Italian modern furniture designer Roberto Lazzeroni uses the term “sentimental design” for the marriage between the past and the future in his work. This approach has also been called “transitive design,” as it bridges familiar traditions with forward-thinking innovation, creating a feeling of both tension and nostalgia. Lazzeroni’s discerning eye for detail has informed an artistic direction for his furniture that reimagines balance, style and class.
Born in Pisa, Italy, Lazzeroni chose to remain in his home city and develop his business there. He studied architecture in Florence, Italy, and was drawn to conceptual art and radical design. When he launched his career in the early 1980s, his work quickly gained notice for its distinctive forms. Lazzeroni was intrigued by industrial interior design, a style he specialized in and described as “fundamental” in the development of industrial products. With a passion for the historical aspects of design, Lazzeroni employed his skill and knowledge to make a noteworthy shift in the style of the era.
Lazzeroni has continued to produce inventive work throughout his dynamic career, including through collaborative projects with furniture brands and companies like Ceccotti Collezioni, Flexform and Poltrona Frau.
He has consistently been a driving force of unique, luxurious and visually striking furniture. He has garnered many prestigious accolades and awards, such as the ELLE DECO International Design Award.
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2013 Ginger Ale Leather Dining Chairs by Roberto Lazzeroni for Poltrona Frau
By Poltrona Frau, Roberto Lazzeroni
Located in Philadelphia, PA
These are Ginger Ale dining chairs designed by Roberto Lazzeroni for Poltrona Frau. The listed price includes one dining chair, and we have two chairs...
Steel
Pair of Brown Leather "Classic Chair" by Roberto Lazzeroni for Ceccotti Collezio
By Ceccotti, Roberto Lazzeroni
Located in Brooklyn, NY
As its name itself suggests, this pair of chairs are one of Ceccotti Collezioni's timeless classics. Designed by the company's celebrated artistic director Roberto Lazzeroni in 2001, the "Classic" has a simple and linear aesthetic that makes it perfect for any setting or décor style. It has a polyurethane foam padded...
Leather, Walnut
$3,450 / set
H 27.56 in W 39.38 in D 33.86 in
Tito Agnoli For Poltrona Frau Leather Lounge Chairs by, Italy 1970s
By Poltrona Frau, Tito Agnoli
Located in Almelo, NL
Mid-Century Modern Lounge chairs by Tito Agnoli For Poltrona Frau, Italy 1970s Magnific set of two lounge chairs manufactured by Poltr...
Leather
Pair Vintage Poltrona Frau Teal Leather Chairs
By Poltrona Frau
Located in Troy, MI
Found in Italy, this pair of sculptural leather covered chairs by Poltrona Frau date from the 1980s. Chairs have a cubist shape with dramatically flared arms and silver tone metal le...
Metal
Italian Period Mid-Century Poltrona Frau Armchairs
By Poltrona Frau
Located in Austin, TX
Italian leather armchairs in the manner of Poltrona Frau, featuring elegant saddle-leather construction with fully wrapped legs and a suspended seat. Architectural winged arms and a ...
Leather
$2,500 / set
H 31 in W 19 in D 21 in
1970s Pair of Nicos Zographos CH66 Brown Leather Cantilever Side Chairs
By Nicos Zographos, General Fireproofing Company
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a pair of CH66 Side Chairs, designed by Nicos Zographos in 1966. The chairs were produced by the General Fireproofing Company. The frames are formed of tubular chrome-plated ...
Steel
Tito Agnoli Black Leather Lounge Chair for Poltrona Frau
By Poltrona Frau
Located in Weesp, NL
Introducing Timeless Elegance: Tito Agnoli's 1980s Black Leather Armchair Le Capanelle by Poltrona Frau Indulge in the epitome of style and comfort with the exquisite black leather ...
Leather
Luxury Post Modern Leather Chairs Poltrona Frau Set of Four
By Roberto Lazzeroni, Poltrona Frau
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Stunning set of four Post-Modern “Ginger” chairs, designed by Roberto Lazzeroni for Poltrona Frau. These elegant dining or side chairs feature a striking combination of saddle brown ...
Leather, Wood
6 “Amelie” Dining Chairs by Claudio Bellini for Poltrona Frau
By Claudio Bellini, Poltrona Frau
Located in Pasadena, TX
6 “Amelie” Claudio Bellini chairs for Poltrona Frau. These chairs encompass simple forms and precious materials In a natural yet sophisticated style. Price is per chair
Leather
$2,262 / set
H 31.5 in W 17.33 in D 19.3 in
Pair of black Leather Chairs by Tito Agnoli for Matteo Grassi, Italy, 1980s
By Matteo Grassi, Tito Agnoli
Located in Berlin, DE
A refined pair of chairs defined by clean lines, a lightly curved backrest, and a restrained, architectural silhouette. Fully wrapped in hand-stitched black saddle leather, they re...
Metal
Ron Arad Albert and Victoria for Moroso Leather Chairs, a Pair
By Ron Arad
Located in Chicago, IL
A continuous flow of curving lines, an image-form drawn without ever lifting the pencil off the paper. Originally a ‘doughnut’ which provided inspiration for a sculpture: squashed, and reworked, using irony to go beyond the usual approach to industrial design. Then the piece itself: the padding and sewn-to-measure upholstery over an inner fibreglass frame reveal the interaction between the technical and expressive merits of the design. Its never-ending lines are sensitive but strong, perfect consonance between surface and form, body and skin. The leather reaches out into the space around it magnifying and reinforcing the materiality of the piece yet without interrupting or overpowering its fluidity. Made it Italy by Moroso designed by Ron Arad (Albert and Victoria...
Leather
Pair of Toscana Chairs by Piero Sartogo for Saporiti
By Saporiti
Located in Milano, IT
The Toscana chairs by Saporiti are renowned for their elegant design and exceptional craftsmanship. Saporiti is an Italian furniture company known for its high-quality and contempora...
Wood
$875Sale Price|30% Off
H 36.25 in W 19 in D 19.25 in
Piero Sartogo and Nathalie Grenon "Avio" Chair for Poltrona Frau
By Poltrona Frau
Located in Miami, FL
Distressed sea-foam green leather Avio chair designed by Piero Sartogo and Nathalie Grenon for Poltrona Frau, 1998. The structure of the back of the A...
Leather, Wood
$8,000Sale Price|20% Off
H 35 in W 42 in D 40 in
Postmodern Walse Leather Lounge Chair by Tito Agnoli for Poltrona Frau, c1990s
By Poltrona Frau, Tito Agnoli
Located in Chino Hills, CA
Experience the timeless elegance and exceptional comfort of this vintage Postmodern Italian "Walse" lounge chair and ottoman set, designed by the renowned Tito Agnoli for Poltrona Fr...
Aluminum
Valet Chair 'Chambre Close' by Roberto Lazzeroni for Ceccotti
By Roberto Lazzeroni
Located in Utrecht, NL
Refined and sculptural Valet chair designed in 1994 by Italian designer Roberto Lazzeroni as a part of Ceccotti Collezioni 's 'Storica' collection. Exceptional handicraft woodwork ...
Leather, Walnut