Ettore Sottsass
Italian, 1917 - 2007
Ettore Sottsass (1917-2007) was an Italian architect and designer who was active in the mid-20th century. He is best known for his work with the Memphis Group, a design collective that was active from the 1980s to the 1990s and was known for its bold and playful designs.
Sottsass studied architecture at the Politecnico di Torino before beginning his career as a designer. He worked for a number of prominent design firms, including Olivetti, where he was responsible for the design of several iconic typewriters.
Sottsass's designs were characterized by their bold use of color, playful shapes, and unconventional materials. He was particularly known for his work with ceramics, and his designs often incorporated elements of traditional Italian craft.
In the 1980s, Sottsass co-founded the Memphis Group, which was known for its innovative and irreverent designs. The group's designs often combined bright colors, bold patterns, and unusual shapes, and were meant to challenge traditional notions of design and taste.
Overall, Ettore Sottsass was an important figure in the world of design during the 20th century, and his playful and innovative designs continue to be admired and influential today.
Sottsass studied architecture at the Politecnico di Torino before beginning his career as a designer. He worked for a number of prominent design firms, including Olivetti, where he was responsible for the design of several iconic typewriters.
Sottsass's designs were characterized by their bold use of color, playful shapes, and unconventional materials. He was particularly known for his work with ceramics, and his designs often incorporated elements of traditional Italian craft.
In the 1980s, Sottsass co-founded the Memphis Group, which was known for its innovative and irreverent designs. The group's designs often combined bright colors, bold patterns, and unusual shapes, and were meant to challenge traditional notions of design and taste.
Overall, Ettore Sottsass was an important figure in the world of design during the 20th century, and his playful and innovative designs continue to be admired and influential today.
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Ettore Sottsass, Aluminum Umbrella Holder for Rinnovel, 1955, Italy
H 19 in DIA 11 in
$ 2,400
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‘Carlton’ Room Divider and Bookcase by Ettore Sottsass, Italy
H 77.17 in W 74.8 in D 15.75 in
$ 20,000
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Pink ‘Ultrafragola’ Mirror Designed by Ettore Sottsass for Poltronova
H 76.77 in W 39.37 in D 5.12 in
$ 11,500
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Ettore Sottsass, Knoll, Mid-Century Modern, Mandarin Armchairs, Italy, 1990s
H 32 in W 26 in D 25 in
$ 3,750
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Ettore Sottsass, Umbrella Holder, Rinnovel, 1955
H 18 in W 11 in D 11 in
$ 3,520
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Ettore Sottsass Mirror Ultrafragola for Poltronova
H 195 in W 100 in DIA 13 in
$ 16,500
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Italian Marble Console by Ettore Sottsass for Ultima Edizione
H 100 in W 150 in D 54 in
$ 13,000
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Mid-Century Modern Mirror by Ettore Sottsass for Santambrogio e De Berti, 1950s
H 71.26 in W 23.62 in D 11.42 in
$ 26,660
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Pink ‘Ultrafragola’ Mirror Designed by Ettore Sottsass for Poltronova, Italy
H 76 in W 39 in D 5 in
$ 10,626
Ettore Sottsass
Ettore Sottsass Contemporary Modern Pair of Mod, "Demistella" Italian Consoles
H 31.5 in W 23.62 in D 17.72 in
$ 19,400
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Ettore Sottsass Perplex And Pink Neon Lamp "Ultrafragola" Italian Mirror
H 76.77 in W 39.37 in D 5.12 in
$ 9,570
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Rare Ettore Sottsass Plant Holder for Poltronova, Italy, 1962
H 30.71 in W 14.57 in D 14.57 in
$ 8,800
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Ettore Sottsass Contemporary Modern Demilune Mod. "Demistella" Italian Console
H 31.5 in W 23.62 in D 17.72 in
$ 9,800
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Mid-Century Wall Mirror By Ettore Sottsass, Santambrogio e De Berti, 1950s
H 45.28 in W 17.32 in D 0.79 in
$ 12,760
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Ettore Sottsass single bedside table for Poltronova, Italy 1963
H 14.96 in W 17.72 in D 14.96 in
$ 2,150
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Ettore Sottsass Coffee Table for Poltronova, Italy, 1958
H 15.75 in W 61.02 in D 18.9 in
Ettore Sottsass
Ettore Sottsass Pair of Ottomans Mod Dado T29 for Poltronova, 1960s
H 12.6 in W 11.42 in D 11.42 in
$ 9,500
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"Califfo" Bed By Ettore Sottsass For Poltronova, 1960s
H 30.31 in W 37.4 in D 79.92 in
$ 3,200
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Ettore Sottsass Centerpiece mod Murmansk for Memphis, 1980s
H 11.81 in DIA 14.17 in
$ 28,000
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Ettore Sottsass Loto Rosso Dining Table for Poltronova, Italy 1965
H 27.56 in DIA 51.18 in
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Ettore Sottsass Model "Lodge" Italian 1986 Set of Six Chairs
H 76 in W 58 in D 52 in
$ 10,900
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