From his Puppy Pouffe lounge chair resembling a shaggy Puli dog to a 13-foot tall handmade giraffe sculpture in fiberglass holding a classic Marie-Thérèse-style chandelier, the whimsical chairs, table lamps and decorative objects created by MARCANTONIO mix originality, humor, mystery and functionality, with a dash of irony for good measure.
Born Marcantonio Raimondi Malerba in 1976 in Massa Lombarda, the artist and designer studied at the Severini Art Institute and Academy of Fine Arts in Ravenna. While there, he explored the relationship between irony and nature — two recurring themes in his works — and developed a fascination with artists such as René Magritte and Marcel Duchamp.
Following graduation, MARCANTONIO collaborated with architects and worked in theater production before delving into art and furniture design. In 2010, he exhibited his series of Sprout chairs at the Salone del Mobile, which garnered critical acclaim and gained the attention of other ultra-modernist designers such as Mogg, Qeeboo, Natuzzi and Altreforme. MARCANTONIO has also engaged in several fruitful partnerships, notably with Italian design brand Seletti — for which he created his iconic anatomically correct heart-shaped vase — and Scarlet Splendour, manufacturer of his caricatural Forest chair, which is part of his Vegetal Animal series.
Although MARCANTONIO’s designs border on Surrealist and dreamlike, his pieces suggest a sense of “elegant irony.” His coffee tables, floor lamps, cabinets and other objects and furnishings, which feature intricate inlays and chic colors, are made with materials such as suede, brass and fine wool, and strike a balance between luxurious and amusing.
MARCANTONIO’s works have been exhibited at art galleries and shows throughout Europe. His pieces have also been featured in several major international publications such as Architectural Digest, GQ, Marie Claire, ELLE and Vanity Fair.
On 1stDibs, discover a range of MARCANTONIO seating, tables and lighting.
Filicudi Armchair Colored in Black Polyethylene & Steel by Marcantonio
By Qeeboo, MARCANTONIO
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Filicudi lounge armchair, designed by Marcantonio, is able to recreate the Mediterranean magic in your everyday spaces. Inspired by the iconic profile of the prickly pear, evokes a m...
Plastic
Zanotta Judy Armchair in Black Upholstery with Black Painted Steel Frame
By Zanotta
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Zanotta Judy Armchair in Black Upholstery with Black Painted Steel Frame by Frank Rettenbacher Black or graphite painted steel legs. Stiff polyurethane seat with self-extinguishin...
Steel
Arflex Cloud Armchair in Black Straps by Carlo Colombo
By Arflex, Carlo Colombo
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Cloud collection, developed to find a lifestyle more in line with nature and the visual cheerfulness, with soft and comfortable shapes. Materials: Upholstered Fabric (Black Strap...
Fabric
Filicudi Armchair in Balsam Green/Brass Recyclable Polyethylene by Marcantonio
By MARCANTONIO, Qeeboo
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Filicudi lounge armchair Brass, designed by Marcantonio, is able to recreate the Mediterranean magic in your everyday spaces. Inspired by the iconic profile of the prickly pear, evok...
Plastic
Moroso ANTIBODI Armchair in Black by Patricia Urquiola
By Patricia Urquiola, Moroso
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A new shape for a non-padded chair, three-dimensional geometry derived from the cellular genesis of sewn petals using the layout of a graphic structure with a triangular base. The re...
Steel
Leda Cushion Armchair in Black Metal Base, by Francesco Beghetto
By Francesco Beghetto, Miniforms
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This Leda chair with is shown with an upholstered cushion and armrests, as well as in the black Metal structure. The chair is available without arms as well...
Metal
Secreto Little Armchair, Black Matt Lacquer by Colé Italia
Located in Geneve, CH
Secreto little armchair, Black Matt Lacquer by Colé Italia with Lorenz Kaz Dimensions: H 76, D 52, W 57, cm Materials: Solid beech wood natural or lacquered finishing Also Avail...
Upholstery, Beech
RM58 Matt Black Polyethylene And Powder-Coated Steel Armchair by VZOR
Located in Geneve, CH
RM58 Matt Black Polyethylene And Powder-Coated Steel Armchair by VZOR Dimensions: D 67 x W 67 x H 71 cm. SH: 38 cm. Materials: Rotomolded color polyethylene seat and powder-coated st...
Steel, Other
Jet Black Mara Armchair by Lorenza Bozzoli
Located in Geneve, CH
Jet Black Mara Armchair by Lorenza Bozzoli Dimensions: D 94 x W 106 x H 82 cm. Seat Height: 52 cm. Materials: Polyethylene, wadding, rubber, and acrylic. Weight: 36 kg. The color of...
Other
Tria Gold 4 Legs Chair, Black Open Pore Seat by Colé Italia
Located in Geneve, CH
Tria gold 4 legs chair, black open pore seat by Colé Italia with Lorenz & Kaz (2019) Dimensions: H 82.5, D 52, W 61 cm. Materials: Plywood chair with 4 metal legs in 3 possible finishing: black, golden, chrome. Also available: Tria; 3 Legs, with Cussion, black, gold, simple, stool, upholstered. Our iconic chair designed by German duo Lorenz + Kaz. Tria is a table chair, at the same time many people place it as a sculpture, as ornament in an entrance, a bedroom or in a living room. It recalls the impossible forms of Dutch graphic artist and engraver Maurits Escher...
Metal
Minimalist Organic Chair in black Solid Wood, black leather Seating
By SIMONINI
Located in Vila Cordeiro, São Paulo
THE COLLANA SERIES – WHERE ARTISTRY MEETS COMFORT IN EVERY CURVE." Introducing the Collana Chairs, Armchairs and ottomans Collection, a testament to the seamless integration of aest...
Leather, Textile, Upholstery, Fiberglass, Hardwood
Valerie Luxury Sculptural Chair in Black Lacquered Aluminum by MainGUILTY
By Carlos Mello
Located in Freamunde, PT
The Valerie Chair is a sculptural luxury chair that merges feminine elegance with architectural precision. Designed as a statement piece for high-end interiors, it embodies sensual c...
Aluminum, Steel
