Franz Sartori Seating
1927-2000
Although Franz Sartori was best known as a sculptor, he was also a talented furniture designer who produced low-slung, streamlined lounge chairs, sofas and other mid-century modern pieces.
Sartori was born Teodoro Antonio Franz Sartori in Milan in 1927. His most fruitful period of designing furniture came in the 1960s and ’70s. During that time, Sartori collaborated with Italian manufacturer Flexform on armchairs, living room sets, sofas and lounge chairs featuring plump cushions, geometric silhouettes and undulating legs. Sartori’s seating was extremely comfortable and came upholstered in fine leather, soft velvet or luxurious bouclé. Additionally, he worked with furniture company Cristal Arte on wall mirrors made of glass, lacquer and crystal arranged in layers of concentric circles.
Throughout his design career, Sartori participated in numerous exhibitions and received several awards, including first prize for design at the International Competition Fiera di Trieste, the Papal Lateran Gold Cross at the Vatican in 1968, the Europremio of Honor for Design in 1970 and La Madonnina International Award in Milan in 1973.
Today, Sartori’s artworks and furniture pieces are found in public and private collections around the world.
On 1stDibs, find a range of vintage Franz T. Sartori seating, mirrors and other furniture.
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Creator: Franz Sartori
Vintage 3-seater sofa by Franz Sartori for Flexform, Italy 1965 (Customizable)
By Flexform, Franz Sartori
Located in Argelato, BO
Franz Sartori is best known for his organic sculptural work but he also designed furniture which reflected his sculptural talent.
These incredible e seats sofa is extremely comfort...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Franz Sartori Seating
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Pair of Italian Armchairs by Franz Sartori for Flexform, 1965 (Customizable)
By Franz Sartori, Flexform
Located in Argelato, BO
Franz Sartori is best known for his organic sculptural work but he also designed furniture which reflected his sculptural talent.
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1960s Vintage Franz Sartori Seating
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Pair of Mid-century Modern Italian Armchairs by Franz Sartori for Flexform, 1965
By Flexform, Franz Sartori
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Rara e bellissima coppia di poltrone in velluto marrone disegnate dallo scultore italiano Franz Sartori per Flexform, Milano, Italia, 1965
Sartori è meglio conosciuto per le sue scul...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Franz Sartori Seating
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Franz Sartori for Flexform Pair of Armchairs in Black Leather
By Franz Sartori
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Franz Sartori for Flexform, pair of lounge chairs, leather, stained wood, Italy, circa 1965.
Sturdy pair of lounge chairs in black leather by the Italian sculptor Franz Sartori. The...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Franz Sartori Seating
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Mid-Century Modern Armchair and Ottoman by Franz T. Sartori, Flexform, 1965
By Franz Sartori
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern armchair and ottoman by Franz T. Sartori, Flexform, 196.
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Franz Sartori Seating
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Fabric, Wood
Franz Sartori for Flexform Sofa in Black Leather
By Franz Sartori
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Franz T. Sartori for Flexform, two-seat sofa, leather, lacquered wood and chrome, Italy, 1970s.
Bulky and lush sofa in leather of Italian origin. This great is by design by the Ital...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Franz Sartori Seating
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Leather, Wood
Pair of Armchairs by Franz Sartori for Flexform, 1965, Italy
By Franz Sartori
Located in Brussels, BE
The present pair is sold in its original fabric. The pair has to be reupholstered as the fabric is old. This why we sell them to a lower price.
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1960s Italian Vintage Franz Sartori Seating
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Fabric, Wood
Italian Mid-Century Olive Green Velvet Armchairs by Franz Sartori for Flexform
By Franz Sartori
Located in Traversetolo, IT
Rare and beautiful pair of armchairs in olive green velvet designed by Italian sculptor Franz Sartori for Flexform, Milan, Italy, 1965. Sart...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Franz Sartori Seating
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Franz Sartori seating for sale on 1stDibs.
Franz Sartori seating are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of wood and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Franz Sartori seating, although gray editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original seating by Franz Sartori were created in the mid-century modern style in italy during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider seating by Giuseppe Rossi di Albizzate, Framar, and Nello Pini. Prices for Franz Sartori seating can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $4,450 and can go as high as $10,537, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $7,212.