Tradition, exquisite craftsmanship and incomparable quality are at the heart of Minotti, a family-owned furniture design company founded in 1948. But so is being a representative of the best of “Made in Italy” on the global level.
Minotti was established as a small-scale artisan workshop by Alberto Minotti in his hometown of Meda, not far from Milan. The company became known for refined upholstered sofas and other seating, and its profile expanded considerably during the 1950s and 1960s. A collaboration with designer and architect Gigi Radice during the era led to some of the brand’s most classic and coveted mid-century pieces, such as his playful and brightly colored curved sofa and armchairs.
Alberto’s sons, Roberto and Renato, had worked with their father intermittently to learn the family business and, with their mother’s encouragement, took the reins when the patriarch passed away in 1991. By the end of the 20th century, Minotti had grown into an internationally renowned company, helmed by the second and third generations of the Minotti family.
Minotti isn’t a name that is splashed across magazine covers, but the brand is revered for its clever seating systems, such as its flexible and understated Hamilton collection of sofas and chaise longues padded with goose down and classic upholstered furniture, as well as its sleek, modern Elliott coffee tables, which integrate premium marble and polished gold. This marriage of elegant contemporary design coupled with respect for tradition reflects Minotti’s design process: Expert artisans use traditional Italian skills and techniques to hand-finish products made by precise and cutting-edge industrial machinery.
The manufacturing process for Minotti's sophisticated Rivera armchairs and sofas, which include woven polypropylene-fiber backrests and tubular metal frames, for example, begins with computer-controlled machinery that assembles the structures based on designs, but the pieces are joined and finished by hand. It is telling that the company’s motto, known as the Minotti Code, is “Innovation in the spirit of continuity.”
In the late 1990s, Renato and Roberto Minotti initiated a partnership with Milanese architect and designer Rodolfo Dordoni — who created the Elliott tables — and also launched Minotti Studio, the “creative soul of the company” that is central to engineering, design, supply-chain logistics and more. Collaborations over the years have included projects with Nendo, Marcio Kogan and Studio MK27, Christophe Delcourt and more.
Today, Minotti has a presence in almost 70 countries, and the company’s offerings — which span collections for indoor and outdoor residential and hospitality spaces — include everything from lounge chairs to tables to sideboards, armchairs and more.
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$22,500 / set
Massive 5 Piece Modular Sectional Sofa by Minotti
By Minotti, Rodolfo Dordoni
Located in Las Vegas, NV
This is a wonderful 5 pieces modular Hamilton Sofa by Rodolfo Dordoni for Minotti. The set is comprised of 2 Armless loveseats, a corner piece, a chaise piece and an oversized ottoma...
Chrome
1950s Italian Two-Seater Sofa by Gigi Radice for Minotti in Rubelli Fabric
By Minotti, Gigi Radice
Located in Brescia, Brescia
A beautifully proportioned 1950s Italian two-seater sofa designed by Gigi Radice and produced by Minotti, this piece captures the soft elegance and sculptural charm of Italian mid-ce...
Brass
Gigi Radice Mid-Century Modern Italian Sofa for Minotti, 1950s
By Minotti, Gigi Radice
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Sofa designed by Gigi Radice for Minotti. Made with a solid wood frame and green velvet upholstery, brass legs, and black lacquered metal. It is recommended to replace the worn uphol...
Metal, Brass
Impeccable Hamilton Sofa by Rodolfo Dordoni for Minotti
By Minotti, Rodolfo Dordoni
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A masterclass in modern elegance, this custom Hamilton sofa exemplifies Minotti's commitment to refined craftsmanship and understated sophistication. With sculptural lines, luxurious...
Nickel
Gigi Radice Mid-Century Modern Italian Sofa for Minotti, 1950s
By Minotti, Gigi Radice
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Sofa designed by Gigi Radice for Minotti. Made with solid wood structure and blue velvet upholstery and black lacquered metal legs. The upholstery has been redone.
Metal
Enzo Minotti Italian Sofa in Luxurious Velvet, 1950s
By Minotti
Located in Bochum, NRW
Large sofa, four seats, designed by Enzo Minotti, Mid-Century Modern, 1950s. Wooden structure reupholstered in luxurious Rubelli velvet. Wood feet. Angular shaped design, with comfor...
Upholstery, Velvet, Wood
Gigi Radice Mid-Century Modern Italian Velvet Curved Sofa for Minotti, 1950s
By Minotti, Gigi Radice
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Sofa designed by Gigi Radice for Minotti. Made with solid wood structure and ivory velvet upholstery and polished brass legs. The sofa is authentic, only the upholstery has been repl...
Brass
Newly Upholstered Gigi Radice Sofa in Green and Grey for Minotti, Italy, 1950s
By Gigi Radice, Minotti
Located in Berlin, DE
Gigi Radice sofa for Minotti Italy, 1950s. Newly upholstered in a velvet Dedar fabric.
Brass
Gigi Radice Mid-Century Modern Italian Velvet Sofa for Minotti, 1950s
By Minotti, Gigi Radice
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Sofa designed by Gigi Radice for Minotti. Made with solid wood structure and light gray velvet upholstery and polished brass legs. The sofa is authentic, only the upholstery has been...
Brass
$9,329Sale Price / set|52% Off
Superb Pair of Minotti “Andersen” Chaise Sofas Daybed in Geometric Linen Fabric
By Minotti
Located in Barrowford, GB
This is a superb, identical pair of Minotti “Andersen” Chaise Sofas (which, as you will see, can be configured to create a sofa/daybed) dressed in a p...
Linen
1970s Italian Minotti 3-Seater Sofa, Newly Upholstered
By Minotti
Located in Toronto, CA
Newly reupholstered Minotti sofa, its bold geometry complemented by the intricate design of the new textile. Roomy seating area makes way for creative lounging, while the open space ...
Steel
Italian Hamilton Sofa by Minotti
By Minotti
Located in Austin, TX
Sofa from Italy made by Minotti. Founded in 1948; Minotti is a world-renowned company based in Italy that designs and produces some of the most sought-after contemporary furniture. The Hamilton sofa...
Metal
Gigi Radice Mid-Century Modern Italian Sofa for Minotti, 1950s
By Minotti, Gigi Radice
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Sofa designed by Gigi Radice for Minotti. Made with solid wood structure and blue velvet covering and legs in brass and black lacquered metal. It is recommended to replace the lining...
Brass
Minotti “Spencer” Three Seat Sofa by Rodolfo Dordoni
By Minotti, Rodolfo Dordoni
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a "Spencer" three seat sofa, designed by Rodolfo Dordoni and produced by Minotti. The sofa was produced circa 2020 and appears to have only been lightly used. Condition overa...
Aluminum
$8,200
Leather Sofa by Minotti
By Minotti
Located in Austin, TX
Sofa, Italian, with “millefiori” leather on a nickel base. It is in brand new condition.
Nickel
2011 Minotti Williams Three Seat Sofa by Rodolfo Dordoni in Grey Fabric
By Rodolfo Dordoni, Minotti
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a large three-seater Williams sofa, initially designed by Rodolfo Dordoni for Minotti in 2009. This example dates to 2011. Its design consists of a solid stainless-steel fram...
Steel
$2,367Sale Price|56% Off
Italian Mid-Century Design Sofa Peluche, 1950s Original Fabric by Gigi Radice
By Minotti, Gigi Radice
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Italian Mid-Century design sofa Peluche 1950s original fabric, designed by Gigi Radice, manufactured by Renzo Minotti, Meda, circa 1957. Including shipping worldwide.
Brass
Six Piece Mid Century Boxy Modern Modular or Sectional L Shaped Sofa
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A classic boxy modular sofa circa 1970's. A very simple timeless design. Single chairs measures W 28 D 35, corner piece measures W 35 D 35, and the ottoman measures W 29 D 29. Fabric...
Fabric
Minotti Light Grey Sectional Sofa
By Rodolfo Dordoni, Minotti
Located in Basildon, London
Introducing the epitome of modern luxury - the Light Grey Sectional Sofa by Minotti. This piece exudes sophistication and elegance, perfect for any contemporary living space. Crafted...
Fabric
1970s "Patate" 7-Piece Modular Sofa by Airborne
Located in Toronto, CA
The “Patate” modular sofa by Airborne France radiates the playful optimism of its time. Composed of seven interlocking sections, it can twist, arc, or tuck neatly into a corner, adap...
Foam, Fabric
$6,642
H 35.44 in W 84.65 in D 39.38 in
Gigi Radice Mid-Century Modern Italian Velvet Curved Sofa for Minotti, 1950s
By Minotti, Gigi Radice
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Sofa designed by Gigi Radice for Minotti. Made with solid wood structure and ivory velvet upholstery and polished brass legs. The sofa is authentic, only the upholstery has been repl...
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Italian Velvet Curved Sofa, 1950s
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Curved four-seat sofa of Italian design, structure and legs in solid wood, velvet upholstery, 1950s production, Condition as shown in the photos, it is advisable to redo the upholstery.
Velvet, Beech, Fir
1980s Modular Ganging ELYSÉE Sofa Unit Sectional by Steelcase
By Steelcase, Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in Bensalem, PA
Great six piece Steelcase modular sectional sofa
Upholstery
$3,749Sale Price|20% Off
H 34.26 in W 45.28 in D 23.63 in
Italian Turquoise Velvet Sofa by Cesare Lacca, 1950s
By Cesare Lacca
Located in Nicolosi, IT
Elegant two-seater sofa designed by Cesare Lacca in Italy during the 1950s. This sculptural piece embodies the refined balance between organic form and architectural precision typica...
Velvet, Wood
Curved sofa in wood and velvet upholstery, Italy, 1950s
By Gio Ponti
Located in Chiavari, Liguria
A curved sofa in wood and fabric, velvet upholstery, Italian craftsmanship, in the style of Gio Ponti, 1950s. Comfort demands curved lines, and this Italian sofa perfectly meets the...
Velvet, Wood
$3,246Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 31.89 in W 30.71 in D 31.5 in
Mid-Century Pair of Lounge Chairs by Gigi Radice for Minotti, Italy, 1950s
By Gigi Radice, Minotti
Located in Catania, CT
Set of two armchairs with brass feet and original fabric with evident trace of age and use and some rips. Designed by Gigi Radice and manufactured in Italy during the 50s.
Brass
$2,200 / set
H 35.04 in W 33.47 in D 30.71 in
Pair of Gigi Radice Club / Lounge Armchairs for Minotti, 1950s Italy, Red Fabric
By Gigi Radice, Ico Parisi, Gio Ponti, Minotti
Located in Grand Cayman, KY
Pair of original Mid-Century Modern Italian armchairs designed by Luigi (Gigi) Radice for Minotti, Italy in the 1950s. A design that defined an important period of Italian design, it...
Brass
Osvaldo Borsani, Rare Curved Sofa, Velvet, Metal, Italy, 1950s
By Osvaldo Borsani, Tecno
Located in High Point, NC
A rare curved black-coated metal and grey velvet sofa designed by Osvaldo Borsani and produced by Tecno, Italy, 1950s. Seat Height (inches): 13.5" Arm Height (inches): 18" All ite...
Metal
$6,000 / set
H 28 in W 152 in D 90 in
Selig Large 7-Piece Sectional or Modular Parsons Sofa Set, Mid-Century Modern
By Selig
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed and made in the USA, this 7-piece sectional sofa was produced by Selig in the early days of the company. Typically Selig is known today for importing Danish furniture and de...
Fabric
Minotti Beige Sectional Sofa
By Minotti
Located in Basildon, London
Introducing the stunning Sectional Sofa by Minotti, a luxurious addition to any living space. Crafted with the finest materials, this sofa boasts a sleek and modern design that exude...
Fabric
Minotti HAMILTON Cream Fabric Two-Seater Sofa
By Minotti
Located in Basildon, London
This cream 2-seater sofa by Minotti, crafted in 2018, combines modern design with luxurious comfort. The fabric upholstery and sleek lines make it ideal for contemporary living space...
Fabric
Minotti By Rodolfo Dordoni Donovan Grey Sofa
By Minotti, Rodolfo Dordoni
Located in Basildon, London
Designed by Rodolfo Dordoni for Minotti, the Donovan sofa embodies timeless Italian design. A one-piece seating system made up of a grouping of slender shapes that reveal a surprisin...
Fabric
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H 32.29 in W 105.52 in D 40.56 in
Minotti by Rodolfo Dordoni Grey Fabric Andersen Line Modular Sofa
By Minotti, Rodolfo Dordoni
Located in Basildon, London
Designed by Rodolfo Dordoni for Minotti, the Andersen Line sofa formed part of the 2010 Senza Tempo Collection and embodies timeless Italian design. Fully upholstered in grey fabric...
Fabric
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H 26.78 in W 128.75 in D 38.59 in
Minotti by Rodolfo Dordoni Purple Fabric Seymour Low 02 Semi Round Sofa
By Minotti, Rodolfo Dordoni
Located in Basildon, London
Originally designed by Roldolfo Dordoni in 2015 and manufactured by Minotti, the Seymour semi round low sofa is a fantastic example of modern Italian design. With a curvaceous silhouette, the sofa has a semi-circular seat with a curved tuxedo style backrest and sits on slimline bronze aluminum bars. The sofa is fully upholstered in custom Gaston...
Fabric
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H 35.44 in W 86.62 in D 43.31 in
20th Century Italian Curved Sofa By Gigi Radice For Minotti, c.1960
By Minotti, Gigi Radice
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
A curved sofa made in Italy in the middle part of the 20th century. The sofa has been upholstered in a sumptuous crimson boucle’ fabric, the striking mid century design with sharp an...
Fabric
Rodolfo Dordoni for Minotti Blue Leather Seymour Low 01 Sofa
By Minotti, Rodolfo Dordoni
Located in Basildon, London
Originally designed by Roldolfo Dordoni in 2015 and manufactured by Minotti, the Seymour low sofa is a fantastic example of modern Italian design. With a curvaceous silhouette, the ...
Leather
Rodolfo Dordoni for Minotti Andersen White Fabric Armless Sofa
By Minotti, Rodolfo Dordoni
Located in Basildon, London
Designed by Rodolfo Dordoni for Minotti, the Andersen sofa formed part of the 2010 Senza Tempo Collection and embodies timeless Italian design. Fully upholstered in white fabric, ...
Pewter
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H 20.48 in W 112.21 in D 40.16 in
Minotti by Rodolfo Dordoni Andersen White Fabric Three Seater Sofa
By Minotti, Rodolfo Dordoni
Located in Basildon, London
Designed by Rodolfo Dordoni for Minotti, the Andersen sofa formed part of the 2010 Senza Tempo Collection and embodies timeless Italian design. Fully upholstered in white fabric, ...
Fabric
Gigi Radice Mid-Century Modern Italian Sofa for Minotti, 1950s
By Gigi Radice, Minotti
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Sofa designed by Gigi Radice for Minotti. Made with solid wood structure, fabric upholstery with golden aluminum legs. The sofa needs a new upholstery.
Aluminum
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H 31.5 in W 74.81 in D 31.5 in
Gigi Radice Mid-Century Modern Italian Velvet Curved Sofa for Minotti, 50s
By Gigi Radice, Minotti
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Curved sofa designed by Gigi Radice for Minotti. It was made with a solid wood structure and blue velvet upholstery with metal and brass legs. The structure is authentic, only the up...
Velvet, Fir
Vintage Contemporary Minotti Three Seat Chartreuse Sofa
By Minotti
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A spectacular vintage Contemporary sofa. Made by the iconic Italian group Minotti Collezioni. A gorgeous Chartreuse green in a chic wide wea...
Upholstery