Luigi Massoni was one of Italy’s most prolific designers and instrumental in the growth of the country’s design industry in the postwar years through his products, advertising campaigns and journalistic work at Italian magazines.
Born in Milan, Massoni trained at the Collettivo di Architettura in Milan and worked as an architect and designer as well as a freelance journalist and consultant. He was involved with many of Italy’s most influential brands, such as Poltrona Frau, the Guzzini group and Alessi. Massoni was hired by Alessi, the legendary housewares and kitchen utensils manufacturer, which had been around since 1921, in the mid-1950s. In 1957, he collaborated with like-minded product designer Carlo Mazzeri on the universally renowned stainless-steel cocktail shaker 870, which, followed by other kitchen containers for the brand, was one of the first objects from Alessi that hadn’t been created in-house.
Together with architect Carlo De Carli, Massoni founded a magazine called Il Mobile Italiano and later Mobilia, an association of Italian furniture makers and one of the first organizations that focused on the promotion of Italian design. In the 1960s, Massoni began to design lamps and serveware for Guzzini, where he also consulted on design and company communications. He designed revolutionary furnishings for the kitchen at Boffi Cucine, producing modular kitchens, cabinets without traditional handles and more.
On 1stDibs, browse a collection of vintage Luigi Massoni vanity tables, sideboards, table lamps and more.
Luigi Massoni for Poltrona Frau Set of Four 'Dinette’ Armchairs in Leather
By Luigi Massoni, Poltrona Frau
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Luigi Massoni for Poltrona Frau, set of four armchairs model ‘Dinette’, leather, chrome, Italy, 1972 This set of dining chairs showcases an exceptional design, defined by distinctiv...
Chrome
$6,823Sale Price / set|20% Off
70s Italian suede leather armchairs 70s Dinette by L.Massoni for FRAU
By Luigi Massoni, Paltrona Frau
Located in Milano, MI
pair of 1970s-80s armchairs designed by Luigi Massoni for Frau. the upholstery is original brown suede leather brand embossed on the leather in the back and label present under the seat
Animal Skin
4 "Esquire" leather armchairs, L. Massoni, ed. Matteograssi 1990
By Luigi Massoni, Matteograssi, Piergiorgio Cazzaniga
Located in Renens, CH
Set of four Esquire armchairs designed by Luigi Massoni and Piergiorgio Cazzaniga for Matteograssi, circa 1980–1990. A strong example of late 20th-century Italian design, these scul...
Leather
$2,606Sale Price|20% Off
Celeste 1970s Dilly Dally bedroom armchair by Massoni for Frau
By Luigi Massoni, Paltrona Frau
Located in Milano, MI
Light blue armchair with casters model Dilly Dally designed by Luigi Massoni for Frau armchair 1970s. The small armchair is made of light blue vilpelle. this armchair is usually pa...
Leather, Wood
Set of 8 "Esquire" Leather Armchairs, L. Massoni, ed. Matteograssi 1990
By Matteograssi, Piergiorgio Cazzaniga, Luigi Massoni
Located in Renens, CH
Set of eight Esquire armchairs designed by Luigi Massoni and Piergiorgio Cazzaniga for Matteograssi, circa 1980–1990. A strong example of late 20th-century Italian design, these scu...
Leather
$3,450 / set
H 27.56 in W 39.38 in D 33.86 in
Tito Agnoli For Poltrona Frau Leather Lounge Chairs by, Italy 1970s
By Tito Agnoli, Poltrona Frau
Located in Almelo, NL
Mid-Century Modern Lounge chairs by Tito Agnoli For Poltrona Frau, Italy 1970s Magnific set of two lounge chairs manufactured by Poltr...
Leather
Pair of Armchairs, France 70s
Located in VILLERS-SUR-MER, FR
Very elegant and rare paire of italian armchairs, you can use them either outdoor or indoor. They are confortable and very design.
Chrome
Set of Midcentury Black Leather Armchairs, 1970s
Located in Praha, CZ
- 1970s, Czechoslovakia - Very comfortable - Good original condition.
Leather, Wood
Cab Armchair 2 by Mario Bellini for Cassina, 1970s
By Cassina, Mario Bellini
Located in Sagaponack, NY
An Italian Mid-Century Modern armchair designed by Mario Bellini featuring handstitched black leather upholstery wrapped over internal steel frame. Manufactured by Cassina in Italy, ...
Leather
Pair Vintage Poltrona Frau Teal Leather Chairs
By Poltrona Frau
Located in Troy, MI
Found in Italy, this pair of sculptural leather covered chairs by Poltrona Frau date from the 1980s. Chairs have a cubist shape with dramatically flared arms and silver tone metal le...
Metal
$4,146 / set
H 31.89 in W 17.33 in D 17.72 in
Set of Four Chairs by Matteograssi in Leather red Mod Sistina, Label
By Matteograssi
Located in Milano, IT
Bold, sculptural, and timelessly elegant. This set of four "Sistina SN2" dining chairs, created by legendary Italian manufacturer Matteograssi in the 1980s, captures the essence of r...
Leather
Scandinavian Modern Armchair in Brown Leather & Walnut, Circa 1990
Located in Barcelona, ES
"Scandinavian Modern Brown Leather Armchair: Organic Design" Manufacturer: Unknown Production Year: Circa 1990 Material: Brown leather and walnut wood Condition: Goo...
Wood
$10,898 / set
H 34.26 in W 27.56 in D 27.17 in
Vintage bamboo armchairs, Italy 70s (ASK FOR AVAILABILITY)
Located in Saint-Ouen (PARIS), FR
Pair of vintage armchairs in bamboo with seating cushions reupholstered with a fabric by Elitis. Italy, 1970s
Fabric, Bamboo
Armchair Alky by Giancarlo Piretti for Castelli 1970s.
By Giancarlo Piretti
Located in Lot/Drogenbos, BE
Armchair model "Alky" in the original black leather designed by Giancarlo Piretti for Castelli Italy 1970s. Designer - Giancarlo Piretti. Producer - Castelli. Model - Alky....
Aluminum
$10,631 / set
H 35.83 in W 31.11 in D 39.38 in
First Edition Poltrona Frau Metropolis Armchairs, Italy, 1950s
By Melchiorre Bega, Guglielmo Ulrich, Gio Ponti, Poltrona Frau
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
A rare pair of first edition Metropolis armchairs by Poltrona Frau, Italy 1950s. Newly upholstered in a bespoke, premium, soft, pure alpaca wool fabric. Fast shipping worldwide.
Alpaca, Wood
$1,847Sale Price / item|20% Off
H 25.99 in W 29.93 in D 27.56 in
Leather Armchair (Chromed frame) LC, 1990 s
Located in Ljubljana, SI
Condition: The leather and chrome are in mint condition. Manufacturer: made in Italy, 1990s Style: Design Classics, Midcentury Moder n Materials: Leather, Chrome Color: Black, Chrome
Metal, Chrome
Luxury Post Modern Leather Chairs Poltrona Frau Set of Four
By Roberto Lazzeroni, Poltrona Frau
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Stunning set of four Post-Modern “Ginger” chairs, designed by Roberto Lazzeroni for Poltrona Frau. These elegant dining or side chairs feature a striking combination of saddle brown ...
Leather, Wood
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H 26.78 in W 24.02 in D 23.63 in
Luigi Massoni for Poltrona Frau Set of Six ‘Dinette’ Armchairs in Leather
By Luigi Massoni, Poltrona Frau
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Luigi Massoni for Poltrona Frau, set of six armchairs model ‘Dinette’, leather, wood, Italy, 1980s This set of armchairs epitomizes a splendid construction based on characteristic s...
Leather
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H 26.78 in W 23.63 in D 22.45 in
Luigi Massoni for Poltrona Frau Pair of ‘Dinette’ Armchairs in Red Leather
By Poltrona Frau, Luigi Massoni
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Luigi Massoni for Poltrona Frau, pair of armchairs, model ‘Dinette’, leather, chrome, Italy, 1972 This pair of dining chairs epitomizes a splendid construction based on characterist...
Chrome
Leather Red Dinette Armchair Luigi Massoni for Frau 80's
By Luigi Massoni
Located in Milano, MI
Pair of vintage armchairs entirely in leather designed in the 70s by Luigi Massoni for Poltrona Frau. The armchairs are in red leather and are in excellent condition.
Chrome
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H 29.53 in Dm 25.6 in L 29.53 in
Luigi Massoni for Poltrona Frau Dilly Dally Leather Vanity Dressing Table
By Poltrona Frau, Luigi Massoni
Located in Turin, Turin
Dressing table model Dilly Dally designed by Luigi Massoni for Poltrona Frau in 1960s. The dressing table is composed of two pieces, one round armchair and...
Brass
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H 29.53 in Dm 25.6 in
20th Century Luigi Massoni for Poltrona Frau Dilly Dally Leather Dressing Table
By Poltrona Frau, Luigi Massoni
Located in Turin, Turin
Dressing table model Dilly Dally designed by Luigi Massoni for Poltrona Frau in 1960s. The dressing table is composed of two pieces, one round armchair and the table itself with spac...
Brass
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H 27.17 in W 24.41 in D 23.63 in
Luigi Massoni Modern Italian Real Leather Armchairs for Poltrona Frau, Pair
By Poltrona Frau, Luigi Massoni
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Luigi Massoni for Poltrona Frau. Two Dinette model cockpit armchairs entirely upholstered in leather, 1980s. Very rare! "If you like it, make your...
Leather
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H 29.53 in Dm 25.6 in L 29.53 in
20th Century Luigi Massoni for Poltrona Frau Dilly Dally Leather Dressing Table
By Poltrona Frau, Luigi Massoni
Located in Turin, Turin
Dressing table model Dilly Dally designed by Luigi Massoni for Poltrona Frau in 1960s. The dressing table is composed of two pieces, one round armchair and the table itself with spac...
Brass