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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
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

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

Gianfranco Frattini desk Mod. 535 for Bernini 1956
By Gianfranco Frattini
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This elegant desk, designed by Gianfranco Frattini in 1956 for Bernini, radiates the quiet sophistication of mid-century Italian design. Its rich, polished wood surface exudes warmth...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Gianfranco Frattini Tables

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Rosewood

Acerbis Extra Large Maestro Table in Black 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

Gianfranco Frattini coffee table Cassina Italy 1960
By Gianfranco Frattini
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Beautiful coffee table designed by Gianfranco Frattini and manufactured by Cassina in Italy in 1960. Made from rich walnut wood, the table has a warmth and timeless appeal. The addit...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Gianfranco Frattini Tables

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Brass

Acerbis Large Gong Side Table in Matt Bronze Top with Brushed Brass 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

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

Model 780/783 Tables by Gianfranco Frattini for Cassina
By Gianfranco Frattini, Cassina
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
This set of two stacking side tables, designed by Gianfranco Frattini for Cassina, exemplifies the elegance and versatility of mid-century Italian design. Crafted in the 1960s, the t...
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1950s Italian Modern Vintage Gianfranco Frattini Tables

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Laminate, Wood

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

780/783 Stacking Tables, Gianfranco Frattini for Cassina, Italy, set of 3
By Cassina, Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Mario Bellini, Joe Colombo, Gianfranco Frattini
Located in Vorst, BE
Playful and iconic set of 3 black nesting tables which can be arranged in many ways. Model 780/783 by Cassina. Designed by Gianfranco Frattini in 1966. Set of three low tables in ...
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Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Gianfranco Frattini Tables

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Hardwood

Cabinet / End Table by Gianfranco Frattini for Bernini, 1950s
By Gianfranco Frattini, Bernini
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

Hardwood Side Table by Gianfranco Frattini for Bernini
By Gianfranco Frattini, Bernini
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

Gianfranco Frattini, Capri, Dining Table, Cassina, 1985
By Gianfranco Frattini, Cassina
Located in Paris, FR
Gianfranco Frattini (1926-2004) Capri A dining table. The rectangular glass top supported on each of the wide sides by a two-tier black lacquered cylinder wood frame, on four black cylinder feet. Manufactured by Cassina, Italy. 1985. Gianfranco Frattini (1926-2004) Born in Padua in 1926, Gianfranco Frattini studied architecture at the Politecnico di Milano. Having graduated in 1953, he first collaborated with Gio Ponti before opening his own practice. Throughout his career, Frattini was very focused on interior designs for which he created furniture and lights. That led him to work with some of the most important design companies, Artemide, Knoll, Arteluce, Bernini and Cassina. With the latter, Frattini had a long and fruitful collaboration giving birth to masterpieces such as the 780/783 nesting tables, the Sesann sofas. The Capri table...
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1980s Italian Modern Vintage Gianfranco Frattini Tables

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Wood

Acerbis Medium Gong Side Table in Matt Painted Gunmetal 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

Gianfranco Frattini Desk Model 530 Bernini Italy 1957
By Gianfranco Frattini, Bernini
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Stunning medium sized writing desk model 530 designed by Gianfranco Frattini and manufactured by Bernini, Italy 1957. This desk is made of nicely grained rosewood and cherrywood vene...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Gianfranco Frattini Tables

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Rosewood

Acerbis Medium Gong Side Table in Matt Bronze Top with Brushed Brass 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 and clean lines, which are avail...
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21st Century and Contemporary Gianfranco Frattini Tables

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Metal

Desk by Gianfranco Frattini for Bernini 1960s
By Gianfranco Frattini, Bernini
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

Set of 4 ‘Model 780’ White Wood Stacking Coffee Tables by Gianfranco Frattini
By Gianfranco Frattini
Located in Chicago, IL
A set of 4 ‘Model 780’ modular nesting tables designed by Gianfranco Frattini for Cassina in 1966. Crafted from solid wood in a white finish, these side tables feature laminated tops...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Gianfranco Frattini Tables

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Wood

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

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

Early 'Model 780' Stackable Side Tables by Gianfranco Frattini for Cassina, 1966
By Gianfranco Frattini, Cassina
Located in Antwerpen, VAN
A nice set of side tables designed by Gianfranco Frattini for Cassina in 1966. The four tables are stackable and have double-sided laminated tops in black or white. This is an origin...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Gianfranco Frattini Tables

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Laminate, Wood

1967, Gianfranco Frattini for Cassina, 8 Pieces of Marema Stacking Tables
By Gianfranco Frattini, Cassina
Located in Amsterdam IJMuiden, NL
This item is 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 pictures on this listing and/or find more details on his family name plus eu, is for sale soon too. :-) 2 Sets 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

Gianfranco Frattini desk for Cantieri Carugati in cherry wood, Italy 1958
By Gianfranco Frattini, Cantieri Carugati, Franco Bettonica, 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

Gianfranco Frattini for Cantieri Carugati Desk in Cherry
By Cantieri Carugati, Gianfranco Frattini
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Gianfranco Frattini for Cantieri Carugati, writing desk, cherry, metal, Italy, 1958 This piece of furniture is based on a solid construction featuring straight lines and right-angle...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Gianfranco Frattini Tables

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Metal

Gianfranco Frattini for Acerbis Nesting Tables 'Tria' in Black
By Gianfranco Frattini
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Gianfranco Frattini for Acerbis, set of three 'Tria' nesting tables, lacquered wood, Italy, 1980s A set of three nesting tables by the Italian designer Gianfranco Frattini. Each tab...
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1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Gianfranco Frattini Tables

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Wood, Lacquer

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

Gianfranco Frattini Rosewood Writing Desk
By Bernini, Gianfranco Frattini
Located in Washington, DC
A beautiful Midcentury rosewood writing desk by an Italian design icon, Gianfranco Frattini for Bernini was made in Italy in 1957. This sleek proportioned desk is model 530 and featu...
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Gianfranco Frattini Tables

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Rosewood

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

Serving Trolley by Gianfranco Frattini, 1960s
By Gianfranco Frattini
Located in Ljubljana, SI
Bar cart designed by Gianfranco Frattini (wooden sides, smoked glass) 1960s. Serving cart is sturdy and fits with the classic mid-century modern aesthetic. DIMENSIONS: Height: 73 c...
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1960s Slovenian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Gianfranco Frattini Tables

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Smoked Glass, Hardwood

Gianfranco Frattini for Cassina Set of 4 Small Tables "780/783," Italy 1960s
By Gianfranco Frattini, Cassina
Located in Naples, IT
Exclusive coffee tables, model 780/783 by Gianfranco Frattini for Cassina from the 1960s. High-quality black lacquered wooden frame with four reversible table tops in black and off w...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Gianfranco Frattini Tables

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Wood

Lounge Table Model 780 by GIANFRANCO FRATTINI for CASSINA, Italy, 1970s
By Gianfranco Frattini, Cassina
Located in Cork, IE
With its clean matt black finish this 1960's design classic stands the test of time thanks to it's sleek, minimalist design! This single coffee table out of the Cassina nesting tab...
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1970s Italian Minimalist Vintage Gianfranco Frattini Tables

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Formica, Wood

Gianfranco Frattini, secretaire 530 desk, Bernini 1956
By Gianfranco Frattini
Located in Misinto, IT
Iconic Italian secretaire 530 model desk designed by Gianfranco Frattini in 1956 and produced by the historic Bernini company. An object synthesis of design, craftsmanship and funct...
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Late 20th Century Italian Gianfranco Frattini Tables

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Walnut

Mid Century Modern Coffee Table by Gianfranco Frattini in Zebrano Wood
By Gianfranco Frattini, Bernini
Located in Beograd, RS
In this listing you will find an exceptionally rare Mid Century Modern coffee table designed by Gianfranco Frattini for Bernini. The table is done in Zebrano wood and walnut, featuri...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Gianfranco Frattini Tables

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Walnut, Zebra Wood

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

Smoked Glass Table 1960s
Smoked Glass Table 1960s
$907 Sale Price
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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

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

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

Acerbis Extra 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

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

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Ash

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

Acerbis Large Maestro Table in Black 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 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

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Metal

Limited Edition '780 Nesting Tables' by Gianfranco Frattini for Cassina Italy
By Gianfranco Frattini
Located in Buggenhout, Oost-Vlaanderen
Cassina 780 Nesting Tables – Gianfranco Frattini – Special Limited Edition Satin Black (1985) Set of 4 Stackable Side Tables by Gianfranco Frattini for Cas...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Gianfranco Frattini Tables

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Wood

Acerbis Medium 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

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 Small Maestro Table in Black 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

Rare Maestro dining table by Gianfranco Frattini for Acerbis, Italy, 1980s
By Acerbis, Gianfranco Frattini
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

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

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

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

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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