Ideal Standard Large Michelangelo Sink in Penthouse Red

Own a legendary piece of 20th-century design with this genuine Michelangelo Penthouse Red sink. Designed in the 1970s by the acclaimed Italian architect Paolo Tilche, the Michelangelo range was a revolutionary force in the British market, becoming the first truly rectangular bathroom suite ever sold in the UK. Despite its “unusual” avant-garde silhouette, it went on to become perhaps the largest-selling luxury bathroom suite of all time.

Architectural Heritage | Paolo Tilche Design

The Michelangelo range is celebrated for its substantial, sculptural presence and sharp, geometric lines.

• Large Format Basin: At 70cm wide, this is an impressively sized basin that commands attention, offering a level of grandeur rarely found in modern sanitaryware.

• Exclusive Penthouse Red: This basin is finished in the vibrant and daring Penthouse Red—a high-gloss, deep crimson that epitomises 1970s and 80s luxury.

• Historic Milestone: Choosing a Michelangelo sink is more than a renovation choice; it is an investment in a design that fundamentally changed the shape of the British bathroom.

Condition and Restoration

As a genuine vintage fixture of this scale, this suite has been carefully reclaimed and professionally handled:

• Fully Restored: The vitreous china has been meticulously cleaned and polished to revive the striking Penthouse Red lustre.

• Integrity: The basin and pedestal are entirely free from cracks or crazing.

• Authentic Character: There are some minor age-related marks and one very small chip, which are to be expected with a piece of this era and do not detract from its impressive overall appearance or structural soundness.

Technical Specifications

• Manufacturer: Ideal Standard

• Designer: Paolo Tilche (Italy)

• Model: Michelangelo

• Colour: Penthouse Red

• Width: 70cm

• Depth: 58cm

• Height: 85cm

Why Choose the Michelangelo in Penthouse Red?

The Michelangelo Penthouse Red sink is the ultimate choice for those looking to create a high-impact feature in a master bathroom or an unforgettable statement in a cloakroom. Its massive proportions and defiant colour palette make it a “trophy” piece for collectors of mid-century modern and brutalist-era design.

Safe and Secure Delivery

Due to the substantial weight and large dimensions of the Michelangelo basin and pedestal, specialised handling is required. We offer secure delivery at an extra cost, using reinforced, high-impact packaging and palletised transit where necessary to ensure your suite reaches you in perfect condition.

Need a Specific Match?

If you can’t find the exact item you’re looking for online, please get in touch. Our warehouse holds hundreds of unlisted pieces from heritage British manufacturers like Armitage Shanks, Royal Doulton, Twyfords, Shires, and Ideal Standard.

Specialists in Discontinued Colours

We stock an extensive range of rare bathroom shades from the 1950s through to the 1990s. Whether you need a 1980s Heather Pink or a 1990s Peach, we can help you find the perfect replacement.

Our inventory includes popular and rare tones such as:

• Classic Pinks: Flamingo, Orchid, Chiffon, and Rose Water.
• Retro Greens: Avocado, Pampas, Sage, and Apple Blossom.
• Vintage Blues: Bermuda Blue, Sky Blue, and Caspian.
• Earth & Neutrals: Indian Ivory, Champagne, Pergamon, and Harvest Gold.
• The “Whisper” Range: Available in Apricot, Blue, Cream, Green, Grey, Peach, and Pink.

Looking for a specific shade like Penthouse, Twilight, or Bali? Get In Touch — we likely have the exact match in our unlisted stock.