A Rare ‘Wave’ Sofa by Tito Agnoli for Mobilia, 1961
One is presented with a scarce and exceptionally refined lounge sofa, designed by Tito Agnoli and manufactured by Mobilia in 1961. Its structure is executed in rosewood, the dark timber offering a striking contrast to the current white bouclé upholstery—a juxtaposition of materials that speaks to Agnoli’s singular sensibility .
The sofa’s defining feature is its fluid, wave-like profile. The armrests curve with a soft, organic quality, and the upholstery on both the seat and back is divided into three distinct segments by two linings . Yet the most architecturally intriguing element remains the legs: they run the full height of the front and back, featuring a subtle double-edge detail at the base and a slight, deliberate bend at the rear—a clever play of perspective that rewards close inspection .
This piece was produced in very limited quantities and is documented in G. Gramigna’s Repertorio del design italiano 1950-1980 . It represents a rare opportunity for the discerning collector to acquire a genuinely scarce work by a designer whose pieces are held in the permanent collection of the Museum of Modern Art, New York .
#TitoAgnoli #Mobilia #ItalianDesign #MidCenturyModern #QuietLuxury