Salone Raritas Debuts at Salone del Mobile 2026 with 28 Rare Design Exhibitors
The 2026 Salone del Mobile in Milan introduced a new section named Salone Raritas, showcasing 28 exhibitors from 32 nations with unique, historic, and limited-edition design items. Curated by Annalisa Rosso and designed by Formafantasma, this section spanned Pavilions 9-11. Notable participants included Zaza Maison, marking Saudi Arabia's debut, the Marseille gallery 13desserts, Italian gallery Serafini featuring Indian designer Karan Desai, and Milan's Officine Saffi Lab, which created a ceramic panel on-site. Formafantasma crafted 34 colors for booth walls and created sustainable wooden dividers with a non-invasive hanging system. Maria Porro, president of Salone del Mobile, noted the section's goal to cater to the demand for rare pieces, evidenced by the enthusiastic turnout and favorable feedback.
Key facts
- Salone Raritas debuted at Salone del Mobile 2026 in Milan.
- 28 exhibitors from 32 countries participated in the new section.
- Curated by Annalisa Rosso with exhibition design by Formafantasma.
- Zaza Maison represented Saudi Arabia for the first time at the fair.
- 13desserts from Marseille presented playful pieces in a social setting.
- Serafini gallery featured carved tables and stools by Karan Desai.
- Officine Saffi Lab assembled a ceramic panel live on-site.
- Formafantasma designed 34 hues and reusable wooden dividers for sustainability.
Entities
Artists
- Annalisa Rosso
- Simone Farresin
- Andrea Trimarchi
- Karan Desai
- Maria Porro
Institutions
- Salone del Mobile
- Salone Raritas
- Formafantasma
- Zaza Maison
- 13desserts
- Serafini
- Officine Saffi Lab
- CULTURED
Locations
- Milan
- Italy
- Marseille
- France
- Saudi Arabia