Massimo and Lella Vignelli for Poltronova 'Saratoga' Four-Seat Sofa Reupholstered in Beige Velvet

Massimo and Lella Vignelli for Poltronova, 'Saratoga' four-seat sofa, velvet, polyester lacquered wood, Italy, 1964.

This four-seat sofa named 'Saratoga' is designed by Italian designer couple Lella & Massimo Vignelli. The cushions are recently reupholstered in a softly textured velvet in beige tone. The Vignelli's were known for their clear designs, this piece is therefore also completely free from decorative details. All attention goes to the essential form and material in this design by Vignelli. The “Saratoga” is one of the first examples of modular and modern living in twentieth century. In their own words: “We have designed this sofa because we really needed a sofa. And the sofa we wanted was one with an architectural character rather than a soft, smooth object. A sofa that could be set out in the middle of the room. We didn’t want it to be pushed up against the walls; we wanted it to move around as needed.”
   
Kindly note that this sofa has been reupholstered and refinished and is perfectly ready to be enjoyed for many years.