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Afra and Tobia Scarpa Set of Four Dining Chairs, circa 1960
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in New York, NY
Set of four beautifully sculpted maple wood and boucle dining chairs designed by Afra and Tobia
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Bouclé, Maple
Set of 2 Lether 121 Chairs, Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Cassina, Italy, 1967
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Argelato, BO
Afra and Tobia Scarpa, set of 2 leather and wood chairs made for Cassina, Italy, 1967.
It is one
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Set of 10 Red Lether 121 Chairs, Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Cassina, Italy, 1967
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Argelato, BO
Afra and Tobia Scarpa, set of 10 leather and wood chairs made for Cassina, Italy, 1967.
It is
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
H 31.5 in W 18.9 in D 23.23 in
Tobia & Afra Scarpa Bedroom Set Artona with Bed and Nightstands by Maxalto 1970s
By Maxalto, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Montecatini Terme, IT
walnut wood, leather and metal details.
Designed by Tobia and Afra Scarpa and produced by Maxalto in
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bedroom Sets
Materials
Metal
H 26.78 in W 73.63 in D 84.65 in
1960s Leaving Room Set, Sofa & Armchairs in leather by Afra & Tobia Scarpa
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Afra and Tobia Scarpa designers
These are particular famous and fabulous complete set for living room
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets
Materials
Leather, Fir
H 31.5 in W 53.55 in D 31.5 in
Afra & Tobia Scarpa “Soriana” Living Room Set for Cassina, 1969
By Cassina, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Afra & Tobia Scarpa “Soriana” living room set for Cassina, two-seater sofa and two lounge chairs
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets
Materials
Chrome
Afra & Tobia Scarpa “Soriana” Living Room Set for Cassina, 1969
By Cassina, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Afra & Tobia Scarpa “Soriana” living room set for Cassina, two-seater sofa, two lounge chairs and
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets
Materials
Chrome
Afra & Tobia Scarpa “Soriana” Sofa for Cassina, 1969
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Cassina
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Afra & Tobia Scarpa “Soriana” three-seater sofa for Cassina, original brown leather and chromed
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets
Materials
Chrome
Afra & Tobia Scarpa “Soriana” Sofa for Cassina, 1969
By Cassina, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Afra & Tobia Scarpa “Soriana” three-seater for Cassina, velvet and chromed steel, Italy, 1969
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets
Materials
Chrome
Afra & Tobia Scarpa “Soriana” Living Room Set for Cassina, 1969, Set of 3
By Cassina, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Afra & Tobia Scarpa “Soriana” living room set for Cassina, three-seater sofa and two lounge chairs
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets
Materials
Chrome
H 25.6 in W 68.9 in D 37.41 in
Artona Double bed by Afra e Tobia Scarpa for Maxalto 1970s
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Maxalto
Located in Padova, IT
famous architect Carlo Scarpa. Together with his wife Afra, Tobia began working in the Venini glass
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bedroom Sets
Materials
Leather, Walnut
Afra & Tobia Scarpa Black Leather 121 + 778 Dining Set for Cassina, 1967
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Cassina
Located in Vicenza, IT
Afra & Tobia Scarpa in 1965 and produced in Italy by Cassina.
They feature black leather upholstery
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Sets
Materials
Leather, Walnut
H 31.5 in W 18.9 in D 23.23 in
Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Molteni ‘Morna’ Bed with Nightstands
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Molteni & C
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Molteni, bed with nightstands model ‘Morna’, leather, opaline glass, wood
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bedroom Sets
Materials
Leather, Wood
Afra & Tobia Scarpa “Soriana” Living Room Set for Cassina, Bouclé Wool, 1969
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Cassina
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Afra & Tobia Scarpa “Soriana” living room set for Cassina, three-seater sofa and two lounge chairs
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets
Materials
Chrome
H 25.6 in W 98.43 in D 37.41 in
Soriana 3 seater sofa and chaise longue by Tobia & Afra Scarpa for Cassina NEW
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Stavenisse, NL
The Soriana Sofa was first designed by Afra and Tobia Scarpa in 1969.
In 1970 the Soriana was
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets
Materials
Chrome
H 27.96 in W 98.43 in D 41.34 in
Afra & Tobia Scarpa Africa Dining Room Set for Maxalto, 4 Chairs and Table, 1976
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Maxalto
Located in Vicenza, IT
A dining set composed of four “Africa” dining chairs and an “Artona” table, designed by Afra and
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Sets
Materials
Brass
H 30.71 in W 18.5 in D 22.05 in
Afra & Tobia Scarpa “Soriana” Sofa for Cassina, Bouclé Wool, 1969
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Cassina
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Afra & Tobia Scarpa “Soriana” three-seater for Cassina, bouclé wool and chromed steel, Italy, 1969
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets
Materials
Chrome
Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Soriana" Leather Lounge Suite For Cassina, circa 1970s
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Cassina
Located in Englewood, NJ
& Afra Scarpa designed for Cassina. The suite is made up of one settee, two lounge chairs and two
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets
Materials
Leather
H 39 in W 66.5 in D 27.5 in
Afra and Tobia Scarpa Soriana set for Cassina
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Cassina
Located in Houston, TX
Afra and Tobia Scarpa
Soriana set
Cassina
Italy, 1970
leather, chrome-plated steel
28 h × 70 w × 41
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Bouclé
Small tables model 777, Afra and Tobia Scarpa, 1965 Circa
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Milano, Lombardia
of Afra and Tobia Scarpa is deeply rooted in a pursuit of balance and craftsmanship. The Small Tables
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Wood
Large "Torcello" Coffee Table by Tobia and Afra Scarpa, 1960s
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Skokie, IL
Tobia and Afra Scarpa large "Torcello" coffee table for Stildomus, Italy, 1960s.
The 'Torcello
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Walnut
Set of 4 Tobia & Afra Scarpa Monk Chairs
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in San Francisco, CA
This beautiful set of 4 Scarpa Monk chairs in stunning black patinated leather and wood are unique
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Afra Scarpa & Tobia Scarpa for Maxalto 'Artona' Sideboard
By Maxalto, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Maxalto, sideboard, model 'Artona', walnut, leather, Italy, 1975/1979
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Sideboards
Materials
Brass
Set of 4 "Monk" Chairs by Afra & Tobia Scarpa
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Long Island City, NY
Set of 4 "Monk" Chairs by Afra & Tobia Scarpa in cognac leather with walnut legs.
About Afra
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Walnut, Leather
Andirons and Complete Fireplace Set by Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Italy, 1970s
By Tobia Scarpa, Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Dimensione Fuoco
Located in Argelato, BO
Andirons and Complete Fireplace Set by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for "Dimensione Fuoco", Italy, 1970s
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Andirons
Materials
Metal, Brass
H 29.53 in W 14.57 in D 7.88 in
Afra & Tobia Scarpa Set of Dining Table with Set of Six Dialogo Chairs
By B&B Italia, Maxalto, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Dining room set consisting of Afra and Tobia Scarpa for B&B Italia set of six Dialogo chairs with
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Dining Room Sets
Materials
Brass
H 31.11 in W 20.48 in D 21.66 in
Set of 4 Afra and Tobia Scarpa Mastro Chairs for Molenti
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in London, GB
We love this neutral set of chairs in steel and canvas by the giants of 1970's Italian design, Afra
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Steel
Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Dimensione Fuoco Fireplace Set
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Dimensione Fuoco
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Dimensione Fuoco, fireplace set, iron, wood, Italy, 1970s
This fireplace
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots
Materials
Iron
Afra & Tobia Scarpa Plywood Dining Chairs, 1973, Set of 8
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Afra & Tobia Scarpa plywood dining chairs, metal and plywood, Italy, 1973, set of eight
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal
Afra & Tobia Scarpa ‘Benetton’ Chair in Leather and Steel
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Benetton Office, chair, brass, leather, steel, Italy, 1985.
This chair is
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Brass, Steel
Afra & Tobia Scarpa ‘Benetton’ Stool in Leather and Steel
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Benetton Office, folding stool or ottoman, leather, steel, Italy, 1985
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Stools
Materials
Steel
Bilobo Pendant by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Flos
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Flos
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Two Bilobo pendants by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Flos. Designed and manufactured in Italy, circa 1960
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum, Metal
Artona 'Africa' dining set by Tobia Scarpa in walnut wood and leather, Maxalto
By Maxalto, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in amstelveen, NL
Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Maxalto, Artona dining table with 'Africa chairs', black leather, walnut
Category
Vintage 1970s European Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Sets
Materials
Brass
H 27.96 in W 70.08 in D 66.15 in
Set of 6 vintage dining chairs by Tobia & Afra Scarpa, 1970s
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in HEVERLEE, BE
Set of 6 dining chairs designed by Tobia & Afra Scarpa for Molteni.
Beuatiful modern design wooden
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
1975's Afra & Tobia Scarpa 'Artona' Coffee Table Edited by Maxalto
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in New York, NY
The Afra & Tobia Scarpa coffee table stands as a masterpiece in the realm of furniture design
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Beech, Birch, Fruitwood, Maple, Oak
Afra & Tobia Scarpa Midcentury Leather and Plywood Dining Chair, 1966, Set of 4
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Vicenza, IT
Directly from our private collection, a set of four dining chairs designed by Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Ash
H 27.56 in W 18.9 in D 24.41 in
Afra & Tobia Scarpa Midcentury Leather and Plywood Dining Chair, 1966, Set of 4
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Vicenza, IT
Set of four dining chairs designed by Afra & Tobia Scarpa in the late 60s. The shape presents some
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Walnut
H 27.56 in W 18.9 in D 24.41 in
Flos, vintage set of two Quarto sconces by Afra e Tobia Scarpa. Italy 1970s
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Catania, CT
Fair vintage condition with normal trace of age and use but a slight deformation on the upper part of the clear polycarbonate frame. No chips or cracks. Full working with EU standard...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
H 8.27 in W 15.75 in D 7.09 in
Pair of Chairs in the Style of Afra and Tobia Scarpa
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Austin, TX
Set of four chairs, Italian, in the manner of Afra and Tobia Scarpa. The elegant and strong chairs
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Soriana Lounge Chair by Afra and Tobia Scarpa
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Cassina
Located in Antwerp, BE
Afra and Tobia Scarpa, reupholstered cognac aniline leather, Cassina, Italy, 1970s
The Soriana
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome
A rare set of brass and iron chairs attributed to Afra and Tobia Scarpa 1960.
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A rare set of brass and iron chairs attributed to Afra and Tobia Scarpa 1960. Seats having recent
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Brass, Iron
H 27.5 in W 22.5 in D 18.25 in
Mid-Century Modern Set of 4 Chairs by Afra and Tobia Scarpa, Italy, 1960s
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern set of 4 chairs by Afra and Tobia Scarpa, Italy, 1960s.
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
H 31.11 in W 19.69 in D 18.51 in
Afra and Tobia Scarpa, Stildomus Segesto dining chairs, set of four
By Stildomus, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Milano, IT
" chairs, designed by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for Stildomus in 1976 and part of the "Torcello" series, which
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Walnut
Afra e Tobia Scarpa Africa chairs Maxalto Italy 1975
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Highly rare large set of so called 'Africa' chairs designed by Afra e Tobia Scarpa and manufactured
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Brass
Afra & Tobia Scarpa Set of Four 'Monk' Dining Chairs in Red Leather and Ash
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Molteni, set of four 'Monk' dining chairs, ash, leather, Italy, 1974.
The
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Ash
H 29.53 in W 20.28 in D 18.31 in
Set of 2 Dining Chairs by Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Italy, 1970's
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Rare set of 2 dining chairs by Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Italy, 1970's.
A minimal and striking design
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal
Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Africa" dining chairs for Maxalto, 1975
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Bruxelles, BE
designed by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Maxalto in 1975. The Scarpa duo’s Artona line was in fact the first
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Brass
Afra & Tobia Scarpa Glazed Italian Colorful Plates San Lorenzo Design (8) ITALY
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Chula Vista, CA
MoMA designers Afra & Tobia Scarpa San Lorenzo colorful glazed design in dazzling blue, green, red
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche
Materials
Aluminum
Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Meritalia Lounge Chair and Ottoman
By Meritalia, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Afra and Tobia Scarpa for Meritalia, 'Gitana' lounge chair and ottoman, fabric, metal, Italy, 1993
Category
1990s Italian Post-Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Stildomus 'Torcello' Coffee Table in Walnut
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Stildomus
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Stildomus, 'Torcello' coffee table, walnut, Italy, 1965
The 'Torcello
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Walnut
Set of 4 Black Leather Chairs Model "Monk" by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for Molteni
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Brussels, BE
Set of 4 black leather chairs Model "Monk" by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for Molteni - Italy 1970s.
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
H 29.34 in W 20.08 in D 18.12 in
Set of 4 Black Leather Chairs Model "Monk" by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for Molteni
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Brussels, BE
Set of 4 black leather chairs Model "Monk" by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for Molteni - Italy 1970s
Category
Vintage 1970s European Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
H 29.34 in W 20.08 in D 18.12 in
Set of 6 Black Leather Chairs Model "Monk" by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for Molteni
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Brussels, BE
Set of 6 black leather chairs model "Monk" by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for Molteni - Italy, 1970s.
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Chairs
Materials
Leather
H 29.53 in W 20.08 in D 17.72 in
Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Maxalto 'Artona' Side Table in Ash
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Maxalto, 'Artona' side table, ash, Italy, 1975
The famous furniture line
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Materials
Ash
Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Maxalto 'Artona' Side Table in Ash
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Maxalto, 'Artona' side table, ash, Italy, 1975
The famous furniture line
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Materials
Ash
Tobia & Afra Scarpa Set of Two Nightstands in Walnut by Maxalto 1970s Italy
By Maxalto, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Montecatini Terme, IT
A couple of Artona nightstands in walnut wood and metal details.
Designed by Tobia and Afra Scarpa
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Metal
H 26.19 in W 25.01 in D 12.6 in
White Foglio Sconces by Tobia & Afra Scarpa for Flos, 1960s Set of 2
By Flos, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Lasne, BE
Pair of sconces in white color metal. stamped Flos. Repainted. Wear due to time and age of the sconces.
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Dimensione Fuoco Fireplace Set, Italy 1970s
By Dimensione Fuoco, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Naples, IT
The fireplace set consists of four different elements: a set of fireplace tools (with shield, poker
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots
Materials
Brass, Iron
Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Dimensione Fuoco Fireplace Set, Italy 1970s
By Dimensione Fuoco, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Naples, IT
The fireplace set consists of five different items: a set of fireplace tools (with broom, , tongs
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots
Materials
Brass, Iron
Afra & Tobia Scarpa Set of Four Monk Chairs for Molteni, circa 1974
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Chicago, IL
The particular feature of this model is the support structure composed of two equal trestles in solid wood attached to shaped metal tubing, creating a single element for the seat and...
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
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Afra And Tobia Scarpa Set For Sale on 1stDibs
Find many varieties of an authentic afra and tobia scarpa set available at 1stDibs. A afra and tobia scarpa set — often made from wood, animal skin and leather — can elevate any home. Your living room may not be complete without a afra and tobia scarpa set — find older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. When you’re browsing for the right afra and tobia scarpa set, those designed in Mid-Century Modern and Modern styles are of considerable interest. Many designers have produced at least one well-made afra and tobia scarpa set over the years, but those crafted by Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Cassina and Maxalto are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
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The average selling price for a afra and tobia scarpa set at 1stDibs is $7,800, while they’re typically $1,022 on the low end and $39,703 for the highest priced.
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