Enzo Mari was an Italian modernist artist and furniture designer who is known to have influenced many generations of industrial designers. He was born in Novara, Italy, in 1932, and studied at the Accademia di Brera in Milan. After graduating in 1956, he began his career in industrial design, working with numerous industries in a variety of different sectors, including graphics, publishing, and exhibition installations.

Mari's design philosophy was based on the idea that good design should be accessible to everyone, regardless of income. He was also a strong advocate for social justice and sustainability. His work is often characterized by its simplicity, functionality, and use of natural materials. Mari's most famous designs include the Delfina chair (1971), the Tonietta chair (1984), the Legato table (2000), the Autoprogettazione armchair (1974), the 16 Animals (1957).

In addition to his work as a designer, Mari was also a prolific writer more...

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Enzo Mari Dama ottoman for Arte & Cuoio, tan woven leather…

Enzo Mari Dama ottoman for Arte & Cuoio, tan woven leather strips over firm foam base. Plaque to underside. Italy, designed c 1990s, 45 cm high, 100 cm wide, 100 cm deep

An Enzo Mari Box chair for Anonima Castelli, Italian circa 1971,…

An Enzo Mari Box chair for Anonima Castelli, Italian circa 1971, tubular metal and plastic, 83 cm high, 43 cm wide, 44 cm deep

Enzo Mari La Rana print for Danese Milano, Seconda edizione of…

Enzo Mari's La Rana Print for Danese Milano

Enzo Mari La Rana print for Danese Milano, Seconda edizione of Serie della Natura. Recently framed in oak and glass, Italy, designed 1976, 112 cm high, 112w,

Enzo Mari L'Orso print for Danese Milano, Seconda edizione of…

Enzo Mari's L'Orso Print for Danese Milano

Enzo Mari L'Orso print for Danese Milano, Seconda edizione of Serie della Natura. Recently framed in oak and glass, Italy, designed 1965, 56 cm high, 112w,

Enzo Mari in Attesa Wastepaper basket, solid white injection…

Enzo Mari's Attesa Wastepaper Basket

Enzo Mari in Attesa Wastepaper basket, solid white injection moulded polypropylene, Italy, designed 1971, 41 cm high, 26 cm diameter.

Enzo Mari in Attesa Wastepaper basket, translucent graphite…

Translucent Graphite Wastepaper Basket by Enzo Mari

Enzo Mari in Attesa Wastepaper basket, translucent graphite injection moulded polypropylene, Italy, designed 1971, 41 cm high, 26 cm diameter.

Enzo Mari in Attesa Wastepaper basket, white opaline injection…

Enzo Mari's Opaline Wastepaper Basket

Enzo Mari in Attesa Wastepaper basket, white opaline injection moulded polypropylene, Italy, designed 1971, 41 cm high, 26 cm diameter.

Enzo Mari in Attesa Wastepaper basket, white opaline injection…

Enzo Mari's Opaline Wastepaper Basket

Enzo Mari in Attesa Wastepaper basket, white opaline injection moulded polypropylene, Italy, designed 1971, 41 cm high, 26 cm diameter.

Enzo Mari armchair for Hermes Maison collection, Canaletto…

Enzo Mari Armchair for Hermes Maison Collection

Enzo Mari armchair for Hermes Maison collection, Canaletto walnut, smooth bull calf. Pumpkin colour. France / Italy, designed 2015, 84 cm high, 60 cm wide, 55 cm deep

Enzo Mari armchair for Hermes Maison collection, Canaletto…

Enzo Mari Armchair for Hermes Maison Collection

Enzo Mari armchair for Hermes Maison collection, Canaletto walnut, smooth bull calf. Pumpkin colour. France / Italy, designed 2015, 84 cm high, 60 cm wide, 55 cm deep

Enzo Mari storage coffer for Hermes Maison collection, ·Metiers,…

Enzo Mari Storage Coffer for Hermes Maison Collection

Enzo Mari storage coffer for Hermes Maison collection, ·Metiers, Canaletto walnut, smooth bull calf. Pumpkin colour, France / Italy, 54.2 cm high, 66.2 cm wide, 54.3 cm deep, original Hermes crate, 77 cm high, 79 cm wide, 68 cm deep. Authenticity booklet.

Enzo Mari Mitiers desk for Hermes Maison collection, · Metiers,…

Enzo Mari's Hermes Desk

Enzo Mari Mitiers desk for Hermes Maison collection, · Metiers, Canaletto walnut, smooth bull calf, Italy / France, desk 72 cm high, 235.1 cm wide, 68.3 cm deep, original Hermes crate, 97 cm high, 250 cm wide, 97 cm deep. Authenticity booklet.

Enzo Mari armchair for Hermes Maison collection, ·Metiers,…

Enzo Mari Armchair for Hermes Maison Collection

Enzo Mari armchair for Hermes Maison collection, ·Metiers, Canaletto walnut, smooth bull calf, pumpkin colour, France / Italy, chair 83.5 cm high, 60 cm wide, 55 cm deep, original Hermes crate, 106 cm high, 75 cm wide, 69 cm deep. Authenticity booklets.

Enzo Mari bin for Danese Milano, black plastic, Italy, designed…

Enzo Mari's Black Bin for Danese Milano, 1971

Enzo Mari bin for Danese Milano, black plastic, Italy, designed 1971