Gianfranco Frattini Sofas
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
20th Century, Gianfranco Frattini Sofa mod. 872 for Cassina
By Gianfranco Frattini
Located in Turin, Turin
Frattini graduated in architecture from the Milan Polytechnic in 1953.
He opened his professional studio in Milan, after working in the studio of his teacher and mentor Gio Ponti. Hi...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Gianfranco Frattini Sofas
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Sesann sofa by Gianfranco Frattini, for Cassina, Italy, 1960's
By Gianfranco Frattini, Cassina
Located in Uccle, BE
Sesann sofa by Gianfranco Frattini, for Cassina, Italy, 1960's
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Gianfranco Frattini Sofas
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1970s Sesann Sofa by Gianfranco Frattini for Cassina
By Gianfranco Frattini, Cassina
Located in Toronto, CA
Like sitting on a cloud...
Historic design by Gianfranco Frattini, Sesann is a collection of sofas and armchairs with soft, cosy forms that evoke feelings of warmth and sensuality, ...
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1970s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Gianfranco Frattini Sofas
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Three Seater Sofa "Sesann" by Gianfranco Frattini for Cassina, Italy 1969
By Gianfranco Frattini, Cassina
Located in Roma, IT
Three seater sofa designed by Gianfranco Frattini for Cassina, 1969.
Original manufacturer's label.
Black Leather, excellent condition.
Ref. Giuliana Gramigna, "Repertorio del Design...
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1960s Italian Vintage Gianfranco Frattini Sofas
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Tacchini Sesann Sofa by Gianfranco Frattini in STOCK
By Tacchini, Gianfranco Frattini
Located in New York, NY
Sesann 180cm Sofa
Mays Color 01 - Cat. M
Frame T07 Painted Black
Walnut T43 Feet
A reissue of a historic design by Gianfranco Frattini, Sesann is a collection of sofas and armchairs...
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2010s Italian Gianfranco Frattini Sofas
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Customizable Tacchini Sesann Sofa by Gianfranco Frattini
By Tacchini, Gianfranco Frattini
Located in New York, NY
A reissue of a historic design by Gianfranco Frattini, Sesann is a collection of sofas and armchairs with soft, cosy forms that evoke feelings of warmth and sensuality, thanks to the...
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2010s Italian Gianfranco Frattini Sofas
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NEW Tacchini Sesann Sofa by Gianfranco Frattini in STOCK
By Gianfranco Frattini
Located in New York, NY
Black chrome frame with Walnut feet
upholstered in ricinus 05 - cat v
A reissue of a historic design by Gianfranco Frattini, Sesann is a collection of sofas and armchairs with soft...
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2010s Italian Gianfranco Frattini Sofas
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NEW Tacchini Sesann Sofa by Gianfranco Frattini in STOCK
By Gianfranco Frattini, Tacchini
Located in New York, NY
Black chrome frame with Walnut feet
upholstered in ricinus 05 - cat v
A reissue of a historic design by Gianfranco Frattini, Sesann is a collection of sofas and armchairs with sof...
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2010s Italian Gianfranco Frattini Sofas
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Gianfranco Frattini Brown Velvet Sesann Three-Seater Sofa for Cassina, 1972
By Gianfranco Frattini, Cassina
Located in Vicenza, IT
Sesann three-seater sofa, designed by Gianfranco Frattini in 1970 and produced by the Italian manufacturer Cassina.
It features brown alpaca velvet upholstery and a chrome tubular ca...
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1970s Italian Space Age Vintage Gianfranco Frattini Sofas
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Chrome
Gianfranco Frattini Ocher Velvet Sesann Living Room Set for Cassina, 1972
By Gianfranco Frattini, Cassina
Located in Vicenza, IT
Sesann dining room set, designed by Gianfranco Frattini in 1970 and produced by the Italian manufacturer Cassina.
It is composed of a three-seater sofa and an armchair.
It features o...
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1970s Italian Space Age Vintage Gianfranco Frattini Sofas
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Customizable Tacchini Sesann Sofa Designed by Gianfranco Frattini
By Gianfranco Frattini, Tacchini
Located in New York, NY
A reissue of a historic design by Gianfranco Frattini, Sesann is a collection of sofas and armchairs with soft, cosy forms that evoke feelings of warmth and sensuality, thanks to the...
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2010s Italian Gianfranco Frattini Sofas
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Leather, Fabric
Two Seater Sofa "Sesann" by Gianfranco Frattini for Cassina, Italy 1969
By Gianfranco Frattini, Cassina
Located in Roma, IT
Two seater sofa designed by Gianfranco Frattini for Cassina, 1969.
Original label.
Black Leather, excellent condition.
Ref. Giuliana Gramigna, "Repertorio del Design Italiano1950-200...
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1970s Italian Vintage Gianfranco Frattini Sofas
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Steel
Sesann Sofa by Gianfranco Frattini for Cassina, New Upholstery, Italy, 1970s
By Gianfranco Frattini
Located in Brussels, BE
Sesann Sofa by Gianfranco Frattini for Cassina,New Upholstery, Italy, 1970s
Gianfranco Frattini (born May 16, 1926, Padua, Italy–died April 6, 2004, Milan, Italy) was an Italian des...
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Gianfranco Frattini Azure Velvet Sesann Three-Seater Sofa for Cassina, 1972
By Gianfranco Frattini, Cassina
Located in Vicenza, IT
Sesann three-seater sofa, designed by Gianfranco Frattini in 1970 and produced by the Italian manufacturer Cassina.
It features azure velvet upholstery and a chrome tubular cage as s...
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1970s Italian Space Age Vintage Gianfranco Frattini Sofas
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Chrome
Gianfranco Frattini Brown Alpaca Velvet Sesann Lounge Chair for Cassina, 1972
By Cassina, Gianfranco Frattini
Located in Vicenza, IT
The Sesann lounge chair was designed by Gianfranco Frattini in 1970 and produced by the Italian manufacturer Cassina.
This lounge chair features a chocolate brown alpaca velvet upho...
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1970s Italian Space Age Vintage Gianfranco Frattini Sofas
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Chrome
Sofa "Sesann" by Gianfranco Frattini for Cassina, 1970s
By Gianfranco Frattini, Cassina
Located in bruxelles, BE
Sofa in pink fabric and metal, model: Sesann by Gianfranco Frattini. Seat height: 34 cm. Stamped Cassina on the underside. Wear due to time and age of the sofa.
For shipping, reque...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Gianfranco Frattini Sofas
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Tacchini Sesann Sofa Designed by Gianfranco Frattini in STOCK
By Gianfranco Frattini
Located in New York, NY
SESANN - ricinus 04
CAL117
A reissue of a historic design by Gianfranco Frattini, Sesann is a collection of sofas and armchairs with soft, cosy forms that evoke feelings of warmth ...
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2010s Italian Gianfranco Frattini Sofas
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Gianfranco Frattini Khaki Brown Velvet Sesann Armchair for Cassina, 1972
By Gianfranco Frattini, Cassina
Located in Vicenza, IT
Sesann armchair, designed by Gianfranco Frattini in 1970 and produced by the Italian manufacturer Cassina.
It features khaki brown velvet upholstery and a chrome tubular cage as stru...
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1970s Italian Space Age Vintage Gianfranco Frattini Sofas
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Chrome
Gianfranco Frattini Alpaca Sesann Lounge Chair for Cassina, 1972, Set of 2
By Cassina, Gianfranco Frattini
Located in Vicenza, IT
The Sesann lounge chair was designed by Gianfranco Frattini in 1970 and produced by the Italian manufacturer Cassina.
This set is composed of two lounge chairs upholstered in tobacco and chocolate brown alpaca velvet.
Sesann is characterized by an organic and informal shape and is defined by the tubular metal detail that wraps around the soft, upholstered seat. In the 1970s, the Cassina catalogue...
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1970s Italian Space Age Vintage Gianfranco Frattini Sofas
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Customizable Tacchini Sesann Sofa by Gianfranco Frattini
By Tacchini, Gianfranco Frattini
Located in New York, NY
A reissue of a historic design by Gianfranco Frattini, Sesann is a collection of sofas and armchairs with soft, cosy forms that evoke feelings of warmth and sensuality, thanks to the...
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2010s Italian Gianfranco Frattini Sofas
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Leather, Fabric
Gianfranco Frattini Tobacco Alpaca Velvet Sesann Lounge Chair for Cassina, 1972
By Gianfranco Frattini, Cassina
Located in Vicenza, IT
The Sesann lounge chair was designed by Gianfranco Frattini in 1970 and produced by the Italian manufacturer Cassina.
This lounge chair features a chocolate brown alpaca velvet upho...
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1970s Italian Space Age Vintage Gianfranco Frattini Sofas
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Chrome
Gianfranco Frattini Black Leather Sesann Two-Seater Sofa for Cassina, 1972
By Cassina, Gianfranco Frattini
Located in Vicenza, IT
Sesann two-seater sofa, designed by Gianfranco Frattini in 1970 and produced by the Italian manufacturer Cassina.
It features black leather upholstery and a chrome tubular cage as s...
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1970s Italian Space Age Vintage Gianfranco Frattini Sofas
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Chrome
Gianfranco Frattini Beige Wool Bouclé Sesann Two-Seater Sofa for Cassina, 1972
By Cassina, Gianfranco Frattini
Located in Vicenza, IT
Sesann two-seater sofa, designed by Gianfranco Frattini in 1970 and produced by the Italian manufacturer Cassina.
It features wool bouclé upholstery and a chrome tubular cage as s...
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1970s Italian Space Age Vintage Gianfranco Frattini Sofas
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Chrome
3-Seat Sofa Model "830" Design Gianfranco Frattini, Cassina, 1950s
By Cassina, Gianfranco Frattini
Located in Wolfurt, AT
This two-seater "830" sofa was designed by Gianfranco Frattini in the 1950s and manufactured by the Italian company Cassina. The sofa is in good original condition and is covered wit...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Gianfranco Frattini Sofas
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Fabric, Wood
Rare Bull Sofa in Terra Alcantara by Gianfranco Frattini for Cassina Italy, 1987
By Gianfranco Frattini, Cassina
Located in Pijnacker, Zuid-Holland
Elegant two-seat loveseat designed by Gianfranco Frattini for Cassina in 1987 and is covered in beautiful terracotta alcantara. The integrated headrests curve around to envelop the sitter. Designed with individually zippered upholstery panels to allow for different fabrics or leathers to be combined. Sits on four black lacquered turned wood feet.
This model is no longer in production and was only produced for 1 year. They are documented in the famous Italian Reportorio book.
The inside is a metal tubular structure completely covered with foam for super comfortable seating pleasure. The sofa has a high comfort level and is not on the market often.
Designer: Gianfranco Frattini
Manufacturer: Cassina
Country: Italy
Model: Bull sofa...
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1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Gianfranco Frattini Sofas
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Ultrasuede
Gianfranco Frattini Brown Velvet Sesann Lounge Chair for Cassina, 1972
By Gianfranco Frattini, Cassina
Located in Vicenza, IT
Set of three Sesann lounge chairs, designed by Gianfranco Frattini in 1970 and produced by the Italian manufacturer Cassina.
They features brown alpaca velvet upholstery and a chrome...
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1970s Italian Space Age Vintage Gianfranco Frattini Sofas
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Chrome
Gianfranco Frattini Black Leather Sesann Living Room Set for Cassina, 1972
By Cassina, Gianfranco Frattini
Located in Vicenza, IT
Sesann dining room set, designed by Gianfranco Frattini in 1970 and produced by the Italian manufacturer Cassina.
It is composed of a two-seater sofa and two armchairs.
It features...
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1970s Italian Space Age Vintage Gianfranco Frattini Sofas
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Chrome
Customizable Tacchini Sesann Sofa by Gianfranco Frattini
By Tacchini, Gianfranco Frattini
Located in New York, NY
A reissue of a historic design by Gianfranco Frattini, Sesann is a collection of sofas and armchairs with soft, cozy forms that evoke feelings of warmth and sensuality, thanks to the...
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2010s Italian Gianfranco Frattini Sofas
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Leather, Fabric
Bull 3-seater red leather sofa by Gianfranco Frattini for Cassina 1987
By Gianfranco Frattini
Located in Sas van Gent, NL
A timeless design by infamous Italian designer Gianfranco Frattini (1926-2004) for Cassina; the Bull sofa. Only produced in 1987 by Cassina, this design is becoming increasingly rare...
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1980s Italian Modern Vintage Gianfranco Frattini Sofas
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Leather, Plastic, Rubber
Sesann Sofa by Gianfranco Frattini for Cassina , Italy, 1970s
By Gianfranco Frattini
Located in Brussels, BE
Sesann Sofa by Gianfranco Frattini for Cassina , Italy, 1970s
A reissue of a historic design by Gianfranco Frattini, Sesann is a collection of sofas and armchairs with soft, cosy fo...
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1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Gianfranco Frattini Sofas
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Sofa Model 830 with Light Grey Velvet, Gianfranco Frattini, Cassina, Italy, 1955
By Cassina, Gianfranco Frattini
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 Sofas
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2-Seat Sofa Model "830" Design Gianfranco Frattini, Cassina, 1950s
By Cassina, Gianfranco Frattini
Located in Wolfurt, AT
This two-seater "830" sofa was designed by Gianfranco Frattini in the 1950s and manufactured by the Italian company Cassina. The sofa is in good original condition and is covered wit...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Gianfranco Frattini Sofas
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Fabric, Wood
Gianfranco Frattini for Cassina 'Bull' Sofa in Black Leather
By Cassina, Gianfranco Frattini
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Gianfranco Frattini for Cassina, 'Bull' sofa, Italy, 1980s
A monumental sofa design by Gianfranco Frattini for Cassina. This piece was designed in 1987 and it shows typical traits f...
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1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Gianfranco Frattini Sofas
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Metal
Bull 3-seater red leather sofa by Gianfranco Frattini for Cassina 1987
By Gianfranco Frattini
Located in Sas van Gent, NL
A timeless design by infamous Italian designer Gianfranco Frattini (1926-2004) for Cassina; the Bull sofa. Only produced in 1987 by Cassina, this design is becoming increasingly rare...
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1980s Italian Modern Vintage Gianfranco Frattini Sofas
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Leather, Plastic, Rubber
Customizable Tacchini Oliver Sofa by Gianfranco Frattini
By Gianfranco Frattini, Tacchini
Located in New York, NY
A re-edition of the legendary Model 872, designed by Gianfranco Frattini in 1957, the Oliver sofa embodies the inseparable fusion of form and material in t...
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2010s Italian Gianfranco Frattini Sofas
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Leather, Fabric
Superb 1958, 3 Seat, Gianfranco Frattini, '872' Leather Sofa, Cassina, Italy
By Gianfranco Frattini, Figli di Amadeo Cassina
Located in bergen op zoom, NL
Superb and very rare 1958 '872' sofa by Gianfranco Frattini for Cassina, Italy.
This 3 seat sofa has been newly upholstered with new Pantera TM foam and finished in superb dark brow...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Gianfranco Frattini Sofas
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Nickel
Italian Modern Black Leather Wood 3seat Sofa Bull by Frattini for Cassina, 1980s
By Cassina, Gianfranco Frattini
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern black leather wood 3-seater sofa Bull by Frattini for Cassina, 1980s
3-seater sofa Bull model with the rectangular seat, that is made up of padded cushions covered in ...
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1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Gianfranco Frattini Sofas
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Customizable Tacchini Grand Sesann Sofa by Gianfranco Frattini
By Tacchini, Gianfranco Frattini
Located in New York, NY
Base: painted or chromed metal.
Feet: walnut or gray stained ash.
Upholstery: not removable.
Sesann is reborn in new dimensions to offer greater comfort and sensuality with a deep and welcoming seat that further enhances the important volumes of this historic sofa. Grand Sesann...
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2010s Italian Gianfranco Frattini Sofas
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Fabric, Leather, Textile
Italian modern brown leather sofa Sesann Gianfranco Frattini for Cassina, 1970s
By Cassina, Gianfranco Frattini
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern brown leather sofa Sesann Gianfranco Frattini for Cassina, 1970s
Sofa model Sesann in brown leather. The seat, the backrest and the two armrests follow curved and roun...
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1970s Italian Modern Vintage Gianfranco Frattini Sofas
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Rare Set of Vintage Sofas by Gianfranco Frattini in Purple Velvet
By Gianfranco Frattini
Located in Milano, IT
Wonderful set of sofas designed by Gianfranco Frattini in the 50's, of fine Italian manufacture.
The three-seater sofa is composed of three seats and a small table inserted into the...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Gianfranco Frattini Sofas
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Gianfranco Frattini sofas for sale on 1stDibs.
Gianfranco Frattini sofas are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of fabric and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Gianfranco Frattini sofas, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. We have 27 vintage editions of these items in-stock, while there is 8 modern edition to choose from as well. Many of the original sofas 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 sofas by Saporiti Italia, Cini Boeri, and Tobia Scarpa. Prices for Gianfranco Frattini sofas can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $5,488 and can go as high as $35,599, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $10,365.
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