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Alberto Rosselli Sofa For Saporiti 'Confidential' White Black Wool, Italy 1970

About the Item

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 single chairs designed by Italian architect and furniture designer Alberto Rosselli in 1972 for Saporiti Italia. The original upholstery is certainly the star of this rare ensemble. The white sheep-skin (wool fabric) almost floats over the black upholstered frame and base. It's as inviting to sit in as it is a graphical eye-candy in any room (group of Panda bears). The original design approach of Rosselli regarding the interlocking functional connectors covered in the fluffy fabric (cushions) is still visible but at the same time the fabric is dissolving in the materiality of the ensemble which is a quirky twist in appearance. The black elements are brought together by the puzzle-like cushions that connect them, providing an overall soft, warm and comfortable lounge environment. Provenance: it derives from an estate in Vienna. Fun fact: interior design icon Nate Berkus is using the Confidential in his private home in a light beige fabric Overall in very good condition with no damages to the fabric, nor the bases. It’s ready to use. Dimensions are: Sofa 96“ (width) x 35.4“ (depth) x 27.55“ (height) Chairs: 39.3“ (width) x 31.5“ (depth) x 27.55“ (height).

Creator:

Saporiti (Manufacturer),Alberto Rosselli Saporiti (Designer)

Dimensions:

Height: 27.55 in (69.98 cm)Width: 134 in (340.36 cm)Depth: 35.43 in (90 cm)Seat Height: 16.5 in (41.91 cm)

Sold As:

Set of 3

Style:

Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)

Materials and Techniques:

Fabric,Plastic,Steel,Wood

Place of Origin:

Italy

Period:

1970-1979

Date of Manufacture:

1970

Condition:

Wear consistent with age and use. Overal in very good condition with no damages to the fabric, nor the bases. It’s just ready to use and enjoy.

Seller Location:

Vienna, AT

Reference Number:

1stDibs: LU993526649152

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Saporiti

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. In the 1980s, the company officially rebranded as Saporiti Italia and released a line of customizable furniture, including the Avedon sofa, in collaboration with designer Mauro Lipparini. This era also led to a partnership with Missoni — the celebrated Italian fashion brand expanded into home furnishings in 1983 and created rugs and upholstery fabrics for Saporiti soon afterward.

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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