Franz Sartori Armchairs

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.

Creator: Franz Sartori

Pair of Mid-century Modern Italian Armchairs by Franz Sartori for Flexform, 1965

$5,285Sale Price / set|30% Off

Pair of Mid-century Modern Italian Armchairs by Franz Sartori for Flexform, 1965

By Franz Sartori, Flexform

Located in Puglia, Puglia

Rare and beautiful pair of brown velvet armchairs designed by Italian sculptor Franz Sartori for Flexform, Milan, Italy, 1965 Sartori is best known for his organic sculptures, but he...

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Franz Sartori Armchairs

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Velvet, Beech

Pair of Italian Armchairs by Franz Sartori for Flexform, 1965 (Customizable)

$4,182 / set

Pair of Italian Armchairs by Franz Sartori for Flexform, 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 chairs are extremely comfortable ...

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1960s Vintage Franz Sartori Armchairs

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Fabric, Wood

Mid-Century Modern Armchair and Ottoman by Franz T. Sartori, Flexform, 1965

$8,364

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 Armchairs

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Fabric, Wood

Mid Century Modern Upholstered Armchair

$1,490

H 30 in W 27 in D 30 in

Mid Century Modern Upholstered Armchair

Located in Pasadena, TX

This chair is made of walnut. It's upholstered in a nice floral fabric. It's made is the style of Dux.

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Franz Sartori Armchairs

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Upholstery, Walnut

Pair of Italian Armchairs by Gio Ponti for Casa e Giardino, 1930s

$15,334 / set

H 28.75 in W 25.6 in D 25.6 in

Pair of Italian Armchairs by Gio Ponti for Casa e Giardino, 1930s

By Gio Ponti

Located in Paris, FR

A set of two Italian collectible vintage armchairs first designed by Gio Ponti for manufacturing company Casa e Giardino in the late 1930s. They have been reupholstered in a white fa...

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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Franz Sartori Armchairs

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Fabric, Mahogany

Flexform Ortigia Armchairs in Hand-Woven Black Leather Cord over Solid Walnut

$5,800 / set

H 30 in W 24 in D 24 in

Flexform Ortigia Armchairs in Hand-Woven Black Leather Cord over Solid Walnut

By Flexform

Located in Dallas, TX

Designed as statement pieces, the Ortigia armchairs can play a leading role in settings like the bedroom or easily be matched with your sofa to lend a note of understated elegance to any living space. Sophisticated hand-woven black leather cord...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Franz Sartori Armchairs

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Steel

Pair of Brasiliana Armchairs by Jorge Zalszupin, 1965, Brazilian Midcentury

$78,400 / set

H 36.62 in W 40.95 in D 26.97 in

Pair of Brasiliana Armchairs by Jorge Zalszupin, 1965, Brazilian Midcentury

By Jorge Zalszupin

Located in New York, NY

The iconic Brasiliana is a series composed of a sofa and armchair designed by Jorge Zalszupin (1922-2020) in 1965 and produced by his company, L'atelier. These rare pieces have molded laminate wood structures and were part of the first line of furniture from L’atelier. Designed for the launch of the store, this collection still had the execution and details of artisanal woodwork but already introduced some techniques and materials considered innovative. Brasiliana armchairs...

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1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Franz Sartori Armchairs

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Rosewood, Fabric

"Boomerang" Chair by Rodolfo Bonetto for Flexform, Italy, 1960s

$2,881

H 25.2 in W 23.63 in D 31.5 in

"Boomerang" Chair by Rodolfo Bonetto for Flexform, Italy, 1960s

By Flexform, Rodolfo Bonetto

Located in Milan, IT

"Boomerang" chair by Rodolfo Bonetto for Flexform. Green velvet padded foam body with steel boomerang-shaped side-frames. Rear backrest features two large pockets to host books.

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1960s Italian Vintage Franz Sartori Armchairs

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Velvet, Foam

Mid-Century Modern DUX Armchair, Birch Frame, Striped Upholstery

$2,683

H 38.59 in W 25.99 in D 33.08 in

Mid-Century Modern DUX Armchair, Birch Frame, Striped Upholstery

By Dux of Sweden

Located in Göteborg, SE

A timeless Mid-Century Modern armchair produced by Swedish manufacturer DUX in the 1950s. This sculptural lounge chair features a beautifully crafted solid birch frame with gently cu...

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1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Franz Sartori Armchairs

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Textile, Birch

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Rattan Armchairs, Italy, 1960s

$1,626

H 35.44 in W 22.84 in D 18.12 in

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Rattan Armchairs, Italy, 1960s

Located in Brussels, BE

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Rattan armchairs, 1960s.

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Franz Sartori Armchairs

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Rattan

Italian Magister Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Franz Sartori for Flexform, c1960s

$5,000

H 39 in W 34 in D 46 in

Italian Magister Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Franz Sartori for Flexform, c1960s

By Franz Sartori, Flexform

Located in Chino Hills, CA

Introducing a stunning Italian Magister Lounge Chair and Ottoman by the renowned designer Franz Sartori for Flexform, crafted in the 1960s. This exquisite set has been professionally...

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Franz Sartori Armchairs

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Wood

Pair of Italian Mid-Century Armchairs by Gigi Radice for Minotti

$4,414 / set

H 33.86 in W 30.32 in D 29.53 in

Pair of Italian Mid-Century Armchairs by Gigi Radice for Minotti

By Gigi Radice, Minotti

Located in Roma, RM

An elegant pair of Italian mid-century armchairs designed by Luigi 'Gigi' Radice for the respected Italian manufacturer Minotti, dating from the late 1950s to early 1960s. The chair...

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Franz Sartori Armchairs

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Metal

Midcentury Italian Armchairs, 1965

$1,487Sale Price / set|20% Off

H 29.14 in W 29.53 in D 31.5 in

Midcentury Italian Armchairs, 1965

Located in Praha, CZ

- Made in Italy - Made of wood, fabric - Re-upholstered - Very good, original condition.

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1660s Italian Mid-Century Modern Antique Franz Sartori Armchairs

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Fabric, Wood

Mid-Century Modern Pair of Marenco Armchairs by Mario Marenco, Italy

$8,364 / set

H 24.41 in W 42.13 in D 37.01 in

Mid-Century Modern Pair of Marenco Armchairs by Mario Marenco, Italy

By Mario Marenco

Located in Brussels, BE

Mid-Century Modern Pair of Marenco Armchairs by Mario Marenco- New Velvet Upholstery Designed by Italian architect and designer Mario Marenco in 1970 for Arflex, the Marenco armchai...

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Franz Sartori Armchairs

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Velvet

Mid-Century Modern Leather Armchair

$1,808 / item

H 33 in W 23 in D 23 in

Mid-Century Modern Leather Armchair

Located in Westwood, NJ

Mid-Century Modern style metal and leather armchair, sleek steel grey frame with wood arms, and quilted leather seat and back. Crafted i...

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21st Century and Contemporary Asian Mid-Century Modern Franz Sartori Armchairs

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Metal

Previously Available Items

Franz Sartori Lounge Chair Leather & Cotton

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H 28.35 in W 33.86 in D 34.26 in

Franz Sartori Lounge Chair Leather & Cotton

By Franz Sartori

Located in Faversham, GB

Beautiful low-profile armchair designed and produced by Franz Sartori, Italy, in the 1970s. This sculptural lounge chair combines comfort and elegance, featuring original white uphol...

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1970s Italian Vintage Franz Sartori Armchairs

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Leather, Cotton

Pair of Armchairs by Franz Sartori for Flexform, 1965, Italy

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H 33.08 in W 32.29 in D 36.23 in

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 Armchairs

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Fabric, Wood

Italian Mid-Century Olive Green Velvet Armchairs by Franz Sartori for Flexform

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H 24.02 in W 34.65 in D 35.44 in

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 Armchairs

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Velvet

Pair of Franz Sartori Armchairs in Bouclé for Flexform, Italy, 1960s

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H 32.29 in W 33.86 in L 32.29 in

Pair of Franz Sartori Armchairs in Bouclé for Flexform, Italy, 1960s

By Franz Sartori, Flexform

Located in Echt, NL

Beautiful formed Italian armchairs in excellent condition. Manufactured by the well known Italian design firm Flexform, Milan. Designed by sculptor and artist Franz T Sartori in t...

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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Franz Sartori Armchairs

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Aluminum

Rare Lounge Chairs in White Boucle, Franz T. Sartori, Flexform, 1965

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H 28 in W 33.5 in D 37 in

Rare Lounge Chairs in White Boucle, Franz T. Sartori, Flexform, 1965

By Franz Sartori, Flexform

Located in Culver City, CA

Available right now I have a pair of stunning lounge chairs by Italian sculptor Franz. T. Sartori for Flexform, Italy, 1965. Flexform, anm Italian design powerhouse has seen the like...

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Franz Sartori Armchairs

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Bouclé

Franz Sartori armchairs for sale on 1stDibs.

Franz Sartori armchairs 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 armchairs, although gray editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original armchairs by Franz Sartori were created in the mid-century modern style in italy during the 1960s. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider armchairs by Elam, Giulio Moscatelli, and Giovanni Bassi. Prices for Franz Sartori armchairs can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $5,789 and can go as high as $8,700, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $7,617.