Bruno Munari Decorative Objects

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.

Creator: Bruno Munari

Vintage Bruno Munari Silver-Plate Sculptural Vase with Glass Insert Italian 1973

$1,200

Vintage Bruno Munari Silver-Plate Sculptural Vase with Glass Insert Italian 1973

By Bruno Munari

Located in North Miami, FL

This undulating sculptural vintage silver-plate vase signed B.Munari on the bottom 1973 is both sculptural and utilitarian. It is Italian by Bruno Munari made for Danese and a lovely vase and or desk accessory and will have so many other applications. it can also be used as a candle holder without the glass insert. The small glass vessel is short and will hold a few roses, a few orchids or a few gardenias or your favorite flower. It is 4" height x 2" diameter. Please note this is not the re-issue and is totally vintage...

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1970s Italian Modern Vintage Bruno Munari Decorative Objects

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Silver Plate

20th Century, Bruno Munari for Danese Photo Frame Moirè

$4,497

20th Century, Bruno Munari for Danese Photo Frame Moirè

By Danese Milano, Bruno Munari

Located in Turin, Turin

The Italian firm Danese stands as one of the most influential companies in the history of design. Danese's success can largely be attributed to the philosophies and creations of Enzo...

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bruno Munari Decorative Objects

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Acrylic

Bruno Munari early Galapagos picture frame for Danese, Italy 1961

$946

Bruno Munari early Galapagos picture frame for Danese, Italy 1961

By Danese Milano, Bruno Munari

Located in Milan, IT

Bruno Munari early Galapagos picture frame for Danese, Italy 1961

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bruno Munari Decorative Objects

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Steel

Bruno Munari Stamp Set Danese New old stock

$850

Bruno Munari Stamp Set Danese New old stock

By Bruno Munari

Located in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo

Bruno Munari's stamp set for Danese. New old stock in mint condition. English text model.

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bruno Munari Decorative Objects

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Wood

"Flexy" Steel Sculpture by Bruno Munari for Danese, Italy, 1960s

$1,751

"Flexy" Steel Sculpture by Bruno Munari for Danese, Italy, 1960s

By Bruno Munari, Danese Milano

Located in Milan, IT

Fabulous "Flexy" sculpture by Bruno Munari for Danese. Flexible object, built with six stainless steel wires, to draw in the space immediately...

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1960s Italian Vintage Bruno Munari Decorative Objects

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Steel

Steel Cinetic Object "Tetracono SM" by Bruno Munari for Danese Milano

$16,500

Steel Cinetic Object "Tetracono SM" by Bruno Munari for Danese Milano

By Bruno Munari

Located in Montreal, QC

Steel and aluminium Cinetic Object "Tetracono SM" by Bruno Munari for Danese Milano Paper manufacturer's label to underside ‘Bruno Mari 1965 Tetracono S.M. ...

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1960s Italian Modern Vintage Bruno Munari Decorative Objects

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Steel

Bruno Munari Rosewood Mail Stamps Set for Danese Milano, Italy, 1960s

$1,100 / set

Bruno Munari Rosewood Mail Stamps Set for Danese Milano, Italy, 1960s

By Danese Milano, Bruno Munari

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Set of five rosewood and rubber mail stamps by Bruno Munari for Danese, Italy, c.1960s. Bruno Munari was an Italian graphic artist and industrial designer ...

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bruno Munari Decorative Objects

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Rubber, Rosewood

20th Century Art Deco Solid Silver Large Photo Frame, Birmingham, c.1950

$2,043

H 15.16 in W 12.21 in D 0.79 in

20th Century Art Deco Solid Silver Large Photo Frame, Birmingham, c.1950

By Sanders & Mackenzie

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

20th Century Art Deco silver & engine turned photograph frame, with stylised corners, mounted on an ebonised easel support and set with glass. Hallmarked English silver, Birmingham,...

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20th Century British Art Deco Bruno Munari Decorative Objects

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Silver

20th Century Wood French Frame, 1970

$2,130

H 36.62 in W 42.13 in D 2.37 in

20th Century Wood French Frame, 1970

Located in Vicoforte, Piedmont

French frame from the second half of the 20th century. Guillauché furniture in carved and ebonized wood, of beautiful lines and a pleasing décor. The frame can hold a painting or mir...

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1970s French Vintage Bruno Munari Decorative Objects

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Wood

Italian Snakeskin Picture Frame, circa 1970s

$625

H 9.38 in W 7.13 in D 0.63 in

Italian Snakeskin Picture Frame, circa 1970s

Located in New York, NY

A '70s Modern Italian red burgundy suede and snakeskin picture frame, circa 1970s, Italy. Frame can sit in two positions: vertical (as shown) o...

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Late 20th Century Italian Modern Bruno Munari Decorative Objects

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Animal Skin, Suede, Glass

Tiffany Studios New York Zodiac Bronze Doré Stamp Box

$1,095

H 1 in W 3.75 in D 2 in

Tiffany Studios New York Zodiac Bronze Doré Stamp Box

By Tiffany Studios

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous antique Arts & Crafts or Art Deco period gilt bronze "Zodiac" pattern stamp box, desk box, decorative box, or jewelry box By Tiffany Studios (signed to the underside) Ne...

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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Bruno Munari Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Midcentury Horse Sculpture Glazed Ceramic by Aldo Londi for Bitossi, Italy 1960s

$2,008

H 12.21 in W 12.21 in D 5.12 in

Midcentury Horse Sculpture Glazed Ceramic by Aldo Londi for Bitossi, Italy 1960s

By Bitossi, Aldo Londi

Located in Rome, IT

Midcentury beautiful horse sculpture in glazed ceramic by Aldo Londi for Bitossi. Made in Italy in the 1960s.

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bruno Munari Decorative Objects

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Ceramic

Vintage Large Sterling Silver Photo Frame London 20th C 30 x 24cm

$512

H 11.82 in W 9.45 in D 0.79 in

Vintage Large Sterling Silver Photo Frame London 20th C 30 x 24cm

Located in London, GB

A truly superb large decorative Elizabeth II sterling silver photo frame with hallmarks for London 1990. The rectangular frame features a beaded border and can be used portrait or l...

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1990s Bruno Munari Decorative Objects

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Silver

Vintage Pair Sterling Silver Photo Frame RBB Sheffield 20th Century

$580 / set

H 7.49 in W 5.91 in D 0.79 in

Vintage Pair Sterling Silver Photo Frame RBB Sheffield 20th Century

Located in London, GB

A superb decorative pair of sterling silver photo frames with makers mark RBB and hallmarks for Sheffield 1989/ 1990. Beautiful portrait shaped rectangular frames each feature a be...

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Late 20th Century English Bruno Munari Decorative Objects

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Sterling Silver

30 Pasifila Glass Vase, by Ettore Sottsass for Memphis Milano

$9,050 / item

H 18.51 in Dm 5.91 in

30 Pasifila Glass Vase, by Ettore Sottsass for Memphis Milano

By Memphis Milano, Ettore Sottsass, Memphis Group

Located in La Morra, Cuneo

The Pasifil Glass Vase was originally designed by Ettore Sottsass in 1986 for Memphis. It's part of the “Vetri Glass” collection, made in blown Murano glass. Signed on the base, for ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Bruno Munari Decorative Objects

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Glass

Abstract Head Sculpture by Pietro Cenedella, Italy, 1960s

$2,165

H 13.78 in W 10.24 in D 5.91 in

Abstract Head Sculpture by Pietro Cenedella, Italy, 1960s

Located in Brescia, Brescia

An extraordinary marble sculpture by Italian artist Pietro Cenedella, an abstract head-like form balancing between figuration and pure gesture. The piece is entirely carved from Carr...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bruno Munari Decorative Objects

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Marble, Carrara Marble

1940's New Old Stock Vintage Coffee Bags - Pack Of Ten

$24 / set

H 10.63 in W 4.53 in D 0.4 in

1940's New Old Stock Vintage Coffee Bags - Pack Of Ten

Located in Hook, Hampshire

1940's New Old Stock Vintage Coffee Bags - Pack Of Ten. We sourced these from the US. Extraordinary original 1940's new old stock, never used, incredible graphics. Listing is for a p...

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1940s European Vintage Bruno Munari Decorative Objects

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Paper

Italian Modern Fontana Arte Attributed Picture Frame

$4,200

H 12 in W 9.5 in D 0.75 in

Italian Modern Fontana Arte Attributed Picture Frame

By Pietro Chiesa, Fontana Arte, Max Ingrand

Located in Houston, TX

Italian Modern Fontana Arte Attributed Picture Frame Offered is an unusual early mid-century Italian glass and brass frame attributed to Fontana Arte. This timeless design, executed...

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1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bruno Munari Decorative Objects

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Brass

Seguso Italian Murano Art Glass Vase

$2,200

H 5.88 in Dm 4.88 in

Seguso Italian Murano Art Glass Vase

By Seguso Viro, Seguso

Located in New York, NY

A beautiful and colorful Italian Seguso Viro Murano art glass vase, Italy, circa 1990s, late-20th century. Maker's mark on bottom/underside as shown...

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Late 20th Century Italian Modern Bruno Munari Decorative Objects

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Murano Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass

Previously Available Items

Ice box model TMT designed by Bruno Munari for Zani & Zani

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H 1.97 in Dm 7.49 in

Ice box model TMT designed by Bruno Munari for Zani & Zani

By Bruno Munari, Zani & Zani 1

Located in Piacenza, Italy

Ice box model TMT designed by Bruno Munari in 1955. Original aluminium structure, 1980 edition for Zani&Zani. Winner of the Compasso d'Oro in 1955 for its formal purity derived fro...

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1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bruno Munari Decorative Objects

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Aluminum

Italian Midcentury Aluminum Table Ice Bucket Mod. 510 by Munari for Tre A, 1955

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H 8.47 in Dm 7.49 in

Italian Midcentury Aluminum Table Ice Bucket Mod. 510 by Munari for Tre A, 1955

By Bruno Munari

Located in MIlano, IT

Italian midcentury aluminum table ice bucket Mod. 510 by Munari for Tre A, 1955 Electric blue anodized aluminum table ice bucket Mod. 510, win...

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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bruno Munari Decorative Objects

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Aluminum

Large Maldive Centerpiece Bowl by Bruno Munari for Danese Milano, circa 1960

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H 2.37 in W 7.29 in D 7.29 in

Large Maldive Centerpiece Bowl by Bruno Munari for Danese Milano, circa 1960

By Danese Milano, Bruno Munari

Located in Labrit, Landes

A centerpiece by Italian artist Bruno Munari Manufactured by Danese Milano in 1960 and no longer in production This piece was issued in different sizes; this is the middle-large ve...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bruno Munari Decorative Objects

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Silver

Bruno Munari, Model Sculpture Flexi, Danese Editions, Milano, Italy

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H 18.9 in W 18.9 in D 0.4 in

Bruno Munari, Model Sculpture Flexi, Danese Editions, Milano, Italy

By Bruno Munari

Located in Milan, Italy

Model sculpture flexi in metal and paper designed by Bruno Munari in 1968. Second edition. Limited edition of a 1000 pieces. Produced by Danese Editions, Milano. Biography Bruno...

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1960s Italian Modern Vintage Bruno Munari Decorative Objects

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Metal

Bruno Munari Model Sculpture Tempo Libero Collection Fossili 2000 Italy

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H 9.85 in W 7.49 in D 0.79 in

Bruno Munari Model Sculpture Tempo Libero Collection Fossili 2000 Italy

By Bruno Munari

Located in Milan, Italy

Model sculpture Tempo Libero in plexiglass with gears and clock parts inside designed by Bruno Munari in 1995, Italy. Unique Piece. Signed. Bibliography Ingannare il Tempo. Bruon...

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1990s Italian Modern Bruno Munari Decorative Objects

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Plexiglass

Bruno Munari, Model Sculpture Continua, Imago Editions, Italy

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H 24.02 in W 15.75 in D 3.94 in

Bruno Munari, Model Sculpture Continua, Imago Editions, Italy

By Bruno Munari

Located in Milan, Italy

Model sculpture Continua in metal designed by Bruno Munari and produced by Imago in 1975, Italy. Limited editions of 150 pieces. Number 2. Signed...

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1970s Italian Modern Vintage Bruno Munari Decorative Objects

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Metal

"Spiffero" Screen Sculpture by Bruno Munari c.1988

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H 63 in W 63 in

"Spiffero" Screen Sculpture by Bruno Munari c.1988

By Zanotta, Bruno Munari

Located in London, GB

Impressive "Spiffero" Screen Sculpture by Bruno Munari for Zanotta, Italy c.1988 Asymmetrically cut & painted aluminium panels. We are always adding to our 1stdibs catalogue so be...

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Late 20th Century Italian Modern Bruno Munari Decorative Objects

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Aluminum

"Spiffero" Screen Sculpture by Bruno Munari ca.1988

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H 63 in W 63 in

"Spiffero" Screen Sculpture by Bruno Munari ca.1988

By Bruno Munari

Located in London, GB

"Spiffero" screen sculpture by Bruno Munari for Zanotta, Italy c.1988

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Late 20th Century Italian Bruno Munari Decorative Objects

Bruno Munari decorative objects for sale on 1stDibs.

Bruno Munari decorative objects 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 decorative objects, although gray editions of this piece are particularly popular. We have 9 vintage editions of these items in-stock, while there is 10 modern edition to choose from as well. Many of the original decorative objects 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 decorative objects by Fabio Novembre, DeCastelli, and Cappellini. Prices for Bruno Munari decorative objects can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $120 and can go as high as $24,500, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $450.

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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.

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