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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Rug, design by Ottavio MISSONI for SAPORITI. Italy, 70s
By Saporiti, Ottavio Missoni
Located in Torino, IT
Carpet, design by Ottavio MISSONI for SAPORITI. ORIGIN Italy PERIOD 70s/80s DESIGNER Octavius MISSONI MARK Saporiti MATERIALS Fabrics DIMENSIONS 240 x 240 cm CONDITIONS Perfet...
Fabric
$4,272Sale Price|20% Off
Saporiti "Rationalisms" carpet 1990s. Italy
By Saporiti
Located in Firenze, FI
Carpet created by the Saporiti studio in the 1990s with dimensions 240 cm. x 140 cm. Part of the collection "Rationalisms" with an abstract and modern design. The composition featur...
Wool
$965Sale Price|53% Off
W 55.12 in L 78.75 in
Interwoven Hand Tufted Wool Rug by Tisca, Modern Design, 1990s
Located in Debrecen, HU
Elevate your interior design with the Interwoven Artistic Hand Tufted Rug by Tisca France. Made from 100% New Zealand wool, this 1990s rug (size: 140x200cm) offers a perfect blend of...
Wool
Large Hand Tufted Wool Rug by Tisca Switzerland 1990s
Located in Debrecen, HU
Discover the Premium Quality "Toto" Rug by Tisca – Now Available for You! This 186x200 cm never-used rug comes directly from a Swiss manufacturer, ensuring exceptional quality and h...
Wool
Stunning Vintage Missoni Rug By T &J Vestor in Pure Wool *Free Shipping
By Missoni
Located in Portlaoise, IE
Stunning geometric patterned vintage Missoni wool rug by T & J Vestor. Bearing the original Missoni labels to the side and underneath. An exquisite rug presented in superb vintage co...
Wool
$10,158 / item
W 137.8 in L 100.4 in
Patricia Urquiola Rigadino Large Wool Rug by Cassina, Italian Design
By Patricia Urquiola, Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Patricia Urquiola Rigadino Large Rug Manufactured by Cassina NONCONFORMIST ELEGANCE With Rigadino, Patricia Urquiola designs a contribution of nonconformist elegance inspired by h...
Wool
Missoni Post-Modern Striped Rug, circa 1980, Italy, Signed
By Missoni, Missoni Home
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Attention interior designers, this is the large rug you need for that high-profile cover-worthy room you're working on. This signed Missoni rug is from the 1980s Italy and in an oh-s...
Wool
Rug designed by Sofia Rostad for Louis De Poortere , 1970s.
By Zofia Butrymowicz
Located in Arezzo, Italy
Large 'art rug with colorful geometric patterns designed by Sofia Rostad for Louis De Poortere , 1970s. Composition: 100% polyamide, made in Belgium. Excellent condition, in shades ...
Nylon
Vintage Italian Design Rug by Lyda Levi, Milan 1960s
Located in Milan, IT
Lyda Levi (1922-2011) was a leading figure of the post World War II Milanese design movement. In 1946 she collaborated in organising the prestigious 8th edition of Milan’s Triennale ...
Wool
"Window" Hand Tufted Rug by Tisca Switzerland 1990s
Located in Debrecen, HU
Add a touch of modern elegance to any room with this vintage Tisca rug. Made in Switzerland in the 1990s, this rug will brighten up any space. Measuring 200 cm long and 200 cm wide, ...
Wool
$1,114Sale Price|40% Off
W 78.75 in L 78.75 in
"Claire" Hand Tufted Rug by Tisca Switzerland 1980-1990s
Located in Debrecen, HU
Unique Tisca Wool Rug – A Perfect Example of 80s-90s Abstract Art! This 100% wool rug by Tisca (size: 200x200 cm) is an excellent choice for lovers of both retro and modern interior...
Wool
$7,700
W 60.24 in L 93.71 in
Vintage Hand-Knotted Rug, model "Orion" designed by Ottavio Missoni for Missoni
By Ottavio Missoni, Missoni
Located in Beograd, RS
In this listing you will find a breathtaking postmodern rug designed by Ottavio Missoni for Missoni. Model "Orion" is an iconic piece designed as a patc...
Wool
"Foyer" Hand Tufted Rug by Tisca Switzerland 1990s
Located in Debrecen, HU
This 170x240 cm never-used rug comes directly from a Swiss manufacturer, ensuring exceptional quality and handcrafted precision. Add a touch of modern elegance to your home with thi...
Wool
Missoni tapestry in wool signed Giorgio Saporiti '93
By Giorgio Saporiti, Ottavio Missoni
Located in Firenze, FI
Missoni tapestry, made by Giorgio Saporiti in 1993, as reported by the signature on the back. The design features a geometric pattern of repeated square blocks. The dominant colors...
Wool