$3,608 / item
H 26.38 in W 43.21 in D 37.1 in
Customizable Tacchini Sesann Ottoman by Gianfranco Frattini
By Tacchini, Gianfranco Frattini
Located in New York, NY
Together with the armchair and sofa already featured in a Tacchini re-edition in 2015, the Sesann
Leather, Fabric
$7,363 / item
H 26.38 in W 43.21 in D 37.1 in
Customizable Tacchini Sesann Armchair by Gianfranco Frattini
By Tacchini, Gianfranco Frattini
Located in New York, NY
price listed for starting fabric An icon of Italian design in the 1970s, the Sesann collection by
Leather, Fabric
$9,602 / item
H 26.38 in W 70.87 in D 37.1 in
Customizable Tacchini Sesann Sofa by Gianfranco Frattini
By Tacchini, Gianfranco Frattini
Located in New York, NY
A reissue of a historic design by Gianfranco Frattini, Sesann is a collection of sofas and
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$9,472 / item
H 26.38 in W 94.49 in D 38.18 in
Customizable Tacchini Sesann Sofa by Gianfranco Frattini
By Tacchini, Gianfranco Frattini
Located in New York, NY
A reissue of a historic design by Gianfranco Frattini, Sesann is a collection of sofas and
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$10,693 / item
H 26.38 in W 94.49 in D 37.1 in
Customizable Tacchini Sesann Sofa by Gianfranco Frattini
By Tacchini, Gianfranco Frattini
Located in New York, NY
Frattini, Sesann is a collection of sofas and armchairs with soft, cosy forms that evoke feelings of warmth
Leather, Fabric
$3,480Sale Price|77% Off
H 26.38 in W 70.87 in D 37.01 in
Tacchini Sesann Sofa by Gianfranco Frattini in STOCK
By Tacchini, Gianfranco Frattini
Located in New York, NY
Sesann 180cm Sofa Mays Color 01 - Cat. M Frame T07 Painted Black Walnut T43 Feet A reissue of a
Fabric
$9,602 / item
H 26.38 in W 70.87 in D 37.1 in
Customizable Tacchini Sesann Sofa Designed by Gianfranco Frattini
By Tacchini, Gianfranco Frattini
Located in New York, NY
Frattini, Sesann is a collection of sofas and armchairs with soft, cosy forms that evoke feelings of warmth
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$10,994Sale Price|30% Off
H 26.38 in W 94.49 in D 37.1 in
NEW Tacchini Sesann Sofa by Gianfranco Frattini in STOCK
By Tacchini, Gianfranco Frattini
Located in New York, NY
design by Gianfranco Frattini, Sesann is a collection of sofas and armchairs with soft, cosy forms that
Fabric
$9,680Sale Price|38% Off
H 26.38 in W 94.49 in D 37.01 in
Tacchini Sesann Sofa by Gianfranco Frattini in STOCK
By Gianfranco Frattini
Located in New York, NY
SESANN - ricinus 04 CAL117 A reissue of a historic design by Gianfranco Frattini, Sesann is a
Textile
$7,780Sale Price|50% Off
H 26.38 in W 94.49 in D 37.01 in
Tacchini Sesann Sofa by Gianfranco Frattini in STOCK
By Gianfranco Frattini
Located in New York, NY
design by Gianfranco Frattini, Sesann is a collection of sofas and armchairs with soft, cosy forms that
Textile
$21,989Sale Price / set|30% Off
H 26.38 in W 94.49 in D 37.01 in
Set of Two Tacchini Sesann Sofas by Gianfranco Frattini in STOCK
By Gianfranco Frattini
Located in New York, NY
A reissue of a historic design by Gianfranco Frattini, Sesann is a collection of sofas and armchairs
Textile
$9,382
H 26.38 in W 94.49 in D 38.19 in
Sesann - Sofa in fabric by Gianfranco Frattini for Tacchini W 240 cm (94.49 in)
By Tacchini, Gianfranco Frattini
Located in Alcamo, IT
. Tacchini Craftsmanship Reissued by Tacchini, Sesann embodies the brand’s dedication to preserving Italian
Fabric
$24,500 / item
H 26.4 in W 94.5 in D 37 in
Gianfranco Frattini Sesann Sofa in Dedar Karakorum by Tacchini
By Tacchini
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
The Sesann sofa is a masterpiece of modern style and comfortable elegance. It features a tubular
Chrome
$11,285 / item
H 10.39 in W 41.08 in D 16.59 in
Customizable Tacchini Grand Sesann Sofa by Gianfranco Frattini
By Tacchini, Gianfranco Frattini
Located in New York, NY
. Sesann is reborn in new dimensions to offer greater comfort and sensuality with a deep and welcoming seat
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$4,753Sale Price|30% Off
H 26.37 in W 43.3 in D 37 in
Sesann Lounge Chair by Tacchini designed by Gianfranco Frattini
By Gianfranco Frattini, Tacchini
Located in Carson, CA
The Sesann armchair designed by Frattini is an icon of 1970s Italian design, the absolute
Chrome
$8,417 / set
H 17.33 in Dm 24.02 in
Gianfranco Frattini Set of Four 780/783 Stacking Low Tables by Cassina 1960s
By Cassina, Gianfranco Frattini
Located in Cascina, Pisa
set of stacking tables for Cassina, the Sesann armchair for Tacchini, the Albero bookcase and the
Plastic, Laminate, Beech
Tacchini Sesann Sofa Designed by Gianfranco Frattini
By Tacchini
Located in Long Island City, NY
Tacchini Sesann Sofa Designed by Gianfranco Frattini.
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Tacchini Sesann Sofa Designed by Gianfranco Frattini in STOCK
By Gianfranco Frattini
Located in New York, NY
SESANN Ricinius 05 frame: T09 CAL117 A reissue of a historic design by Gianfranco Frattini
Textile
Tacchini Sesann Sofa Designed by Gianfranco Frattini in STOCK
By Gianfranco Frattini
Located in New York, NY
SESANN - thesium 26 Matt black frame T07 Dark walnut feet T43 CAL117 A reissue of a historic
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H 26.38 in W 94.49 in D 37.1 in
Tacchini Sesann Sofa by Gianfranco Frattini with Black Chrome Frame in STOCK
By Gianfranco Frattini, Tacchini
Located in New York, NY
frame and walnut feet. A reissue of a historic design by Gianfranco Frattini, Sesann is a collection of
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H 26.38 in W 94.49 in D 37.01 in
Set of Two Tacchini Sesann Sofas Designed by Gianfranco Frattini
By Gianfranco Frattini
Located in New York, NY
SESANN Ricinius 05 frame: T09 CAL117 A reissue of a historic design by Gianfranco Frattini
Textile
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By Tacchini, Gianfranco Frattini
Located in New York, NY
reissue of a historic design by Gianfranco Frattini, Sesann is a collection of sofas and armchairs with
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Sesann Leather Lounge Chair by Gianfranco Frattini
By Gianfranco Frattini, Tacchini
Located in Boston, MA
An icon of Italian design in the 1970s, the Sesann collection by Gianfranco Frattini was part of a
Chrome
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By Gianfranco Frattini, Tacchini
Located in New York, NY
historic design by Gianfranco Frattini, Sesann is a collection of sofas and armchairs with soft, cosy forms
Fabric
Tacchini Sesann Sofa Designed by Gianfranco Frattini
By Gianfranco Frattini
Located in New York, NY
A reissue of a historic design by Gianfranco Frattini, Sesann is a collection of sofas and
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Tacchini Sesann Sofa Designed by Gianfranco Frattini in STOCK
By Gianfranco Frattini, Tacchini
Located in New York, NY
Sesann 180cm Sofa Karakorum by dedar: #007 ecume painted black frame t07 walnut feet t43
Textile
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By Tacchini, Gianfranco Frattini
Located in New York, NY
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H 26.38 in W 94.49 in D 37.1 in
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Located in New York, NY
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By Gianfranco Frattini
Located in New York, NY
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By Gianfranco Frattini, Tacchini
Located in New York, NY
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$750
H 26 in W 20 in
Galerie Maeght /// Abstract Geometric Minimalist Ellsworth Kelly Colorfield Art
By Ellsworth Kelly
Located in Saint Augustine, FL
Artist: Ellsworth Kelly (American, 1923-2015) Title: "Galerie Maeght" Year: 1964 Medium: Original Lithograph, Exhibition Poster on light wove paper Limited edition: Unknown Printer...
Lithograph
$10,702
H 19.69 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in
Sabine Marcelis Pink Resin Candy Cube Contemporary Square Side Table, Rotterdam
By Sabine Marcelis
Located in Barcelona, ES
Sabine Marcelis Candy Cubes series Manufactured by Studio Sabine Marcelis Rotterdam, 2017 High polished single cast resin Measurements 50 cm x 50 cm x 50 H cm. 19.68 in x 19.68 in ...
Resin
1958 Danish Teak Royal Cado Wall Unit by Poul Cadovius
By Poul Cadovius
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Highly versatile and functional Cado wall unit in walnut by Danish designer Poul Cadovius. We currently have many different Cado pieces in stock and can customize your order to incl...
Teak
Pair of Oak Nightstand or Bedside Table
By Jean Royère
Located in London, GB
Same door handle
Oak
$2,150
H 12.6 in W 12.6 in D 11.42 in
Modular Side Table by Willy Guhl for Eternit AG, Switzerland, 1954
By Willy Guhl, Eternit
Located in Antwerp, BE
Willy Guhl’s modular cubic side table for Eternit AG, handmade in Switzerland in 1954. This rare piece exemplifies Guhl’s groundbreaking design approach, crafted with precision from ...
Concrete, Cement
American Designer, Sectional Sofa, Rattan, Velvet, USA, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A rattan and yellow velvet sectional sofa designed and produced in the US, c. 1970s. Dimensions: 25.25” H x 98” W x 98” D Seat Height: 17”
Velvet, Rattan
Early Poul Henningsen Copper Table Lamp, 1930s
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Poul Henningsen & Louis Poulsen, Mid-century Modern design This is the iconic Poul Henningsen (PH 4/3) table lamp with original copper shades. Stand, switch and socket house of bro...
Copper
Sheepskin Samspel Sofa by Carl Malmsten
By Carl Malmsten
Located in London, England
Carl Malmsten - Samspel Sofa This iconic piece of Swedish furniture was designed in 1956 by master-designer Carl Malmsten. It was originally produced by AB Record in Bollnas, Sweden...
Sheepskin, Beech
$2,474 / item
H 11.8 in W 11.8 in D 7.5 in
Tulip Organic Modern Contemporary Wall Sconce, Wall Light in White Plaster
By Hannah Woodhouse
Located in London, GB
Handmade Tulip organic modern wall light/ wall sconce, in silky smooth white plaster, created by artist Hannah Woodhouse in her London studio. Contemporary organic modern design insp...
Plaster
$30,061 / set
H 26.38 in W 40.56 in D 35.44 in
Pierre Paulin, Pair of Spider Lounge Chairs "Model F678" for Artifort. 1966
By Pierre Paulin, Artifort
Located in Paris, FR
Exceptional and rare pair of lounge chairs model F678, also known as the Spider Lounge Chair designed by the French designer Pierre Paulin and manufactured by Artifort Furniture Comp...
Fabric, Wool, Upholstery, Velvet, Rope, Plywood
$6,470 / item
H 83 in W 28 in D 40 in
David Mazel Tov LifeGuard Chair, Handcrafted Maple Coastal Inspiration Seating
By Louie George Michael
Located in Montreal, Quebec
This chair is named in honor of the famous lifeguard. David Mazel Tov is a design focused on perspectives and it allows two people to co-exist in a space with different points of vie...
Rattan, Maple
Deco Sconce by Fabio Ltd
By Fabio Ltd.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian Art Deco style wall light with amethyst Murano glass shade hand blown with bubbles inside the glass using Bollicine technique, mounted on bronzed finish frame / Designed by F...
Brass
$2,950 / item
H 11.82 in Dm 21.66 in
Mint Condition Florian Schulz Onos Polished Brass with Side Counterweight
By Florian Schulz
Located in Berlin, DE
This lamp is in perfect condition. The height is adjustable with the counter weight to any needs. To be on the safe side, the lamp should be checked locally by a specialist concer...
Brass
Raul Reyes 'Rey 14' Perforated Brass Dome Ceiling Lamp
By Lisa Johansson-Pape, Paavo Tynell
Located in Glendale, CA
Raul Reyes 'Rey 14' Perforated brass dome ceiling lamp. Hand-fabricated in Los Angeles, these highly refined ceiling lamps are reminiscent of the iconic mid-century Finnish designs...
Brass
$3,535 / set
H 17.72 in W 22.84 in D 22.84 in
Gianfranco Frattini Nesting Tables, space age design, Cassina, Italy circa 1970s
By Gianfranco Frattini
Located in leucate, FR
Gianfranco Frattini for Cassina. Set of 3 Interlocking square nesting tables. A classic of space age design. The 3 tables are stackable to create a square block. ( like Tetris )....
Smoked Glass, Wood
$2,403 / set
H 23.23 in Dm 12.6 in
Pair of Swedish Table Lamps of Brass with Leather Detail and White Shade
By Örsjö Industri AB
Located in Madrid, ES
Pair of brass table lights with brown leather detail. Made in Sweden by Örsjö Industri. White fabric lampshades that are slightly different.
Brass
Gianfranco Frattini is widely regarded as a mid-century master of Italian modern design. He was an award-winning architect and designer, and specialized in creating furniture and decor that is both decorative and practical — Frattini’s vintage desks, armchairs, nesting tables and other works are celebrated for their sophisticated merging of function and form.
Born in Padua in 1926, Frattini studied architecture at the Polytechnic University of Milan. He later apprenticed with his teacher and mentor, Gio Ponti. Through Ponti — arguably the most important figure in 20th-century Italian architecture and design — Frattini met many notable modernist designers such as Oscar Niemeyer and Le Corbusier, but an introduction to famed Italian entrepreneur Cesare Cassina would prove incredibly significant in helping launch his career.
During the mid-1950s, Frattini began to collaborate with Cassina’s eponymous company. He designed the brand’s acclaimed leather and walnut Model 849 lounge chair — a winner of the Compasso d’Oro award — the Marema nesting tables and the iconic Sesann collection. The latter, an enduring 1970s suite of impossibly welcoming leather-covered seating, is now produced by Tacchini. In addition to Cassina, Frattini created furniture and lighting for other manufacturers such as Bernini, Arteluce, Artemide, Knoll and more.
While many of his designs incorporate glass, tubular steel and other materials, Frattini loved working with wood. The sculptural Albero bookcase — an innovative floor-to-ceiling structure made in walnut that swings on a 360-degree vertical swivel axis — is a striking example of Frattini’s dedication to traditional woodworking techniques. In the early 1970s, he traveled to Japan with friend and collaborator Pierluigi Ghianda — a master Milanese cabinet maker — in order to study the work of artisans in Kyoto. The trip inspired his design of the Kyoto table, a work of solid beech with Canaletto walnut inserts that is part of the permanent collection of the Milan Triennale’s Design Museum. The Kyoto and Albero have been revived by Poltrona Frau.
Frattini’s designs are in the permanent collections of prestigious museums such as the Museum of Modern Art and the Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum.
Find vintage Gianfranco Frattini furniture, lighting and decor on 1stDibs.
Black leather, silk velvet cushions, breathable bouclé fabric — when shopping for antique or vintage sofas, today’s couch connoisseurs have much to choose from in terms of style and shape. But it wasn’t always thus.
The sofa is typically defined as a long upholstered seat that features a back and arms and is intended for two or more people. While the term “couch” comes from the Old French couche, meaning to lie down, and sofa has Eastern origins, both are forms of divan, a Turkish word that means an elongated cushioned seat. Bench-like seating in Ancient Greece, which was padded with soft blankets, was called klinai. No matter how you spell it, sofa just means comfort, at least it does today.
In the early days of sofa design, upholstery consisted of horsehair or dried moss. Sofas that originated in countries such as France during the 17th century were more integral to decor than they were to comfort. Like most Baroque furnishings from the region, they frequently comprised heavy, gilded mahogany frames and were upholstered in floral Beauvais tapestry. Today, options abound when it comes to style and material, with authentic leather offerings and classy steel settees. Plush, velvet chesterfields represent the platonic ideal of coziness.
Vladimir Kagan’s iconic sofa designs, such as the Crescent and the Serpentine — which, like the sectional sofas of the 1960s created by furniture makers such as Harvey Probber, are quite popular among mid-century modern furniture enthusiasts — showcase the spectrum of style available to modern consumers. Those looking to make a statement can turn to Studio 65’s lip-shaped Bocca sofa, which was inspired by the work of Salvador Dalí. Elsewhere, the furniture of the 1970s evokes an era when experimentation ruled, or at least provided a reason to break the rules. Just about every area of society felt a sudden urge to be wayward, to push boundaries — and buttons. Vintage leather sofas of that decade are characterized by a rare blending of the showy and organic.
With so many options, it’s important to explore and find the perfect furniture for your space. Paying attention to the lines of the cushions as well as the flow from the backrest into the arms is crucial to identifying a cohesive new piece for your home or office.
Fortunately, with styles from every era — and even round sofas — there’s a luxurious piece for every space. Deck out your living room with an Art Deco lounge or go retro with a nostalgic '80s design. No matter your sitting vision, the right piece is waiting for you in the expansive collection of unique sofas on 1stDibs.