Massimo Vignelli Living Room Sets

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

20th Century Two-Seater Sofa by Lella and Massimo Vignelli for Poltronova

$7,578

20th Century Two-Seater Sofa by Lella and Massimo Vignelli for Poltronova

By Massimo Vignelli, Poltronova

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

A lovely two seater sofa designed by the Italian designer couple Lella and Massimo Vignelli. Produced by Poltronova of Florence, the sofa is a design classic with a wonderful off-white and red combination for the frame and cushions respectively. Although the original cushions show some signs of distress, they are still supple and have no rips and tears, ready to be enjoyed by the new owner for many years still. CONDITION In Good Condition - Some wear and tear to the leather consummate with age. However no rips or tears, a good distressed look which has plenty of use still...

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20th Century Italian Massimo Vignelli Living Room Sets

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Leather

20th Century Two-Seater Sofa by Lella and Massimo Vignelli for Poltronova

$7,578

20th Century Two-Seater Sofa by Lella and Massimo Vignelli for Poltronova

By Massimo Vignelli

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

A lovely two seater sofa designed by the Italian designer couple Lella and Massimo Vignelli. Produced by Poltronova of Florence, the sofa is a design classic with a wonderful black a...

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20th Century Italian Massimo Vignelli Living Room Sets

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Leather

Kaare Klint Two-Seat Sofa for Rud. Rasmussen

$5,720

H 33.86 in W 52.76 in D 31.89 in

Kaare Klint Two-Seat Sofa for Rud. Rasmussen

By Kaare Klint, Rud Rasmussen

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Kaare Klint freestanding two-seat sofas on six-legged, profiled mahogany cross-frame. Sides, seat and back upholstered with black horsehair. Executed by Rud. Rasmussen, Copenhagen.

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Massimo Vignelli Living Room Sets

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Leather, Mahogany

20th Century Italian Design Velvet Modular Sofa by Busnelli, 1970s

$9,534Sale Price / set|20% Off

H 27.56 in W 33.86 in D 35.44 in

20th Century Italian Design Velvet Modular Sofa by Busnelli, 1970s

By Busnelli

Located in Casale Monferrato, IT

Rare Italian design modular sofa, 1970s in brown velvet. The sofa is modular and made up of four armchairs. Busnelli brand present on each armchair. The measurements indicated are fo...

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1970s Italian Vintage Massimo Vignelli Living Room Sets

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Velvet

Mid-Century Modern Italian Three-Seat "Coronado" Sofa by Tobia Scarpa for B&B

$4,647

H 29.93 in W 84.65 in D 35.44 in

Mid-Century Modern Italian Three-Seat "Coronado" Sofa by Tobia Scarpa for B&B

By Tobia Scarpa, B&B Italia

Located in Prato, IT

Mid-Century Modern Italian three-seat flamingo pink velvet "Coronado" sofa by Tobia Scarpa for B&B. Project from 1960s The sofa can come as a living room set together with its pair ...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Massimo Vignelli Living Room Sets

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Velvet, Wood

Kaare Klint Two-Seat Sofa for Rud. Rasmussen

$15,254

H 33.86 in W 52.76 in D 31.89 in

Kaare Klint Two-Seat Sofa for Rud. Rasmussen

By Kaare Klint, Rud Rasmussen

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Kaare Klint freestanding two-seat sofa on six-legged, profiled mahogany cross-frame. Sides, seat and back upholstered with patinated leather. Executed by Rud. Rasmussen, Copenhagen. ...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Massimo Vignelli Living Room Sets

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Leather, Mahogany

Børge Mogensen Two Seater Sofa for Fredericia Furniture

$5,720

H 33.08 in W 50.4 in D 32.29 in

Børge Mogensen Two Seater Sofa for Fredericia Furniture

By Børge Mogensen

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Freestanding two seater sofa with legs of oak. Sides, back and loose cushions upholstered with natural tanned ox-hide. Model 2208. Manufactured and marked by Fredericia Stolefabrik.

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1990s Danish Mid-Century Modern Massimo Vignelli Living Room Sets

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Leather, Oak

Kaare Klint Two-Seat Sofa for Rud. Rasmussen

$4,528

H 36.23 in W 53.55 in D 29.53 in

Kaare Klint Two-Seat Sofa for Rud. Rasmussen

By Kaare Klint, Rud Rasmussen

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Kaare Klint freestanding two-seat sofas. Frame of mahogany. Sides, seat and back upholstered with fabric. Executed by Rud. Rasmussen, Copenhagen.

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Massimo Vignelli Living Room Sets

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Leather, Mahogany

Massimo and Lella Vignelli "Saratoga" Living Room Set Poltronova, 1960s

$9,295Sale Price / set|35% Off

H 23.63 in W 82.68 in D 35.44 in

Massimo and Lella Vignelli "Saratoga" Living Room Set Poltronova, 1960s

By Poltronova, Massimo and Lella Vignelli

Located in Padova, IT

Exceptional Saratoga set designed by Massimo and Lella Vignella, produced by Poltronova, Italy 1960s. A beautiful living room set composed of two sofas (three-seater/two-seater) and...

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Massimo Vignelli Living Room Sets

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Leather, Wood

Complete Living Room Sofa and Armchairs Design Sergio Asti for Poltronova, 1962

$11,387Sale Price / set|35% Off

H 23.63 in W 82.68 in D 31.5 in

Complete Living Room Sofa and Armchairs Design Sergio Asti for Poltronova, 1962

By Sergio Asti, Poltronova

Located in taranto, IT

Splendid living room with sofa and pair of armchairs, "zelda" model, designed by sergio asti for poltronova in 1962 The sofa measures 210 cm in length, 80 cm in depth and 60 cm in...

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1960s Italian Vintage Massimo Vignelli Living Room Sets

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Leather, Wood

Børge Mogensen Two Seater Sofa for Fredericia Furniture

$9,295

H 31.89 in W 62.21 in D 31.5 in

Børge Mogensen Two Seater Sofa for Fredericia Furniture

By Børge Mogensen

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Børge Mogensen freestanding two seater sofa mounted on walnut legs. Sides, back and loose cushions upholstered with natural tanned leather. Manufactured by Fredericia Furniture in 1974.

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1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Massimo Vignelli Living Room Sets

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Leather, Walnut

Afra and Tobia Scarpa Brown Leather Two-Seater Soriana Sofa for Cassina, 1969

$12,245Sale Price|25% Off

H 26.38 in W 66.93 in D 39.38 in

Afra and Tobia Scarpa Brown Leather Two-Seater Soriana Sofa for Cassina, 1969

By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Cassina

Located in Vicenza, IT

Soriana two-seater sofa, designed by Afra and Tobia Scarpa, and produced by the Italian manufacturer Cassina in 1969. It features its original brown leather upholstery. Winner of t...

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1960s Italian Space Age Vintage Massimo Vignelli Living Room Sets

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Chrome

Massimo and Lella Vignelli for Poltronova 'Saratoga' Two-Seater Sofa

$11,800

H 24.41 in W 59.06 in D 39.38 in

Massimo and Lella Vignelli for Poltronova 'Saratoga' Two-Seater Sofa

By Massimo and Lella Vignelli, Poltronova

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Massimo and Lella Vignelli for Poltronova, 'Saratoga' two-seat sofa, polyester lacquered wood, leather, Italy, 1964. This two-seat sofa named 'Saratoga' is designed by Italian desig...

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Massimo Vignelli Living Room Sets

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Leather, Polyester

Kaare Klint Pair of Two-Seat Sofa for Rud. Rasmussen

$20,498 / set

H 33.86 in W 52.76 in D 31.89 in

Kaare Klint Pair of Two-Seat Sofa for Rud. Rasmussen

By Rud Rasmussen, Kaare Klint

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Kaare Klint pair of freestanding two-seat sofas on six-legged, profiled mahogany cross-frame. Sides, seat and back upholstered with patinated leather. Executed by Rud. Rasmussen, Cop...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Massimo Vignelli Living Room Sets

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Leather, Mahogany

Previously Available Items

Italian Saratoga Sofa Set in Leather by Massimo Vignelli for Poltronova 1970s

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H 25.6 in W 82.68 in D 35.44 in

Italian Saratoga Sofa Set in Leather by Massimo Vignelli for Poltronova 1970s

By Poltronova, Massimo Vignelli

Located in Byron Bay, NSW

Poltronova set by Massimo Vignelli in orange leather 1970s two armchairs and one three seater sofa in excellent condition, reupholstery by Poltronova in Italy.

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Massimo Vignelli Living Room Sets

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Leather, Wood

Massimo Vignelli living room sets for sale on 1stDibs.

Massimo Vignelli living room sets are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of leather and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Massimo Vignelli living room sets, although black editions of this piece are particularly popular. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider living room sets by Massimo and Lella Vignelli, Kartell, and Driade. Prices for Massimo Vignelli living room sets can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $6,998 and can go as high as $52,400, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $7,057.

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Questions About Massimo Vignelli Living Room Sets

What was Massimo Vignelli most famous for?
1 Answer
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.

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