Machine Description

Farfalla, meaning 'butterfly' in Italian, was a pinball machine manufactured by Zaccaria, Italy's leading pinball manufacturer during the early 1980s. This machine represents a distinctive period in European pinball design when Italian manufacturers were creating unique alternatives to the American-dominated pinball market.

The machine featured artwork and theming around butterflies and natural garden elements, typical of the more artistic and less aggressive themes often found in European pinball designs of this era. The playfield likely included multiple butterfly-themed targets and special features that complemented its natural motif, though specific details of the game's layout are not extensively documented.

As a solid-state machine from the early 1980s, Farfalla would have incorporated modern electronic components while maintaining the classic feel of pinball gameplay. Zaccaria machines from this period were known for their distinctive sound effects and music, which helped differentiate them from their American counterparts. While not as widely distributed as games from manufacturers like Williams or Bally, Farfalla represents an important piece of pinball history, particularly in documenting the European contribution to the industry.