Entrepreneur Aurelio Zanotta founded Zanotta in 1954 in Nova Milanese, Italy. Originally called Zanotta Poltrona, it specialized in traditional furniture. By the early 1960s, however, Zanotta had established a reputation for edgy mid-century modern design. Today’s vintage furniture collectors know the brand well for its innovative and wholly sculptural chairs, coffee tables and more.
One of Zanotta’s earliest successes was the Mezzadro stool — better known as the Tractor stool — designed by Pier Giacomo Castiglioni and his brother Achille in the late 1950s. In 1965, Zanotta was among the first furniture companies to work with expanded polyurethane foam and frameless construction, such as for the Throw-Away sofas and armchairs designed by Willie Landels. Another popular design was the Blow chair — designed by Jonathan De Pas, Donato D’Urbino, Paolo Lomazzi and Carla Scolari — viewed by many as a physical expression of late '60s carefree culture.
In 1969, amid the provocative movement we now call Italian Radical Design, Zanotta’s Sacco chair garnered major attention. The boundary-pushing beanbag chair was the brainchild of designers Piero Gatti, Cesare Paolini and Franco Teodoro who presented it to Aurelio Zanotta as a transparent vinyl sack loosely filled with small polystyrene balls. He suggested its signature brightly colored leather.
The Sacco chair won the 1970 ADI Design Museum’s Compasso d’Oro award. In 1972, the Museum of Modern Art in New York included it in the landmark exhibition “Italy: The New Domestic Landscape” curated by designer Emilio Ambasz. In 2020, it received a Compasso d’Oro ADI Lifetime Achievement Award for 50 years of enduring popularity. It is now in museum collections around the world including the Triennale Design Museum of Milan, the Musée des Arts Décoratifs in Paris, and London’s Victoria & Albert Museum.
After Aurelio Zanotta died in 1991, the company remained in his family and has been run by his three children since 2002. Zanotta continues to set the bar high for furniture design with trend-setting pieces.
On 1stDibs, find a collection of vintage Zanotta seating, tables and other furniture.
"Marcuso" Square Chrome Coffee Table by Marco Zanuso for Zanotta, Italy 1970s
By Marco Zanuso, Zanotta
Located in Roma, IT
Wonderful Mid-Century “Marcuso” square coffee in chrome plated metal completed by a thick square shaped glass. This stylish table designed by Marco Zanuso and produced by Zanotta in ...
Crystal, Chrome
Achille Castiglioni for Zanotta "Servomuto" coffee table, Italy 1970s
By Zanotta, Achille Castiglioni
Located in Naples, IT
Servomuto coffee table from the Servi collection by Achille Castiglioni for Zanotta, 1974. Servomute, light and easy to move, it is the worthy heir to Franco Albini's essential, eleg...
Steel
Pair of “Brighella” Stools/Side Tables by Zanotta in Black Leather, 1980s
By Zanotta
Located in Brescia, Brescia
A rare and versatile pair from the Zanotta Historical Archive Collection, these “Brighella” pieces can serve as elegant side tables or stylish low stools. Designed in the 1980s, they...
Metal, Stainless Steel
Kioko side table De Pas, D'urbino, Lomazzi postmodern 80s style
By Zanotta, Gionathan de Pas & Donato D’Urbino & Paolo Lomazzi
Located in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
Kioko side table designed by De Pas, D'urbino, Lomazzi. This table was published in the early 90s. Legs are probably aluminum. Table top is painted wood. To Europe and Asia buyers....
Steel
$1,147 / item
Zanotta Teti Small Table by Prospero Rasulo
By Prospero Rasulo, Zanotta
Located in New York, NY
Occasional table. Freeze-resistant frame in fine porcelainized grès with thickness controlled two-layering applied by hand and baked at 1250°C with a 36 hour processing cycle, colour...
Porcelain
"Sanmarco" Steel and Glass Coffee Table by Gae Aulenti for Zanotta, Italy, 1980s
By Gae Aulenti, Zanotta
Located in Milan, IT
"Sanmarco" model 685 coffee table by Gae Aulenti for Zanotta. Chrome-plated frame and long movable glass top.
Steel
Memphis Side Coffee Table Servomuto Castiglioni Zanotta, Italy 80s
By Achille Castiglioni, Zanotta
Located in Saarbruecken, DE
Mid-century side coffee table "Servomuto" designed by A. Castiglioni for Zanotta, Italy 1974. Signed. Artist customized with new finish.
Metal
Volcano Table by Ettore Sottsass for Zanotta
By Ettore Sottsass, Zanotta
Located in Chicago, IL
c. 1980s. Italy. Very rare tri leg table with chrome legs and patterned top. Tagged.
Chrome
Brighella Black Leather and Chrome Side Table for Zanotta, Historical Archive
By Zanotta
Located in Miami, FL
Brighella 634 side table from the Historical Archive collection of Zanotta Spa., 1980s. Top is stain resistant black leather stitched into a black l...
Chrome
Zanotta Customizable Color Tod Side Table by Todd Bracher
By Todd Bracher, Zanotta
Located in New York, NY
Small table. Polypropylene frame and glossy lacquer finish in the colours talc, wax, hemp, caramel, orange, amaranth, grass green, espresso or black. Organic quality Tod is entirely...
Lacquer
Customizable Color Zanotta Tempo Side Table by Prospero Rasulo
By Prospero Rasulo, Zanotta
Located in New York, NY
Small table - stand. Stiff polyurethane cones, steel stem, glossy lacquer in the colours talc, wax, lilac, hemp, caramel, orange, amaranth, grass green, espresso or black. His ‘time...
Steel
Customizable Color Zanotta Tempo Side Tall Table by Prospero Rasulo
By Zanotta, Prospero Rasulo
Located in New York, NY
Small table - stand. Stiff polyurethane cones, steel stem, glossy lacquer in the colours talc, wax, lilac, hemp, caramel, orange, amaranth, grass green, espresso or black. His ‘time...
Steel
Postmodern Animal Vintage Side Table Sirfo Alessandro Mendini Zanotta Edizione
By Alessandro Mendini, Zanotta
Located in Vienna, AT
Post-Modern vintage side table sirfo goose table from cast aluminum in silver color with yellow beak by Alessando Mendini for Zanotta edizione 1986, Italy....
Aluminum
Italian Postmodern “Sirfo” Side Table, Alessandro Mendini for Zanotta, 1980s
By Zanotta, Alessandro Mendini
Located in Milano, IT
The Sirfo side table is a mesmerizing creation envisioned by the legendary Alessandro Mendini for the renowned design house Zanotta. This avant-garde piece effortlessly merges art and functionality flaunting a harmonious blend of clean lines and playful curves. Its sinuous silhouette evokes a sense of fluidity, inviting the beholder to explore its contours and discover new perspectives at every angle. A true testament to Mendini's mastery, it challenges the notions of traditional furniture design and is able to adapt to various living spaces, whether placed in a cozy corner...
Aluminum
Zanotta Set of Two Servomuto Side Tables by Design Achille Castiglioni
By Zanotta
Located in New York, NY
Second dimension: 50x86cm of the range Servi by Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, 1974 Small table. Base in polypropylene and steel rod painted, colour talc or black. Top in ...
Steel
Zanotta Servomuto Side Table by Design Achille Castiglioni
By Zanotta
Located in New York, NY
of the range Servi by Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, 1974 Small table. Base in polypropylene and steel rod painted, colour talc or black. Top in reversible black/white plas...
Steel
Set of Two Customizable Zanotta Tempo Side Tables by Prospero Rasulo
By Zanotta, Prospero Rasulo
Located in New York, NY
Small table - stand. Stiff polyurethane cones, steel stem, glossy lacquer in the colours talc, wax, lilac, hemp, caramel, orange, amaranth, grass green, espresso or black. His ‘time...
Steel
Postmodern 'Loto' Cast Iron Side Table by Hans von Klier
By Zanotta, Hans Von Klier
Located in London, GB
Produced by Zanotta, Milan, 1990s. Cast iron base, anti-scratch embossed paint, anthracite color; conical element in replex, anthracite-colored recycled plastic with support rod ...
Aluminum, Iron
Set of Two Customizable Zanotta Tempo Side Tables by Prospero Rasulo
By Zanotta, Prospero Rasulo
Located in New York, NY
Small table - stand. Stiff polyurethane cones, steel stem, glossy lacquer in the colours talc, wax, lilac, hemp, caramel, orange, amaranth, grass green, espresso or black. His ‘time...
Steel
Pair of Bed Side Tables in Bamboo, Rattan & Wood, Italy 1980s
Located in Rome, IT
Pair of bed side table nightstands in bamboo and rattan with drawer featuring a brass handle and bottom shelf in wood. Made in Italy in ...
Metal, Brass
Mid-Century Modern Coffee Table by Gae Aulenti, Glass Top, Italy
By Fontana Arte, Gae Aulenti
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A vintage Mid-Century Modern coffee table ( tavolo con route ) from Gae Aulenti, the original for Fontana Arte, with glass top and swivel wheels in good condition. The Italian indust...
Glass, Rubber
Gae Aulenti for Zanotta "Gaetano" Writing Table, Italy 1970s
By Zanotta, Gae Aulenti
Located in Naples, IT
Gaetano work table by Gae Aulenti for Zanotta with original glass top supported by two folding trestles in black and red enamelled metal. Timeless object. With its dry and essential ...
Metal
1980s Black Lacquer and Brass Side Tables
Located in Denton, TX
1980s black lacquer and brass side tables / nightstands.
Metal
Gae Aulenti Enamel Steel Lounge Coffee Table for Knoll, 1980
By Gae Aulenti, Knoll
Located in Vienna, AT
Enamel metal sculptural coffee table designed by Gae Aulenti for Knoll, original label. We got this from the first owner together with pair of matching original chairs from the same series (check our other listings). It's a heavy metal sculptural coffee table in a great size of 34"x34". The steel frame has light scratches and age related wear. The coated table top has light scratches and patina, sturdy and structurally sound, ready to be used immediately. In recent years Gae (pronounced "Guy...
Steel
$4,500
H 12.008 in W 43.504 in D 43.504 in
‘Tavolino Com Route" Coffee Table by Gae Aulenti, Italy, 1980’s
By Gae Aulenti
Located in Chicago, IL
‘Tavolino Com Route" coffee table by Gae Aulenti, Italy 1980’s black granite top, black lacquered wood frame, and large industrial wheels.
Granite
$2,813
H 25.99 in W 78.75 in D 39.38 in
Italian modern wood desk Leonardo by Achille Castiglioni for Zanotta, 1970s
By Achille Castiglioni, Zanotta
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern wood desk Leonardo by Achille Castiglioni for Zanotta, 1970s Desk model Leonardo with rectangular top in wood with white finish. The two easel-shaped legs are made of ...
Wood
Customizable Color Zanotta Tempo Side Table by Prospero Rasulo
By Prospero Rasulo, Zanotta
Located in New York, NY
Small table - stand. Stiff polyurethane cones, steel stem, glossy lacquer in the colours talc, wax, lilac, hemp, caramel, orange, amaranth, grass green, espresso or black. His ‘time...
Steel
$2,578
H 13 in W 40.56 in D 22.05 in
Coffee Center Table by Marco Zanuso for Zanotta Chrome and Smoked Glass
By Zanotta, Marco Zanuso
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Midcentury table 'Marcuso' by Marco Zanuso for Zanotta steel chrome and large tempered thickness smoked cristal. Excellent condition. Measures cm: H 33, W 103, D 56 About This...
Crystal, Steel
Postmodern Side Table
Located in Greenwich, CT
Postmodern side table made with maple wood lacquered in white dove with a California blue accent. Price is per table. Custom size and finish avai...
Maple
Afra & Tobia Scarpa Coffee Table for Maxalto, 1970s
By Maxalto, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Antwerp, BE
Pine wood coffee table by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Maxalto, Italy, 1970s Postmodern coffee table by the famous children of Carlo Scarpa. Inspired by Donald Judd and Rietveld. Table...
Pine
$2,700Sale Price|40% Off
H 17.72 in W 39.38 in D 39.38 in
Large Midcentury Vintage Square Bicolor Brass and Chrome Coffee Table, 1970s
By Vereinigte Werkstätten München, Karl Springer
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
Large bicolor or bicolour square centre coffee table with a smoked glass table top "floating" on a curved polished brass frame supported on large, oversized mirrored chrome legs on s...
Metal, Brass, Chrome
Zanotta Cumano Folding Table by Achille Castiglioni
By Zanotta
Located in Basildon, London
The Cumano Folding Table, designed by Achille Castiglioni for Zanotta in 1970, is a practical and stylish addition to any space. Its sleek metal design and folding capability make ...
Metal
Cervomuto side table by Achille Castiglioni for Zanottta, 1970s Italy.
By Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, Zanotta
Located in Landgraaf, NL
Cervomuto side table by Achille Castiglioni for Zanottta, 1970s Italy. A combination of a polypropylene base, steel column and wooden top, all finished in black. The Servomuto was designed for the Servi range by Achille Pier Giacomo Castiglioni in 1974. Ths Servomuto is exhibited at a number of museums around the world, including Greece, Germany and Italy. Zanotta was established by Aurelio Zanotta...
Metal
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H 29.25 in Dm 22 in
Sirfo Side / End table by Alessandro Mendini for Zanotta Italy, 1986. Glass Top
By Zanotta, Alessandro Mendini
Located in Kansas City, MO
"Sirfo" table designed by Alessandro Mendini for Zanotta, Italy, 1985. Cast Aluminum base and glass top.. The glass top is 27.75 inches high. Rare, whimsical design in very good c...
Aluminum, Chrome
Italian Postmodern Alessandro Mendini, “Sirfo” Side Table, 1980s
By Zanotta, Alessandro Mendini
Located in Renens, CH
A goose shaped “Sirfo” side table designed by Alessandro Mendini for Zanotta during the 1980s. Tempered glass top on a solid aluminum base. Mendini (1931 – 2019), was a well respe...
Aluminum
Saarinen Style Coffee or Side Table with Flower Power Top
By Zanotta, Eero Saarinen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Retro table with teal flower print laminate table top, light wood edging and white enameled tulip base. A coffee or table or side table in original conditi...
Enamel
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H 19.3 in W 18.12 in D 18.9 in
Achille & Pierre Giacomo Castiglioni Mezzadro Stool for Zanotta, circa 1960
By Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, Zanotta
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Mezzadro stool designed by Achille and Giacomo Castiglioni. Manufactured by Zanotta in Italy, circa 1960. Acting out of both practical and intellectual motives, Achille and Pi...
Metal
Modern Zanotta Round Coffee Table with Castor-Mounted Wheels
By Zanotta
Located in Antwerp, BE
Geometry and lightness these are the principles behind the round white opal glass coffee table, a design that revolves around the concepts of equilibrium and instability. This is a l...
Stainless Steel
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H 21.26 in W 19.69 in D 15.75 in
Midcentury Italian Iron Folding "Serafino" Coffee Table for Zanotta, 1980s
By Zanotta, Emaf Progetti
Located in Roma, IT
Midcentury "Serafino" coffee table designed in drawn steel. This spectacular item was produced in Italy during 1980s and designed by Emaf Progetti for Zanotta. This table is very unique as it folds in a unique way, with the tabletop folding in half and becoming very manageable, quick to close and adaptable. The perfect item for a midcentury lover as it will be perfect for a garden or living room. Emaf Progetti was founded in 1982 by Aurelio Zanotta...
Iron, Steel
Zanotta Set of Two Echino Tables by Sebastian Herkner
By Sebastian Herkner, Zanotta
Located in New York, NY
Small tables. Three-layered blown glass legs in amber and blue. Sebastian Herkner, renowned for his particular sensitivity toward glass, designed a pair of small tables where the gla...
Glass
Max Bill "Ulm" Stool for Zanotta
By Max Bill, Zanotta
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Max Bill's portable "Ulm" stool, manufactured by Zanotta, was originally designed in 1954 for the Ulm School of Design in Ulm, Germany, at which Bill was th...
Wood
Zanotta Tempo White Small Stand Table
By Prospero Rasulo, Zanotta
Located in New York, NY
Small table/stand Stiff polyurethane cones, steel stem, glossy lacquer.
Lacquer
Zanotta Tod Black Small Table
By Zanotta, Todd Bracher
Located in New York, NY
Tod small table 55 X 43 H.52 - Black Tod is entirely made of glossy lacquered polypropylene, with rotational molding process. There is a functional role of the shape stretching up t...
Plastic