Driven by his belief that beautiful surroundings can heighten the enjoyment of even mundane everyday rituals, Italian architect and industrial designer Antonio Citterio creates furniture that combines sophisticated form with functionality. Citterio’s timeless neoclassical-inspired chairs, outdoor furniture, desks and other pieces have earned him a place among the most influential furniture designers working in his native country.
Born in 1950 in Meda, Citterio grew up just a stone's throw away from the artistic hub of Milan. In 1972, at just 22 years old, he opened his first design studio and designed a chair for the La Rinascente department store while completing his studies in architecture at the Polytechnic University of Milan. Citterio established a partnership with famed furniture designer Terry Dwan, and the pair worked together during the 1980s and 1990s, designing striking buildings in European cities as well as Japan. He is currently chairperson at an interior design and architecture firm with fellow architect Patricia Viel and eight other partners.
Citterio taught at the Università della Svizzera Italiana in Mendrisio, Switzerland, from 2006 to 2016. He holds art director roles for high-end furniture manufacturers Maxalto, Arclinea and Azucena, and today, Citterio lounge chairs, sofas and other furnishings are in hotels all over the world. Citterio’s work is synonymous with luxury, and has yielded collaborations with reputable brands such as Kartell, Knoll, Flexform, Vitra and B&B Italia. His Sity seating collection for the latter and kitchen furnishings for Arclinea are among his best-known innovations.
Citterio has received many awards and accolades for his design work, including the Compasso d’Oro. He was also given the title of “Royal Designer for Industry” by the Royal Society for the Encouragement of Arts in 2008.
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$2,489 / set
H 22.45 in W 23.63 in D 15.75 in
Pair of Bedside Tables Designed by Luciano Frigerio, 1960s
By Aldo Frigerio
Located in taranto, IT
pair of original bedside tables from the 1960s, design and production by Luciano Frigerio solid wood structure with brass and bronze finishes they measure 60 cm in width, 57 cm...
Brass, Bronze
$10,126 / set
H 18.9 in W 27.56 in D 20.87 in
Gianfranco Frattini bedside tables for Bernini mod. 544, 1960, set of 2
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Gianfranco Frattini bedside tables for Bernini, model 544. The project expresses Frattini’s measured and sophisticated language, based on rigorous proportions, attention to detail an...
Wood
$9,292 / set
H 22.84 in W 23.63 in D 13.78 in
Pair of Maple Bedside Tables by Maxime Old, France (c. 1940) – Dual-Sided Openin
By Maxime Old
Located in Milano, IT
An elegant pair of Mid Century modern bedside tables by renowned French designer Maxime Old (1910–1991) showcasing the refined craftsmanship and modernist sensibility that defined hi...
Brass
Magnificent Pair of Side Tables/Bedside Tables from Mastercraft
By Mastercraft
Located in North Canton, OH
Extraordinary pair of Bedside Tables from Mastercraft (we have the whole bedroom suite in inventory). These would also make incredible end tables. Beautiful pieces in excellent orig...
Burl
$14,500 / set
H 27.75 in W 22.5 in D 20 in
Magnificent Pair of End Tables by Renzo Rutili in Birdseye Maple, circa 1955
By Johnson Furniture Co., Renzo Rutili
Located in Atlanta, GA
If a piece feels like Tommi Parzinger, but is marked Johnson Furniture, there can be only one answer as to its Designer: Renzo Rutili. Mr. Rutili was a seminal furniture designer of ...
Brass
$6,400 / set
H 15.25 in W 25.25 in D 17.75 in
Pair of Poltrona Frau Leather Wrapped Nightstands or End Tables, Italy
By Poltrona Frau
Located in Astoria, NY
Pair of Poltrona Frau Cream Leather Wrapped End Tables, with two frieze push drawers, impressed mark to the side. 15.25" H x 25.25" W x 17.75" D. Provenance: From a SoHo, New York ...
Leather, Wood
Pair of bedside tables by Axel Larsson, Bodafors, Sweden, 1940s
By SMF Svenska Möbelfabriken Bodafors, Axel Larsson
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Beautiful set of bedside tables designed by Axel Larsson for Bodafors, Sweden, during the 1940s. Circular shape with a body made in elm. Glass top with a checkered pattern. Drawers ...
Brass
$9,828 / set
H 20.08 in W 24.41 in D 11.82 in
Pair of Rimbert Sandholt Bedside Tables in Rosewood by Glas & Trä Hovmantorp
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
This rare pair of side tables, designed by Rimbert Sandholt and produced by Glas & Trä Hovmantorp in Sweden, represents a refined and functional interpretation of mid-century Sca...
Rosewood
$7,200 / set
H 24.61 in W 24.81 in D 13 in
Italian Nightstands in the Style of Paolo Buffa, 1950s, Set of 2
By Paolo Buffa
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Italian Nightstands in the Style of Paolo Buffa, Wood, Italy, 1950s, Set of 2 These nightstands reflect the design language associated with Paolo Buffa's body of work, combining fun...
Maple, Sapele Wood
$9,733 / set
H 18.9 in W 27.56 in D 20.87 in
Pair of bedside tables mod. 544 Gianfranco Frattini for Bernini, 1960
By Gianfranco Frattini
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Pair of bedside tables model 544, designed by Gianfranco Frattini for Bernini. The project expresses Frattini’s measured and sophisticated language, based on rigorous proportions, at...
Wood
Jesse De Ville Bedside Tables, Set of Two
Located in Rochester, England
Introducing the Jesse De Ville Bedside Tables, a stunning set of two that will elevate your bedroom to new levels of luxury. Crafted with the finest materials and impeccable attentio...
Wood
Christopher Guy Cote Basque Side Tables, Set of Two
By Christopher Guy Harrison
Located in Rochester, England
Introducing the Côte Basque Side Table by renowned designer Christopher Guy. This classic piece features a sleek and sophisticated design, crafted with high-quality materials to elev...
Hardwood
Smania Argo Side Tables, Set of Two
By Smania
Located in Rochester, England
Introducing the Smania Argo Side Tables, a stunning set of two that exudes elegance and sophistication. Crafted by renowned luxury furniture brand Smania, these side tables are a tru...
Leather, Wood
Maxalto Recipio Side Tables, Set of Two
By Maxalto, Antonio Citterio
Located in Rochester, England
Introducing the elegant and sophisticated Recipio Side Table by Maxalto. Crafted with great attention to detail, this stunning piece features a sleek and modern design that will elev...
Wood
Maxalto Alcor Four Drawer Console Table by Antonio Citterio
By Antonio Citterio
Located in Rochester, England
Introduce a touch of elegance and sophistication to your living space with the Alcor Four Drawer Console Table by Maxalto. Crafted with expert precision and attention to detail, this...
Wood
Alta Coffee Table by Maxalto
By Maxalto
Located in Rochester, England
Introducing the stunning Alta Coffee Table by Maxalto, a true masterpiece of luxury furniture. Crafted with the finest materials and impeccable attention to detail, this coffee table...
Wood
