Gianfranco Frattini Tables
Italian, 1926-2004
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.
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Creator: Gianfranco Frattini
Gianfranco Frattini desk for Cantieri Carugati in cherry wood, Italy 1958
By Gianfranco Frattini, Franco Bettonica, Cantieri Carugati, Gian Franco Frattini
Located in Argelato, BO
Gianfranco Frattini, rare desk with wooden structure and supports and nickel-plated metal handles. It is a sophisticated desk, the work of the Milanese architect and designer Gianfra...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Gianfranco Frattini Tables
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Metal
Midcentury Modern Wooden Desk by Gianfranco Frattini for Bernini
By Gianfranco Frattini, Bernini
Located in Madrid, ES
Hardwood writing desk designed by Gianfranco Frattini and produced by Bernini, Italy. The desk features a removable top part with extra drawers and storage compartments. This desk ca...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Gianfranco Frattini Tables
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Hardwood
Pair Gianfranco Frattini Side Tables with Travertine Top
By Gianfranco Frattini
Located in Berlin, DE
Set of two Gianfranco Frattini side tables by Bernini with travertine top. Excellent condition.
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Gianfranco Frattini Tables
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Travertine
Coffee Table by Gianfranco Frattini for Bernini, Italy 1950s.
By Gianfranco Frattini
Located in Lot/Drogenbos, BE
Side Table or Bedside table or sofa table designed "model 554" Two drawers with handles carved into the wood very nicely shaped . by Gianfranco Frattini in 1957 for Bernini.
Des...
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1960s Italian Vintage Gianfranco Frattini Tables
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Wood
Hardwood Side Table by Gianfranco Frattini for Bernini
By Bernini, Gianfranco Frattini
Located in Madrid, ES
Small side table or a nightstand of hardwood. Designed by Gianfranco Frattini and produced by Bernini, Italy around 1960. Two drawers with built-in handles and central foot on two si...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Gianfranco Frattini Tables
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Hardwood
Acerbis Large Gong Side Table in Matt Bronze Top with Brushed Brass Frame
By Gianfranco Frattini, Acerbis
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Architect Gianfranco Frattini signed Gong, which was unveiled for the first time in 1987.
Gong is a range of round metal tables of formal simplicity ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Gianfranco Frattini Tables
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Metal
Gianfranco Frattini Nesting Tables
By Gianfranco Frattini
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Set of three stacking tables by Gianfranco Frattini, Italy, 1970s.
Newly refinished stained in subltle dark green with original black glass.
Tables stack and nest in different he...
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1970s Italian Vintage Gianfranco Frattini Tables
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Glass, Wood
Rosewood Desk by Gianfranco Frattini, Italy, 1950's
By Gianfranco Frattini
Located in Austin, TX
Gianfranco Frattini rosewood desk model 530, designed and manufactured by Bernini, Italy 1957. This desk is made of nicely grained rosewood and ...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Gianfranco Frattini Tables
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Cherry, Rosewood
Scrivania '530' Gianfranco Frattini per Bernini, anni 60 in noce
By Gianfranco Frattini, Bernini
Located in Milano, IT
Scrittoio anni '60 della serie '530' disegnato da Gianfranco Frattini per una produzione Bernini in legno impiallacciato noce. Condizioni molto buone. Restaurato.
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Gianfranco Frattini Tables
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Walnut
Mid-Century Italian Swivel Coffee Table by Gianfranco Frattini, Italy, 1960s
By Gianfranco Frattini
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Italian Swivel Coffee Table by Gianfranco Frattini, Italy, 1960s - 2 available
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Gianfranco Frattini Tables
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Wood
Acerbis Medium Gong Side Table in Matt Bronze Top with Brushed Brass Frame
By Gianfranco Frattini, Acerbis
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Architect Gianfranco Frattini signed Gong, which was unveiled for the first time in 1987.
Gong is a range of round metal tables of formal simplicity and clean lines, which are avail...
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21st Century and Contemporary Gianfranco Frattini Tables
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Metal
Wonderful, Amazing and Exclusive Frattini Desk
By Gianfranco Frattini, Bernini
Located in Munich, DE
Very rare and elegant small desk by gianfranco frattini for bernini by opening the drawer the jalousie cover at the back opens. very special piece.
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Gianfranco Frattini Tables
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Teak
Nirone table from the series 'I Bagatti' by Gianfranco Frattini for Fantoni, 1980
By Fantoni, Gianfranco Frattini
Located in Premariacco, IT
'Nirone' extendable dining table designed by Gianfranco Frattini for the 'I Bagatti' collection by Italian high-class manufacturer Fantoni.
This table comes in cherry wood and varni...
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1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Gianfranco Frattini Tables
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Wood, Cherry
Secretary by Gianfranco Frattini, Cantieri Carugati, 1954
By Gianfranco Frattini, Cantieri Carugati
Located in Berlin, DE
This beautiful secretary by Gianfranco Frattini from 1954 was made out of rosewood.
Frattini was an italien architect and designer.
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Gianfranco Frattini Tables
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Brass, Steel
Gianfranco Frattini Wood table or desk for Bernini Italian Design 1950s
By Gianfranco Frattini
Located in Milan, IT
The desk is designed by Gianfranco Frattini in 1950's for Bernini , a perfect example of Italian midcentury elegance and modern style of living. Frattini's works range from industria...
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1950s Italian Vintage Gianfranco Frattini Tables
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Metal
Mid Century Modern Nesting Tables by Gianfranco Frattini, Yugoslavia 1960s
By Gianfranco Frattini
Located in Beograd, RS
This listing features mid century modern set of 3 nesting tables, done in solid beech wood painted black, with black glass tops. Tables can function as 3 separate pieces, or they can...
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1960s Slovenian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Gianfranco Frattini Tables
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Beech
Vintage Artemide Post Modern Megaron Beam Anodized Aluminum Floor Lamp
By Artemide, Gianfranco Frattini
Located in Chattanooga, TN
This vintage Chrome Artemide Megaron Beam Lamp is the original style and design classic from Gianfranco Frattini. We're not sure of the exact date, but it has the halogen style bulb...
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1990s Italian Modern Gianfranco Frattini Tables
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Metal, Aluminum
Model 53 Mid Century Italian Desk By Gianfranco Frattini For Bernini
By Gianfranco Frattini
Located in Portlaoise, IE
Stunning design and real quality make this desk one of the stand out pieces for sale in our collection. Originally designed in 1957 by iconic Italian designer Gianfranco Frattini, th...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Gianfranco Frattini Tables
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Rosewood
No. 804 Rolltop Desk
By Gianfranco Frattini, Bernini
Located in Munich, DE
Rare and unusual desk designed by Gianfranco Frattini for Bernini. By pulling the desk top out you open the rolltop. This desk cabinet has a lot of storage space, 10 drawers at the f...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Gianfranco Frattini Tables
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Wood
Gianfranco Frattini for Cassina Nesting / Stacking Tables, Italy, 1970s
By Cassina, Gianfranco Frattini
Located in LEWES, GB
Gianfranco Frattini stacking nest of tables for Cassina, Italy, 1970s. Wooden frames and reversible laminate tops (reversible from black to white). With makers labels. Fast shipping...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Gianfranco Frattini Tables
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Laminate, Walnut
Coffee Table by Gianfranco Frattini for Bernini, Italy, 1960s
By Gianfranco Frattini
Located in Edogawa-ku Tokyo, JP
Coffee Table by Gianfranco Frattini for Bernini, Italy, 1960s
I can sent more detail picture.please contact me.
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1960s Vintage Gianfranco Frattini Tables
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Plywood
Cabinet / End Table by Gianfranco Frattini for Bernini, 1950s
By Bernini, Gianfranco Frattini
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A Mid-Century Modern walnut cabinet / end table designed by Gianfranco Frattini. This cabinet has two (2) top drawers having round handles and three (3) drawers with oval integral ha...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Gianfranco Frattini Tables
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Aluminum
Large wooden architectural dining table Italy 1970-1980
By Gianfranco Frattini
Located in Renens, CH
This large minimalist and architectural table is entirely made in lacquered ash wood.
Its structure is composed of a grid of wooden slats and four sturdy round legs.
A glass top is...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Gianfranco Frattini Tables
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Glass, Wood
Mid Century Italian Desk by Frattini
By Gianfranco Frattini
Located in Paddock Wood Tonbridge, GB
Mid Century Italian Desk by Frattini
Introducing the exquisite Mid Century Italian Desk by Gianfranco Frattini, a timeless piece that seamlessly marries functionality with stunning a...
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1960s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Gianfranco Frattini Tables
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Rosewood
Acerbis Extra Large Maestro Table in Dark Stained Walnut by Gianfranco Frattini
By Gianfranco Frattini, Acerbis
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Created at the end of the 1990s by architect Gianfranco Frattini, the Maestro table combines design vision and excellence in the of Italian cabinetmaking...
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21st Century and Contemporary Gianfranco Frattini Tables
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Walnut
1967, Gianfranco Frattini for Cassina, 4 Pieces of Marema Stacking Tables
By Gianfranco Frattini, Cassina
Located in Amsterdam IJMuiden, NL
This tables are part of the private collection of Casey Godrie and is situated in his private house.
Ask him for competitive shipping quotes. His incredible Dune Villa, Amsterdam Beach, check last two pictures of this listing or find more details on his family name plus eu, is for sale soon too. :-)
Set of four side tables in plastic 'Marema' by Gianfranco Fratinni...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Gianfranco Frattini Tables
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Plastic
Wooden Trolley, Gianfranco Frattini, Cassina
By Gianfranco Frattini, Cassina
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Trolley on wheels with two removable trays, design by Gianfranco Frattini for Cassina. Made of fine solid wood, this cart combines functionality and elegance in a refined and timeles...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Gianfranco Frattini Tables
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Wood
Pair Gianfranco Frattini Side Tables with Travertine Top
By Gianfranco Frattini
Located in Berlin, DE
Set of two Gianfranco Frattini side tables by Bernini with travertine top. Excellent condition.
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Gianfranco Frattini Tables
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Travertine
Desk by Gianfranco Frattini for Bernini 1960s
By Bernini, Gianfranco Frattini
Located in Milano, IT
Desk with drawers, leather-covered pull-out top, riser with shutter, small chrome-plated aluminum sliding doors and small drawers. Jacaranda veneer wood. Restaurato.
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Gianfranco Frattini Tables
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Aluminum
Smoked Glass Table 1960s
By Gianfranco Frattini
Located in Ljubljana, SI
Meblo table by Gianfranco Frattini 1960s.
Very rare piece of furniture.
Material: wood and smoked glass.
The table was designed by Gianfranco Frattini for Meblo.
Great vintage pa...
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1960s Slovenian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Gianfranco Frattini Tables
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Smoked Glass, Hardwood
Acerbis Square Maestro Table in Bleached Ash Wood by Gianfranco Frattini
By Gianfranco Frattini, Acerbis
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Created at the end of the 1990s by architect Gianfranco Frattini, the Maestro table combines design vision and excellence in the of Italian cabinetmaking...
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21st Century and Contemporary Gianfranco Frattini Tables
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Ash
Acerbis Large Maestro Table in Dark Stained Walnut by Gianfranco Frattini
By Acerbis, Gianfranco Frattini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Created at the end of the 1990s by architect Gianfranco Frattini, the Maestro table combines design vision and excellence in the of Italian cabinetmaking...
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21st Century and Contemporary Gianfranco Frattini Tables
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Walnut
Three Tria Coffee Table, Gianfranco Frattini for Morphos, Acerbis, 1980s
By Gianfranco Frattini, Morphos
Located in Roma, IT
Three tria coffee table is an original design furniture set realized by Gianfranco Frattini for Morphos of Acerbis International
Division (Manufacture Label) in Italy during 1980s....
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1980s Italian Modern Vintage Gianfranco Frattini Tables
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Walnut
Acerbis Medium Maestro Table in Dark Stained Walnut by Gianfranco Frattini
By Acerbis, Gianfranco Frattini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Created at the end of the 1990s by architect Gianfranco Frattini, the Maestro table combines design vision and excellence in the of Italian cabinetmaking...
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21st Century and Contemporary Gianfranco Frattini Tables
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Walnut
Acerbis Small Maestro Table in Dark Stained Walnut by Gianfranco Frattini
By Acerbis, Gianfranco Frattini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Created at the end of the 1990s by architect Gianfranco Frattini, the Maestro table combines design vision and excellence in the of Italian cabinetmaking...
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21st Century and Contemporary Gianfranco Frattini Tables
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Walnut
Acerbis Medium Gong Side Table in Matt Painted Gunmetal Top with Frame
By Gianfranco Frattini, Acerbis
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Architect Gianfranco Frattini signed Gong, which was unveiled for the first time in 1987.
Gong is a range of round metal tables of formal simplicity...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Gianfranco Frattini Tables
Materials
Metal
Acerbis Large Gong Side Table in Matt Painted Gunmetal Top with Frame
By Gianfranco Frattini, Acerbis
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Architect Gianfranco Frattini signed Gong, which was unveiled for the first time in 1987.
Gong is a range of round metal tables of formal simplicity and clean lines, which are availa...
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21st Century and Contemporary Gianfranco Frattini Tables
Materials
Metal
Acerbis Small Gong Side Table in Matt Painted Orbital Bronze Top with Frame
By Acerbis, Gianfranco Frattini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Architect Gianfranco Frattini signed Gong, which was unveiled for the first time in 1987.
Gong is a range of round metal tables of formal simplicity ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Gianfranco Frattini Tables
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Metal
Acerbis Large Maestro Table in Black Ash Wood by Gianfranco Frattini
By Acerbis, Gianfranco Frattini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Created at the end of the 1990s by architect Gianfranco Frattini, the Maestro table combines design vision and excellence in the of Italian cabinetmaking...
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21st Century and Contemporary Gianfranco Frattini Tables
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Ash
Acerbis Medium Maestro Table in Black Ash Wood by Gianfranco Frattini
By Acerbis, Gianfranco Frattini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Created at the end of the 1990s by architect Gianfranco Frattini, the Maestro table combines design vision and excellence in the of Italian cabinetmaking...
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21st Century and Contemporary Gianfranco Frattini Tables
Materials
Ash
Acerbis Extra Large Maestro Table in Black Ash Wood by Gianfranco Frattini
By Acerbis, Gianfranco Frattini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Created at the end of the 1990s by architect Gianfranco Frattini, the Maestro table combines design vision and excellence in the of Italian cabinetmaking...
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21st Century and Contemporary Gianfranco Frattini Tables
Materials
Ash
Acerbis Small Maestro Table in Black Ash Wood by Gianfranco Frattini
By Acerbis, Gianfranco Frattini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Created at the end of the 1990s by architect Gianfranco Frattini, the Maestro table combines design vision and excellence in the of Italian cabinetmaking...
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21st Century and Contemporary Gianfranco Frattini Tables
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Ash
Squared Dining Marble Table by Gianfranco Frattini, 1985
By Gianfranco Frattini
Located in MIlano, IT
Squared dining marble table by Gianfranco Frattini, 1985
Absolute masterpiece by Gianfranco Frattini coming from his private house in Italy. This sculptural table is composed by a s...
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1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Gianfranco Frattini Tables
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Marble, Metal
Rare Maestro dining table by Gianfranco Frattini for Acerbis, Italy, 1980s
By Gianfranco Frattini, Acerbis
Located in Milano, IT
Rare Maestro dining table by Gianfranco Frattini for Acerbis, 1980s
Rare Maestro model dining table, the rarity lies in the square size, we are in possession of the certificate of au...
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1980s Italian Modern Vintage Gianfranco Frattini Tables
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Wood
Mid-Century Modern Desk Table by Gianfranco Frattini for Bernini, Italy, 1960s
By Gianfranco Frattini
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Desk Table by Gianfranco Frattini for Bernini, Italy, 1960s
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1960s Italian Vintage Gianfranco Frattini Tables
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Wood
Mid-Century Italian Swivel Coffee Table by Gianfranco Frattini, Italy, 1960s
By Gianfranco Frattini
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Italian Swivel Coffee Table by Gianfranco Frattini, Italy, 1960s
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Gianfranco Frattini Tables
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Wood
Gianfranco Frattini tables for sale on 1stDibs.
Gianfranco Frattini tables 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 Gianfranco Frattini tables, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. We have 106 vintage editions of these items in-stock, while there is 16 modern edition to choose from as well. Many of the original tables by Gianfranco Frattini were created in the mid-century modern style in europe during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider tables by Willy Rizzo, Romeo Rega, and Ico Parisi. Prices for Gianfranco Frattini tables can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $261 and can go as high as $23,055, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $4,365.
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