Vintage Completely Restored Marco Zanuso Lady Sofa, Italy 1950s
About the Item
- Creator:Marco Zanuso (Designer)
- Design:Lady Divano SofaLady Series
- Dimensions:Height: 38.19 in (97 cm)Width: 51.19 in (130 cm)Depth: 30.32 in (77 cm)Seat Height: 16.15 in (41 cm)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:1950
- Condition:Reupholstered. Refinished.
- Seller Location:PEGO, ES
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU8170232573182
Marco Zanuso
Italian designer Marco Zanuso helped cement his country’s place as a world leader in furniture design that used new materials in revolutionary ways.
Zanuso was part of a generation of furniture designers who encouraged a sharp departure from the traditionalism and classicalism that reigned over the design industry before the war. These designers, who are associated with what we now call mid-century modernism, experimented with new technologies and materials to deliver on the world’s newfound need for streamlined products that represented the future.
After graduating from the Polytechnic University of Milan in 1939 with a degree in architecture, Zanuso served in the Navy during World War II. Soon after the war, he opened his own design firm in Milan in 1945. He later became an editor at well-regarded design magazines Domus and Casabella.
Zanuso used this editorial platform to both promote new Italian designs as well as his own pieces, some of which he made using unconventional materials like foam and latex. For instance, his famous Lady armchair from 1951 is a composition of foam rubber and Nastro Cord, a recently invented textile band of rubberized fabric that eliminated the need for metal springs. It was one of several pieces he designed for Italian manufacturer Arflex, along with the 1949 Antropus chair and the 1951 Sleep-o-matic sofa.
Zanuso often collaborated with other like-minded creatives. From 1955 until 1957, he was Olivetti’s architect, designing factories across Brazil, and for nearly two decades, he collaborated with German designer Richard Sapper. The pair’s most famous product is the 4999 children’s chair, manufactured in the 1960s by Kartell in Italy. The stackable chair was the first to be manufactured entirely of injection-molded plastic.
Zanuso and Sapper also partnered on the 1962 Brionvega Doney 14, the first European-made portable transistor TV; its sleek, compact and curvy form deeply influenced the design of television sets that followed, which were far more sculptural in form than the rigid boxes that characterized early models.
From the 1970s onward, Zanuso taught architecture and industrial design at the Polytechnic University of Milan. He still exercised his creative talents, planning the headquarters for computer companies and renovating Italian theaters.
Each of Zanuso’s elegant works were demonstrative of a forward-looking sensibility. His projects saw an integration of novel industrial materials that not only helped emphasize the beauty of good design but also played a role in rendering these well-made products accessible to everyday consumers.
On 1stDibs, find a collection of vintage Marco Zanuso furniture, including armchairs, sofas, table lamps and other items.
- ShippingRetrieving quote...Ships From: Palma, Spain
- Return PolicyA return for this item may be initiated within 14 days of delivery.
- Ico Parisi Vintage Italian Curved Sofa from the, 1950sBy Ico ParisiLocated in PEGO, ESRetro Italian designed curved four-seater sofa Ico Parisi "Comma" iconic piece, completely restored and newly reupholstered with an ecru stretch fabric, finished with aged studs and ...Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Sofas
MaterialsBrass
- Marco Zanuso "Woodline" Lounge Armchair from the 1960s for ArtflexBy Marco ZanusoLocated in PEGO, ESBeautiful unique lounge Armchair designed by Marco Zanuso, Woodline model for Arflex Italia, 1960s Also shown (sold separately) works by Santiago Picatoste...Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Lounge Chairs
MaterialsLeather, Bentwood
- "Flap" Sofa, by Francesco Binfare for Edra, ItalyBy Francesco BinfaréLocated in PEGO, ESThe Edra "Flap" sofa is a new concept in terms of aesthetics and manufacturing, designed and manufactured in Italy by Francesco Binfaré. Sinuous pro...Category
Early 2000s Italian Sofas
MaterialsLeather
- De Sede DS600 Iconic Vintage Sofa, Collector's PieceBy De SedeLocated in PEGO, ESOur DeSede DS-600 modular sofa. Composed of a range of 18 multifunctional elements with which it is possible to create multiple compositions, made of original chocolate-colored nubu...Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Sofas
MaterialsLeather, Felt
- Sfatto 4-Seater Sofa Designed by Francesco Binfare for Edra, ItalyBy Francesco BinfaréLocated in PEGO, ESSfatto 4-seater sofa designed by Francesco Binfare for Edra. Inspired by the English style of the 18th century, this sofa is capable of changing its ...Category
2010s Italian Sofas
MaterialsFabric
- Venini Poliedri Vintage Chandelier, Italy, 1950sLocated in PEGO, ESChandelier by Venini Poliedri, Italy, around the 1950s. Beautiful ceiling lamp with white faceted glass and crystal It gives an ice crystal aspect whi...Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Chandeliers and Pendants
MaterialsCrystal
- Marco Zanuso "IX Triennale" Sofa for Arflex, Italy 1950sBy Marco Zanuso, ArflexLocated in Utrecht, NL“There is no border between craftsmanship and design. What we do on the model, which will then be reproduced a thousand times, is an activity in which we bring all our experience.” s...Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
MaterialsMetal
- Two-Seat Triennale Sofa, Marco Zanuso, Arflex, Italy, 1950sBy Marco Zanuso, ArflexLocated in Wolfurt, ATThis two-seater "Triennale" sofa was designed by Marco Zanuso in the 1950s and manufactured by Arflex in Italy. The upholstery is covered in pink velvet fabric, which shows slight si...Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
MaterialsBrass
- Mid century italian sofa set by Marco Zanuso, 1950sBy Marco ZanusoLocated in HEVERLEE, BEMid century 'lady' sofa by Marco Zanuso in yellow velvet. Original fabric. very elegant curvy design and still very comfortable. Very decorative and good looking mid century itali...Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
MaterialsBrass
- Original Marco Zanuso Lady Sofa, Arflex, Italy, 1960sBy Arflex, Marco ZanusoLocated in London, GBA very rare authentic early Marco Zanuso Lady sofa, Arflex, France/Italy, 1960s. Newly reupholstered in premium ivory Larsen / Cowtan and Tout fabric....Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
MaterialsBrass
- Marco Zanuso Sofa for Arflex, Italy, 1950By Marco ZanusoLocated in Amsterdam, NLA stunning 3-seater sofa designed by Marco Zanuso, manufactured by Arflex in Italy around 1950. This eye-catching sofa is newly upholstered in grey fabric. The outwards tilted, tu...Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Sofas
MaterialsMetal
- Mid Century Triennale Sofa by Marco Zanuso for Arflex, Italy, 1950sBy Arflex, Marco ZanusoLocated in Oud Beijerland, NLA very beautiful sofa model "Triennale", designed by Marco Zanuso and edited by Arflex, Italy 1950's. Made of a solid structure and polished legs. This stunning piece is just re...Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
MaterialsMetal