Marzio Cecchi
Marzio Cecchi was born near Florence on March 1st, 1940. He was born into a family of designers, his mother was Giulia Carla Cecchi, famous in the world of fashion for her haute couture creations.
Cecchi studied and graduated at the University of Florence with a degree in architecture. In the 60s he opened his own studio to design furniture, called Studio Most. It was here that he crafted some of his most iconic pieces. He kept his pieces bespoke and made to order, producing in small numbers and in turn adding a level of scarcity to his designs. Many of his pieces were inspired by ancient Roman architecture, names like Leonardo Da Vinci and Michelangelo were figures he paid homage to.
At some point, Cecchi brought on his sister to help sell some of his pieces in Italy and internationally. Once he began exhibiting his work, he found that a large number of buyers were ready to spend large sums to secure one of his designs. They applauded his creativity, his ability to craft something so well, with so much beauty while maintaining a certain level of comfort. Also, the fact that he didn’t have anything produced on a mass scale, meant buyers didn’t have the ability to order just anything as if it was in stock.
Cecchi’s genius was recognized across the world. Year after year, his award count grew exponentially. You can find his work at renowned international museums and in the collections of major art collectors.
Marzio Cecchi died in an accident in New York on January 1st, 1990. He gifted the world with iconic, timeless designs that are still highly sought after in the design market.
Notable Works
‘Serpente’ sofa by Marzio Cecchi, 1979
Marzio Cecchi cantilevered bed frame for Studio Most, Italy, 1960s
“FACHIRO” Beanbag by Marzio Cecchi crafted in the 1970s
Balestra combined chair and desk by Marzio Cecchi, 1972
Marzio Cecchi side tables, Italy 1960s
‘Balestra’ lounge chair by Marzio Cecchi, 1968
Marzio Cecchi wood & straw daybed
Marzio Cecchi ‘PORCELLINO’ sofa, 1970
Marzio Cecchi plexiglass lounge chair, 1970s
Diapason writing desk by Marzio Cecchi for Studio Most, 1970s
Marzio Cecchi’s curved metal table beside Maria Pergay’s round cocktail table.
Marzio Cecchi spring bed by Studio Most, Italy 1974
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