Zanotta Mezzadro Stool: The Castiglioni Brothers' "Ready-Made" Icon

Bring a legend of Italian design into your home with the Zanotta Mezzadro stool. Conceived in 1957 by the renowned designers Achille and Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, this seat is one of the most famous examples of "Ready-made" art: the art of re-purposing an industrial object to create a work of art. By using an agricultural tractor seat, the Castiglioni brothers created a cult object, exhibited at MoMA in New York. Find this historic piece at Maison Archibald in Vitré.

Design Between Irony and Engineering

The Mezzadro is unlike any other stool. It is the perfect fusion of the rural world and modern aesthetics.

• Creative Repurposing: Its lacquered steel sheet seat is an exact reproduction of 1950s tractor seats, offering surprising ergonomics and suspended comfort.

• Play of Materials: The structure rests on a flexible chromed steel blade that acts as a spring, stabilized by a natural solid beech crossbar. This blend of shiny metal, vibrant color, and raw wood creates a unique visual balance.

• A Conversation Piece: More than just a seat, the Mezzadro is a domestic sculpture that captivates and tells a major chapter in the history of 20th-century design.

A Masterpiece for Your Decor

Thanks to its graphic lines and airy appearance, the Mezzadro boldly integrates into all interior styles.

• Color Accent: Available in Red, Orange, White or Black, it can punctuate a room with a strong chromatic touch.

• Versatility: While it naturally finds its place in a living room or entryway, it can also serve as a sculptural occasional seat in an office or bedroom.

• Heritage Investment: Produced by Zanotta with exceptional manufacturing standards, the Mezzadro is a piece of furniture that appreciates in value and spans generations without ever losing its modernity.

Why buy the Mezzadro from Maison Archibald?

• Authenticity Guarantee: We only offer the certified original edition from Zanotta.

• Expert Advice: In Rennes and Vitré, we help you integrate these design icons into your interior design project.

• Careful Delivery: A piece of this importance receives special attention during shipping.

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Maison Archibald's decor advice: "The Mezzadro is proof that design can be both serious and full of humor. Its suspended seat offers a very pleasant slight sway. Place it in a minimalist or industrial interior to create an immediate focal point. It's the ideal gift for any Italian design lover."