Postmodern Sofa by Michael Graves, Italy 1980s

Postmodern design sofa by Michael Graves for Italian production, 1980s

This postmodern sofa/settee designed by Michael Graves exemplifies the architect’s distinctive style of the 1980s. Crafted with a birdseye maple frame featuring ebony inlaid triangles and ebonized cylindrical foot details, the piece reflects Graves’ signature combination of architectural form and decorative geometry. Upholstered in its original black fabric, it presents with strong lines and refined craftsmanship.

Postmodern design sofa by Michael Graves, Italy 1980s

This postmodern sofa/settee by Michael Graves reflects the architect’s distinctive design vocabulary of the 1980s. The piece features a birdseye maple frame with ebony inlaid triangles and ebonized cylindrical foot details, combining architectural clarity with decorative geometry. Retaining its original black upholstery, the sofa embodies both sculptural presence and refined craftsmanship.

Design context and significance

Michael Graves (1934–2015), a leading figure in postmodern architecture and design, was celebrated for his expressive use of geometry, ornament, and bold forms. Alongside his architectural achievements, Graves created furniture that translated his architectural vision into domestic scale. This sofa is an excellent example of his design language, embodying the cultural movement of the 1980s that embraced playful forms, symbolic motifs, and decorative richnessin contrast to modernist minimalism.

Details & Dimensions

Designer: Michael Graves
Place of Origin: Italy
Date of Manufacture: 1980s
In style: Postmodern
Materials & Techniques: Birdseye Maple, Ebony Inlay, Black Upholstery
Condition: Good condition, wear consistent with the age and use

Dimensions:
Height: 82 cm
Width: 135 cm
Depth: 81 cm 
Seat Height: 37 cm

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