Model Luisa 3-Seater Sofa by Ico and Luisa Parisi for Comfort, 1970s

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Three-seat sofa “Luisa”, designed by Ico and Luisa Parisi for Comfort in the 1970s, a piece that exemplifies Parisi’s ability … Read more Three-seat sofa “Luisa”, designed by Ico and Luisa Parisi for Comfort in the 1970s, a piece that exemplifies Parisi’s ability to translate structural thinking into upholstered form.

The design is articulated through a continuous, enveloping volume, where the padded body is conceived as a single, unified mass rather than a composition of separate elements. This softness is rigorously contained by a tubular metal frame that defines the perimeter of the sofa, introducing a precise linear tension against the expanded upholstery.

Rather than serving as a secondary support, the metal structure actively determines the form: it outlines the profile, regulates the proportions, and establishes a clear boundary between volume and space. This controlled contrast between softness and structure is central to Parisi’s design language, developed through a consistent dialogue with modernist principles.

The low, elongated proportions and the measured curvature of the upholstery reinforce a sense of horizontal continuity, allowing the piece to occupy space with clarity and intention. Fully upholstered in black leather, the sofa emphasizes its sculptural presence, while the exposed metal frame sharpens its graphic definition.

A highly representative example of Italian upholstered design from the 1970s, where comfort is not merely achieved, but precisely constructed.

Condition: Excellent overall condition, minor signs of wear on the metal parts
Provenance: Private residence, Spotorno (SV), Italy
Restoration: Upholstery professionally replaced in leather
Certification: Documented in period advertising, Domus n. 505, page 60
Dimensions: Length 198 cm – Depth 92 cm – Height 48 cm – Seat height 38 cm I have official proof of authenticity such as vintage catalogs,
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