Gianfranco Frattini Furniture
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
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 Furniture
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Marble, Metal
Sofa Model 830 with Light Grey Velvet, Gianfranco Frattini, Cassina, Italy, 1955
By Gianfranco Frattini, Cassina
Located in Wolfurt, AT
This "830" sofa was designed by Gianfranco Frattini in the 1950s and manufactured by the Italian company Cassina. The body of the piece of furniture is newly covered with light grey ...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Gianfranco Frattini Furniture
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Fabric, Wood
Gianfranco Frattini "Veronica" Floor Lamp for Luci Italia
By Luci Italia, Gianfranco Frattini
Located in Miami, FL
Rare Postmodern white floor lamp designed by Gianfranco Frattini for Luci Italia.
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Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Gianfranco Frattini Furniture
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Metal
"Abele" Desk Lamps by Gianfranco Frattini for Luci, Italy, 1970s
By Luci Italia, Gianfranco Frattini
Located in Milan, IT
Abele table lamp with dimmer by Gianfranco Frattini for Luci.
Red lacquered aluminium and halogen light.
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1970s Italian Minimalist Vintage Gianfranco Frattini Furniture
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Metal
Rare Sesamo Secretary by Frattini for Bernini
By Gianfranco Frattini
Located in Munich, DE
Designed by Gianfranco Frattini in 1981 and made by Bernini. Signed and in good condition.
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Late 20th Century Italian Modern Gianfranco Frattini Furniture
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Wood
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 Furniture
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Rosewood
1979 Halogen Table Lamp '' Abele'' from Luci , Italia
By Gianfranco Frattini, Luci Italia
Located in St- Leonard, Quebec
Powerfull halogen table / desk lamp designed by Gianfranco Frattini .
Extruded aluminium body powder coated in a black semi-gloss finish.
Accurate rotating dimmer on base.
Take...
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1970s Italian Modern Vintage Gianfranco Frattini Furniture
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Aluminum
Set of Two "Lucilla" Fabric Table Lamps By Gianfranco Frattini for Leuka, 1970s
By Gianfranco Frattini, Carmellini&tronconi
Located in Milan, IT
Rare pair of Lucilla table lamps by Gianfranco Frattini for Leuka, later produced by Tronconi.
Two lighting sources: top mirrored bulb as main one, then a lot of small bulbs behind ...
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1970s Italian Vintage Gianfranco Frattini Furniture
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Metal
Circular Table, "Model 522", Gianfranco Frattini for by Bernini, Italy. 1960
By Gianfranco Frattini, Bernini
Located in Wolfurt, AT
The table "Model 522" was designed by Gianfranco Frattini and manufactured by Bernini in Italy of the 1960s. It is made of rosewood and with its geometric shapes, straight lines and ...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Gianfranco Frattini Furniture
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Wood
Coppia di sedie da salotto Gianfranco Frattini Modello 831 per Cassina, anni '50
By Cassina, Gianfranco Frattini
Located in Rovereta, SM
Incredibile coppia di sedie modello 831 di Gianfranco Frattini per Cassina, anni Cinquanta.
Questi modelli di sedie sono eccezionalmente rari.
Il fantastico design del famoso desig...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Gianfranco Frattini Furniture
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Textile, Wood
Vintage Desk by Gianfranco Frattini for Bernini, Italy 50’s
By Gianfranco Frattini
Located in PÉZENAS, FR
Mid-century Italian desk designed by Gianfranco Frattini, one of Bernini's best-known designers of the 1950s. Gianfranco Frattini was an important figure in the Italian design scene ...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Gianfranco Frattini Furniture
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Teak
Gianfranco Frattini Rosewood Round Dining Table Mod. 522 for Bernini 1960s
By Bernini, Gianfranco Frattini
Located in Argelato, BO
The "Model 522" round table was designed by Gianfranco Frattini and manufactured by Bernini in Italy of the 1960s.
It is made of rosewood and with its geometric shapes, straight lin...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Gianfranco Frattini Furniture
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Wood
Gianfranco Frattini Set of Three Nesting Tables in Off White with Tinted Glass
By Gianfranco Frattini
Located in London, GB
A set of three stacking tables by the Italian architect and designer Gianfranco Frattini for Cassina. Second half 20th century.
The three wooden frames are finished in off-white lac...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Gianfranco Frattini Furniture
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Smoked Glass, Wood
Set of Four Side Tables by Gianfranco Frattini for Cassina
By Cassina, Gianfranco Frattini
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of four round side tables by Gianfranco Frattini for Cassina, c.1960's, Italy. The oak tables feature either a black or white laminate top depending on which side you flip upward...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Gianfranco Frattini Furniture
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Laminate, Oak
Midcentury Italian coffee table by Gianfranco Frattini
By Gianfranco Frattini
Located in Piacenza, Italy
Coffee table mod. 514 designed by Gianfranco Frattini for Bernini.
Iconic coffee table designed by Frattini with curved lines and double profile on the sides.
Bibliografia. G. Gr...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Gianfranco Frattini Furniture
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Wood
Scrivania '530' Gianfranco Frattini per Bernini, anni 60 in noce
By Bernini, Gianfranco Frattini
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 Furniture
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Walnut
Mid-Century Gianfranco Frattini Round Coffee Table, Teak and Glass, 1950s
By Gianfranco Frattini
Located in Brussels, BE
Gianfranco Frattini Round Coffee Table, Teak and Glass, 1950s
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1950s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Gianfranco Frattini Furniture
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Wood
Credenza '809' Gianfranco Frattini per Bernini, anni 60, in noce
By Bernini, Gianfranco Frattini
Located in Milano, IT
Credenza/Sideboard anni '60 in legno di noce con ante a battente e cassetti. Design di Gianfranco Frattini, produzione Bernini. Mobile non restaurato ma in ottime condizioni generali.
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Gianfranco Frattini Furniture
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Nutwood
Pair Of Gianfranco Frattini Model 831 Lounge Chairs For Cassina, 1950s
By Gianfranco Frattini, Cassina
Located in ABCOUDE, UT
Incredible pair of model 831 chairs by Gianfranco Frattini for Cassina, 1950s. These model chairs are exceptionally rare. The fantastic design by renowned Italian designer Gianfranco...
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1950s Vintage Gianfranco Frattini Furniture
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Upholstery, Bentwood
Tavolino con Tre Cassetti Gianfranco Frattini per Bernini, anni 60 in legno
By Gianfranco Frattini
Located in Milano, IT
Tavolino da caffè anni '60 disegnato da Gianfranco Frattini per una produzione Bernini in legno impiallacciato legno esotico con tre cassetti sottopiano. Condizioni molto buone. Rest...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Gianfranco Frattini Furniture
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Wood
Tavolo '522' Gianfranco Frattini per Bernini, anni 60
By Gianfranco Frattini
Located in Milano, IT
Tavolo in legno esotico con struttura in massello curvato. Modello nr. 522, disegnato da Gianfranco Frattini e prodotto da Bernini a partire dal 1960. Arredo completamente restaurato.
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Gianfranco Frattini Furniture
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Wood
Pair of velvet Sesann Armchairs by Gianfranco Frattini for Cassina, Italy 1970s
By Gianfranco Frattini, Cassina
Located in Chiavari, Liguria
A pair of Sesann armchairs, created by Gianfranco Frattini in 1970 for Cassina.
In perfect original condition, these armchairs are a rare find. Their fabric retains its intense colo...
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1970s Italian Vintage Gianfranco Frattini Furniture
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Metal
Gianfranco Frattini table for Bernini 60's
By Gianfranco Frattini, Bernini
Located in bari, IT
A classic of 1960s Italian design. Round table model 522 in rosewood, rare, manufactured by Bernini designer Gianfranco Frattini.
Frattini graduated in Architecture at Politecnico d...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Gianfranco Frattini Furniture
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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
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Gianfranco Frattini Furniture
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Wood
Mid Century Modern Leather Sesann Frattini XL Sofa by Cassina Italy 70s
By Casina, Gianfranco Frattini
Located in Escalona, Toledo
Italian Sesann sofa designed by Gianfranco Frattini for Casina in the 70s.
Body upholstered in black leather and chrome structure.
As detailed in the image of the armrest, the leathe...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Gianfranco Frattini Furniture
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Chrome
Mid century Coffee Table by Gianfranco Frattini for Bernini, Italy 1950's.
By Gianfranco Frattini
Located in Brussels , BE
Amazing coffee table by the wel known archtect and designer Gianfranco Frattini (Padoue 1926- Milan 2004)
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Mid-19th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Antique Gianfranco Frattini Furniture
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Wood
Gianfranco Frattini Desk Model 530 Bernini production 1963.
By Gianfranco Frattini
Located in Vigevano, PV
GIANFRANCO FRATTINI
A desk with shelf model 530 for BERNINI, 1961.
Rosewood, Rosewood veneer wood.
Dated 1963 in a drawer.
Literature: Domus 378 (May 1961), advertisement Domus 389 ...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Gianfranco Frattini Furniture
Materials
Kingwood
Modular Stackable Solid Wood Coffee, Side Tables by Frattini for Cassina
By Cassina, Gianfranco Frattini
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Introducing the Modular Stackable Solid Wood Coffee and Side Tables designed by Frattini for Cassina—an exquisite collection that combines functionality, versatility, and timeless elegance. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, these tables feature a solid wood construction that exudes warmth and sophistication. The modular design allows you to create your own unique configurations, adapting to any space or design aesthetic. Whether used as individual side tables or stacked to create a multi-tiered coffee table...
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1960s Italian Modern Vintage Gianfranco Frattini Furniture
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Wood
Sideboard Model 503 Design by Gianfranco Frattini for Bernini
By Bernini, Gianfranco Frattini
Located in Piacenza, Italy
Iconic sideboard, model 503, design by Gianfranco Frattini, manufactured by Bernini, 1960 Italy circa.
Three vertical tambour doors, four drawers on...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Gianfranco Frattini Furniture
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Walnut
‘Ovunque 805’ Modular Two Door Sideboard by Gianfranco Frattini for Bernini
By Gianfranco Frattini, Bernini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A midcentury Italian sideboard cabinet by Gianfranco Frattini for Bernini. Model “805,” this pieces features two wood doors and i...
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1960s Italian Minimalist Vintage Gianfranco Frattini Furniture
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Wood
Serving Bar Cart by Frattini for Cassina Signed, Teak Wood and Metal, Italy 1950
By Gianfranco Frattini, Cassina, Figli di Amadeo Cassina
Located in Roma, IT
Iconic Italian serving bar cart in teak wood, with metal wheels. This incredibly rare cart was designed by Gianfranco Frattini and produced and signed by Cassina in the 1950s.
The...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Gianfranco Frattini Furniture
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Metal
Sesann Sofa by Gianfranco Frattini for Cassina with Original Upholstery
By Gianfranco Frattini
Located in Boom, Vlaams Gewest
This original fabric is in excellent condition, sofa has been almost unused.
Beautiful design by Gianfranco Frattini for cassina
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Gianfranco Frattini Furniture
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Chrome
Gianfranco Frattini, Rare First Serie of Model 849 Armchair, Italy, 1958
By Gianfranco Frattini
Located in Catania, CT
First serie of model 849 armchair designed by Gianfranco Frattini for Figli di Amedeo Cassina (label). Great vintage condition with normal trace of age and...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Gianfranco Frattini Furniture
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Fabric, Wood
Italian midcentury cest of drawers by Gianfranco Frattini
By Gianfranco Frattini, Bernini
Located in Piacenza, Italy
Walnut low chest of drawers designed by Gianfranco Frattini manufactured by Bernini.
Iconic piece of Gianfranco Frattini, this elegant sideboard present five drawers for each side,...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Gianfranco Frattini Furniture
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Wood, Walnut
Gianfranco Frattini, Rare Pair of Wingback Armchairs Model 877, Cassina 1959
By Gianfranco Frattini
Located in Argelato, BO
Rare pair of Wingback armchairs from an important chalet in the Italian Alps. Designed by the Italian Architect Gianfranco Frattini for the Cassina company in 1959. The fabric, in ex...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Gianfranco Frattini Furniture
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Fabric, Wood
Italian Mid-Century Trio of Coffee Tables Tria by Frattini Morphos Acerbis 1980s
By Gianfranco Frattini, Acerbis
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian mid-century Trio of coffee tables Tria by Frattini Morphos Acerbis, 1980s.
Trio of coffee tables Tria in the shape of a semicircle. The red lacquered wooden top is supported by a black painted wooden tubular structure.
Produced by Morphos Acerbis in 1980s and designed by Gianfranco Frattini in 1970s. Label present under the top.
Very good conditions, with only light scratches on the top.
Measurements in cm:
High table 77 x 38.5 x 41 H
Medium table 68...
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1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Gianfranco Frattini Furniture
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Wood
Rosewood Sideboard by Gianfranco Frattini Produced by Bernini, Italy ca. 1957
By Bernini, Gianfranco Frattini
Located in Geneva, CH
Rosewood sideboard model 502 by Gianfranco Frattini produced by Bernini Italy ca. 1957
2 cabinets with vertical tamboor doors, with adjustable shelves inside
Very good condition. T...
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1950s Italian Vintage Gianfranco Frattini Furniture
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Rosewood
Mid Century Mode, G. Frattini for Bernini, Armchair in Walnut and Black Leather.
By Gianfranco Frattini, Bernini
Located in Catania, IT
This elegant armchair was designed by Gianfranco Frattini and produced by Bernini. For its eccentric design, Bernini was inspired by the style of the 1950s. Note the flowing lines of...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Gianfranco Frattini Furniture
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Leather, Walnut
Amazing, Gianfranco Frattini for Bernini, Chair in Walnut and Black Leather.
By Bernini, Gianfranco Frattini
Located in Catania, IT
This elegant dining chair was designed by Gianfranco Frattini and produced by Bernini. For its eccentric design, Bernini was inspired by the style of the 1950s. Note the flowing line...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Gianfranco Frattini Furniture
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Leather, Walnut
1970s XL Sesann Sofa by Gianfranco Frattini for Cassina in Black Leather
By Cassina, Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Gianfranco Frattini
Located in Grand Cayman, KY
Bold, voluptuous and curvy. The original iconic 3-seater Sesann sofa by Gianfranco Frattini for Cassina. A worthy (and often favored) peer of the Soriana sofa b...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Gianfranco Frattini Furniture
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Metal, Steel, Chrome
Kyoto Solid Wood Square Coffee Table Natural Beech Finish
By Poltrona Frau, Gianfranco Frattini
Located in New York, NY
Understated and refined, the Kyoto table by architect and designer Gianfranco Frattini is the perfect blend of design vision and master craftsmanship.
I...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Gianfranco Frattini Furniture
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Beech
Mid-Century Modern Gianfranco Frattini Secretary for Bernini, 1950s
By Gianfranco Frattini
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Gianfranco Frattini Secretary for Bernini, 1950s
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Gianfranco Frattini Furniture
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Wood
Gianfranco Frattini furniture for sale on 1stDibs.
Gianfranco Frattini furniture 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 furniture, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. We have 297 vintage editions of these items in-stock, while there is 36 modern edition to choose from as well. Many of the original furniture 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 furniture by Ico Parisi, Arflex, and Saporiti Italia. Prices for Gianfranco Frattini furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $261 and can go as high as $35,599, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $5,104.
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