{"product_id":"1980s-veranda-sofa-by-vico-magistretti-for-cassina","title":"1980s Veranda sofa by Vico Magistretti for Cassina","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVico Magistretti “Veranda” Sofa for Cassina, Italy, 1980s – Original Red Wool Upholstery\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAn iconic piece of Italian postmodern design, this original \u003cstrong\u003eVeranda sofa\u003c\/strong\u003e was designed by renowned Italian architect and designer \u003cstrong\u003eVico Magistretti\u003c\/strong\u003e for \u003cstrong\u003eCassina\u003c\/strong\u003e in 1983. A celebrated example of Magistretti’s innovative approach to comfort and transformable furniture, the Veranda remains one of the most distinctive and sought-after sofa designs of the 1980s.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eInspired by the concept of a “veranda” as a space between indoors and outdoors, Magistretti designed the sofa to encourage multiple ways of sitting, lounging and reclining. The Veranda features independently adjustable seating elements with folding backrests that transform into headrests, allowing the sofa to shift effortlessly between upright seating and relaxed lounging positions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis example retains its \u003cstrong\u003eoriginal red felted wool upholstery\u003c\/strong\u003e, a richly textured fabric that beautifully reflects the bold character of 1980s Italian design. The sofa’s mechanical elements have been professionally refurbished and operate smoothly, preserving the functionality that made the Veranda a design landmark.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePresented in very good vintage condition overall. The upholstery shows expected signs of age, including:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne small hole to the fabric on the rear of the sofa\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSome fading consistent with age and use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA few faint stains visible on close inspection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions (approximate):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWidth: 174 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDepth: 83 cm (170 cm fully extended)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeight: 72–105 cm adjustable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeat height: approximately 40–41 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA rare opportunity to acquire an important and highly collectible design by one of Italy’s most influential designers, produced by the esteemed manufacturer Cassina.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rachel Elliot-Jones","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54691105407298,"sku":null,"price":2900.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0795\/9271\/8658\/files\/f9ntoj_jpg.jpg?v=1781924516","url":"https:\/\/bazaa.com.au\/products\/1980s-veranda-sofa-by-vico-magistretti-for-cassina","provider":"Bazaa","version":"1.0","type":"link"}