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.
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
Italian modern green leather sofa by Luigi Massoni for Poltrona Frau, 1970s
By Poltrona Frau, Luigi Massoni
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern Green leather sofa by Luigi Massoni for Poltrona Frau, 1970s Three-seater sofa fully padded and covered in dark green leather...
Leather, Wood
Italian modern green leather armchairs by Luigi Massoni for Poltrona Frau 1970s
By Poltrona Frau, Luigi Massoni
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern Green leather armchairs by Luigi Massoni for Poltrona Faru, 1970s Three-seater sofa fully padded and covered in dark green leather. The seat is made up of 3 padded cu...
Leather, Wood
$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
Cocker leather sofa, Franco Bresciani for Poltrona Frau, 1970s
By Franco Bresciani
Located in VILLEURBANNE, FR
Cocker model sofa designed by Franco Bresciani for Poltrona Frau in Italy in the late 1970s. Fully upholstered in cognac full-grain leather, it is defined by its low and deeply enve...
Leather
$7,082Sale Price|20% Off
H 25.99 in W 63 in D 32.29 in
Tito Agnoli Black Leather Sofa for Poltrona Frau
By Tito Agnoli
Located in Weesp, NL
Introducing Timeless Luxury: Tito Agnoli's 1980s Italian Two-Seater Black Leather Sofa by Poltrona Frau Experience the epitome of sophistication with this Italian two-seater black l...
Leather
$8,250
H 28.35 in W 74.81 in D 37.41 in
Poltrona Frau 'Petronio' Two-Seat Sofa, Chestnut Leather, Premium Collection '77
By Poltrona Frau
Located in Dronten, NL
An exceptional Petronio two-seat sofa by Poltrona Frau, dating from the late 1970s and originating from the company's prestigious Premium Collection. Combining timeless Italian elega...
Leather, Beech
Frau sofa bed 1970s
By Paltrona Frau
Located in Manzano, IT
Frau sofa bed DESCRIPTION PIECES 1 DESIGN PERIOD 1970 PRODUCTION YEAR 1970 COUNTRY OF PRODUCTION Italy DESIGNER Frau COLOR Gold, red, orange, yellow, cream MATERIALS Fabric, ...
Iron
Pair of Poltrona Frau George Leather Sofas, Italy, 1992
By Poltrona Frau
Located in Praha, CZ
An outstanding pair of Poltrona Frau “George” leather sofas, manufactured in Italy in 1992 and preserving their original factory labels. Representing the exceptional craftsmanship fo...
Other
$1,204
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
Poltrona Frau Leather Armchairs Edoardo Italy 1970s Set of 2
By Poltrona Frau
Located in Miklavž Pri Taboru, SI
This is a golden chance, and these chairs are a superb example of "Poltrona Frau." These pieces represent the pinnacle of contemporary European furniture design, are of unmatched qua...
Leather, Wood
$4,107Sale Price|50% Off
H 28.35 in W 77.17 in D 37.01 in
Poltrona Frau by Jean-Marie Massaud Cream Leather Kennedee Sofa
By Poltrona Frau, Jean-Marie Massaud
Located in Rochester, England
Originally designed by Jean-Marie Massaud for Poltrona Frau in 2006, the Kennedee sofa is a fantastic example of modern Italian design. Constructed fr...
Leather
$11,578
H 27.96 in W 114.18 in D 35.44 in
Poltrona Frau Quadra Black Leather Sectional Sofa by Studio Cerri, 2005, Italy
By Poltrona Frau, Studio Cerri & Associati
Located in Traversetolo, IT
Designed by Studio Cerri & Associati and produced by Poltrona Frau in 2005, the Quadra sectional sofa is an iconic expression of Italian contemporary design, where rigorous geometry ...
Steel
$4,853Sale 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 Paltrona Frau, Luigi Massoni
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
Luigi Massoni for Poltrona Frau Leather Sofa
By Poltrona Frau, Luigi Massoni
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
Luigi Massoni Sofa With Sculptural Legs, Italy, 1959
By Luigi Massoni
Located in Antwerp, Antwerp
This elegant sofa, designed by Luigi Massoni in 1959, stands out as a refined example of Italian modernist design. Massoni crafted this piece with a keen sense of simplicity and func...
Wood