Meritalia Shadow Mini armchair Gaetano Pesce

Shadow Mini by Meritalia, designed by Gaetano Pesce, is the children's version of the iconic Shadow armchair. It follows the same experimental philosophy as the original, featuring soft polyurethane foam padding created without the use of a mould. This unique manufacturing process allows the chair to naturally adapt to the body while making every single piece one of a kind. 

Shadow Mini by Meritalia: Gaetano Pesce's radical design for children

Created as a half-scale interpretation of the famous Shadow armchair, Shadow Mini preserves the visionary approach of Gaetano Pesce. Liquid polyurethane foam is injected directly into the upholstery, where it expands and solidifies unpredictably, producing unique folds and organic volumes. Every Shadow Mini is therefore different, reflecting Meritalia's combination of craftsmanship and experimental production techniques. 

Ideal for a bedroom, children's play area or contemporary living room, Shadow Mini combines comfort with bold Italian design. Its soft sculptural shape makes it both a functional seat and a collectible design object.

The mould-free construction ensures that every chair is unique. Available in several coated fabric finishes, Shadow Mini offers exceptional comfort while faithfully preserving the character and identity of the original Shadow armchair.

More than simply a children's armchair, Shadow Mini is an authentic miniature interpretation of one of Gaetano Pesce's most celebrated projects for Meritalia, combining material research, manufacturing innovation and artistic value in a timeless design object.

Main features of Shadow Mini

• Brand: Meritalia
• Designer: Gaetano Pesce
• Product type: Children's armchair
• Materials: Soft polyurethane foam with coated fabric upholstery
• Manufacturing: Produced without a mould using polyurethane foam injection
• Distinctive feature: Every piece features unique shapes and folds
• Finishes: Available in several colours and coated fabric options
• Suitable for: Indoor residential spaces

Dimensions

• Width: 60 cm
• Depth: 55 cm
• Height: 65 cm
• Weight: 14 kg

Frequently Asked Questions about Shadow Mini

Is Shadow Mini simply a smaller version of Shadow?
Yes. It faithfully reproduces the concept, materials and mould-free manufacturing process of the original Shadow armchair in a child-sized version.

Why is every Shadow Mini different?
The polyurethane foam expands naturally inside the upholstery during production, creating unique folds and shapes in every chair.

Which materials are used?
Shadow Mini features soft polyurethane foam padding upholstered in Meritalia coated fabric.

Where can Shadow Mini be used?
It is ideal for children's bedrooms, playrooms and contemporary living spaces looking for an iconic Italian design piece.

Are different colours available?
Yes. Shadow Mini is available in several coated fabric colours and finishes offered by Meritalia.

For dimensions, technical specifications and further product information, please refer to the attached PDFs.