Established initially as Fratelli Saporiti in 1950, mid-century Italian furniture maker Saporiti Italia has a reputation for avant-garde and enduring designs, and its tables, chairs and cabinets inspire all who have had the pleasure of contemplating them.
Furniture designer Sergio Saporiti founded Fratelli Saporiti with a vision of creating pieces ahead of their time. By staying on top of the cultural shifts taking shape during the postwar era — and finding inspiration in the craftsmanship, durability and sensibility of Scandinavian design — Saporiti was able to tap into what the public wanted. His focus on using high-quality materials ensured that every welcoming chair and table could be used and enjoyed for decades to come.
In 1965, Saporiti collaborated with Italian designer Alberto Rosselli, a pioneer of the industrial design movement. They created such iconic pieces as the Confidential sofa, the Moby Dick chaise lounge and the Jumbo chair. In the 1970s, Saporiti initiated another collaboration with Italian designer Giovanni Offredi. The prolific partnership resulted in universally renowned designs like the Paracarro table and the Sail chair. Together, they also created the curving Wave sofa, which was popular in international markets.
The joint projects were a success, and the brand opened many international showrooms throughout the 1970s. This era also led to a partnership with Missoni — the celebrated Italian fashion brand worked closely with Giorgio Saporiti to create rugs and fabrics for its range of seating and more, and later, in 1983, Missoni expanded into home furnishings. At this time, the company officially rebranded as Saporiti Italia and released a line of customizable furniture, including the Avedon sofa, in collaboration with designer Mauro Lipparini.
Since then, Saporiti Italia has pivoted to furniture contracting and design management. To this day, the company remains under the ownership of the Saporiti family, and vintage Saporiti furniture continues to capture the imagination of collectors worldwide.
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Confidential Lounge Chairs by Alberto Rosselli for Saporiti Italia, 1970s
By Alberto Rosselli Saporiti, Saporiti
Located in bruxelles, BE
Pair of Dark brown leather armchairs with plastic feet by Alberto Rosselli for Saporiti. Model: Confidential. Stamped Saporiti. Seat height 31 cm. Wear due to time and age. FOR SHIPP...
Leather, Plastic
$1,249Sale Price|63% Off
H 32.68 in W 70.08 in D 30.32 in
Giovanni Offredi Leather Sofa by Saporiti Italia, Curved Design, 1970s
By Giovanni Offredi, Saporiti
Located in Ludwigslust, DE
This leather sofa comes in very good condition. The black leather is soft and supple and shows hardly any signs of wear. There are 2 dents in the leather on the back of the sofa, but...
Leather
$10,709 / set
H 27.17 in W 33.47 in D 94.49 in
Saporiti Italia Confidential Sofa, Armchair and Ottoman Living Room Set, 1970s
By Saporiti
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This living room set is from Italian manufacture Saporiti Italia and the model is confidential design by Alberto Rosselli. It consist a 3-seat sofa, an armchair and a rare ottoman. ...
Upholstery, Plastic, Leather
$4,800
H 24.75 in W 64 in D 32.35 in
Italian Modern Two-Seat "Confidential" Sofa by Alberto Rosselli for Saporiti
By Alberto Rosselli Saporiti
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Note that this listing is for the 2-seater sofa/loveseat alone (matching 3-seat sofa and lounge chair are available separately). Two-piece "Confidential" Sofa/Loveseat designed in 19...
Metal
$10,500
H 22 in W 93 in D 35 in
Alberto Roselli "Confidential" sofa with ottoman for Saporiti Italia 1970s
By Alberto Rosselli Saporiti, Saporiti
Located in Skokie, IL
Alberto Roselli "Confidential" sofa with ottoman in newly upholstered in soft mohair for Saporiti Italia, 1970s. You can easily remove one section from the middle of the sofa if you ...
Steel
$22,900 / set
H 27.55 in W 134 in D 35.43 in
Alberto Rosselli Sofa For Saporiti 'Confidential' White Black Wool, Italy 1970
By Saporiti, Alberto Rosselli Saporiti
Located in Vienna, AT
Sofa and chair ensemble by Alberto Rosselli for Saporiti, “Confidential”, with an extraordinary, fluffy white wool upholstery, Italy, 1970. Very good condition. Large sofa and 2 sin...
Steel
$4,480Sale Price|20% Off
H 24 in W 54 in D 32 in
Stylish 2 Seater Confidential Sofa Loveseat Alberto Rosselli for Saporiti
By Alberto Rosselli Saporiti
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Stylish 2 seater 'Confidential sofa' designed by Alberto Rosselli for Saporiti Italia, circa 1970. Luxury comfort 2 seater with tan wool upholstery. The upholstery is worn and dated...
Upholstery
$11,899 / set
H 24.41 in W 35.44 in D 33.86 in
Alberto Rosselli for Saporiti pair of Confidential armchairs 1970
By Alberto Rosselli Saporiti
Located in Paris, IDF
Nice pair of Confidential lounge chairs designed by Italian architect Alberto Rosselli in 1972 for Saporiti Italia. These Confidential seatings are 1970s iconic pieces, recognizable ...
Fabric
$10,352
H 24.02 in W 94.49 in D 33.47 in
Alberto Rosselli, Saporiti Confidential sofa 3 seater (2- & 1 Seater)
By Alberto Rossi, Saporiti
Located in Mortsel, BE
This post is about the 3 seater only! for price with the other 2 please message us. Introducing the Alberto Rosselli Saporiti Confidential Sofa...
Fabric
$9,500
H 24.75 in W 93.5 in D 32.5 in
Italian Modern Three-Seat "Confidential" Sofa by Alberto Rosselli for Saporiti
By Alberto Rosselli Saporiti
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Note that this listing is for the 3-seater sofa alone (matching loveseat and lounge chair are available separately). Three-piece "Confidential" Sofa designed in 1972 by Italian archi...
Metal
$7,734 / set
H 31.5 in W 26.78 in D 26.78 in
Coppia di Poltroncine di Alberto Rosselli per Saporiti Italia, 1971
By Alberto Rosselli Saporiti, Saporiti
Located in Ghedi, IT
Coppia di Poltroncine di Alberto Rosselli per Saporiti Italia, 1971 Offriamo in vendita una rara coppia di poltroncine progettate dall’architetto Alberto Rosselli nel 1971 per la pre...
Fabric
$23,203 / set
H 24.41 in W 125.99 in D 96.46 in
Alberto Rosselli Canapé modulaire "Confidentiel" pour Saporiti, 1972, 6 modules
By Alberto Rossi
Located in PARIS, FR
Italian Modular Leather Sofa, “Confidential” by Alberto Rosselli for Saporiti, 1970s Designed in 1972 by Alberto Rosselli for Saporiti, the “Confidential” sofa stands as one of the ...
Leather
Alberto Rosselli "Confidential" Chair
By Alberto Rosselli Saporiti
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Alberto Rosseli "Confidential" leather lounge chair for Saporiti, Italy 1970's Wonderful rich saddle leather with great patina throughout. Matching sofa settee available - sold sep...
Leather
Sold
H 24.02 in W 64.57 in D 33.08 in
Confidential Sofa Set by Alberto Rosselli for Saporiti Italia, 1970s
By Alberto Rosselli Saporiti, Saporiti
Located in bruxelles, BE
Set of living room composed of a sofa 2 seats and two armchairs one seat in Grey / blue Suede. Stamped SAPORITI under the seat de chaque éléments. Seat height 39cm. Width Armchairs: ...
Suede, Plastic
Confidential Sofa Set by Alberto Rosselli for Saporiti, 1970s
By Alberto Rosselli Saporiti, Saporiti
Located in bruxelles, BE
Set of velvet sofas comprising two two-seater sofas and two single armchairs. Stamped SAPORITI. Seat height: 38 cm. Width of the single-seater armchairs: 90 cm. Length of the 2-seate...
Plastic, Velvet
Confidential by Alberto Rosselli for Saporiti Italia, 1970s
By Alberto Rosselli Saporiti, Saporiti
Located in bruxelles, BE
Cognac leather armchair with plastic feet. Stamped Saporiti. Seat height 36cm. Wear due to time and age of the sofa.
Leather, Plastic
Confidential by Alberto Rosselli for Saporiti Italia, 1970s
By Alberto Rosselli Saporiti, Saporiti
Located in bruxelles, BE
Brown leather sofa with plastic foot. Stamped saporiti. Seat height 38cm. Wear due to time and age of the sofa (see pictures).
Leather, Plastic
Confidential Sofa by Alberto Rosselli for Saporiti Italia
By Alberto Rosselli Saporiti, Saporiti
Located in bruxelles, BE
Brown leather sofa. Stamped saporiti seat height 40cm. Removable. Wear due to time and age of the sofa.
Leather, Plastic
Confidential Sofa by Alberto Rosselli for Saporiti Italia
By Alberto Rosselli Saporiti, Saporiti
Located in bruxelles, BE
Set of living room composed of a sofa 3 seats and two armchairs one seat in blue fabric. Stamped SAPORITI under the seat. Seat height 38cm. Wear due to time and age of the living roo...
Plastic, Fabric
Confidential Sofa by Alberto Rosselli for Saporiti Italia
By Alberto Rosselli Saporiti, Saporiti
Located in bruxelles, BE
Brown leather sofa. Stamped saporiti seat height 40cm. Removable. Wear due to time and age of the sofa.
Leather, Plastic
Saporiti 'Confidential' Cognac Leather Sofa by Alberto Rosselli
By Alberto Rosselli Saporiti, Saporiti
Located in Antwerp, BE
Postmodern 'confidential' three-seat sofa in high quality nappa leather, designed by Italian architect Alberto Rosselli in 1972 for Saporiti Italia. Especially the design of the bac...
Leather
Saporiti 'Confidential' Cognac Leather Sofa by Alberto Rosselli
By Alberto Rosselli Saporiti, Saporiti
Located in Antwerp, BE
Postmodern 'confidential' three-seat sofa in high quality nappa leather, designed by Italian architect Alberto Rosselli in 1972 for Saporiti Italia. Especially the design of the bac...
Leather