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.
$1,038
H 33.47 in W 36.62 in D 28.35 in
Filicudi Armchair in Black/Brass Recyclable Polyethylene by Marcantonio
By Qeeboo, MARCANTONIO
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
$1,142
H 33.86 in W 37.01 in D 28.75 in
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
$812 / item
H 32.29 in W 20.48 in D 24.02 in
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
$4,657
H 38.19 in W 26.38 in D 15.75 in
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
$2,813 / item
H 31.5 in W 21.26 in D 23.23 in
ClassiCon Aristo Chair by Sebastian Herkner, Black Steel & Velvet Cactus
By Sebastian Herkner
Located in Varedo, MB
Brand: ClassiCon Design: Sebastian Herkner Model: Aristo Chair The Aristo Chair by Sebastian Herkner for ClassiCon combines refined craftsmanship with contemporary comfort. The name...
Steel
$1,022 / item
H 32.29 in W 22.84 in D 20.48 in
Tria Chair, Black Plywood Shell, Golden Legs, Minimalist Icon Made in italy
By Lorenz+Kaz
Located in Milan, Lombardy
An iconic chair with a plywood shell, in wood veneered (natural or lacquered). Combined with the Golden legs suggests interesting and dynamic effects, displayed around a table or as a single piece in an entrance, a bedroom, a living room. Very appropriate around circle tables. It is possible to add a back cushion in different fabric options Inspired to Graphic Art of Maurits Cornelis Escher...
Paint, Oak, Plywood
Black Cielo Stacking Chair by Sebastian Herkner
Located in Geneve, CH
Black Cielo stacking chair by Sebastian Herkner Materials: PVC strings, powder-coated steel frame. Technique: Made from recycled plastic and we...
Steel
$4,750
H 29.5 in W 21 in D 22 in
Contemporary Blackened Cast Brass Sculptural Armchair with Calico Seat
Located in Toronto, ON
A sculptural blackened brass armchair with sinuous lines that flow in a continuous, sculptural rhythm. This cast brass armchair merges airiness and elegance in equal measure. Its bla...
Brass
$4,750
H 29.5 in W 21 in D 22 in
Contemporary Blackened Cast Brass Sculptural Armchair with Calico Seat
Located in Toronto, ON
A sculptural blackened brass armchair with sinuous lines that flow in a continuous, sculptural rhythm. This cast brass armchair merges airiness and elegance in equal measure. Its bla...
Brass
$2,537 / item
H 31.11 in W 21.26 in D 22.84 in
Ink Chair – Blackened Sculpted Brass with Monochrome Upholstery by Misaya
By Masaya
Located in Geneve, CH
Ink Chair – Blackened Sculpted Brass with Monochrome Upholstery by Misaya Dimensions: W54 x D58 x H63/79 cm Materials: Brass Also Available: Different colors (Gold, Polished Brass. ...
Brass
In Stock in Los Angeles, Sawaya & Moroni Crypto Chair, Sido & François Thévenin
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Scroll down and click "view all from Seller" to see more than 500 other unique products. In Stock in Los Angeles This chair is part of a group of altogether four different “Crypto” ...
Bronze
Yves Klein Gold "Monogold" Glass Table, Made in France
By Yves Klein
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Yves Klein Gold "Monogold" Table Made with 3,000 sheets of gold leaf, glass, Plexiglas and steel. This iconic table is from an edition begun in 1963 u...
Stainless Steel
In stock in Los Angeles, Gold / White Vase, by Stefania Boemi, Made in Italy
By Stefania Boemi
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Scroll down and click "view all from Seller" to see more than 400 other unique products. (2) In Stock in Los Angeles A poetic ode to traditional craftsmanship and modern sensibility...
Gold Leaf
In Stock in Los Angeles, Blue & Gold Sasa Vase, Made in Italy
By Stefania Boemi
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A superb work of art handcrafted of clay, this stunning vase depicts in a detailed way the masculine features of a Moor's head, adorned with fruit and flowers. Typical of the Sicilia...
Gold Leaf
In Stock in Los Angeles, Cuore Heart Cedar Wood Paperweight Small, Made in Italy
By Riva 1920
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Cuore Heart Cedar Wood Paperweight Small Dimensions: 11 x 11 x 5cm In stock in Los Angeles Riva 1920 produced the love symbol in scented cedarwood. To be used as paperweight or ...
Cedar
In Stock Yves Klein Blue "IKB" Glass Table, Made in France
By Yves Klein
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Yves Klein Blue "IKB" Pigment glass table This brand new and iconic Yves Klein IKB blue table is from an edition that begun in 1963 under the supervision of R...
Stainless Steel
