Bruno Munari

Italian, 1907-1998

In his prolific career, Bruno Munari was known for various contributions to art, industrial design, film, architecture, art theory, and technology. Munari’s principles and beliefs were built upon his early involvement in the Futurist movement, which he joined at the age of 19 using the pseudonym “Bum.” During the 1930s, Munari began to move towards Constructivism, particularly with his kinetic sculptures, Useless Machines (begun 1933), meant to transform or complicate their surrounding environments. Throughout his career, Munari was captivated by both a sense of whimsy and the manipulation of artificial light. After World War II, Munari also developed radical innovation in graphics, typography, and book publishing, through the latter creating pieces he would call Useless Books.

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$2,772

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Italian Model Falkland Pendant Lamp by Bruno Munari for Danese Milano, 1960s

$587

H 24.02 in Dm 15.75 in

Italian Model Falkland Pendant Lamp by Bruno Munari for Danese Milano, 1960s

By Bruno Munari

Located in Hamburg, DE

A design classic from the Italian manufacturer Danese Milano based on a design by Bruno Munari from the 1960s. The most striking element of this lamp is the textile shade. The stret...

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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bruno Munari

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Metal

Rare Edition 'Bali' Pendants by Bruno Munari for Danese Milano

$6,500 / item

H 32 in W 12 in D 12 in

Rare Edition 'Bali' Pendants by Bruno Munari for Danese Milano

By Danese Milano, Bruno Munari

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Rare Edition 'Bali' Pendants by Bruno Munari for Danese Milano (IT, c. 1950s) Twill fabric exterior shade with a parchment interior backing. Two yellow-green and one red-orange. Eac...

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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bruno Munari

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Brass

Iconic Bali Table Lamp by Bruno Munari for Danese Milano 1958

$5,032

H 16.15 in W 11.82 in D 11.82 in

Iconic Bali Table Lamp by Bruno Munari for Danese Milano 1958

By Bruno Munari

Located in Weesp, NL

Introducing a rare opportunity to own an iconic piece of mid-century Italian design: the “Bali” table lamp, designed by Bruno Munari for Danese Milano in 1958. This exquisite lamp is...

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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bruno Munari

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Fabric, Resin, Plywood

Rexite Abitacolo (“Casetta”) – Multifunctional Bed, Accessorized Composition

$4,290 / item

H 81.11 in W 76.38 in D 32.68 in

Rexite Abitacolo (“Casetta”) – Multifunctional Bed, Accessorized Composition

By Rexite, Bruno Munari

Located in Alcamo, IT

Model: Abitacolo (“Casetta”) – Multifunctional Bed, Accessorized Composition Design: Bruno Munari The iconic “habitable module for kids,” designed by Bruno Munari in 1971 and awarde...

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2010s Italian Bruno Munari

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Steel

Set of Two "Ponza" Floor Ashtrays by Bruno Munari for Danese, Italy, 1950s

$1,515 / set

H 22.05 in W 3.15 in D 3.15 in

Set of Two "Ponza" Floor Ashtrays by Bruno Munari for Danese, Italy, 1950s

By Danese Milano, Bruno Munari

Located in Milan, IT

Set of two "Ponza" floor ashtrays by Bruno Munari for Danese. Aluminum body with removable inside part.

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1950s Italian Vintage Bruno Munari

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Aluminum

1960 Campari Centenario Original Vintage Poster

$1,151

H 55.1 in W 39.4 in D 0.1 in

1960 Campari Centenario Original Vintage Poster

By Bruno Munari

Located in Winchester, GB

Iconic Italian liqueur brand Campari collaborated with many artists throughout the 20th century, creating wonderful and timeless artworks. Campari was formed in 1860 by Gaspare Campa...

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1960s Italian Vintage Bruno Munari

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Paper

1967 Bruno Munari Alfa Romeo Italian Design Sculpture Table Lamp

$3,907

H 20.48 in Dm 17.72 in

1967 Bruno Munari Alfa Romeo Italian Design Sculpture Table Lamp

By Bruno Munari

Located in Brescia, IT

Alfa Romeo Table Lamp Design Bruno Munari Italy, 1967 White Perspex Shade Crome Metal Frame Sculpture Metal Base "Munari" signed on the base "Alfa Romeo. A Italo Cantera 1967" engr...

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bruno Munari

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Metal

1950s Bruno Munari, Danese Italian Design Mid-Century Modern "Ponza" Floor Asht

$2,013 / set

H 22.05 in W 3.15 in D 3.15 in

1950s Bruno Munari, Danese Italian Design Mid-Century Modern "Ponza" Floor Asht

By Danese Milano, Bruno Munari

Located in Brescia, IT

Anodized aluminum Excellent condition.

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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bruno Munari

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Aluminum

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2026	$4,112	Table Lamps	Plastic, Wood	1958
2025	$1,500	Chandeliers and Pendants	Metal, Textile	1990s
2025	$500	Abstract Prints	Screen Print	1991
2025	$4,269	Chandeliers and Pendants	Brass, Acrylic	1960
2025	$774	Chandeliers and Pendants	Metal, Aluminum, Fabric	1970s
2025	$6,877	Table Lamps	Fabric, Resin, Wood	1958
2025	$452	Abstract Prints	Screen Print	1991

$2,772

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Bruno Munari furniture are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of metal and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Bruno Munari furniture, although gray editions of this piece are particularly popular. We have 23 vintage editions of these items in-stock, while there is 25 modern edition to choose from as well. Many of the original furniture by Bruno Munari were created in the modern style in europe during the 21st century and contemporary. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider furniture by LatoXLato, Ilaria Bianchi, and Paolo Giordano. Prices for Bruno Munari furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $75 and can go as high as $24,500, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $578.

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1stDibs ExpertJanuary 10, 2025
Bruno Munari is famous for his work as an artist and designer. In his prolific career, he was known for various contributions to art, industrial design, film, architecture, art theory and technology. Munari’s principles and beliefs were built upon his early involvement in the Futurist movement, which he joined at the age of 19 using the pseudonym “Bum.” During the 1930s, Munari began to move towards Constructivism, particularly with his kinetic sculptures, called Useless Machines (begun 1933), meant to transform or complicate their surrounding environments. Shop a range of Bruno Munari art on 1stDibs.