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Is Tobia Scarpa related to Carlo Scarpa?

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Is Tobia Scarpa related to Carlo Scarpa?
Yes, Tobia Scarpa is related to Carlo Scarpa. A well-known architect and designer in his own right, Tobia is the son of the legendary architect Carlo Scarpa. Tobia studied architecture at the Università Iuav di Venezia in Venice, where he met designer Afra Bianchin, who would become his wife and long-time collaborator. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Tobia Scarpa furniture.
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Afra & Tobia Scarpa 'Coronado' Sofa in Butterscotch Leather for B&B Italia, 1966
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, B&B Italia
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This iconic 'Coronado' three-seater sofa, a testament to the revolutionary Italian Mid-Century Modern movement, was designed by the esteemed duo Afra & Tobia Scarpa for the world-ren...
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Steel

Afra & Tobia Scarpa 'Coronado' Butterscotch Leather Lounge Chair, 1966
By B&B Italia, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Iconic 'Coronado' lounge chair in butterscotch leather; a hallmark of Italian design. It was designed in 1966 by design luminaries Afra & Tobia Scarpa for the world-renowned B&B Ital...
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather

Afra And Tobia Scarpa TL59 Dining Table For Cassina
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Afra And Tobia Scarpa TL59 Table For Cassina A skilful interplay of shapes and weights is distilled into a simple shape that welcomes and includes, thanks to its balanced proportion...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Tables

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Wood

Rare TL59 Table by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Poggi, Italy, 1975
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Poggi
Located in Milano, IT
Rare TL59 Table by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Poggi, Italy, 1975 A striking and sculptural piece, this rare TL59 table was designed by Afra & Tobia Scarpa and produced by Poggi in Ital...
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Tables

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Crystal, Metal

Large Coffee Table by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for Cassina, Italy 1960s
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Cassina
Located in Roma, IT
Marvelous Mid-Century large coffee table in a beautiful walnut wood designed by Afra & Tobia Scarpa and produced by Cassina in Italy during the 1960s. In fabulous condition and wit...
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Wood, Walnut

Vintage Space Age Papillona Floor Lamp by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Flos, 1970s
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Hamburg, DE
Postmodern floor lamp by the Italian manufacturer Flos after a design by Afra & Tobia Scarpa from the 70s. This design convinces with its imposing height of almost 2m. The filigree ...
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20th Century Italian Post-Modern Floor Lamps

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Metal

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