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 Six 'Dinette’ Armchairs in Orange Leather
By Luigi Massoni, Poltrona Frau
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Luigi Massoni for Poltrona Frau, set of six armchairs model ‘Dinette’, leather, chrome, Italy, 1972 This set of dining chairs showcases an exceptional design, defined by distinctive...
Chrome
Luigi Massoni for Poltrona Frau Bicolor Set of Ten Leather 'Dinette’ Armchairs
By Luigi Massoni, Poltrona Frau
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Luigi Massoni for Poltrona Frau, set of ten armchairs, model ‘Dinette’, leather, chrome, Italy, 1972 This set of dining chairs showcases an exceptional design, defined by distinctiv...
Chrome
$3,950 / set
H 35 in W 20.75 in D 23.5 in
Set of Black Leather Dining Chair with Mocha Stained Ash Wood Leg, Poltrona Frau
By Poltrona Frau
Located in Tulsa, OK
Diva dining chair by Poltrona Frau This chair has a curled top on the backrest which is a stylish reference to the classics objects. The folds on the corners of the seat as well as the biconical springs for suspension are coming from a long tradition. The seat frame and back are padded and is in birch plywood. Shell in rigid moulded polyurethane. Base and legs in mocha stained solid ash wood. Upholstery is Pelle Frau black leather. Additional photos show detail of construction and a custom velvet upholstered version available for order of the diva chair...
Leather, Wood
$1,200
H 14.57 in W 16.93 in D 16.93 in
Italian Cognac Leather Cube Pouf or Side Table, Poltrona Frau, Italy, 1970s
By Luigi Massoni, Poltrona Frau
Located in Roma, IT
Refined Italian cube-shaped pouf, ottoman or side table with wheels, entirely upholstered in soft cognac-colored Italian leather. This stylish piece was produced in Italy during the ...
Metal
6 “Amelie” Dining Chairs by Claudio Bellini for Poltrona Frau
By Claudio Bellini, Poltrona Frau
Located in Pasadena, TX
6 “Amelie” Claudio Bellini chairs for Poltrona Frau. These chairs encompass simple forms and precious materials In a natural yet sophisticated style. Price is per chair
Leather
Set of Six Italian 'Louise' Chairs by Poltrona Frau
By Poltrona Frau
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage set of six "Louise" cream/putty chairs feature a sturdy structure made from solid ash and beech wood. The seats are padded with high-quality polyurethane foam. The incorporat...
Foam, Wood
$3,331 / set
H 31.5 in W 26.38 in D 23.63 in
4 Italian Poltrona Frau red black leather padded armchairs dining chairs, 1990s
Located in Zevenaar, NL
Leather Sinan armchairs designed by Luca Scacchetti for Poltrona Frau, set of 4 Vintage Sinan armchair in oxblood red and black leather upholstery and eech wood legs, by Luca Scacch...
Leather, Beech
Tito Agnoli Black Leather Lounge Chair for Poltrona Frau
By Poltrona Frau
Located in Weesp, NL
Introducing Timeless Elegance: Tito Agnoli's 1980s Black Leather Armchair Le Capanelle by Poltrona Frau Indulge in the epitome of style and comfort with the exquisite black leather ...
Leather
Luigi Massoni for Poltrona Frau Leather Sofa
By Luigi Massoni, Poltrona Frau
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-century two-seater sofa by Luigi Massoni for Poltrona Frau, distinguished by flared arm and backrests. In original leather upholstery. Two available, priced separately. Sourced i...
Leather
$6,062 / set
H 23.63 in W 64.97 in D 35.44 in
Pair of leather Loto sofas by Luigi Massoni for Poltrona Frau, Italy, 1976
By Luigi Massoni
Located in VILLEURBANNE, FR
Pair of model 973 sofas, known as Loto, designed by Luigi Massoni for Poltrona Frau in Italy in 1976. Fully upholstered in cognac calf leather, they feature low and deeply envelopi...
Leather
$4,839Sale Price / set|19% Off
H 26.78 in W 24.81 in D 23.23 in
70s Italian suede leather armchairs 70s Dinette by L.Massoni for FRAU
By Luigi Massoni, Paltrona Frau
Located in Milano, Lombardia
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
$5,532 / set
H 27.56 in W 26.78 in D 28.35 in
Pair of “Moji” Armchairs by Shigeru Uchida for Poltrona Frau, Italy
By Poltrona Frau
Located in Langemark-Poelkapelle, BE
A rare pair of “Moji” armchairs, designed in the late 1980s by the Japanese architect and designer Shigeru Uchida for Poltrona Frau. Known for his architectural and minimalist approa...
Leather, Wood
$4,200 / set
H 36 in W 19.25 in D 20.5 in
Set of 6 Italian Poltrona Frau Vittoria Gray Leather Wood Dining Chairs
By Poltrona Frau
Located in Miami, FL
Set of 6 marked Poltrona Frau Vittoria Gray Leather and Wood Legs Dining Chairs. Made in Italy with exceptional Craftsmanship. Very heavy and ta...
Leather, Wood
$2,707 / item
H 36.23 in W 31.5 in D 37.41 in
Poltrona Frau Model Tabarin Leather Armchair Red Bordeaux
By Poltrona Frau
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This Poltrona Frau Classic armchair model Tabarin is made of red Bordeaux The feet is made of dark beech. A classic timeless design from Italy of the 1930 era.
Leather, Upholstery, Beech
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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 Luigi Massoni, Poltrona Frau
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
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H 28.55 in W 17.92 in D 22.84 in
Set of 4 Vintage Dining Chairs by Luigi Massoni for Fratelli Boffi, 1970s Italy
By Fratelli Boffi, Luigi Massoni
Located in Zagreb, HR
Set of four elegant dining chairs by Italian designer Luigi Massoni for Fratelli Boffi. Comprised of a wooden frame which curves backwards at the top with rattan seats and backrests....
Cane, Wood
"Barbara" by Luigi Massoni for Mobilia, Set of Six Chairs
By Luigi Massoni
Located in Piacenza, Italy
Set of six chairs by Luigi Massoni for Mobilia, 1961. Palisander, original upholstery. Literature: Domus 400 (march 1963) p.d/115.