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.
Jumbo Bookcase by Luigi Massoni for Poltrona Frau, Italy, 1970s
By Luigi Massoni
Located in Brussels, BE
Jumbo Bookcase by Luigi Massoni for Poltrona Frau, Italy, 1970s
Leather, Wood
$9,800
Luigi Massoni Bookcase
By Luigi Massoni
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Wonderful bookcase by Luigi Massoni for Poltrona - Italy, circa 1970s Impressive large scale Italian wall shelf designed by Luigi Massoni for Poltrona Frau, 1971. Chromed tubular steel frame with natural wood shelves suspended by black leather straps. Gorgeous black saddle leather catch all...
Steel
$1,066
H 48.04 in W 14.97 in D 14.97 in
Mid-Century Triangular Bamboo and Rattan Italian Corner Bookcase, 1970s
Located in Roma, IT
Amazing mid-century bamboo and Rattan triangular corner bookshelf. Franco Albini inspired the design of this piece, produced in Italy during the 1970s. This piece is fantastic thank...
Bamboo, Rattan, Wood, Wicker, Cane
$760Sale Price|20% Off
H 31.5 in W 20.63 in D 10 in
Vintage Bamboo Rattan Decorative Shelf Etagere Bookcase, 1950s-1970s
By Vivai del Sud, Franco Albini, Bonaccina
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Vintage wicker rattan and bamboo cane display, bookshelf, or etagere features 3 tier form with open shelving. The convenient size allows the shelf to be used standing directly on the...
Bamboo, Wicker, Cane, Rattan
$2,363 / item
+ 1 moreH 57.09 in W 41.34 in D 16.38 in
Matassa Large Bookcase in Black Iron Rebar, by Luigi Semeraro
By Miniforms, Luigi Semeraro
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This Matassa bookshelf with structure in iron rebar is varnished in white or black, with shelves in flamed oak, Canaletto walnut or lacquered in black or white. Available in two different heights and sizes. Here you are shown the Matassa bookcases in black iron rebar, in the large size. Luigi Semeraro, born in Varese in 1978, product and interior designer, graduated at Design University, Politecnico di Milano. During the training, he enriches his academic and professional experiences in Italy and abroad, ranging from product to graphic design. He begins his career as a designer, realizing with a team the project “Piu YIU”, Chinese temporary restaurant, presented at the Dining Contest of “Salon Satellite” in 2004, in collaboration with Sawaya and Moroni...
Iron
$947
H 27.56 in W 21.26 in D 15.36 in
Mid-Century Triangular Bamboo and Rattan Italian Corner Bookcase Shelf, 1970s
Located in Roma, IT
Wonderful French Riviera style triangular corner bookshelf made in bamboo, hand.woven rattan and wicker. This lovely organic bookshelf was hand-made in Italy during the 1970s. In f...
Bamboo, Wicker, Cane, Rattan
$9,400Sale Price|21% Off
H 80 in W 92.5 in D 17.75 in
Emerald Green Cerused Oak Modular Bookcase Room Divider by Lou Hodges, 1970s
By Lou Hodges
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This absolute show-stopper modular bookcase refinished in gorgeous emerald green cerused oak is by Lou Hodges, designed and produced in California in the 1970s and 1980s. You can con...
Oak
Totem shelve by Valeric Doubroucinskis for Rodier, 1970s
Located in Linkebeek, BE
Totem - 1970s - Vintage Measures : 30x44cm H:208cm Material : Fiberglass Knitwear shelves specially manufactured for the Rodier store interiors in the 1970's. Great display for your ...
Fiberglass
$3,495 / set
H 76 in W 27 in D 20 in
1970s Organic Modern Pencil Bamboo Etageres Shelves Bookcases - Pair
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a pair of modern pencil bamboo etageres done in the manner of Italian artist Gabriella Crespi. The etageres date to the 1970s and have a conc3ntric circle base. They are in v...
Bamboo, Glass
$3,547
H 63.39 in W 58.27 in D 18.12 in
Italian Modern Chromed Steel and Smoked Glass Self Supporting Bookcase, 1970s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern chromed steel and smoked glass self supporting bookcase, 1970s. Self-supporting bookcase with structure entirely in chromed steel, w...
Steel
Waterfall Bookcase
Located in Sturminster Marshall, Dorset
A five-tier waterfall bookcase of tapering form with blind fret and open fret decoration, the ends inset with brass retaining rods. Finished in an a...
Mahogany
$9,300Sale Price|22% Off
H 76 in W 97 in D 18 in
Pink Cerused Oak Modular Bookcase Room Divider by Lou Hodges, 1970s
By Lou Hodges
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This absolute show-stopper modular bookcase refinished in gorgeous pink cerused oak with contrasting white grain is by Lou Hodges, designed and produced in California in the 1970s an...
Oak
Pair of Italian Small Bamboo Bookcases, 1970s
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Beautiful pair of bookcases from the 1970s. The bookcases have four shelves, bamboo mosaic workmanship.
Bamboo, Wicker
$13,400Sale Price|25% Off
H 76 in W 159.5 in D 18 in
California Modern Cerused Oak Modular Bookcase Room Divider by Lou Hodges, 1970s
By Lou Hodges
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This 80's light blue cerused oak modular wall bookcase, which is finished on the back so can also be used as a floating room divider, is by Lou Hodges and was designed and produced i...
Oak
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H 88.19 in W 59.06 in D 23.63 in
Luigi Massoni. Two-door wardrobe with drawers. Produced by “Mobilia” in 1950.
By Luigi Massoni
Located in Vigevano, PV
Luigi Massoni. Two-door wardrobe with drawers. Produced by “Mobilia” in 1950.
Brass
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H 74.81 in W 47.25 in D 15.75 in
Jumbo Line Luigi Massoni chrome and red leather bookcase for Poltrona Frau 1970s
By Luigi Massoni, Paltrona Frau
Located in Milano, MI
Rare bookcase with chromed tubular steel frame, shelves made of natural oak wood suspended by red leather straps and leather magazine rack. the cabinet can be attached to the wall b...
Chrome
Jumbo bookcase by Luigi Massoni for Poltrona Frau, Italy 1970
By Luigi Massoni, Poltrona Frau
Located in Piacenza, Italy
Jumbo Bookcase by Luigi Massoni for Poltrona Frau is a striking piece that combines functionality with timeless elegance. The bookcase's distinctive design is characterized by clean ...
Metal
Etagere bookcase by Luigi Massoni, steel glass, 1970
By Luigi Massoni
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Etagère in glass and steel, Luigi Massoni, Manifattura Italiana, 1970 Conditions: Good Materials: Glass, Steel Era: 1970
Steel
Luigi Massoni for Poltrona Frau "Jumbo" Bookcase, Italy 1970s
By Luigi Massoni, Poltrona Frau
Located in Naples, IT
Beautiful Jumbo wall unit designed by Luigi Massoni for Poltrona Frau, Italy 1971. Chrome-plated tubular steel frame with natural wood shelves suspended by natural leather straps. At...
Chrome
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H 28.75 in W 25.6 in D 25.6 in
Red Vanity Mod. Dilly Daily by Luigi Massoni for Poltrona Frau, 1968
By Luigi Massoni
Located in Brussels, BE
Red Vanity Mod. Dilly Daily by Luigi Massoni for Poltrona Frau, 1968
Leather, Plastic
Luigi Massoni for Poltrona Frau "Jumbo" Bookcase, Italy 1970s
By Luigi Massoni, Poltrona Frau
Located in Naples, IT
Beautiful Jumbo wall unit designed by Luigi Massoni for Poltrona Frau, Italy 1971. Chromed tubular steel frame with wood shelves suspended by black leather straps. At the base there ...
Chrome
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H 74.81 in W 47.25 in D 13.78 in
Jumbo Line Bookcase by Luigi Massoni for Poltronova, Italy 1970s (First Edition)
By Luigi Massoni, Poltronova, Poltrona Frau
Located in Argelato, BO
Luigi Massoni (Milan 1930), Jumbo Line Bookcase for Poltrona Frau, Italy, 1971 One of the most refined and original bookcases in the history of design, it ...
Metal
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H 55.12 in W 21.26 in D 20.48 in
70s Italian mustard Dressing table and armchair, Luigi Massoni for Poltrona Frau
By Luigi Massoni
Located in Valladolid, ES
Amazing folding dressing table by Luigi Massoni for Poltrona Frau. It is a sophisticated cubic-shaped piece with rounded corners, upholstered wi...
Fabric, Wood
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H 35.44 in W 33.75 in D 21.66 in
1970s Poltrona Frau Roll top desk or Chest of Drawer designed by Luigi Massoni
By Luigi Massoni
Located in Roma, IT
A rare Italian design piece half chest of drawers and half desk; produced during 1974 by Poltrona Frau and designed by Luigi Massoni. You can find this chest of drawers published in "Repertorio del design italiano" edited by Umberto Allemandi & Co and written by Giuliana Gramigna. A massive vintage chest of drawers equipped with a shaped rolling top desk...
Chrome
Jumbo Bookcase by Luigi Massoni for Poltrona Frau, Italy, 1970s
By Luigi Massoni, Poltrona Frau
Located in ABCOUDE, UT
Beautiful Jumbo wall unit designed by Luigi Massoni for Poltrona Frau, Italy 1971. Chromed tubular steel frame with cherry wood shelves suspended by black leather straps. At the base...
Chrome
Luigi Massoni "Jumbo" Bookcase Poltrona Frau
By Poltrona Frau, Luigi Massoni
Located in Rivoli, IT
Stunning chrome, leather and wood bookshelf by Luigi Massoni for Poltrona Frau. Made in 1971, featuring tubular chrome frame, with four shelves, leather straps and leather catchall...
Metal, Steel