Luigi Caccia Dominioni Daybeds

Italian, 1913-2016

To join the centenarian club is a remarkable feat in itself, but to live for over a century and leave a lasting impact on the world of Italian mid-century modern furniture design — just as pioneering industrial designer and architect Luigi Caccia Dominioni had — is extraordinary. His vintage table lamps, coffee tables, chairs and other furnishings are demonstrative of exemplary technique, theory and quality workmanship — all characteristics of the Milanese designer’s signature style.

Caccia Dominioni graduated from Milan’s oldest university, the Polytechnic University of Milan, in 1936. A leading center for design innovation during the first half of the 20th century, the institution’s alumni includes notable Italian architects and designers such as Gio Ponti, Vittoriano Vigano and brothers Livio and Pier Giacomo Castiglioni. In 1937, the Castiglioni brothers and Caccia Dominioni opened a multi-award winning studio together and presented groundbreaking designs for radios in Bakelite shells at the 1940 Milan Triennial.

The Second World War forced Caccia Dominioni to pause his professional ambitions in order to serve in the Italian military, and the postwar years saw much of his most esteemed designs take shape. In 1947, alongside Ignazio Gardella and Corrado Corradi Dell’Acqua, Caccia Dominioni founded the furniture manufacturing company Azucena, where he designed iconic pieces such as the Catalina chair and a range of lighting that includes the Lp10 wall light, the Lsp3 wall light and the Lsp6 flush mount light.

Like a fine Italian wine, Caccia Dominioni got even better with time. He collaborated with the likes of Olivari and Lualdi well into his 80s, debuting legendary pieces such as the C.d.o. chair and the Super door. And while many of his celebrated architectural works materialized during the 1950s and 1960s — such as the Teatro Filodrammatici and the Galleria Strasburgo — one of Caccia Dominioni’s best known structures, the fountain in Milan’s Piazza San Babila, was built near the end of 20th century when the designer was 83 years old.

Caccia Dominioni was a winner of the Compasso d’Oro, one of the oldest and most prestigious awards in the design industry. When he died at 103 in 2016, he left behind an exceptional legacy of furniture design and architectural innovations.

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Creator: Luigi Caccia Dominioni

Luigi Caccia Dominioni Daybed, "Chesa Laria" sofa, Azucena, Italy 50s

$7,875Sale Price|20% Off

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...

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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Luigi Caccia Dominioni Daybeds

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Metal

Armchair Luigi Caccia Dominioni 1973 Modell TORO

$11,454

H 31.89 in W 40.16 in D 46.46 in

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...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Luigi Caccia Dominioni Daybeds

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Faux Fur

Luigi Caccia Dominioni Set of Six Catilina Chairs in Steel and Fabric Azucena

$16,086 / set

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...

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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Luigi Caccia Dominioni Daybeds

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Steel

Catilina Armchair by Luigi Caccia Dominioni for Azucena

$7,800

H 35.44 in W 29.14 in D 23.63 in

Catilina Armchair by Luigi Caccia Dominioni for Azucena

By Azucena, Luigi Caccia Dominioni

Located in Los Angeles, CA

"Large" Catilina Lounge Chair with leather upholstered seat by Luigi Caccia Dominioni for Azucena. Designed and presented in 1957 at the XI Triennale in Milan. Literature: Gramigna,...

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2010s Italian Luigi Caccia Dominioni Daybeds

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Iron

Luigi Caccia Dominioni Fasce Cromate Sofa, Model P11, Azucena, Italy, 1960s

$9,626

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...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Luigi Caccia Dominioni Daybeds

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Chrome

20th Century Luigi Caccia Dominioni Pair of Poufs mod. Cilindro for Azucena, 60s

$6,002 / set

H 16.93 in Dm 14.97 in

20th Century Luigi Caccia Dominioni Pair of Poufs mod. Cilindro for Azucena, 60s

By Azucena, Luigi Caccia Dominioni

Located in Turin, Turin

Founded in 1947 by Luigi Caccia Dominioni, Ignazio Gardella, and Corrado Corradi Dell'Acqua, the Italian brand Azucena has always stood out for its collections that combine formal el...

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Luigi Caccia Dominioni Daybeds

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Brass

Armchairs by Luigi Caccia Dominioni circa 1975

$9,003

H 27.56 in W 26.78 in D 26.38 in

Armchairs by Luigi Caccia Dominioni circa 1975

By Azucena, Luigi Caccia Dominioni

Located in Berlin, DE

The renowned Italian architect, designer and urban planner Luigi Caccia Dominioni (1913–2016) designed this beautifully shaped armchair for Azucena. Known as the “P22” model, the arm...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Luigi Caccia Dominioni Daybeds

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Leather, Wood

Vintage Fuchsia Sofa by Luigi Caccia Dominioni for Azucena

$12,005Sale 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.

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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Luigi Caccia Dominioni Daybeds

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Metal

Luigi Caccia Dominioni for Azucena "Catilina" stools, Italy 1970s

$3,361 / item

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 ...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Luigi Caccia Dominioni Daybeds

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Steel

"San Siro" Cloth Settee by Luigi Caccia Dominioni for Azucena, Italy, 1960s

$4,681

H 29.14 in W 59.06 in D 31.5 in

"San Siro" Cloth Settee by Luigi Caccia Dominioni for Azucena, Italy, 1960s

By Azucena, Luigi Caccia Dominioni

Located in Milan, IT

San Siro settee model P16 by Luigi Caccia Dominioni for Azucena. Felt cover; extremely comfortable seating featuring feather cushions with removable covers.

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1960s Italian Vintage Luigi Caccia Dominioni Daybeds

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Fabric

Luigi Caccia Dominioni Fasce Cromate Sofa, New Mohair, Italy, 1960s

$9,626

H 29.53 in W 83.08 in D 34.65 in

Luigi Caccia Dominioni Fasce Cromate Sofa, New Mohair, 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. Newly upholstered in drak brown...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Luigi Caccia Dominioni Daybeds

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Chrome

Italian Upholstered Lounge Chair by Luigi Caccia Dominioni

$4,520Sale Price|20% Off

H 38.75 in W 30.5 in D 29 in

Italian Upholstered Lounge Chair by Luigi Caccia Dominioni

By Azucena, Luigi Caccia Dominioni

Located in Chicago, IL

Italian Upholstered Lounge Chair by Luigi Caccia Dominioni for Azucena. The curvy upholstered chair sits atop minimalist enameled steel legs. Additional dimensions: SH 19" SW 19.7...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Luigi Caccia Dominioni Daybeds

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Steel

D_Ca3l "Large Catilina Low" Armchair by Luigi Caccia Dominioni, Azucena

$6,500

H 25.25 in W 29.5 in D 25 in

D_Ca3l "Large Catilina Low" Armchair by Luigi Caccia Dominioni, Azucena

By Azucena, Luigi Caccia Dominioni

Located in Skokie, IL

Luigi Caccia Dominioni model D_CA3L "large Catilina low" armchair for Azucena, Italy, 1958 / 2000s Additional Information: Materials: Enameled steel, velvet upholstery Dimension...

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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Luigi Caccia Dominioni Daybeds

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Steel

Previously Available Items

"San Martino" Daybed by Luigi Caccia Dominioni for Azucena, Italy 1960s

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H 31.5 in W 78.75 in D 35.44 in

"San Martino" Daybed by Luigi Caccia Dominioni for Azucena, Italy 1960s

By Luigi Caccia Dominioni

Located in Argelato, BO

Luigi Caccia Dominioni (Milan 1913 - Milan 2016) Walnut Daybed "L8 San Martino" model. Azucena production, Milan, 1960s. Equipped with wheels on the rear legs.

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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Luigi Caccia Dominioni Daybeds

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Wood

Daybed “Chesa Laria” by Luigi Caccia Dominioni for Azucena 1960s

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H 36.62 in W 79.93 in D 37.01 in

Daybed “Chesa Laria” by Luigi Caccia Dominioni for Azucena 1960s

By Azucena, Luigi Caccia Dominioni

Located in Padova, IT

"Chesa Laria" daybed by Luigi Caccia Dominioni for Azucena. Massive walnut frame with sculptural ends three dimensionally designed. Pleasant and less known wood work by the famous italian designer. Luigi Caccia Dominioni (Milan, December 7, 1913 - Milan, November 13, 2016) was an Italian architect, designer and urban planner. The Caccia Dominioni archive, privately kept, contains documentation relating to the activity carried out by the architect since 1936 in the sectors of building and architectural planning, furnishings, design, urban planning...

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Luigi Caccia Dominioni Daybeds

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Fabric, Walnut

Luigi Caccia Dominioni daybeds for sale on 1stDibs.

Luigi Caccia Dominioni daybeds are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of wood and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Luigi Caccia Dominioni daybeds, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original daybeds by Luigi Caccia Dominioni were created in the mid-century modern style in italy during the mid-20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider daybeds by Osvaldo Borsani, Gae Aulenti, and Antonio Citterio. Prices for Luigi Caccia Dominioni daybeds can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $2,751 and can go as high as $16,101, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $9,426.