Marc Newson Armchairs
Australian, b. 1963
With his sleek, glossy and dynamic designs, Marc Newson creates cutting-edge work that embodies notions of speed, luxury and progress. His work — be it his now-iconic Event Horizon table, an Italian speed boat, Nike shoes, or an Ikepod wristwatch — manifests a jet-set lifestyle redefined for the 21st century.
A Sydney native, Newson lived in Tokyo for several years and currently resides in London. He has created everything from furniture and jewelry to sneakers and dish racks. Given his globetrotting lifestyle, it’s easy to see why one of his best-known designs is the Lockheed lounge chair — a curvy, pod-shaped piece crafted from the same riveted aluminum that encases airplanes. You may also have spotted one of Newson’s many collaborations with luxury fashion houses — such as Louis Vuitton and Hermès — in a first-class departure lounge.
One of the most influential (and certainly one of the most prolific) industrial designers of the late 20th and early 21st centuries, Newson preaches the gospel of good design with messianic fervor. His work appears in dozens of museum collections around the world, and consistently fetches high prices at auction.
Newson has long been captivated by the space-age modernism of the early 1960s — indeed, his famed Embryo chair for Cappellini would fit right into the Jetsons’ living room. With such a long and impressive list of futuristic design bona fides, as you will see on these pages, Marc Newson is clearly a designer on the move.
Find vintage Marc Newson lounge chairs, tables and other furniture today on 1stDibs.
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Creator: Marc Newson
Modern White Felt Chair Designed By Marc Newson, Italy 90s
By Marc Newson
Located in Madrid, ES
Marc Newson's Chair for Cappellini, Italy 1993
This chair is made from a single piece of reinforced fiberglass, which is bent and molded to create the desired structure, achieving a...
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Magis Nimrod – Armchair by Marc Newson
By Marc Newson, Magis
Located in Alcamo, IT
Product: Armchair
Model/Brand: Magis Nimrod
Designer: Marc Newson, 2009
Product Type: Armchair
Description:
The Magis Nimrod Armchair, designed by Marc Newson in 2009, is a modern a...
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2010s Italian Marc Newson Armchairs
Materials
Fabric, Plastic
$1,531 / item
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Marc Newson armchairs for sale on 1stDibs.
Marc Newson armchairs are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of plastic and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Marc Newson armchairs, although black editions of this piece are particularly popular. We have 1 vintage editions of these items in-stock, while there is 6 modern edition to choose from as well. Many of the original armchairs by Marc Newson were created in the modern style in italy during the 21st century and contemporary. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider armchairs by VG design and laboratory department, Monica Gasperini, and Johan Lindstén. Prices for Marc Newson armchairs can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $2,112 and can go as high as $6,860, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $4,095.
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- What is Marc Newson’s style?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Marc Newson is an industrial style designer. His creations are sleek and dynamic, embodying the notions of speed, luxury and progress. His work ranges from furniture to sneakers to jewelry. You’ll find a selection of Marc Newson designs from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.