Alessandro Mendini was born in Milan in 1931. Through his work as an architect, designer, journalist, theorist and publisher, Mendini helped establish the Italian design sensibility on a global scale with a particular focus on neo-modern, avant-garde design as well as the crossover between art, design and architecture.
Mendini’s influential work spanned the arenas of graphics, furniture, interiors, architecture, stage design, writing and painting. He graduated from the Polytechnic University of Milan in 1959, and he began his career at the studio of artist-designer Marcello Nizzoli. He went on to become the publisher of the popular magazines Casabella (1970–76), Modo and Domus (each 1979–85).
In 1979, Mendini joined Ettore Sottsass and Michele de Lucchi as a partner at Studio Alchimia, a harbinger of the Memphis Group before he cofounded Domus Academy in 1982. In 1989, he and his brother Francesco established their architectural practice, Atelier Mendini, in Milan, where he worked until his death in February 2019. In recognition of his outstanding body of work, Mendini was awarded the Compasso d’Oro twice, in 1979 and 1981. He was also honored by the Architectural League of New York, made Chevalier des Arts et Lettres in France, and, in 2014, he was awarded the European Prize for Architecture.
Mendini’s work is included in the permanent collections of the Metropolitan Museum and the Museum of Modern Art in New York and the Centre Pompidou in Paris, among others.
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Alessandro Mendini, Sirfo Goose Table, Zanotta, Italy, 1986
By Zanotta, Alessandro Mendini
Located in Krefeld, DE
Alessandro Mendini “Sirfo” side table for Zanotta Edizioni, Italy, 1986. Iconic postmodern design piece, also known as the “Goose Table”. The ...
Aluminum
Acilio Side Table by Alessandro Mendini for Zanotta, 1985
By Zanotta, Alessandro Mendini
Located in Asti, Piemonte
Alessandro Mendini. Zabro / Nuova Alchimia, Side Table, model Acilio. Side table, model Acilio. Designed in 1985. Lacquered wood, lacquered and chrome-plated metal. The plates can be...
Metal
Italian Postmodern “Sirfo” Side Table, Alessandro Mendini for Zanotta, 1980s
By Alessandro Mendini, Zanotta
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 Editioni Collection Sirfo Table designed by Alessandro Mendini 1986
By Alessandro Mendini
Located in Offenburg, Baden Wurthemberg
Post-modern Sirfo Goose table from the Zanotta Editioni Collection, designed by Alessandro Mendini in 1986 manufactured by Zanotta, Italy Painted Aluminu...
Steel, Aluminum
Postmodern Vintage Side Table Sirfo Alessandro Mendini Zanotta Edizione 1986
By Alessandro Mendini
Located in Vienna, AT
Postmodern Vintage side table from cast aluminum and clear glass goose - like by Alessandro Mendini for Zanotta Edizione 1986 Italy. A wonderful side table...
Aluminum
Postmodern Animal Vintage Side Table Sirfo Alessandro Mendini Zanotta Edizione
By Zanotta, Alessandro Mendini
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
Ghidini 1961 Le Ninfee Left Side Table in Brass by Alessandro Mendini
By Ghidini 1961, Alessandro Mendini
Located in Villa Carcina, IT
As if they were large and flat lilies leaves that run, approach, float and mate while flowing on the water surface of a pond. So these small Ninfee tables float and can stand alone, ...
Brass
Ghidini 1961 Le Ninfee Middle Side Table in Brass by Alessandro Mendini
By Alessandro Mendini, Ghidini 1961
Located in Villa Carcina, IT
As if they were large and flat lilies leaves that run, approach, float and mate while flowing on the water surface of a pond. So these small Ninfee tables float and can stand alone, ...
Brass
Ghidini 1961 Le Ninfee Right Side Table in Brass by Alessandro Mendini
By Alessandro Mendini, Ghidini 1961
Located in Villa Carcina, IT
As if they were large and flat lilies leaves that run, approach, float and mate while flowing on the water surface of a pond. So these small Ninfee tables float and can Stand alone, ...
Brass
Papilio Side Table by Alessandro Mendini 1985
By Alessandro Mendini
Located in Weesp, NL
Elevate your space with these exquisite postmodern two-tier glass side tables, a rare and iconic design by Alessandro Mendini, one of the most influential figures in modern design. T...
Steel
Side Table Designed by Gaetano Pesce, Fish Design Collection
Located in Madrid, ES
Pesce side table, fish model, designed by gaetano pesce, developed by corsi factory Fish it is a celebration of gaetano pesce’s boundless creativity,...
Metal
$1,569
H 12.6 in W 31.5 in D 31.5 in
"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
Postmodern Polished Brass and Glass Sculptural Side Table, 1980s
By Karl Springer, Milo Baughman
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
A striking Postmodern side table executed in polished brass with a thick circular glass top. The sculptural pedestal base features elegantly curved supports rising from an elongated ...
Brass
$3,600
H 16.75 in Dm 15.75 in
Ettore Sottsass Lipari Side Table Zanotta Italy 1992 Postmodern Memphis Design
By Ettore Sottsass
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
A postmodern “Lipari” side table designed by Ettore Sottsass for Zanotta, Italy 1992. Original label adhered on underside. Silk-screened laminate top on beech wood with an anthracite...
Laminate, Wood
Will Stone Style Postmodern Marble Side Table
By Will Stone
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Bold and sculptural, this striking postmodern side table is a masterful expression of form and material in the style of Will Stone. The table features a dramatic conical base crafted...
Marble
Customizable Color Zanotta Tempo Side 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
$697
H 33.86 in Dm 19.69 in
Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni for Zanotta, "Servomuto" Side Table, Italy, 1970
By Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, Zanotta
Located in Naples, IT
Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni for Zanotta, “Servomuto” side table, plastic and steel, designed in 1974, Italy. Coffee table with a black lacquered steel frame. The tabletop is a...
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
Ettore Sottsas Ospite Table Zanotta Postmodern, 1980s
By Ettore Sottsass, Zanotta
Located in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
Ettore Sottsass's Ospite dining table. Designed in 1984 and produced by Zanotta. Painted brier veneer top and three brass silver legs.
Brass
$2,696
H 22.05 in W 27.56 in D 23.63 in
Papilio 3 Trier Glass Side Table by Alessandro Mendini for Zanotta 1990's Italy
Located in Lisboa, PT
A striking example of 1990s Italian postmodern design, this "Papilio" three-tier side table was designed by Alessandro Mendini for Zanotta. Named after the Latin word for butterfly, ...
Metal
$850
H 20 in W 18.5 in D 18.5 in
Postmodern Teal Lacquered Cylinder Side Table, Italian Style, c. 1980s
Located in La Mesa, CA
A bold postmodern side table featuring a seamless cylindrical form finished in a rich teal high-gloss laminate. The clean, monolithic silhouette and saturated color reflect the graph...
Laminate
Italian Postmodern Dark Green Marble Side Table
Located in New York, NY
An Italian Postmodern side drinks table with a grey gun-metal frame and dark green marble top, circa 1990s, Italy. A great table for drinks/cocktails in a convenient size. Very good condition as shown in images and video. All Dimensions: 21.75" Height to top of marble top. 23.5" Height to top of table frame. 14.5" Square frame Marble measures: 11.57" Square. Marble sphere ashtray box...
Marble, Metal
Sold
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
Alessandro Mendini Signed Sirfo Side Table For Zanotta Edizioni, 1980s
By Alessandro Mendini
Located in Norwich, England
A signed Sirfo Goose Table designed by Alessandro Mendini (1931- 2019) in 1986 for Zanotta Edizioni. circa 1980s. The frame is sandblasted cast aluminiu...
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
Alessandro Mendini for Zanotta Sirfo Edizioni Goose Table
By Alessandro Mendini
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Alessandro Mendin for Zanotta Sirfo Goose table. This very limited edition signed table is cast in aluminium with a round glass top held in place by the go...
Aluminum