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.
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Italian Dilly Dally Pouf by Luigi Massoni for Poltrona Frau, 1968 - 2 Available
By Luigi Massoni
Located in Chicago, IL
An Italian 'Dilly Dally' pouf designed by Luigi Massoni for Poltrona Frau, 1968. Upholstered in supple leather, the circular form rests on four chrome casters, giving it an easy mobi...
Chrome
$5,991 / 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...
Brass
$1,505
H 15.75 in W 22.64 in D 23.23 in
Italian Mid Century Barcelona Pouf by Mies Van Der Rohe for Knoll, 1970s
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian Mid-Century Modern white leather Barcelona pouf or footrest by Mies Van Der Rohe for Knoll, 1970s. Pouf or footrest mod. Barcelona with polyurethane foam seat covered in whit...
Steel
$1,222
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
King Pouf by Josh Greene for Lawson-Fenning
By Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The King Pouf is an easily mobile pouf divided into four sections with matching upholstered base. The Lawson-Fenning Collection is designed and handmade in Los Angeles, California. ...
Upholstery
Blue Stool by Luigi Massoni for Poltrona Frau, Italy 1970s
By Luigi Massoni
Located in Greding, DE
Small light blue pouf with tufted seat cushion and barrel-shaped frame on small castors. The pouf was designed by Luigi Massoni in the 1970s.
Fabric
$23,000 / set
H 26.78 in W 24.02 in D 23.23 in
Luigi Massoni for Poltrona Frau Set of Six 'Dinette’ Armchairs in Orange Leather
By Poltrona Frau, Luigi Massoni
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
Italian Mid-Century Large Pouf, 1950s
Located in Meda, MB
Rectangular mid-century ottoman of the 1950s with new upholstery and velvet. The feet are in brass.
Brass
$15,400 / set
H 26.78 in W 24.81 in D 23.23 in
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
Ups Pouf Furry by Hermhaus – Modern Designer Pouf
By hermhaus
Located in istanbul, TR
The Ups Pouf by Hermhaus is a playful yet sophisticated example of modern designer furniture, featuring a unique furry upholstery that adds texture, warmth, and tactile appeal to any...
Wood, Oak
Pouf
By Luigi Massoni, Gastone Rinaldi, Paltrona Frau, Rimadesio
Located in Lugo, IT
Pouf in tessuto o alcantara non perfetto come da foto. Una ruota bloccata Grazie
Steel
$2,276 / item
H 13.78 in Dm 23.63 in
Fantastic Low Pouf Amaretto Collection Available in Different Colors
Located in London, GB
Sicis is delighted to welcome you at ‘Home’. The classically inspired extent in contemporary plays an eclectic style, elegant and refined. Interiors express personality. A constant...
Fabric
$6,902Sale Price / set|20% 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 Paltrona Frau, Luigi Massoni
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
Luigi Massoni for Poltrona Frau Ottoman in White Leather
By Poltrona Frau, Luigi Massoni
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Luigi Massoni for Poltrona Frau, ottoman, leather, wood, metal, Italy, 1968 This ottoman or pouf is designed by Luigi Massoni for Po...
Metal
Leather Pouf by Luigi Massoni for Poltrona Frau
By Poltrona Frau, Luigi Massoni
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Luigi Massoni for Poltrona Frau, pouf on wheels, leather, plywood, Italy, 1968. This pouf designed by Luigi Massoni for Poltrona Frau ...
Leather, Plywood
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H 16.54 in Dm 22.25 in
Dilly Dally Pouf in Maroon Leather by Luigi Massoni for Poltrona Frau, Italy 60s
By Poltrona Frau, Luigi Massoni
Located in Roma, IT
Stunning "Dilly Dally" in a gorgeous maroon full grain leather. Designed by Luigi Massoni produced by Poltrona Frau in Italy during the late 1960s. Fully original and in amazing co...
Metal
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H 17.72 in W 22.45 in D 22.45 in
Dilly Dally pouf designed by Luigi Massoni for Poltrona Frau 1968
By Luigi Massoni
Located in Arezzo, Italy
Pouf from the " Dilly Dally " series designed by Luigi Massoni for Poltrona Frau in 1968. Bent wood frame, chrome metal, leather upholstery. Excellent condition, restored. 4 pieces a...
Metal
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H 17.72 in W 22.45 in D 22.45 in
Dilly Dally poufs designed by Luigi Massoni for Poltrona Frau 1968
By Luigi Massoni
Located in Arezzo, Italy
Set of 2 poufs from the " Dilly Dally " series designed by Luigi Massoni for Poltrona Frau in 1968. Bent wood frame, chrome metal, leather upholstery. Excellent condition, restored. ...
Metal
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H 17.72 in W 22.45 in D 22.45 in
Dilly Dally poufs designed by Luigi Massoni for Poltrona Frau 1968
By Luigi Massoni
Located in Arezzo, Italy
Set of 3 poufs from the " Dilly Dally " series designed by Luigi Massoni for Poltrona Frau in 1968. Bent wood frame, chrome metal, leather upholstery. Excellent condition, restored. ...
Metal
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H 17.72 in W 22.45 in D 22.45 in
Dilly Dally poufs designed by Luigi Massoni for Poltrona Frau 1968
By Luigi Massoni
Located in Arezzo, Italy
Set of 4 poufs from the " Dilly Dally " series designed by Luigi Massoni for Poltrona Frau in 1968. Bent wood frame, chrome metal, leather upholstery. Excellent condition, restored. ...
Metal
Black Leather Dilly Dally Pouf by Luigi Massoni for Poltrona Frau
By Luigi Massoni, Paltrona Frau
Located in Milano, MI
Raro pouf (o ottomano) prodotto da Poltrona Frau negli anni 60 e 70 appartenente alla linea di arredi Dilly Dally. Questa linea di arredi disegnata negli a...
Faux Leather, Plywood
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H 15.75 in W 21.66 in D 21.66 in
Vintage Luigi Massoni for Poltrona Frau Leather Ottoman, Italy, 1968
By Poltrona Frau, Luigi Massoni
Located in Palermo, IT
Beautiful leather ottoman designed by Luigi Massoni for Poltrona Frau in the 1960s. A soft cushion, wheels to facilitate movement, rust...
Bentwood, Leather