The Arflex Ladle is an armchair that changes character without changing shape: low for
the living room, high and enveloping for reading, fixed or swivel. Here at Mariani, official Arflex
retailers in Milan and Arluno, we help you choose the right one and prepare your quote.
Cream Arflex Ladle armchair with metal base in an entrance with dark wood wallsPhoto: Arflex
The design: one shape, many personalities
Ladle is a 2014 design by Luca Nichetto for Arflex. The aim, in Arflex's
words, is a wide range of proposals with a personal character, maintaining the aesthetic and
functional point of view, so that each version finds its place in very different spaces and atmospheres.
The result is a consistent family: the same soft shell, with different heights and bases, works in a
classic living room as well as in a contemporary study.
The Ladle armchair — photo Arflex
The designer
A Venetian designer between Italy and Sweden.
Luca Nichetto was born in Venice in 1976 and trained at the Art Institute and at IUAV, where he graduated in industrial design. He started out in 1999 with Murano glass for Salviati, then worked with Foscarini on product and materials research.
In 2006 he founded Nichetto&Partners in Venice, and in 2011 he opened an office in Stockholm. His awards include the Good Design Award and the IF Product Design Award in 2008. With Ladle he brought his approach to Arflex: a recognisable shape able to adapt to very different spaces and atmospheres.
1976Born in Venice
2006Founds Nichetto&Partners
2011Opens the Stockholm office
2014Designs the Ladle for Arflex
Features
Three heights — Armchair 81 in low and medium versions, Armchair 87 in the high version.
Two bases — black metal, or swivel spoke base.
Matching pouf — with spoke base, to put your feet up.
Fabric or leather — Arflex bouclés, chenilles, wools, canvases and textures, or Giada and Perla leathers.
The versions
Three heights, two bases
The versions photographed by Arflex. You choose the fabric or leather upholstery in our showroom, from the samples.
Three Arflex Ladle armchairs side by side: low swivel light grey, high swivel purple and grey with metal baseArflex Ladle armchair in cream with swivel spoke baseHigh Arflex Ladle armchair in teal with swivel spoke base, front viewHigh Arflex Ladle armchair in brown with swivel spoke base, side view
Photo: Arflex
How much does the Arflex Ladle armchair cost? A tailored quote
The price of the Arflex Ladle armchair depends on the height, the base, fixed or swivel, and the
upholstery. We are official Arflex retailers: we work from the current price list and send you a
quote for your configuration.
Versions and upholstery
Start from how you will use it: a low Ladle keeps a sofa company, a high one with swivel base becomes
the reading chair of the house. Then choose the upholstery: in our showroom you can touch the samples
and compare them in real light.
A quote for your configuration.
Tell us which version, base and upholstery you are interested in: as official Arflex retailers we
will send you a quote based on the current price list.
As an official Arflex retailer in Milan and Arluno
we have access to the full catalogue, not just what is on display, with the official warranty and
support that continues after your order.
Official Arflex retailer — full catalogue, warranty and upholstery samples.
Showrooms in Milan San Babila and Arluno — the right height is something you feel by sitting down.
Virtual reality project — we show you the Ladle in your living room, to scale.
Delivery and assembly by our own team — never subcontractors.
Before you come, message us: we will confirm which compositions and upholstery are available to try at that moment. You can also reach us from the contact page.
Frequently asked questions about the Ladle armchair
How much does the Arflex Ladle armchair cost?
It depends on the height, the base, fixed or swivel, and the upholstery. We are official Arflex retailers: see the versions and upholstery and message us on WhatsApp, we will send you a quote for your configuration.
Which versions of the Ladle are available?
Armchair 81 in low and medium versions and Armchair 87 in the high version, each with a metal base or a swivel spoke base. There is also a pouf with spoke base.
Does the Ladle swivel?
It can: every version is available with the swivel spoke base, as an alternative to the metal base.
Who designed the Ladle, and when?
The Ladle is a 2014 design by Luca Nichetto for Arflex.
Where can I try the Ladle in Milan?
At Mariani Design, official Arflex retailer: our showrooms in Milan San Babila (Via Uberto Visconti di Modrone 8/a) and Arluno (Via Guglielmo Marconi 12). Message us on WhatsApp first and we will tell you where and when you can see it in person.
Want to try the Ladle armchair in Milan?
Book a showroom visit
We look forward to seeing you in Milan San Babila (Mon–Fri 10:30am–6:30pm, non-stop) or in Arluno. Message us on WhatsApp: we will tell you where to see it in person and prepare a quote for your version.