Offered by: Thomas Gallery Ltd.
315 East 91 Street, 6th floor New York City, NY 10128 , United States Call Seller 917.434.4032

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Italian Mid-Century Modern Triennale Sofa by Marco Zanuso for Arflex circa 1951

$ 7,200
  • Description
    An Original Marco Zanuso Triennale Sofa , 3 seat model, made for Arflex, Italy, circa 1951. "This model was first presented by Marco Zanuso at the IX Triennale di Milano in 1951, hence the name. With a full fabric covering and foam rubber padding on elastic ribbons, it was one of the first sofas made with very innovative materials and techniques for the time. The design is streamlined, showing Zanuso's design philosophy that was rooted in the principles of functionality, Italian elegance, and comfort. The IX Triennale Sofa embodies these ideals with its streamlined, curvaceous silhouette and meticulous attention to detail. Its ergonomic shape, featuring a gracefully sloping backrest and plush cushioning, ensures both style and comfort. The body is divided into three sections marked by the upholstery on the back, and by the separate seat cushions on the seat. The peculiarly shaped brass legs provide clever and stylish contrast to the upholstered body. Arflex, the revolutionary Italian manufacturer responsible for bringing Zanuso's vision to life, played a crucial role in realizing this sofa.

    This IX Triennale Sofa has quickly become is a masterpiece of mid-20th-century furniture design. This iconic piece represents the pinnacle of Italian modernism. It is among others, part of the permanent collection of the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA), and the Centre Pompidou."

    The Triennial sofa will ship from our New Jersey warehouse; thus, avoiding costly transatlantic shipping costs, customs duties and delays.

    Dimensions:
    75.5 in W x 34 in D x 29..5 in H; Seat height 16 in

    Additional References: Gio Ponti, Franco Albini, Carlo Molino, Ico Parisi, Osvaldo Borsani, Arredoluce, Angelo Lelli, Fontana Arte, Max Ingrand.
  • More Information
    Documentation: Documented elsewhere (similar item)
    Origin: Italy
    Period: 1950-1979
    Materials: Brass,Steel,Upholstery,Hand-Crafted
    Condition: Good. Wear consistent with age and use. Minor fading. The structure is in very good condition.
    Styles / Movements: Modern, Mid Century
    Incollect Reference #: 745412
  • Dimensions
    W. 75.5 in; H. 29.5 in; D. 34 in;
    W. 191.77 cm; H. 74.93 cm; D. 86.36 cm;
    Seat H. 16 in;
    Seat H. 40.64 cm;
Message from Seller:

T. Thomas Gargiulo came from a dual background as a Ph.D. in Psychology with extensive training in Art History and Anthropology to form Thomas Gallery in downtown Manhattan in 1997 to balance intellectual with design pursuits. Since its inception the gallery has seen decorative arts as a vibrant representation of human culture of each age and as a portal to understanding it. P: 917.434.4032 E: thomasgalleryltd@gmail.com

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