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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“Calder” Square Coffee Table by Rodolfo Dordoni for Minotti, Italy
By Minotti, Rodolfo Dordoni
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The “Calder” coffee table, designed in 1999 by Rodolfo Dordoni and manufactured in Italy by Minotti, exemplifies Dordoni’s refined approach to modern design, defined by clean lines, ...
Stainless Steel
Pair of "Close" Night Stands / End Tables by Rodolfo Dordoni for Minotti
By Rodolfo Dordoni, Minotti
Located in San Diego, CA
An excellent pair of "Close" night stands / end tables by Rodolfo Dordoni for Minotti, circa 2010s. These contemporary tables features a sleek cross-shaped base with a refined bronze...
Chrome
2010s Minotti Aeron Side Table by Rodolfo Dordoni
By Minotti, Rodolfo Dordoni
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an Aeron side table, designed by Rodolfo Dordoni for Minotti in 2016. The piece was manufactured in Italy. It is hexagonal in form, and has a glossy lacquered sand exterior f...
Lacquer
Rodolfo Dordoni for Minotti "Archipenko" Nightstands, PAIR
By Rodolfo Dordoni, Minotti
Located in North Miami, FL
Two drawers with black nickel metal semi-circular handles, soft close mechanism, shiny black lacquer over wood. Foil manufacturer's label to underside "Minotti Made in Italy"
Nickel
Minotti Lennon Dining Table
By Rodolfo Dordoni, Minotti
Located in Rochester, England
Introducing the Lennon Dining Table by Minotti, a stunning addition to any luxury dining room. Crafted with high quality materials and meticulous attention to detail, this table exud...
Metal
Minotti Bellagio Coffee Table with Steel Base and Silver Beola Top
By Minotti
Located in Dallas, TX
Like new. Minotti Bellagio coffee table with Pewter base finish and Silver Beola Stone top.
Stone, Steel
Vintage Italian Minotti Chrome and Marble Table
By Minotti
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This exceptional vintage dining table, crafted in the prestigious Italian modernist tradition, is a tour de force of late 20th-century design. Anchored by a masterfully sculpted base...
Marble, Steel, Chrome
Minotti Ellis Side Table by Rodolfo Dordoni, Polished Gold, Italy
By Rodolfo Dordoni, Minotti
Located in Dallas, TX
Designed by Rodolfo Dordoni and introduced in 2017, the Ellis side table is a beautiful work of art. Place anywhere you need a side table with restrained elegance. Minotti quality i...
Steel
Minotti Cesar Table in White Shiny Lacquer
By Minotti, Rodolfo Dordoni
Located in Dallas, TX
We have four of these tables available. Minotti's Cesar's table in white shiny lacquer. Goes anywhere and perfect wherever you need a side table with style, performance and elegance.
Wood, Lacquer
2016 Minotti Aeron Small Side / End Table by Rodolfo Dordoni in Wenge
By Rodolfo Dordoni, Minotti
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an ‘Aeron’ side table, designed by Rodolfo Dordoni for Minotti in 2016. The piece was manufactured in Italy. It is hexagonal in form, and has what appears to be a Wenge w...
Wood
Lennon Dining Table by Minotti, Designed by Rodolfo Dordoni. Italy, 21st Century
By Rodolfo Dordoni, Minotti
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Lennon Dining Table by Minotti, designed by Rodolfo Dordoni, is a masterful blend of modern elegance and architectural refinement. This sophisticated table features a sleek table...
Metal, Chrome
Minotti Cesar Table in Off-White Shiny Lacquer
By Rodolfo Dordoni, Minotti
Located in Dallas, TX
We have four of these tables available. Minotti's Cesar's table in off-white shiny lacquer. Goes anywhere and perfect wherever you need a side table with style, performance and elega...
Wood, Lacquer
Marble Side Table by Minotti, Set of Two
By Minotti
Located in Rochester, England
Introducing the stunning Marble Side Table by Minotti, a true statement piece for any luxury living space. Crafted with the finest quality marble, this side table exudes elegance and...
Marble, Metal
Minotti Cesar Table in Plum Shiny Lacquer
By Minotti, Rodolfo Dordoni
Located in Dallas, TX
We have four of these tables available. Minotti's Cesar's table in plum shiny lacquer. Goes anywhere and perfect wherever you need a side table with style, performance and elegance.
Wood, Lacquer
Minotti Italian Modern Surfboard Coffee Table with Chrome Steel Legs
By Minotti
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designer Minotti Italian Modern Surfboard Coffee Table with Steel Legs. Item features sleek steel base, lacquered top, surfboard shape, original label, clean modernist lines, quality...
Steel
Metal Square Coffee Table 'Duchamp' by Rodolfo Dordoni for Minotti, Italy, 1990s
By Rodolfo Dordoni, Minotti
Located in Antwerp, BE
Metal square coffee table, a remarkable piece of furniture designed by the visionary Rodolfo Dordoni in 1998. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, the 'Duchamp' coffee table ...
Metal
H 43.3 in W 23.62 in D 23.62 in
Round High Top Table with Steel Base and Werzalit Top, Cocktail Table
Located in Miami, FL
Round high top table with steel base and werzalit top. Cocktail table Ideal for hospitality.
Iron
H 14 in W 51.13 in D 31.5 in
Brass Clad Coffee Table By Rodolfo Dubarry
By Sarreid Ltd., Rodolfo Dubarry
Located in Houston, TX
Brass Clad Coffee Table By R. Dubarry. Spanish hand hammered riveted brass clad coffee table in the Brutalist style. This stylish brass Parsons style cocktail table was created in th...
Brass
H 11.03 in W 27.56 in D 27.56 in
Coffee Table with Marble Top and Chrome Base
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Coffee table, marble, chrome, Europe, 1980s. Exuding simplicity, this unassuming side table exudes an aura of pure elegance. Its design showcases a square, delicately marble tablet...
Marble, Chrome
H 22 in W 27.75 in D 27.75 in
Alvar Aalto End Tables or Night Stands
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Atlanta, GA
Pair of Alvar Aalto end tables, for Artek, Finland, circa 1980s. They retain their warm original patina. They are a versatile size and can be used as end or side tables, or as night ...
Wood, Birch
H 22.25 in W 23 in D 18 in
Pair of Campaign Style End Tables / Night Stands by Drexel Circa 1960s
By Drexel
Located in Peabody, MA
Pair of campaign style three drawer end tables by Drexel, circa 1960s. At a height of 22", they could also serve quite well as nightstands.
Brass
H 22.25 in W 18 in D 18 in
Pair of Rare Paul McCobb Nightstands for Planner Group
By Winchendon, Planner Group, Paul McCobb
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of highly desirable and rare Paul McCobb nightstands from his Planner Group collection for Winchendon, c.1950s. The pair features an exposed wrought iron frame, single maple dra...
Iron
H 22.84 in Dm 23.63 in
Modernist, Round Sofa/ Coffee Table, Polished Stainless Steel Base and Glass Top
By GMD Berlin
Located in Berlin, DE
Round sofa/ coffee table in Modernist Look produced by GMD Berlin. Stainless steel base with wood insertion and glass top.
Stainless Steel
H 21 in W 22 in D 27 in
Fabulous Pair of Heritage Henredon End Table/ Night Stands in Flame Mahogony
By Henredon
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Gorgeous Pair of parsons style end table/ night stands by Heritage Henredon, circa 1960. Wonderful flame mahogany top with a lovely ...
Wood
H 28.94 in W 86.62 in D 31.5 in
Refectory Dining Table
Located in Kastrup, DK
Table crafted from the rare tropical hardwood narra, one of the Philippines’ most sought-after precious woods due to its deep, warm tone and exceptional durability. The tabletop is c...
Wood
H 16 in W 60 in D 20 in
Solid Stainless Steel Heavy Base Rectangular Coffee Table with Parquet Top
By Paul McCobb, Florence Knoll
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Very nice Mid-Century Modern coffee table.
Stainless Steel
H 36.13 in W 36.07 in D 19.32 in
Pair of Large Mastercraft Burl Elm & Brass End Tables or Night Stands w/ Drawers
By Mastercraft, William Doezema
Located in St. Louis, MO
Beautiful pair of late 1960s Mastercraft Furniture Co. large 36" square two tier end tables or nightstands in exotic burl elm with brass trim accents and knobs. Both having a single ...
Brass
H 14 in W 48 in D 31.5 in
Contemporary Coffee Table, Attributed to Minotti, Glass Top with Espresso Frame
By Minotti
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A contemporary coffee table attributed to Minotti. The piece combines a smoked glass top with a streamlined espresso-stained wood frame, balancing modernist clarity with warmth. Its ...
Smoked Glass, Wood
H 18 in Dm 14 in
Minotti Cesar Table in Black Shiny Lacquer
By Minotti, Rodolfo Dordoni
Located in Dallas, TX
We have four of these tables available. Minotti's Cesar's table in black shiny lacquer. Goes anywhere and perfect wherever you need a side table with style, performance and elegance.
Wood, Lacquer
H 16.5 in Dm 13.75 in
Rodolfo Dordoni "Kitaj" Style Side Table
By Minotti, Rodolfo Dordoni
Located in Astoria, NY
Rodolfo Dordoni for Minotti "Kitaj" Style Side Table, turned wood with four macassar butterfly joints. 16.5" H x 13.75" Diameter. Provenance: From a New York City Area Collection.
Wood, Macassar
H 11 in Dm 47.25 in
Minotti x Rodolfo Dordoni Bender Steel and Smoked Glass Italian Coffee Table
By Minotti, Rodolfo Dordoni
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
A Minotti x Rodolfo Dordoni Bender coffee table. This Italian coffee table has a chic modern design. The frame is a satin finished piece of steel, sculpted into a waving form. The to...
Steel
H 17.5 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in
"Elliott" Side Tables in Gunmetal & Marble by Rodolfo Dordoni for Minotti
By Rodolfo Dordoni, Minotti
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of "Elliott" side tables designed by Rodolfo Dordoni and manufactured in Italy by Minotti. The cube, the simplest of shapes, is inherent to the nature of the Elliott "Outdoor" ...
Marble, Steel
H 16.54 in W 55.12 in D 27.56 in
Rodolfo Dordoni for Minotti Clyfford Blue Gloss Coffee Table
By Minotti, Rodolfo Dordoni
Located in Rochester, England
Originally designed by Rodolfo Dordoni in 2010 and manufactured by Minotti, this Clyfford coffee table is a fantastic example of contemporary Italian design. The table has a laser c...
Wood
H 13 in W 47.25 in D 47.25 in
"Huber" Onyx & Chrome Coffee Table by Rodolfo Dordoni for Minotti
By Minotti, Rodolfo Dordoni
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Materials: Onyx Stone, Polished Chrome Metal Style: Contemporary Modern
Onyx, Chrome
H 10.5 in W 33.5 in D 58 in
Minotti Low-Profile Chrome Coffee Table with Stone Top
By Minotti
Located in Toronto, CA
A large scale, low profile coffee table in cool chrome with a stone top. Simple in its form and materials.
Stone, Metal
H 15.75 in W 31.5 in D 31.5 in
Metal Square Coffee Table 'Duchamp' by Rodolfo Dordoni for Minotti, Italy, 1990s
By Minotti, Rodolfo Dordoni
Located in Antwerp, BE
Coffee Table; Minotti; 1998; Rodolfo Dordoni; Square Table; SIde Table; Metal; Modernism; Italy; Minimal Design; 2000s; 1990s Metal square coffee table...
Metal
H 40 in W 33 in D 36 in
Gigi Radice for Minotti Wingback Chairs and Tommi Parzinger Dining Table
By Minotti, Gigi Radice
Located in Los Angeles, CA
*Consolidated listing for client, pair of Gigi Radice lounge chairs and Tommi Parzinger dining table, detailed below: This pair of 1960s Gigi Radice for Minotti leather...
Brass
H 12.6 in Dm 39.38 in
Rodolfo Dordoni for Minotti Caulfield Glass Coffee Table
By Rodolfo Dordoni, Minotti
Located in Rochester, England
Originally designed by Rodolfo Dordoni for Minotti in 2003, the Caulfield coffee table is a fantastic example of contemporary Italian desig...
Glass
H 25.2 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in
Minotti by Rodolfo Dordoni Leger Brushed Steel Side Tables, Set of Two
By Rodolfo Dordoni, Minotti
Located in Rochester, England
Designed by Rodolfo Dordoni for Minotti, the Leger side table formed part of the 1998 Collection which celebrated simple, elegant shapes and linear style. Constructed from brushed...
Steel
H 25.2 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in
Minotti by Rodolfo Dordoni Leger Brushed Steel Side Table
By Rodolfo Dordoni, Minotti
Located in Rochester, England
Designed by Rodolfo Dordoni for Minotti, the Leger side table formed part of the 1998 Collection which celebrated simple, elegant shapes and linear style. Constructed from brushed...
Steel