From his Puppy Pouffe lounge chair resembling a shaggy Puli dog to a 13-foot tall handmade giraffe sculpture in fiberglass holding a classic Marie-Thérèse-style chandelier, the whimsical chairs, table lamps and decorative objects created by MARCANTONIO mix originality, humor, mystery and functionality, with a dash of irony for good measure.
Born Marcantonio Raimondi Malerba in 1976 in Massa Lombarda, the artist and designer studied at the Severini Art Institute and Academy of Fine Arts in Ravenna. While there, he explored the relationship between irony and nature — two recurring themes in his works — and developed a fascination with artists such as René Magritte and Marcel Duchamp.
Following graduation, MARCANTONIO collaborated with architects and worked in theater production before delving into art and furniture design. In 2010, he exhibited his series of Sprout chairs at the Salone del Mobile, which garnered critical acclaim and gained the attention of other ultra-modernist designers such as Mogg, Qeeboo, Natuzzi and Altreforme. MARCANTONIO has also engaged in several fruitful partnerships, notably with Italian design brand Seletti — for which he created his iconic anatomically correct heart-shaped vase — and Scarlet Splendour, manufacturer of his caricatural Forest chair, which is part of his Vegetal Animal series.
Although MARCANTONIO’s designs border on Surrealist and dreamlike, his pieces suggest a sense of “elegant irony.” His coffee tables, floor lamps, cabinets and other objects and furnishings, which feature intricate inlays and chic colors, are made with materials such as suede, brass and fine wool, and strike a balance between luxurious and amusing.
MARCANTONIO’s works have been exhibited at art galleries and shows throughout Europe. His pieces have also been featured in several major international publications such as Architectural Digest, GQ, Marie Claire, ELLE and Vanity Fair.
On 1stDibs, discover a range of MARCANTONIO seating, tables and lighting.
Forest Repousse Panel by Marcantonio
By MARCANTONIO
Located in Kolkata, IN
Surreal foliage with dense leaves and flowers designed by Marcantonio in brass repousse, which is hammering of metal by hand meticulously done on the reverse side. The glorious panel...
Brass
21st Century Skateboard Marcantonio Wood Inlay Scapin Yellow
By MARCANTONIO
Located in Tezze sul Brenta, IT
Old Skull Board Old Skull Board è una tavola da skateboard decorativa, disponibile in due varianti colore e con un disegno intarsiato simbolo della continuità della vita dopo la ...
Plywood
21st Century Skateboard Marcantonio Wood Inlay Scapin Black
By MARCANTONIO
Located in Tezze sul Brenta, IT
Old Skull Board Old Skull Board/ Life After Life Board è una tavola da skateboard decorativa, disponibile in due varianti colore e con un disegno intarsiato simbolo della continui...
Plywood
$3,400Sale Price|20% Off
H 22 in W 13 in D 4 in
Wood Collage Multicolor Sculptural, 21st Century by Mattia Biagi
By Mattia Biagi
Located in Culver City, CA
After having been printed and attached on wood, the images are cut out and assembled onto a Classic furniture form. This anthology of memories, visions, and experiences allows Biagi ...
Cement, Metal
$650
H 27.25 in W 19 in D 2 in
Wally Hatny '20th-21st Century' Signed Acrylic On Canvas, Abstract Animal
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Signed lower right and on verso with date Nov 9 11. In a J. Pocker frame. An abstract animal in white on a yellow background. 23 x 15" black frame 27 1/4 x 19" Good condition. P...
Canvas
$15,907 / item
H 31.5 in W 14.97 in D 23.63 in
21st Century Ettore Sottsas Demistella Console in Briar, Polychrome Marble, Wood
By Ettore Sottsass
Located in massa, IT
Polychrome marble console designed by Ettore Sottsass. Description: Console with top in polychrome marble, wood, Macchia Vecchia Marble, Marquinia Bla...
Marble
$830 / item
H 36.62 in W 22.84 in D 15.75 in
Black Turtle Bookcase, Designed by Marcantonio, Made in Italy
By MARCANTONIO
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Scroll down and click "view all from Seller" to see more than 400 other unique products. (2.2) In Stock in Los Angeles A multipurpose turtle: its carapace acts as a support for a...
Metal
Sculpture Representing a Statue of Hercules, 21st Century.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Sculpture representing a statue of Hercules, 21st Century. Sculpture of Hercules in patinated resin, stone base, 21st century. H: 32cm, D: 13cm Contact us before ordering to confir...
Stone
$1,400
H 22.5 in W 28.5 in D 1.5 in
19th Century French Black Forest Carved Walnut Hunt Scene Wall Panel
Located in Dallas, TX
Crafted in France, circa 1870, this antique Black Forest wall panel presents a richly detailed hunting scene rendered in high relief and set within a geometric marquetry frame. The c...
Walnut
$7,040 / item
H 104 in W 67.7 in D 31.5 in
8.6 Ft Tall Black Pop Art Indoor Giraffe Chandelier by Marcantonio
By MARCANTONIO
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
"Giraffe in Love" is the new product born from artist/designer Marcantonio. It is a dreamy indoor giraffe holding a classic Marie-Thérèse style chandeli...
Fiberglass
21st Century Woven Oak Sculptures by Analee Soskin
Located in Wainscott, NY
21st century woven oak sculptures by Analee Soskin can be hung vertically, horizontally or laid on a table.
Oak
$14,053Sale Price|20% Off
H 21.66 in W 63 in D 5.91 in
Wall Installation Ceramic 'Stoneware', 24-Carat Gold and Platinum, 21st Century
Located in London, GB
Large wall installation by Sotis Filippides stoneware (crank clay), 24-carat gold and platinum (real precious metals not leaf) entirely handmade uniqu...
Gold, Platinum
Mid Century Repousse Still Life Copper Panel, by George Braque
By Georges Braque
Located in New York, NY
Mid Century copper panel depecting a nature setting done with the repousse method of metal work.
Copper
Original Monarch Butterfly Shadow Box Art, Paper, 21st Century, USA
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Original butterfly art depicting different sizes of Monarch butterflies in a lucite shadow box by Nadine Kalachnikoff.
Paper
Sculpture Representing a Statue of Hercules, 21st Century.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Sculpture representing a statue of Hercules, 21st century. Sculpture of Hercules in patinated resin, stone base, 21st century. Dimensions : H: 33.5 cm, D: 12 cm Contact us before o...
Stone