Artemide is an iconic firm in the design world. The mid-century Italian company is one of the best known lighting manufacturers and its award-winning fixtures are held in museum collections everywhere. Vintage Artemide table lamps, pendants, ceiling lamps and other lighting represent a thoughtful merge between functionalism and eye-catching design.
Artemide, which is based in Pregnana, was founded by Ernesto Gismondi and Sergio Mazza in 1959. During that year, Mazza created the first table lamp for the manufacturer — a modernist work in glass, marble and metal that he called the Alfa. Gismondi, who studied aeronautical engineering at the Polytechnic University of Milan and missile engineering at Rome’s Professional School of Engineering, applied his knowledge of cutting edge technology and materials such as fiberglass resin to Artemide’s designs for lighting and furniture.
In 1967, Artemide won Italy’s Compasso d'Oro design award for its Eclisse table lamp, which was designed by Vico Magistretti two years earlier. Other award-winning fixtures include the Tizio table lamp designed by Richard Sapper and the Tolomeo table lamp.
Designed by Michele de Lucchi and Giancarlo Fassina, the Tolomeo featured the patented George Carwardine mechanism used in the original Anglepoise lamp. De Lucchi would later be recruited to join visionary postmodern design collective the Memphis Group. Artemide’s Gismondi purchased the brand after founder Ettore Sottsass dismantled the collective in 1988, and it was bought by Alberto Bianchi Albrici in 1996.
Artemide’s list of design, innovation, sustainability and other industry awards is long and distinguished. The firm continues to actively collaborate with internationally revered designers and seek out new talent through workshops with design schools. The company’s deeply held values — energy-saving lighting, sustainable design and ethically sourced materials — characterize its current offerings, and Artemide furniture and lighting can be found in the permanent collections of the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the Museum of Modern Art and other institutions.
On 1stDibs, find Artemide tables, seating, floor lamps, chandeliers and more.
1970 Sergio Mazza for Artemide Toga Stacking Outdoor Lounge Chairs White 4 Avail
By Artemide, Sergio Mazza
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a single (multiple chairs are available, but the price listed is for each chair) Toga lounge chair, designed by Sergio Mazza and produced by Artemide in Italy. Thi...
Plastic, Fiberglass
Vico Magistretti per Artemide Sedia "Vicario" Avorio, Italia 1960s
By Vico Magistretti, Artemide
Located in Naples, IT
La poltrona Vicario è stata disegnata da Vico Magistretti alla fine degli anni '60 per Artemide. In produzione dal 1970 fino alla metà degli anni '70. Realizzata in plastica ABS, que...
Plastic
Pair of 1960s Fiberglass Toga Chairs designed by Sergio Mazza for Artemide
By Sergio Mazza, Artemide
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful pair of 1960s fiberglass Toga chairs designed in Italy by Sergio Mazza for Artemide. These white iconic Mid Century chairs are constructed from a single sheet of molded fib...
Fiberglass
Space Age Set of Two "Toga" Artemide Lounge Chairs designed by Sergio Mazza
By Artemide, Sergio Mazza
Located in Antwerp, BE
A space age organic molded fibre plastic original sixties lounge arm chair model "Toga" was designed in 1968 by Sergio Mazza for Artemide. With its fluid form, this chair is like an ...
Fiberglass
Set of two brutalist lounge chairs
Located in BE
This set of two Brutalist lounge chairs was likely made in France. The chairs feature wide armrests and a solid pine wood frame that gives them a strong, sculptural presence. They ha...
Upholstery, Wood
$4,080 / set
H 18.12 in W 19.69 in D 17.33 in
Vico Magistretti "Carimate" dining room chairs for Cassina Italy 1960s
By Vico Magistretti, Cassina
Located in Almelo, NL
Vico Magistretti "Carimate" dining room chairs for Cassina, Italy, 1960, set of six. Vico Magistretti's "Carimate" dining chairs, designed for Cassina, feature a natural wood frame ...
Straw, Beech
Suelo Outdoor Modern Lounge Chair
By Bertu Furniture
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
This Suelo® outdoor modern lounge chair is beautifully constructed from solid wood in Ohio, USA. This silhouette is simple, modern, and sleek with comfortable back and seat cushions....
Mahogany
$2,103
H 29.53 in W 39.38 in D 35.44 in
Vico Magistretti Maralunga Reupholstered Lounge Chair for Cassina, 1980s
By Cassina, Vico Magistretti
Located in The Hague, NL
Maralunga lounge chair with the defining adjustable head rest designed by Vico Magistretti for Cassina. New Fabric. The Maralunga was originally designed in the 1973 and this example...
Leather
$2,230 / set
H 29.93 in W 18.51 in D 17.72 in
1969, Vico Magistretti for Artemide, Set of Four White Selene Chairs
By Artemide, Vico Magistretti
Located in Amsterdam IJMuiden, NL
This item is part of the private collection of Casey Godrie and is situated in his private house. Ask him for competitive shipping quotes. His incredible Dune Villa, Amsterdam Beach, check last pictures on this listing and/or find more details on his family name plus eu, is for sale soon too. :-) Set of four Selene chairs...
Plastic
Maralunga Lounge Chair by Vico Magistretti for Cassina
By Vico Magistretti, Cassina
Located in Beerse, VAN
The Maralunga, an icon of Italian design, designed by Vico Magistretti for Cassina in 1973, is one of the most beloved pieces in modern furniture history. Its soft, organic lines an...
Fabric
$2,765
H 37.8 in W 36.23 in D 33.47 in
"Butterfly" Chair designed by Designed by Jorge Hardoy-Ferrari for Knoll, 1960s
By Knoll, Jorge Ferrari-Hardoy
Located in Antwerp, BE
Original "Butterfly" chair black lacquered metal and original red leather, suede. Designed by Jorge Hardoy-Ferrari. Manufactured from 1947-1975 by Knoll International. An absolute au...
Metal
Echo Outdoor Lounge Chair
By DING DONG
Located in Matosinhos, 13
Ding Dong presents its first outdoor collection, Echo. Inspired by the echo of a longtime memory built within the beauty of the natural greenery, this collection appeals to the sinuo...
Metal
$4,500 / set
H 38.5 in W 25 in D 32 in
Pair of Siesta Chairs by Ingmar Relling for Westnofa Norway, 1960s
By Ingmar Relling, Westnofa Furniture
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair of Siesta High-Back Lounge Chairs by Ingmar Relling for Westnofa, Norway, 1960s These are very comfortable. Inghmar Relling designrd for Wesnofa and won the 1964 Norwegen design...
Leather, Canvas, Teak
Space Age Lounge Chair by Raphaël Raffel, France 1960s
By Raphael Raffel
Located in Chicago, IL
A rare 1960s Space Age lounge chair by French designer Raphaël Raffel. This Modernist chair features a molded smoked acrylic shell that graceful...
Leather, Acrylic
Cassina Veranda Longue Chair By Vico Magistretti Italy 1980s
By Vico Magistretti
Located in Čelinac, BA
CASSINA Veranda Longue Chair By Vico Magistretti Italy 1980s
Fabric
Sergio Rodrigues 'Sheriff' Lounge Chair
By ISA Bergamo, Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Red Lion, PA
"Sheriff" model. Solid pine, leather cover, leather straps. Design: Sergio Rodrigues, 1957. Manufacturer: Isa, Bergamo, Italy. Vintage condition
Leather, Wood
Sold
H 27.17 in W 28.35 in D 25.99 in
Vicario Lounge Chairs by Vico Magistretti for Artemide Set of Four
By Vico Magistretti, Artemide
Located in Byron Bay, NSW
A pair of original armchairs or lounge chairs named "Vicario" in brown chocolate plastic by renowned Italian Designer Vico Magistretti from 1969. Manufactured by Artemide. Stamped to...
Plastic
Toga Chair by Sergio Mazza for Artemide
By Artemide, Sergio Mazza
Located in Boom, Vlaams Gewest
Toga chair designed by Sergio Mazza for Artemide in the 1960s. Chair can be used as an indoor lounge chair or as an outdoor lounge chair. The 3 pieces are stackable.
Plastic
Sold
H 26.97 in W 28.35 in D 25.99 in
Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chair Vicario by Vico Magistretti for Artemide, 1970s
By Vico Magistretti, Artemide
Located in Munich, DE
Original, elegant and comfortable Mid-Century Modern armchair or lounge chair 'Vicario'. Designed by Vico Magistretti, 1969. Manufactured by Artemide, Italy, 1970s. Marked beneath th...
Plastic
Sold
H 26.97 in W 28.35 in D 25.99 in
Pair of Red Vicario Lounge Chairs Design by Vico Magistretti Made by Artemide
By Vico Magistretti, Artemide
Located in London, GB
A pair of original armchairs or lounge chairs named "Vicario" in a deep red plastic by renowned Italian Designer Vico Magistretti from 1969. Manufactured by Artemide. Stamped to base...
Plastic
Sold
H 26.97 in W 28.35 in D 25.99 in
Red Original Lounge Chair Vicario Designed by Vico Magistretti Made by Artemide
By Vico Magistretti, Artemide
Located in London, GB
One original armchair/ lounge chairs named "Vicario" in a deep red plastic by renowned Italian Designer Vico Magistretti from 1969. Manufactured by Artemide. Stamped to base with mak...
Plastic
Sold
H 26.78 in W 28.35 in D 25.2 in
Set of 4 Armchairs "Vicario" in Brown Plastic by Vico Magistretti, Artemide
By Vico Magistretti, Artemide
Located in Wolfurt, AT
4 original armchairs "Vicario" in brown plastic lounge chairs by Vico Magistretti from the 1969. Manufactured by Artemide. The set is in very good vintage condition. Literatur: Do...
Plastic
Sold
H 26.78 in W 28.35 in D 26.38 in
Pair of Vico Magistretti ABS "Vicario" Armchairs for Artemide Milano, 1970s
By Vico Magistretti, Artemide
Located in Puglia, Puglia
The Vicario, Vico Magistretti armchairs, produced by Artemide Milan, Italy, 1970s these Space Age Postmodern chairs show beautiful wavy lines, which give them a nice modern look. Mat...
Plastic
Vico Magistretti Green Vicario Lounge Chairs
By Vico Magistretti, Artemide
Located in Antwerp, BE
Vicario lounge chairs by Vico Magistretti, produced by Artemide Milano, Italy, 1970s These Postmodern Space Age chairs show beautiful wavy lin...
Fiberglass
Vico Magistretti, Armchair, "Gaudi", Artemide, 1970s
By Vico Magistretti, Artemide
Located in Paris, FR
A black ABS armchair. With a bent back on four feet. Manufactured by Artemide. Marked underneath: “ SPA Artemide Milano, Gaudi, Vico Magistretti, Made i...
Plastic
Sold
H 26.38 in W 25.6 in D 28.35 in
Vico Magistretti, a Pair of Armchairs, "Vicario", Artemide, 1970s
By Vico Magistretti, Artemide
Located in Paris, FR
A pair of orange ABS armchairs. Each with a bent back on four feet. Manufactured by Artemide. Marked underneath: “ SPA Artemide Milano, Vicario, Vico Magi...
Plastic
Vico Magistretti Lounge Chairs for Artemide
By Artemide, Vico Magistretti
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Designer: Vico Magistretti Manufacturer: Artemide Period and Model: Mid-Century Modern Specs: Plastic Condition These Vico Magistretti lounge chairs for Artemide are in ex...
Plastic
Vico Magistretti Lounge Chairs for Artemide
By Artemide, Vico Magistretti
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Designer: Vico Magistretti. Manufacturer: Artemide. Period and model: Mid-Century Modern. Specs: Plastic. Condition: These Vico Magistretti lounge chairs for Artemide are...
Plastic