Items Similar to Rare Early Vintage Marenco Sofa in velvet by Mario Marenco for Arflex Italy
Want more images or videos?
Request additional images or videos from the seller
1 of 15
Rare Early Vintage Marenco Sofa in velvet by Mario Marenco for Arflex Italy
$15,047.12
£11,243.46
€12,600
CA$20,755.24
A$22,736.72
CHF 11,967.73
MX$271,368.77
NOK 152,558.22
SEK 139,461.21
DKK 96,002.12
About the Item
Marenco Sofa Mario Marenco for Arflex early edition circa 1970
Velvet upholstered modular sofa on original steel suspension frame
Designed in 1970, the Marenco sofa by Mario Marenco for Arflex stands as one of the most influential and recognizable icons of Italian radical design. Conceived as an informal, sculptural seating system, the Marenco challenged conventional sofa design through its generous volumes, loose cushions and uncompromising focus on comfort.
This particular example represents a rare early production edition, distinguished by its original internal steel frame with metal suspension brackets. This construction method is exclusive to the first generation Marenco sofas and was later simplified in subsequent editions. The robust industrial frame reflects Arflex’s experimental approach in the early 1970s, prioritizing structure, flexibility and long term comfort.
The original foam and internal construction have been preserved, resulting in a deep and exceptionally comfortable seating experience that clearly differs from later reissues. The sofa has been carefully reupholstered in a beautiful, high quality velvet in a rich warm brown tone. The fabric enhances the sculptural character of the design while maintaining full respect for the original proportions and intent. The loose cushions remain exactly as conceived by Marenco, resting freely on the suspended steel frame.
This combination of an untouched early structure with refined new upholstery makes this Marenco an outstanding example for collectors and interior architects seeking authenticity, comfort and strong visual presence. Perfectly suited for high end residential interiors, gallery spaces or refined Ibizian and modernist settings.
Technical details
• Designer: Mario Marenco
• Manufacturer: Arflex, Italy
• Period: circa 1970 early edition
• Materials: original steel frame with suspension brackets, original foam, new velvet upholstery
• Condition: original frame and foam preserved, professionally reupholstered cushions in excellent condition
• W 88.58 in · D 39.37 in · H 27.56 in · SH 13.78 in · SD 26.38 in
• W 225 cm · D 100 cm · H 70 cm · SH 35 cm · SD 67 cm
- Creator:Mario Marenco (Designer)
- Dimensions:Height: 27.56 in (70 cm)Width: 88.59 in (225 cm)Depth: 39.38 in (100 cm)Seat Height: 13.78 in (35 cm)
- Style:Modern (Of the Period)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:unknown
- Condition:Reupholstered. Wear consistent with age and use. New upholstery. Original foam.
- Seller Location:Buggenhout, BE
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU5967248070722
About the Seller
No Reviews Yet
Vetted Professional Seller
Every seller passes strict standards for authenticity and reliability
1stDibs seller since 2021
53 sales on 1stDibs
Typical response time: 1 hour
- ShippingRetrieving quote...Shipping from: Dendermonde, Belgium
- Return Policy
More From This Seller
View AllVintage modular sofa Novemila 9000 by Tito Agnoli for Ligne JF Mur - France
By Tito Agnoli
Located in Buggenhout, Oost-Vlaanderen
Modular Sofa, in the Style of Tito Agnoli, Ligne J.F. Mur, France, 1970s
Natural Italian Leather Modular Sofa with Sculpted Aero Backrest and C...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Leather
Perfect patinated DS-15 modular sofa by Team De Sede for De Sede Swiss.
By De Sede
Located in Buggenhout, Oost-Vlaanderen
A breathtaking DS-15 modular sofa with a deep, rich patina that beautifully enhances its character.
This vintage modular sofa is crafted from exceptionally thick natural buffalo leat...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Leather
Extremely Rare Vintage Sofa by Paolo Piva for De Sede Swiss 1970s
By Paolo Piva
Located in Buggenhout, Oost-Vlaanderen
Very rare vintage 3-seat sofa in its original black leather.
Stunning patina.
Designed in the 1990s by Paolo Piva for De Sede Swiss.
Very good condition with normal signs of use...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Mario Bellini “Camaleonda” Modular Sofa in Red Corduroy - Early B&B Italia ed.
By Mario Bellini
Located in Buggenhout, Oost-Vlaanderen
Mario Bellini “Camaleonda” Modular Sofa in Red Corduroy – Early B&B Italia Edition (1973)
A rare and historically significant early B&B Italia production of the iconic “Camaleonda”...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Velvet
Simone Sofa - Ufficio Progetti Gavina- Simon International
By Ufficio Progetti Gavina
Located in Buggenhout, Oost-Vlaanderen
Simone two-seat sofa by Simon International, 1970s.
Structure in lacquered multilayered wood. Padding in polyurethane and synthetic wool.
Origi...
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Very rare Piumino leather sofa by De Pas D’urbino and Lomazzi for Dall’Oca Italy
By Gionathan de Pas
Donato D’Urbino
Paolo Lomazzi
Located in Buggenhout, Oost-Vlaanderen
Piumino sofa De Pas D’urbino and Lomazzi Dall’Oca Italy 1970 two seater in greige leather.
Very rare draped leather two seater. Signed.
This exceptionally rare Piumino two seater ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
You May Also Like
Sofa "Marenco" by Mario Marenco for Arflex, 1970s
By Arflex, Mario Marenco
Located in bruxelles, BE
Brown suede sofa with ottoman by Mario Marenco. Model: Marenco. Sofa dimensions: H: 63 cm L: 238 cm D: 109 cm. Ottoman dimensions: H: 37 cm L: 72 cm D: 72 cm. Wear due to time and ag...
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Suede
Arflex Marenco 1 Arm 2-Seater Sofa by Mario Marenco, Newly Reupholstered
By Mario Marenco, Arflex
Located in Toronto, CA
Originally designed by Mario Marenco in 1970, the namesake sofa has reached cult status. The unique rounded design and the wide modularity still make the Marenco sofa a must of conte...
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet
Mid-Century Modern Two Seater Marenco Sofa by Mario Marenco
By Mario Marenco
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Two Seater Marenco Sofa by Mario Marenco
Mario Marenco was born in 1933. He studied architecture in Naples and won research grants for Stockholm and Chicago. In 1...
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Mario Marenco
Marenco
3 Seater Sofa 255 for Arflex
By Arflex, Mario Marenco
Located in Tilburg, NL
Mario Marenco 'Marenco' 3 Seater Sofa 255 for Arflex. New, current production.
The unmistakable design and wide modularity still make the Marenco sofa a must-have in contemporary furniture. Designed by Mario Marenco in 1970, it is still a great classic of Italian design. With this large-rounded cushions sofa, Mario Marenco has combined strength and comfort. In 2007 the Marenco collection won the Wallpaper Design Awards Best Reissues.
The Sofa is available in a wide variation of fabrics and leather upholstery. Please ask us about the possibilities.
Designed by
Mario Marenco (1933-2019)
1957 degree at Naples University.
1957/1960 he gained 5 awards for research at Stockholm and Chicago universities.
1960 he formed the DEWG Studio in Rome : community buildings.
1970 designer for arflex, Artemide, Bernini, B&B, Comfortline
1982 collaboration with FIAT, LANCIA, ALFA ROMEO for display stands.
1985 watches...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric
$10,286 / item
B&B Italia Mario Bellini Amanta Italian design modular sofa in velvet
By Mario Bellini
Located in BARCELONA, ES
Immerse yourself in the world of luxury furniture design with the Amanta sofas, a masterpiece by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia that fuses elegance, comfort and sophistication in a sin...
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Fiberglass
Mario Marenco
Marenco
Extra Large Sofa 354 in Leather for Arflex
By Arflex, Mario Marenco
Located in Tilburg, NL
Mario Marenco 'Marenco' Extra Large Sofa 354 for Arflex in leather. New, current production.
The unmistakable design and wide modularity still make the Marenco sofa a must-have in contemporary furniture. Designed by Mario Marenco in 1970, it is still a great classic of Italian design. With this large-rounded cushions sofa, Mario Marenco has combined strength and comfort. In 2007 the Marenco collection won the Wallpaper Design Awards Best Reissues.
The Sofa is available in a wide variation of fabrics and leather upholstery. This listing is for a sofa with leather upholstery. Please ask us about the possibilities.
Designed by
Mario Marenco (1933-2019)
1957 degree at Naples University.
1957/1960 he gained 5 awards for research at Stockholm and Chicago universities.
1960 he formed the DEWG Studio in Rome : community buildings.
1970 designer for arflex, Artemide, Bernini, B&B, Comfortline
1982 collaboration with FIAT, LANCIA, ALFA ROMEO for display stands.
1985 watches...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric
