Rating and value of Cassina furniture, tables and armchairs
Key takeaways
- Cassina armchairs command the highest prices, ranging from €250 to €71,500 depending on the year and designer.
- In 2021, a pair of gray armchairs from 1950 sold for €71,500 (initial estimate: €30,000–€40,000), exceeding expectations.
- Cassina, founded in 1927 in Italy, collaborates with renowned designers such as Le Corbusier and Charlotte Perriand, ensuring the quality and value of its furniture.
If you own a piece of furniture edited by Cassina or after the publisher and would like to know its value, our state-approved experts and auctioneers will guide you. Our specialists will carry out a free appraisal of your work, and provide you with a precise estimate of its value on the current market. Thereafter, if you wish to sell your work, we will direct you to the best possible arrangement to obtain the optimum price.
Rating and value of Cassina editions
Iconic pieces of design, furniture by Cassina editions are known for their modern, elegant aestheticism. Highly prized by collectors, creations made in collaboration with famous designers keep a high quotation on the art market.
On the market, coffee tables, armchairs and sofas are very successful.
In 2021, a pair of grey armchairs dating from 1950, with a walnut structure sold for €71,500 while they were estimated at between €30,000 and €40,000, almost twice the high estimate.
Order of value from the most basic to the most prestigious
Type of furniture edited by Cassina | Result |
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Low table | From €40 to €700 |
Chairs | From €60 to €2,300 |
Settee | From €150 to €3,900 |
Armchairs | From €250 to €71,500 |
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The history of Cassina Editions
The Amedeo Cassina company was born in 1927 in Italy, a country at the time heavily involved in furniture manufacturing and marketing. The Cassina brothers, Umberto and Cesare, founded the company in Meda, in the Brianza region. The main vocation of the publishing house was to market wooden tables and furniture, which it has never lost to this day. In the early days of the company, production was artisanal, but it had to adapt to demand in the post-war period, and so began mass-producing furniture in the 50s: it adopted the logic of industrial design, even if thorough control was still exercised over the quality of materials and the assembly of parts. This logic was also reflected in the receipt of large orders for new cruise ships, which needed to be furnished. In 1954, the still family-run company won the first edition of the Compas d'Or award, further consolidating the reputation it had already acquired in the United States. Relying on a team of experienced, world-renowned designers, Cassina organizes the exhibition " Italy, the new domestic landscape " at the MOMA in New York in 1972.
Iconic furniture designers
In order to grow and acquire worldwide renown, Cassina Editions has surrounded itself with the greatest designers of the 20th century. Among them are Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand, Mario Bellini, and Victor Magistretti.
They are emblematic names of twentieth-century design who have left their mark on contemporary furniture and helped make Cassina Editions a household name around the world.
Recognizing a piece of furniture from Cassina Editions
The furniture is signed by the designer in most cases (for Charlotte Perriand, for example, there is no signature) and bears a serial number. However, an appraisal is essential to ensure the originality of your piece of furniture.
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If you are considering selling your work, our specialists will also guide you through the various alternatives available to obtain the best possible price, taking into account market trends and the specific features of each object.
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Frequently asked questions
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Who was Cassina, and why is this company's furniture so sought after?Cassina is an Italian furniture manufacturer founded in 1927 by brothers Umberto and Cesare. It gained worldwide renown through its collaborations with some of the 20th century’s greatest designers, such as Le Corbusier, Charlotte Perriand, and Mario Bellini. Its furniture combines industrial design with artisanal quality, making these pieces iconic and highly sought after by collectors.
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What is the price range for Cassina furniture, depending on the type of item?Prices vary considerably depending on the type and quality of the furniture. Coffee tables range from €40 to €700, chairs from €60 to €2,300, sofas from €150 to €3,900, and armchairs from €250 to €71,500. Pieces designed by prestigious designers and dating from the 1950s can significantly exceed initial estimates.
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How can you authenticate a piece of Cassina furniture and verify its authenticity?Cassina furniture is generally signed by the designer and bears a serial number. However, an appraisal by a professional is essential to ensure the authenticity of your piece. Auctie's offers a free, no-obligation appraisal conducted by certified experts and auctioneers: fill out our online form to be contacted within 48 hours.
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Is this the right time to sell a piece of Cassina furniture?Yes, now is a good time to sell. Cassina furniture maintains a high and stable value on the art market, with sustained demand from collectors. Auction results consistently show prices exceeding estimates, particularly for pieces signed by major 20th-century designers.
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How does the appraisal and sale of a Cassina piece of furniture work at Auctie's?The estimate is free and non-binding: simply fill out an online form with photos and information about your piece of furniture, and an expert will contact you within 48 hours with an accurate valuation. If you’d like to sell, Auctie’s will guide you through the various options to get the best price, taking into account market trends and the specific characteristics of your item, all the way through to the final sale.
