Massimo Vignelli Serving Bowls

Italian, 1931-2014

Massimo Vignelli and Lella Vignelli are legendary names in branding and were prolific creators of home furnishings, products and interiors. The duo’s modernist furniture collaborations, which span 50 years, have also left a profound mark on design and wider visual culture. Furniture created by the couple is often labeled as Massimo Vignelli’s alone, though he fought to have Lella recognized for her work, even throwing away magazines that neglected to give her due credit.

As Massimo wrote of their lifelong collaboration in his book Designed By: Lella Vignelli: “It is not holding a pencil with four hands that makes a partnership; it is sharing the creative act and exercising creative criticism which is reflected in the end result.”

After meeting in Italy, Lella (1934–2016) and Massimo began working together in 1961 and a decade later formed Vignelli Associates in New York. A self-described “information architect,” Massimo was committed to streamlining complex ideas into clear, visually arresting forms. (Witness the graphic identity that he cocreated with Bob Noorda for the New York City Transit Authority as well as his influential 1972 subway map.) The Vignellis’ most recognizable piece, for example, may be the Handkerchief chair, a stackable office chair made of compression-molded plastic that has the look of a cloth floating in air. It was created for Knoll in 1983 after they designed the brand’s logo.

Evidence of the couple’s influence can also be found in their Saratoga line (1964), the first collection of lacquered furniture, which helped herald in the trendy “glossy” look of the decade (and beyond). When the Vignellis created the Poltrona Frau Interview chair in 1988 for an Italian television station, it became widely sought after, “which goes to show you the power of the TV media,” the couple once said. Much like their elemental graphic designs, the Kono (1984) and Pisa tables (1985) — both created for Casigliani — cull the form of the table down to geometric shapes.

Many of the Vignellis’ designs are considered modern masterpieces and are included in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art in New York and other important institutions.

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Creator: Massimo Vignelli

Massimo Vignelli x Supreme x Heller Bowls, Red, White, 1964, Spring 2023

$624Sale Price|34% Off

Massimo Vignelli x Supreme x Heller Bowls, Red, White, 1964, Spring 2023

By Supreme, Heller, Massimo Vignelli

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Massimo Vignelli x Supreme x Heller Bowls, Red, White, 1964, Spring 2023. New in original boxes. Set of 12. 6 red + 6 white (as pictured). Made exclusively for Supreme. Spring Summer 2023. This iconic dinnerware design was originally released in 1964 by designer Massimo Vignelli in Italy and won that year’s Compasso d’Oro award for good design. It swiftly became a touchstone of modern design and has been called an “icon of sixties utilitarian chic.” It was introduced to the United States in 1971 and has never been out of production, with the manufacturer still using its original molds. According to Vignelli, the inspiration for Hellerware came from seeing a client using plastic molds...

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21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Massimo Vignelli Serving Bowls

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Plastic

Rock Handmade Pottery Cereal/Soup Bowls - Set of 2 - Black & White Splatterware

$238 / item

H 2.75 in Dm 6.06 in

Rock Handmade Pottery Cereal/Soup Bowls - Set of 2 - Black & White Splatterware

By OWO Ceramics

Located in Ciudad Autónoma de Buenos Aires, AR

Beautiful breakfast handmade ceramic bowls carefully crafted to meet the demands of everyday use. Designed to enrich your table setting and daily rituals, these handmade pottery bowls blur the line between functionality and ornament. Their size makes it perfect for serving cereals, fruits, snacks, soups or dips. Sold as a set of two, each pottery bowl is meticulously crafted by hand and coated in a matte glaze featuring hand-painted black splatters that evoke Pollock’s artistic work. Due to the handcrafted nature, each ceramic bowl is one-of-a-kind, and hand washing is recommended. Try combining them with our dipping and salad bowls from the Rock Collection to create your own unique handcrafted ceramic splatterware set...

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2010s South American Modern Massimo Vignelli Serving Bowls

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Ceramic, Clay, Pottery

Massimo Vignelli for Heller Mid Century Modern Plates and Mugs for Six

$225 / set

H 1 in Dm 9.88 in

Massimo Vignelli for Heller Mid Century Modern Plates and Mugs for Six

By Heller, Massimo and Lella Vignelli

Located in Chesterfield, NJ

Iconic sixties design by Massimo and Lella Vignelli of stacking plates and mugs manufactured by Heller. This set consists of 6 dinner plates and 6 mugs in a sunshine yellow color. Al...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Massimo Vignelli Serving Bowls

Materials

Plastic

Multicolor Massimo Vignelli for Heller Dinnerware - Service for Four

$250 / set

H 1 in W 11 in D 11 in

Multicolor Massimo Vignelli for Heller Dinnerware - Service for Four

By Massimo and Lella Vignelli, Heller

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Winner of the prestigious Compasso d'Oro award for Good Design in 1964, Massimo Vignelli's iconic dinnerware for Heller (likely designed with his equally talented wife Lella) has bee...

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Late 20th Century Post-Modern Massimo Vignelli Serving Bowls

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Plastic

Rock Handmade Ceramic Dipping Bowls - Set of 4 - Black & White Splatterware

$194 / item

H 1.97 in Dm 3.55 in

Rock Handmade Ceramic Dipping Bowls - Set of 4 - Black & White Splatterware

By OWO Ceramics

Located in Ciudad Autónoma de Buenos Aires, AR

Beautiful handcrafted small ceramic dipping bowls. These highly functional pottery bowls are perfect for serving dips, nuts, seeds, condiments, sea salt,...

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2010s Argentine Modern Massimo Vignelli Serving Bowls

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Ceramic, Clay, Pottery

Massimo Vignelli for Heller Dinnerware 20 Large Plates and 20 Small Plates Light

$1,195 / set

H 1 in Dm 9.75 in

Massimo Vignelli for Heller Dinnerware 20 Large Plates and 20 Small Plates Light

By Massimo Vignelli

Located in Topeka, KS

Wonderful set of 20 large 10-inch dinner plates and 20 smaller 8-inch salad plates in light yellow by Massimo Vignelli for Heller. Beautiful conditio...

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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Massimo Vignelli Serving Bowls

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Plastic

Green, Yellow and White Dinnerware by Vignelli for Heller, Set of 32

$450 / set

H 1 in W 11 in D 11 in

Green, Yellow and White Dinnerware by Vignelli for Heller, Set of 32

By Massimo Vignelli, Heller, Massimo and Lella Vignelli

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Winner of the prestigious Compasso d'Oro award for Good Design in 1964, Massimo Vignelli's iconic dinnerware for Heller (likely designed with his equally talented wife Lella) has bee...

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Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Massimo Vignelli Serving Bowls

Materials

Plastic

Space Age 1970s Heller by Massimo Vignelli Mixed set 4 plates, 5 cups, 2bowls

$275 / set

H 1 in Dm 10 in

Space Age 1970s Heller by Massimo Vignelli Mixed set 4 plates, 5 cups, 2bowls

By Massimo Vignelli, Heller

Located in San Diego, CA

Colorful set of 4 dinner plates, 5 cups and 2 bowls, designed by Massimo Vignelli for Heller circa 1970s, in a navy blue color, yellow, pink, and purple. 11 pcs set total.

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20th Century American Space Age Massimo Vignelli Serving Bowls

Materials

Plastic

2 Steuben Small Bowls

$425

H 3 in Dm 8 in

2 Steuben Small Bowls

By Steuben Glass

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A pair of Steuben crystal bowls Measures: Smaller bowl 3" H x 6" Larger bowl 3" H x 8".

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1970s American Vintage Massimo Vignelli Serving Bowls

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Glass

Black, White and Yellow Massimo Vignelli for Heller Dishes - Set of 24

$295 / set

H 1 in W 11 in D 11 in

Black, White and Yellow Massimo Vignelli for Heller Dishes - Set of 24

By Massimo and Lella Vignelli, Heller

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Winner of the prestigious Compasso d'Oro award for Good Design in 1964, Massimo Vignelli's iconic dinnerware for Heller (likely designed with his equally talented wife Lella) has bee...

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Mid-20th Century Post-Modern Massimo Vignelli Serving Bowls

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Plastic

Set of three Orange-Red Enameled Bowls by Kaj Franck for Finel, Finland, 1960s

$437 / set

H 5.52 in Dm 8.27 in

Set of three Orange-Red Enameled Bowls by Kaj Franck for Finel, Finland, 1960s

By Kaj Franck, Finel

Located in Steenwijk, NL

A very nice set of three red-orange enameled bowls made by Kaj Franck for Finel, made in Finland in the 1960s. These bowls are in a very good condition with some signs of age and use...

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1660s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Antique Massimo Vignelli Serving Bowls

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Enamel

Purple and Yellow Dinnerware by Vignelli for Heller - Service for 6

$425 / set

H 1 in W 10 in D 10 in

Purple and Yellow Dinnerware by Vignelli for Heller - Service for 6

By Massimo and Lella Vignelli, Heller

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Winner of the prestigious Compasso d'Oro award for Good Design in 1964, Massimo Vignelli's iconic dinnerware for Heller (likely designed with his equally talented wife Lella) has bee...

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Late 20th Century Post-Modern Massimo Vignelli Serving Bowls

Materials

Plastic

Andy Warhol American Modern Red Rim Disappearing Campbell's Soup Bowls

$250 / set

H 1 in Dm 9 in

Andy Warhol American Modern Red Rim Disappearing Campbell's Soup Bowls

By Andy Warhol

Located in Queens, NY

PAIR of Andy Warhol American Modern soup bowls featuring a red rim and a \"disappearing\" can of Campbell\'s tomato soup in the center against a white background. (PRICED AS PAIR) (R...

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20th Century American Modern Massimo Vignelli Serving Bowls

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Rare Early Production Salad Bowl with Lid and Plater by Massimo Vignelli

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H 5 in Dm 10 in

Rare Early Production Salad Bowl with Lid and Plater by Massimo Vignelli

By Massimo Vignelli, Heller

Located in San Diego, CA

Beautiful set of Salad bowl and plater rare color early production very collectible, designed by Massimo Vignelli for Heller in excellent condition.

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Late 20th Century Italian Space Age Massimo Vignelli Serving Bowls

Materials

Plastic

Massimo Vignelli serving bowls for sale on 1stDibs.

Massimo Vignelli serving bowls are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of plastic and are designed with extraordinary care. Prices for Massimo Vignelli serving bowls can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $619 and can go as high as $619, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $619.

Questions About Massimo Vignelli Serving Bowls

What was Massimo Vignelli most famous for?
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1stDibs ExpertJanuary 19, 2025
Massimo Vignelli was perhaps most famous for the Handkerchief chair, a stackable office chair made of compression-molded plastic that has the look of a cloth floating in the air. It was created for Knoll in 1983. Vignelli and his wife, Lella Vignelli, are also legendary names in branding and were prolific creators of home furnishings, products and interiors. The duo’s modernist furniture collaborations, which spanned 50 years, also left a profound mark on design and wider visual culture. Furniture created by the couple is often labeled as Massimo Vignelli’s alone. However, he fought to have Lella recognized for her work, even throwing away magazines that neglected to give her due credit. Explore a range of Massimo Vignelli furniture on 1stDibs.