Vintage Azucena furniture is elegant and inviting — the esteemed mid-century Milanese manufacturer’s wall lights, armchairs and side tables, which are marked by simple symmetry and thoughtfully contrasting materials, can likely be found in the living rooms of design lovers all over Italy.
Azucena was founded in 1947 by three leading figures of 20th-century Italian architecture: Luigi Caccia Dominioni, Ignazio Gardella and Corrado Corradi Dell’Acqua. The trio initially established Azucena in order to furnish the interiors of buildings they’d designed but found a robust business opportunity in manufacturing individual pieces from those collections for postwar consumers. And as the company founders borrowed the brand name from a conniving character in the Giuseppe Verd opera Il Trovatore, it is appropriate, then, that the furniture for which Azucena is known is practical but exudes a hint of playfulness.
The best of Italian modernism combines cheekiness and bold functionality with provocative and thoughtful design, and Azucena is deeply rooted in that tradition. While its brass-and-walnut mid-century-modern-era dining tables and stackable coffee tables — created by the likes of Dell’Acqua and Vico Magistretti — are exceptionally unobtrusive in small spaces and framed in clean lines, Dominioni designed chunky, enveloping armchairs during the 1970s upholstered in striking red fabric.
Among Azucena's most successful and iconic designs is also Dominioni's most famous piece of furniture: the minimalist Catalina chair. After it debuted at the Milan Triennial in 1957, the Catalina chair, with its generously curving enameled steel frame and plush leather cushion, became an instant sensation. Dominioni’s other enduring designs for Azucena include the Monachella lamp, the ABCD armchair and the versatile Cilindro ottoman.
Italian furniture manufacturer B&B Italia acquired Azucena in 2018 and has reissued a number of designs from the legendary brand’s portfolio, such as the Imbuto lamp, the Catalina armchair and the Cavalletto table.
On 1stDibs, find vintage Azucena lighting, tables, seating and more.
Luigi Caccia Dominioni for Azucena 'Toro' Sofa in Dark Forest Green Upholstery
By Azucena, Luigi Caccia Dominioni
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Luigi Caccia Dominioni for Azucena, 'Toro' sofa, model ‘P20B', fabric, metal, Italy, 1979 This sofa model 'P20B Toro' is designed by Luigi Caccio Dominioni in Milan and produced by ...
Metal
Luigi Caccia Dominioni for Azucena Large LSP12 flush mount lights, Italy
By Azucena, Luigi Caccia Dominioni
Located in Long Island City, NY
Luigi Caccia Dominioni for Azucena wall flush mount light. Model LSP12. Designed and manufactured in Italy, 1970s Rare and impressive. Glass, chrome plated metal and patinated brass....
Brass, Chrome
Luigi Caccia Dominioni for Azucena Large flush mount lights, Italy circa 1960s
By Luigi Caccia Dominioni, Azucena
Located in Long Island City, NY
Luigi Caccia Dominioni for Azucena flush mount light. Designed and manufactured in Italy, 1970s Rare and impressive. Glass, chrome plated metal and patinated brass. Two medium base s...
Brass, Chrome
Armchair Luigi Caccia Dominioni 1973 Modell TORO
By Azucena, Luigi Caccia Dominioni
Located in Berlin, DE
This exceptional, unique armchair made of faux fur was designed by Milanese architect and designer Luigi Caccia Dominioni (1913-2016). He designed the Armchair Toro in 1973 for Azuce...
Faux Fur
1970s Nickel & Opaline Glass Ceiling Lamp Attributed to Luigi Caccia Dominioni
By Azucena, Luigi Caccia Dominioni
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1970s Nickel and Opaline Glass Wall or Ceiling Lamp Attributed to Luigi Caccia Dominioni for Azucena A beautifully sculptural ceiling flush mount lamp of generous scale executed in ...
Metal, Nickel
Set of 2 Porcino table lamps Luigi Caccia Dominioni for Azucena 1970 steel glass
By Luigi Caccia Dominioni, Azucena
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Porcino lamps, designed by Luigi Caccia Dominioni for Azucena in 1970, are one of the most iconic creations of Italian design. These table lamps get their name from their mushroom-li...
Steel
$13,743Sale Price|20% Off
Ignazio Gardella Arenzano Floor Lamp in Brass and Opaline Glass by Azucena 1970s
By Azucena, Ignazio Gardella
Located in Cascina, Pisa
Arenzano floor lamp with a brass stem, a round-shaped base in black marble, and three lampshades in opaline glass. This lamp has an elegant structure in tubular brass, curved and...
Marble, Brass
Vintage Table by Ignazio Gardella, Wood & Brass, Italy, 1970s Design
By Azucena, Ignazio Gardella
Located in Roma, IT
Vintage Table is an original design item realized in the 1970s by Ignazio Gardella. This table was furniture designed by Ignazio Gardella and manufactured by Azucena. Wooden to...
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Stools by Azucena, Enameled Metal, Italy, 1970s
By Azucena
Located in Milano, IT
Pair of enameled metal stools designed by Luigi Caccia Dominioni in the 1960s to welcome visitors to the Pinacoteca Ambrosiana
Metal
Sofa 'Nonaro' AzucenaDesign by Luigi Caccia Dominioni 1970s-80s
By Luigi Caccia Dominioni, Azucena
Located in Milano, IT
Two-seater enameled metal sofa designed by Luigi Caccia Dominioni in the 1960s to welcome visitors to the Pinacoteca Ambrosiana. Proposed with freshly made fabric cushions in shades ...
Metal
Glass Sconce by Caccia Dominioni for Azucena, Italy, 1970s
By Luigi Caccia Dominioni, Azucena
Located in Milan, IT
Azucena glass and chrome sconce by Luigi Caccia Dominioni.
Metal
Italian LP 11 Pallone Sconces by Luigi Caccia Dominioni for Azucena, 1970s
By Azucena, Luigi Caccia Dominioni
Located in Renens, CH
Set of two impressive adjustable LP11 “Pallone” sconces by Luigi Caccia Dominioni for Azucena originally designed in the late 1950s. The lamps rotate and are height adjustable. Bras...
Metal
Italian modern cart T6 transparent glass tops Luigi Caccia Domini Azucena, 1970s
By Azucena, Luigi Caccia Dominioni
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern cart T6 transparent glass tops Luigi Caccia Domini Azucena, 1970s Cart mod. T6 with round base. It has two round transparent glass tops, with three chromed metal rod s...
Metal
Luigi Caccia Dominioni - “MB3” Dresser - Italy - 1970
By Luigi Caccia Dominioni, Azucena
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Elegant “MB3” dresser designed by Luigi Caccia Dominioni and produced by Azucena in Italy during the 1970s. Characteristic of Caccia Dominioni’s sophisticated design language, the pi...
Steel
Luigi Caccia Dominioni for Azucena Lp13 Boccia Sconces, a pair
By Azucena, Luigi Caccia Dominioni
Located in Long Island City, NY
Luigi Caccia Dominioni for Azucena sconces. Model LP13 Boccia. Designed in Italy in 1960s. Manufactured in 1970s. Murano glass, patinated aluminum glass holder, brass. Complimentary ...
Aluminum, Steel
$4,008
Azucena, Desk, 1970s
By Azucena
Located in Rivoli, IT
The desk designed by Azucena is a prototype that was never put on the market. It features a sturdy metal frame, wood accents, and a Skai tabletop. It was built in the 1970s. It comes...
Metal
Luigi Caccia Dominioni, Large planter (one piece), prod. Azucena, 1970s
By Luigi Caccia Dominioni, Azucena
Located in Rivoli, IT
Very rare planter, probably one of a kind, designed by Luigi Caccia Dominioni and produced by Azucena in the 1970s Prototype, coming directly from the Azucena factory Ideal to place ...
Metal, Steel
$1,030Sale Price|28% Off
Luigi Caccia's Boccia Chromed Wood Glass Ceiling Lamp, Italy, 1969
By Luigi Caccia Dominioni, Azucena
Located in Madrid, ES
Italian ceiling lamp with chromed steel structure, wooden details and hand-crafted drop textured glass shade. Designed by Luigi Caccia and edited by Azucena.
Chrome
Luigi Caccia Dominioni for Azucena Ceiling Light Tommy Model LSp6, Italy
By Luigi Caccia Dominioni, Azucena
Located in Long Island City, NY
Luigi Caccia Dominioni for Azucena ceiling or wall flush mount light "Tommy". Model LSp6. Brass, glass. Two medium base sockets. Complimentary US rewiring upon request. Price is for ...
Brass
$744
H 5.12 in Dm 13.19 in
LSP6 Tommy burnished brass & Glass Wall Lamp by L. Caccia Dominioni for Azucena
By Azucena, Luigi Caccia Dominioni
Located in Varese, Lombardia
This flush/wall lamp is made from a burnished brass and sandblasted glass shade. It was designed by Luigi Caccia Dominioni in 1965 for Azucena. This item belongs to the 1960s product...
Metal, Brass
$2,000
H 6.3 in Dm 16.92 in
Luigi Caccia Dominioni Flush Mounts Brass Glass Light Lsp6 Tommy Lamps Azucena
By Luigi Caccia Dominioni, Azucena
Located in Vienna, AT
Luigi Caccia Dominioni Flush Mounts For Azucena, circa 1960 midcentury 1x piece available in identical golden brass patina and glass domes. Glass, Brass Dimensions: 16.92" x 6.3 Ear...
Aluminum, Brass
Luigi Caccia Dominioni "Porcino" Table Lamp for Azucena, 1966
By Azucena, Luigi Caccia Dominioni
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Luigi Caccia Dominioni "Porcino" table lamp for Azucena, glass and steel, Italy, 1966. The Luigi Caccia Dominioni "Porcino" Table Lamp, designed in 1966 for Azucena, takes its name from the valuable "porcino" mushroom, reflecting the lamp's distinctive rounded shape. Its cylindrical chrome-plated brass base and socket support a spherical frosted glass diffuser with an opening at the base, recalling the mushroom's cap. The frosted glass softens the light for a gentle glow, while the smooth, unworked band at the base enhances its sculptural presence. This design plays with light and shadow, highlighting the lamp's architectural precision. The Porcino lamp...
Glass
$12,277Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 27.56 in W 22.84 in D 18.51 in
Luigi Caccia Dominioni Set of Six Catilina Chairs in Steel and Fabric Azucena
By Luigi Caccia Dominioni, Azucena
Located in Cascina, Pisa
Set of six Catilina chairs with frame in painted steel, seat top in multi-layered wood, and upholstery-shaped polyurethane cushions covered with red fabric. This iconic seat was designed by Luigi Caccia Dominioni, and produced by Azucena since 1958. Luigi Caccia Dominioni firstly presents this seat at the XI Triennale in Milan in 1957 and from this moment Catilina became one of Luigi Caccia Dominioni’s classics. Caccia Dominioni created a new chair and also defined how to sit in it. Catilina is not designed for relaxation and letting go but for thoughtfulness and elegance. You could almost be transported back to ancient Rome ensconced in the seat of the Roman senator, Lucio Sergio Catilina, after whom the chair is named. In turn, the chair harks back to medieval thrones...
Steel
Luigi Caccia Dominioni Sofa, circa 1960, Italy
By Luigi Caccia Dominioni
Located in Brussels, BE
Rare Luigi Caccia Dominioni sofa, L4 "Chesa Laria" model, Azucena Edition circa 1960, Italy.` Model created in 1959, small production. Sculptural walnut wo...
Metal
$2,900 / item
H 33 in Dm 9 in
Luigi Caccia Dominioni Ceiling Pendant in opaline glass and brass, attributed
By Luigi Caccia Dominioni
Located in Long Island City, NY
Luigi Caccia Dominioni ceiling pendant, attributed Italy, 1950s. Opaline glass, brass. Takes 1 medium base bulb. Complimentary US rewiring upon request. Overall height adjustable. Ca...
Brass
$7,512Sale Price|20% Off
H 37.41 in W 80.71 in D 33.86 in
Luigi Caccia Dominioni Daybed, "Chesa Laria" sofa, Azucena, Italy 50s
By Azucena, Luigi Caccia Dominioni
Located in Argelato, BO
Luigi CACCIA DOMINIONI 1913-2016 Daybed mod. L4 called "Chesa Laria" - circa 1959 Walnut structure upholstered in white fabric Azucena Edition Bibliography: Adalberto Dal Lago, Arre...
Metal
1960s Luigi Caccia Dominioni LSP6 'Tommy' Wall or Ceiling Light for Azucena
By Azucena, Luigi Caccia Dominioni
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1960s Luigi Caccia Dominioni LSP6 'Tommy' Wall or Ceiling Light for Azucena A beautifully sculptural ceiling lamp of generous scale executed in architectural brass and opaline glass...
Brass
$9,602
H 28.75 in W 86.62 in D 34.65 in
Luigi Caccia Dominioni Fasce Cromate Sofa, Model P11, Azucena, Italy, 1960s
By Azucena, Luigi Caccia Dominioni
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
An original Luigi Caccia Dominioni Fasce Cromate (or Chromate) Sofa, model P11, manufactured by Azucena in Italy, in the 1960s. Chrome-plated steel, ne...
Chrome
Luigi Caccia Dominioni LS2 Pendant Lamp for Azucena, Italy, 1952
By Azucena, Luigi Caccia Dominioni
Located in Milan, IT
Luigi Caccia Dominioni LS2 pendant lamp for Azucena, Italy, 1952.
Nickel
$5,497 / set
H 7.88 in W 22.45 in D 4.34 in
Luigi Caccia Dominioni LP15 'Tromba' Wall Lamps for Azucena, Italy, 1964
By Azucena, Luigi Caccia Dominioni
Located in Argelato, BO
Two LP15 Tromba Sconces by Luigi Caccia Dominioni for Azucena. Designed and manufactured in Italy, circa 1964. Arms and shade of light articulate to various positions. Interior of ...
Brass
Luigi Caccia Dominioni LP11 / Pallone Wall Lamp, Azucena, Italy, 1950s
By Luigi Caccia Dominioni, Azucena
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
An elegant early, original Luigi Caccia Dominioni LP11 / Pallone Wall Lamp, made by Azucena, Italy, in the 1950s. Brass frame and opaline glass shade. It is possible to adjust the ...
Brass
$11,452Sale Price|20% Off
H 26.78 in W 84.26 in D 31.5 in
Vintage Fuchsia Sofa by Luigi Caccia Dominioni for Azucena
By Azucena, Luigi Caccia Dominioni
Located in Milano, IT
Gorgeous fabric sofa designed by Luigi Caccia Dominioni for the fine manufacturer Azucena Italia. The vintage sofa is made of brown, fuchsia and purple striped fabric, which creates a very colorful geometric effect. The lines are very hard and geometric, wonderfully eccentric. The frame is made of anodized aluminum, shiny silver, which connects to the spectacularly beautiful square, hollowed out feet. The cushions also act as square armrests, very colorful. The sofa comes from the Rome home of Luigi Caccia Dominioni. The colored sofa are ideal for furnishing eccentric and colorful living rooms.
Metal
$4,500 / item
H 5.88 in Dm 16.75 in
LSp6 Tommy Wall/Ceiling Lights by Luigi Caccia Dominioni for Azucena
By Azucena, Luigi Caccia Dominioni
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Ten LSp6 "Tommy" wall/ceiling lights by Luigi Caccia Dominioni for Azucena. Designed and manufactured in Italy, circa 1960's. Brass, glass. Wired for U.S. standards. We recommend two...
Brass
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H 28.35 in W 26.78 in D 22.84 in
Luigi Caccia Dominioni for Azucena Set of Four 'P22 Studio' Armchairs
By Luigi Caccia Dominioni, Azucena
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Luigi Caccia Dominioni for Azucena, set of four armchairs model 'P22 Studio', fabric, lacquered wood, Italy, 1975 These rare and wonderfully constructed chairs...
Fabric, Wood
Luigi Caccia Dominioni "P22" Armchairs for Azucena, Italy 1975
By Luigi Caccia Dominioni, Azucena
Located in Rotterdam, ZH
Pair of model “P22” armchairs by Luigi Caccia Dominioni for Azucena, Italy 1975. Elegant and sculptural pair of armchairs, showing voluminous cylindrical and arched forms, defining ...
Mohair, Wood
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H 33.08 in W 79.34 in D 34.26 in
Daybed L8 San Martino by Luigi Caccia Dominioni Production Azucena 1970s
By Azucena, Luigi Caccia Dominioni
Located in Milano, IT
Daybed with wheels on back legs, walnut wood, plywood, metal mesh, foam cushions with fabric cover.
Metal
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H 7.88 in W 24.02 in D 279.53 in
Luigi Caccia Dominioni for Azucena Reading Lamp Mod. "LP01," Italy 1970s
By Luigi Caccia Dominioni, Azucena
Located in Naples, IT
Armchair reading lamp Mod. Lp01 designed by Luigi Caccia Dominioni for the Italian firm Azucena in the 1970s. The base of the lamp is brown stitched leather, the small swivel hemisph...
Brass
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H 27.56 in W 22.05 in D 18.51 in
Luigi Caccia Dominioni for Azucena Sedia "Catilina," Italy 1970s
By Luigi Caccia Dominioni, Azucena
Located in Naples, IT
Chair Mod. Catilina with painted steel frame, black lacquered plywood seat and polyurethane cushion covered in green fabric. This iconic seat was designed by Luigi Caccia Dominioni i...
Metal
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H 39.97 in W 16.93 in D 19.49 in
Group of twelve 'Nonaro' Chairs by Luigi Caccia Dominioni for Azucena 1970s-80s
By Azucena
Located in Milano, IT
Important group of twelve enameled metal folding chairs model 'Nonaro' including two head chairs with arms. Designed in the 1960s by Luigi Caccia Dominioni to welcome visitors to the...
Metal
Two 'Nonaro' Stools Azucena 70s-80s
By Azucena
Located in Milano, IT
Pair of enameled metal stools designed by Luigi Caccia Dominioni in the 1960s to welcome visitors to the Pinacoteca Ambrosiana
Metal
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H 7.88 in W 24.02 in D 279.53 in
Luigi Caccia Dominioni for Azucena Reading Lamp Mod. "LP01," Italy 1970s
By Luigi Caccia Dominioni, Azucena
Located in Naples, IT
Armchair reading lamp Mod. Lp01 designed by Luigi Caccia Dominioni for the Italian firm Azucena in the 1970s. The base of the lamp is brown stitched leather, the small swivel hemisph...
Brass
Luigi Caccia Dominioni SCR7 desk Azucena Italy 1979
By Azucena, Luigi Caccia Dominioni
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
This rare SCR7 writing desk, designed by Luigi Caccia Dominioni and manufactured by Azucena in 1979, is an exceptional example of mid-century Italian design. Its striking form and th...
Chrome
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H 27.56 in W 22.05 in D 18.51 in
Luigi Caccia Dominioni for Azucena Catilina" chairs, Italy 1970s
By Azucena, Luigi Caccia Dominioni
Located in Naples, IT
Catilina chair with painted steel frame, plywood seat top and polyurethane cushions upholstered and covered in green Claudio Valtorta leather. This iconic seat was designed by Luigi ...
Steel
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H 28.35 in W 47.25 in D 47.25 in
"Alzabile" Table by Luigi Caccia Dominioni for Azucena, Italy, 1970s
By Azucena, Luigi Caccia Dominioni
Located in Milan, IT
"Alzabile" squared table by Luigi Caccia Dominioni for Azucena. Convertible table composed by two overlapping blocks. A simple lift and rotation allow to modify the height from cms 4...
Wood
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H 37.01 in W 22.05 in D 18.51 in
Luigi Caccia Dominioni for Azucena "Catilina" stools, Italy 1970s
By Luigi Caccia Dominioni, Azucena
Located in Naples, IT
Four Catilina stools with painted steel frame, plywood seat top and polyurethane cushions upholstered and covered in green Claudio Valtorta leather. This iconic seat was designed by ...
Steel
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H 8.27 in W 3.94 in D 24.02 in
LP01 by Luigi Caccia Dominioni for Azucena 1970s Armchair Brass Lamp
By Luigi Caccia Dominioni, Azucena
Located in Brescia, IT
LP01 Armchair Lamp Luigi Caccia Dominioni Azucena, 1979 Brass and brown leather First edition. "Azucena" stamped on the brass Leather in excellent condiction. Perfect working ord...
Metal
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H 28.35 in W 26.78 in D 22.84 in
Luigi Caccia Dominioni for Azucena 'P22 Studio' Chocolate Swivel chair
By Luigi Caccia Dominioni, Azucena
Located in Milan, IT
Luigi Caccia Dominioni for Azucena 'P22 Studio' Swivel chair
Upholstery, Wood
Luigi Caccia Dominioni Desk, for Azucena, Italy 1979
By Azucena, Luigi Caccia Dominioni
Located in Chicago, IL
Luigi Caccia Dominioni Desk, for Azucena, Italy 1979 model SCR7 Features: Architectural design with upper and lower surfaces, cross steel support beam with Two Drawers with lacquered...
Steel