1960s Italian Unghia ‘Lipstick’ Floor Mirror by Rodolfo Bonetto

An iconic and highly sculptural Italian floor mirror designed by Rodolfo Bonetto for Unghia, dating to the 1960s. Commonly known as the “Lipstick Mirror”, this striking piece exemplifies Italy’s golden era of experimental design, blending bold form with elegant functionality.

 

The elongated oval mirror rises from a sleek black cylindrical base, creating a dramatic, totemic silhouette that reads as both furniture and sculpture. Designed to be free-standing, it works beautifully as a statement mirror in bedrooms, dressing rooms, galleries, or modern interiors seeking a strong design focal point.

 

Bonetto’s work is celebrated for its futuristic approach and refined minimalism, and this mirror is a textbook example—confident, playful, and unmistakably mid-century Italian.

 

 

Details

 

 

• Designer: Rodolfo Bonetto
• Manufacturer: Unghia
• Origin: Italy
• Date: Circa 1960s
• Style: Mid-Century Modern / Postmodern / Italian Design
• Material: Mirrored glass and moulded base
• Colour: Black and silver

 

 

 

Dimensions

 

 

• Height: 156 cm
• Diameter (base): 25.5 cm

 

 

 

Condition

 

 

Very good vintage condition. Light signs of age consistent with period use. The mirror glass presents well, and the base retains a clean, strong finish. Overall an excellent example of this rare and sought-after design.

 

 

Styling Notes

 

 

A true statement piece that works best when allowed visual space. Ideal for modernist interiors, collector-led spaces, fashion studios, or architectural settings. Pairs exceptionally well with Italian mid-century, postmodern, or contemporary minimalist décor.

 

 

Delivery & Collection

 

 

UK-wide delivery available — message for a tailored quote

Collection welcome from West Yorkshire

Professionally packed and handled with care

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