and other proponents of the movement protested functionalism and explored form, color and material in a way that countered the existing social order.

Founded in 1966 by University of Florence students Andrea Branzi, Gilberto Corretti, Massimo Morozzi and Paolo Deganello, Archizoom questioned mass consumerism and the validity of rapid postwar modernization in their native country. In their architecture initiatives, interiors, installations, furniture and more, Archizoom's members were pioneers of postmodernism — future Memphis Group cofounder Ettore Sottsass was also part of the Radical Design movement — and alongside likeminded collectives such as Superstudio, Ziggurat and UFO, Archizoom drew on Pop art, Minimalism and Arte Povera to expand upon the expressive potential of design. Branzi and his peers were also deeply influenced by the visionary work of London architecture collective Archigram — so much so that the group’s name is inclusive of Zoom, which is the name of a zine published by the British collective.

In Archizoom’s No-Stop City — an unbuilt architecture project — the urban area is stripped bare, a featureless monochromatic expanse that sees built structures meeting nothing more than the basic needs of human existence. The group’s Mies lounge chair — a tribute to early modernist architect Ludwig Mies van der Rohe — was developed for Poltronova and hardly resembles a chair at all. It is not until one sits down that the detached bench seat combines with the backrest and becomes a full seat. The human body bonds the pieces together to make a chair that is surprisingly functional — and even compact.

The Radical Design movement is experiencing something of a renaissance, and Archizoom Associati’s works featured prominently in 2020’s “Radical: Italian Design 1965-1985” at the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston. The collective’s designs were given a global stage in the classic 1972 exhibition “Italy : The New Domestic Landscape” at the Museum of Modern Art in New York City, but most of the groups associated with Radical Design dissolved by the mid-1970s. The Mies lounge chair is held in MoMA’s permanent collection.

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Poltronova SAFARI Sofa by Archizoom Associati

$53,350 / item

Poltronova SAFARI Sofa by Archizoom Associati

By Archizoom Associati, Poltronova

Located in Brooklyn, NY

The Safari sofa is a multiple seat with the profile of the backrest shaped like a series of waves, one gathers in the central void, accessed through an opening, as in a sort of tribal ritual. The piece of furniture consists of four pieces of two different types [two armchair modules and two sofa modules]. The Safari sofa was put into production for the first time by Poltronova in 1968. The experimental fibreglass technique was used for the structure. For the seat and backrest upholstery, Archizoom chose a printed animal pattern fabric with a Leopard print. The same pattern is used for the polyurethane foam rug placed between the seats. The choice of the leopard pattern was a cultured reference to the work “Bedroom ensemble” [1963] by Claes Oldenburg, master of English Pop Art, and his subsequent “Leopard chair...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Archizoom Associati Sofas

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Fiberglass

Upholstered “Superonda” Sofa by Archizoom for Poltronova, Italy 1967

$10,495

Upholstered “Superonda” Sofa by Archizoom for Poltronova, Italy 1967

By Archizoom Associati, Poltronova

Located in Utrecht, NL

Throughout the 20th century, Italian design managed to distinguish itself. The 1960s was a boom time in Italy especially, a decade of mass production and innovation that signaled the...

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Archizoom Associati Sofas

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Fabric

Superonda sofa, Archizoom & Associati, Poltronova 1970s

$11,369

Superonda sofa, Archizoom & Associati, Poltronova 1970s

By Poltronova, Archizoom Associati

Located in Milano, Lombardia

Superonda sofa, Archizoom & Associati, Poltronova 1970s. Superonda is distinguished by its bold absence of a body. At the center of its design are two sinuous waves, precisely sculpt...

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1970s Post-Modern Vintage Archizoom Associati Sofas

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Faux Leather, Foam

Massimo and Lella Vignelli for Poltronova 'Saratoga' Two-Seater Sofa

$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 Massimo and Lella Vignelli, Poltronova

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...

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Archizoom Associati Sofas

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Leather, Polyester

Midcentury Safari sofa by Archizoom for Poltronova, Italy 1968

$42,066 / set

H 25.6 in W 102.37 in D 84.65 in

Midcentury Safari sofa by Archizoom for Poltronova, Italy 1968

By Poltronova, Archizoom Associati

Located in HAARLEM, NL

An icon, vintage Safari sofa by Archizoom Associati for Poltronova. A base made of white-coated fibreglass reinforced plastic, integrated seats arranged in the form of a flower, newl...

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Archizoom Associati Sofas

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Fiberglass

Massimo and Lella Vignelli "Saratoga" Living Room Set Poltronova, 1960s

$8,868Sale Price / set|35% Off

H 23.63 in W 82.68 in D 35.44 in

Massimo and Lella Vignelli "Saratoga" Living Room Set Poltronova, 1960s

By Poltronova, Massimo and Lella Vignelli

Located in Padova, IT

Exceptional Saratoga set designed by Massimo and Lella Vignella, produced by Poltronova, Italy 1960s. A beautiful living room set composed of two sofas (three-seater/two-seater) and...

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Archizoom Associati Sofas

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Leather, Wood

1970s Mohair Sofa

$8,350

H 25 in W 86 in D 33 in

1970s Mohair Sofa

Located in Chicago, IL

this piece is in excellent, restored condition but there is a small flaw in the mohair - see photos for reference

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1970s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Archizoom Associati Sofas

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Mohair

Fauteuil AEO par Archizoom Associati pour Cassina

$3,638

H 42.13 in W 29.93 in D 32.29 in

Fauteuil AEO par Archizoom Associati pour Cassina

By Archizoom Associati, Cassina

Located in Rouen, FR

Fauteuil AEO conçu par Paolo Deganello du collectif Archizoom Associati, édité par Cassina en 1973. Véritable manifeste du design radical italien, le AEO est un fauteuil démontable,...

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1970s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Archizoom Associati Sofas

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Metal

Mobili nella Valle sofa by Mario Ceroli for Poltronova

$14,986

H 31.5 in W 61.03 in D 27.17 in

Mobili nella Valle sofa by Mario Ceroli for Poltronova

By Mario Ceroli

Located in London, GB

A rare two-seater sofa from the “Mobili nella Valle” series, designed by Mario Ceroli in 1972 for Poltronova. Crafted entirely from carved pine wood, it blends sculptural presence wi...

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1960s Italian Modern Vintage Archizoom Associati Sofas

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Pine

Italian modern white wood leather sofa Saratoga by Vignelli Poltronova 1980s

$10,346

H 24.02 in W 82.88 in D 37.8 in

Italian modern white wood leather sofa Saratoga by Vignelli Poltronova 1980s

By Massimo and Lella Vignelli, Poltronova

Located in MIlano, IT

Italian modern white wood and brown leather sofa Saratoga by Massimo and Lella Vignelli for Poltronova, 1980s Three seater sofa Saratoga with seat and backrest, composed of cushions ...

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1980s Italian Modern Vintage Archizoom Associati Sofas

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Leather, Wood

Hans Hollein Mitzi Sofa in Poplar and Wool Cloth by Poltronova 1981

$7,276Sale Price|20% Off

H 39.38 in W 80.71 in D 35.83 in

Hans Hollein Mitzi Sofa in Poplar and Wool Cloth by Poltronova 1981

By Poltronova, Hans Hollein

Located in Cascina, Pisa

Mitzi sofa presents a poplar plywood base with erable finish, semi-gloss water–based varnish, iron inner structure, polyurethane cushions, wool cloth uphol...

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1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Archizoom Associati Sofas

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Iron

Gae Aulenti Black Original Leather "Stringa" 3-Seater Sofa, Poltronova, 1960s

$13,074

H 27.56 in W 76.38 in D 35.44 in

Gae Aulenti Black Original Leather "Stringa" 3-Seater Sofa, Poltronova, 1960s

By Poltronova, Gae Aulenti

Located in Quarrata, IT

A masterful example of mid-century Italian modernism, the "Stringa" three-seater sofa was designed by the acclaimed architect and designer Gae Aulenti for Poltronova in 1962. It stan...

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1960s Italian Vintage Archizoom Associati Sofas

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Steel

Sofa Sofo Model by Superstudio for Poltronova, Italy

$7,731

H 27.56 in W 64.57 in D 32.29 in

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 colored mountains. It is just a block, obtained by means of an “S” cut, from a polyurethane cube, covered with a fabric crossed by two large lines. It is the result of a very simple operation, without waste, neither material nor thought. It is presented as a compact, abstract and colorful object...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Archizoom Associati Sofas

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Cotton, Plastic

Mid-Century Modern "Zelda" Sofa by Sergio Asti for Poltronova, 1960s

$3,751

H 25.6 in W 59.06 in D 35.44 in

Mid-Century Modern "Zelda" Sofa by Sergio Asti for Poltronova, 1960s

By Sergio Asti

Located in Brussels, BE

Mid-Century Modern "Zelda" Sofa by Sergio Asti for Poltronova, 1960s

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Archizoom Associati Sofas

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Leather, Wood

Gae Aulenti "Stringa" 2-Seater Sofa for Poltronova, 1960s

$8,868

H 27.56 in W 51.97 in D 35.44 in

Gae Aulenti "Stringa" 2-Seater Sofa for Poltronova, 1960s

By Poltronova, Gae Aulenti

Located in Quarrata, IT

"Stringa" two-seater sofa, designed by architect and designer Gae Aulenti for Poltronova in 1962. It stands as one of her most brilliant early contributions to furniture design desi...

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1960s Italian Vintage Archizoom Associati Sofas

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Steel

Pair of Vintage Sofas by Gae Aulenti Production Poltronova, Italy, 1965

$22,738 / set

H 29 in W 76 in D 36 in

Pair of Vintage Sofas by Gae Aulenti Production Poltronova, Italy, 1965

By Gae Aulenti

Located in Biella, IT

Poltronova two sofas "stringa" from Gae Aulenti '65 design years. The two sofas are for three and two seats and have chrome structure and leather cushion in a particular and refined ...

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1970s Italian Modern Vintage Archizoom Associati Sofas

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Chrome

20th Century Two-Seater Sofa by Lella and Massimo Vignelli for Poltronova

$7,486

H 23.63 in W 59.06 in D 35.44 in

20th Century Two-Seater Sofa by Lella and Massimo Vignelli for Poltronova

By Massimo Vignelli, Poltronova

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

A lovely two seater sofa designed by the Italian designer couple Lella and Massimo Vignelli. Produced by Poltronova of Florence, the sofa is a design classic with a wonderful off-white and red combination for the frame and cushions respectively. Although the original cushions show some signs of distress, they are still supple and have no rips and tears, ready to be enjoyed by the new owner for many years still. CONDITION In Good Condition - Some wear and tear to the leather consummate with age. However no rips or tears, a good distressed look which has plenty of use still...

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20th Century Italian Archizoom Associati Sofas

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Leather

Mario Ceroli Two-Seater Sofa in Wood Mobili della Valle series by Poltronova 70s

$8,183Sale Price|19% Off

H 31.5 in W 60.04 in D 27.56 in

Mario Ceroli Two-Seater Sofa in Wood Mobili della Valle series by Poltronova 70s

By Mario Ceroli, Poltronova

Located in Cascina, Pisa

Two-seater sofa from Mobili della Valle series in pine wood, designed by Mario Ceroli and produced by Poltronova in the 1970s. This two-seater sculptural sofa is part of the well-kn...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Archizoom Associati Sofas

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Wood, Pine

Previously Available Items

Archizoon Associati for Poltronova "Superonda" Sofa, Italy 1960s

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H 32.29 in W 23.63 in D 88.98 in

Archizoon Associati for Poltronova "Superonda" Sofa, Italy 1960s

By Archizoom Associati, Poltronova

Located in Naples, IT

Superonda iconic sofa composed of two S-shapes in glossy sky. Its lightness and modularity allow for a variety of uses, in fact Superonda can be a sofa, bed and chaise longue. Desig...

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Archizoom Associati Sofas

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PVC

Superonda Sofa with Organic Shape and Multicouloured Pattern Fabric by Archizoom

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H 16.93 in W 93.71 in D 13.78 in

Superonda Sofa with Organic Shape and Multicouloured Pattern Fabric by Archizoom

By Bethan Laura Wood, Archizoom Associati, Poltronova

Located in Ibiza, Spain

'Superonda' model sofa designed in 1967 by the Florentine radical group Archizoom and edited by Poltronova. Composed of two wavy elements cut from a single piece of polyurethane. Ter...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Archizoom Associati Sofas

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Fabric

Superonda Black Sofa by Archizoom Associati for Poltronova, 1960 Italy

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H 13.78 in W 92.52 in D 40.56 in

Superonda Black Sofa by Archizoom Associati for Poltronova, 1960 Italy

By Archizoom Associati, Poltronova

Located in The Hague, NL

Magnificent space age sofa Model SuperOnda with curved and eccentric lines. Designed in 1967 by the radical Florentine Archizoom group for Poltronova, it is the first sofa without a ...

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Archizoom Associati Sofas

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Faux Leather, PVC

Black Superonda Sofa by Archizoom Associati for Poltronova

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H 13.78 in W 94.49 in D 39.38 in

Black Superonda Sofa by Archizoom Associati for Poltronova

By Archizoom Associati

Located in Vlimmeren, BE

Designed in 1967 by the radical group Archizoom, this was the first sofa without a conventional frame. It is composed of two waves made from a polyurethane block cut into two parts w...

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1960s Italian Modern Vintage Archizoom Associati Sofas

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Faux Leather

Sofa Superonda White by Archizoom for Poltronova

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H 35.44 in W 89.77 in D 23.63 in

Sofa Superonda White by Archizoom for Poltronova

By Archizoom Associati, Poltronova

Located in Milano, IT

Magnificent space age sofa Model SuperOnda with curved and eccentric lines. Designed in 1967 by the radical Florentine Archizoom group for Poltronova, it is the first sofa without a shell. It consists of two waves, hence SuperOnda, made from a block of polyurethane sawn into two parts by an "S" cut, which fit together and overlap, shaping different configurations. Lightness and modularity allow for a variety of uses: Superonda can be a sofa, bed and chaise longue. Like many of the pieces designed by the Archizoom group, it proves a challenge to bourgeois conventions, stimulating the user's creativity and imagination. The white sky-vinyl upholstery. The work of Archizoom-which historians place in the strand of radical architecture-has investigated different areas of creativity and design: object design, clothing...

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Archizoom Associati Sofas

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PVC

'Safari' Mid-Century Italian Sofa by Archizoom Associati for Poltronova

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H 27.56 in W 102.37 in D 84.65 in

'Safari' Mid-Century Italian Sofa by Archizoom Associati for Poltronova

By Archizoom Associati

Located in London, GB

A 'Safari lounge sofa. Italy, c1968. Made by Archizoom Associati for Poltronova. White lacquered fibreglass, in four sectional elements....

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Mid-20th Century Italian Archizoom Associati Sofas

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Fiberglass

Archizoom Associati, Modular Safari Sofa, for Poltronova, Italy, 1968

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H 24.81 in W 103.15 in D 103.15 in

Archizoom Associati, Modular Safari Sofa, for Poltronova, Italy, 1968

By Archizoom Associati, Poltronova

Located in Antwerp, BE

Archizoom Associati, modular safari sofa, for Poltronova, Italy, 1968 This very rare Safari sofa, created in 1968 by Archizoom Associati for Pol...

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Archizoom Associati Sofas

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Fabric, Fiberglass, Cotton

Safari Lounge Sofa, Archizoom Associati 1968

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H 26.38 in W 102.37 in D 84.65 in

Safari Lounge Sofa, Archizoom Associati 1968

By Archizoom Associati

Located in Paris, FR

"Safari" lounge sofa, Archizoom Associati (assets from 1966 to 1974). Model created in 1968, first edition of Poltronova 1968. In white lacquered fiberglass, composed of four eleme...

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1960s Italian Vintage Archizoom Associati Sofas

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Upholstery, Resin, Fiberglass, Lacquer

Archizoom Associati, Rare Six-Seater Sofa "Safari", circa 1968, Italy

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H 25.2 in W 102.37 in D 84.65 in

Archizoom Associati, Rare Six-Seater Sofa "Safari", circa 1968, Italy

By Archizoom Associati

Located in Nice, Cote d' Azur

Archizoom Association (1966-1974), six-seater sofa model "Safari", Composed of four modules, White lacquered and upholstered fiberglass structure, Foam-padded seats covered with...

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Archizoom Associati Sofas

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Fiberglass

Archizoom Associati Poltronova Superonda Sofa Glossy Black PVC, Italy, 1967

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H 39.38 in W 94.49 in D 14.97 in

Archizoom Associati Poltronova Superonda Sofa Glossy Black PVC, Italy, 1967

By Archizoom Associati, Poltronova

Located in Catania, IT

"Superonda" sofa designed by Archizoom Associati for Poltronova in Italy, 1967. The sofa is characterized by two polyurethane blocks with particular swaying shapes that overlap each...

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Archizoom Associati Sofas

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PVC

Archizoom Associati sofas for sale on 1stDibs.

Archizoom Associati sofas are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of plastic and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Archizoom Associati sofas, although gray editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original sofas by Archizoom Associati were created in the mid-century modern style in europe during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider sofas by Luigi Caccia Dominioni, Ettore Sottsass, and Claudio Salocchi. Prices for Archizoom Associati sofas can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $4,787 and can go as high as $43,198, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $6,500.