The Marius&Marius Armchair by Mario Marenco for Arflex is an iconic Italian designer armchair originally created in 1970. With its generous proportions and unmistakable upholstered form, the design brings together comfort, personality, and the expressive character associated with Italian furniture of the period. Defined by substantial cushions and softly rounded volumes, the Marius&Marius Armchair creates a welcoming presence without relying on sharp, rigid lines. The generous seat, backrest, and armrests give the chair a distinctive sculptural profile, while diagonal stitching adds geometric definition to its upholstered surfaces. The result is an Italian lounge chair that feels relaxed yet visually distinctive. Its bold proportions make it particularly suited to contemporary living rooms, sophisticated lounge areas, reading spaces, and design-focused interiors where an armchair can serve as both functional seating and a statement piece. Originally conceived by Mario Marenco, Marius&Marius belongs to an important chapter in the history of Arflex. The official manufacturer identifies the design as dating from 1970, reinforcing its place within the brand's historic furniture collection.
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KEY FEATURES
Original design: 1970
Designer: Mario Marenco
Manufacturer: Arflex
Generously proportioned upholstered armchair
Soft, rounded and substantial seating volumes
Distinctive diagonal stitching details
Available in fabric or leather upholstery
Suitable for residential and contract applications
Designed for indoor use
Made in Italy
MATERIALS & UPHOLSTERY
The Marius&Marius Armchair is offered in an extensive selection of Arflex upholstery options.
Fabric Options Include
Viscose bouclé
Irregular cotton bouclé
Mottled chenille
Cotton canvas
Recycled wool texture
Mélange and blended textures
Alpaca flannel-effect fabric
Viscose/wool bouclé
Linen/cotton blend canvas
Thick polyester velvet
Leather Options Include
Nubuck leather
Full-grain leather
DIMENSIONS
Width: 106 cm / 41.7 in
Depth: 92 cm / 36.5 in
Height: 69 cm / 27.5 in
Seat Height: 42 cm / 16.5 in
WHY WE LOVE IT
The Marius&Marius stands apart because it does not try to disappear into an interior. Its generous cushions, rounded silhouette, and unusual proportions give it a strong identity from virtually every angle. For collectors and clients looking beyond conventional contemporary seating, it offers the added appeal of an original 1970 Mario Marenco design produced by Arflex. It works especially well as a statement lounge chair alongside a contemporary sofa, in a dedicated reading corner, or as part of a carefully curated Italian-design interior.