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Malatesta & Mason Three-Seater Mid-Century Italian Sofa in Pierre Frey Velvet
$17,000
£12,881.19
€14,754.36
CA$24,078.58
A$26,275.32
CHF 13,781.85
MX$319,122.52
NOK 172,142.85
SEK 162,683.60
DKK 110,121
About the Item
An iconic expression of postwar Italian design, this rare three-seater sofa by Malatesta & Mason embodies the sculptural refinement and modern elegance that defined the 1960s. Combining architectural lines with artisanal craftsmanship, the piece exemplifies the duo’s innovative yet understated vision for contemporary living.
The sofa’s gently curved silhouette is upholstered in Pierre Frey velvet in a rich caramel tone, enhancing its warmth, depth, and luxurious tactility. Its seamless contours create a rhythmic flow between seat and backrest, balancing ergonomic comfort with visual harmony. Distinctive outward-thrusting armrests, hand-carved in solid ashwood, lend the design an expressive, almost zoomorphic quality while grounding it in Italy’s woodworking tradition.
Resting on tapered legs and a subtly floating base, the sofa reflects the crosscurrents of Scandinavian functionalism and the biomorphic fluidity of Italian avant-garde design. The pared-back form allows the natural richness of the velvet and wood to speak with quiet authority.
Meticulously restored and reupholstered by expert craftsmen, this Malatesta & Mason sofa is a rare collectible of mid-century Italian furniture—timeless in its sculptural presence and perfectly suited for refined modern interiors.
Details
• Designers: Malatesta & Mason
• Origin: Italy, circa 1960s
• Type: Mid-century Italian three-seater sofa
• Materials: Solid ashwood armrests and legs; upholstered in Pierre Frey velvet (caramel tone)
• Dimensions: H 80 cm x W 155 cm x D 85 cm (31.5 in x 61 in x 33.5 in)
• Condition: Very good vintage condition. Fully reupholstered in Pierre Frey velvet, seating reinforced; a couple of light usage marks remain on the wooden arms.
• Style Keywords: Mid-century Italian sofa, Pierre Frey upholstery, 1960s Italian design
- Attributed to:Malatesta and Mason (Designer)
- Dimensions:Height: 31.5 in (80.01 cm)Width: 61 in (154.94 cm)Depth: 33.5 in (85.09 cm)
- Style:Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:1960s
- Condition:Reupholstered. Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:New York, NY
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU10603246699192
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