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.
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Creator: Franz Sartori
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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Pair of Italian Armchairs by Franz Sartori for Flexform, 1965 (Customizable)
By Franz Sartori, Flexform
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Franz Sartori is best known for his organic sculptural work but he also designed furniture which reflected his sculptural talent.
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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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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
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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.