Erasmo Sofa by Afra and Tobia Scarpa, B&B Italia, 1973 - New Upholstery
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Brussels, BE
Erasmo Sofa by Afra and Tobia Scarpa, B&B Italia, 1973 - New Upholstery
Fabric
Erasmo sofa in brown Leather by Afra and Tobia Scarpa, B&B Italia, 1970s
By B&B Italia, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Milano, IT
Erasmo sofa in brown Leather by Afra e Tobia Scarpa, B&B Italia, 1970s Erasmo sofa covered in brown Leather.
Leather
Afra & Tobia Scarpa “Erasmo” Sofa
By B&B Italia, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Chicago, IL
produced by B&B Italia - this piece is in excellent vintage condition with minor age-appropriate wear. The original clips that hold the sections together are missing, but we will inc...
Fabric
Italian 1970s Erasmo Sofa Afra & Tobia Scarpa for B&B Italia Manner Living Room
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in London, GB
This stunning and amazingly comfortable sofa in the manner of the iconic Erasmo sofa from Afra & Tobia Scarpa for B&B Italia , is a beautiful example of 1970s Italian design.
Wood, Fabric
Afra & Tobia Scarpa for B&B Italia Sectional 'Erasmo' Sofa in Cognac Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Afra & Tobia Scarpa for B&B Italia, sectional 'Erasmo' sofa, leather, Italy, 1974. An early version 'Erasmo' sectional sofa designed by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for B&B I...
Leather
Original Erasmo Couch Modul Sofa B&B Italia Afra & Tobia Scarpa
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, B&B Italia
Located in Berlin, DE
Wir bieten ein wunderschönes 3-teiliges Modulsofa von B&B Italia aus den 1970er Jahren zum Verkauf an. Der Entwurf stammt von Afra & Tobia Scarpa und wurde unter dem Namen "E...
Fabric
Leather Erasmo Sofa by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for B&B Italia
By B&B Italia, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Chicago, IL
c. 1970s. Made in Italy. Injection molded foam frame. Extremely comfy. We have two available.
Leather
$27,830 / item
Erasmo Gray Sofa
By Pier Luigi Frighetto by Black Tie
Located in Milan, IT
A modular sofa with enveloping and sinuous shapes: Erasmo is a perfect synthesis of classic and modern lines, elegantly highlighted by the creasing of the armrest that discreetly fol...
Textile
$15,795 / item
Erasmo Orange Sofa
By Pier Luigi Frighetto by Black Tie
Located in Milan, IT
A modular sofa with enveloping and sinuous shapes: Erasmo is a perfect synthesis of classic and modern lines, elegantly highlighted by the creasing of the armrest that discreetly fol...
Textile
$22,060 / item
Erasmo White Sofa by Black Tie
By Pier Luigi Frighetto by Black Tie
Located in Milan, IT
A modular sofa with enveloping and sinuous shapes: Erasmo is a perfect synthesis of classic and modern lines, elegantly highlighted by the creasing of the armrest that discreetly fol...
Textile
Afra & Tobia Scarpa B&B Italia Erasmo Modular Sofa, Fabric, Italy, 1970s
By B&B Italia, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Zevenaar, NL
Italian modern blue/brown very soft fabric sofa Erasmo by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for B&B Italia, 1970s This modular sofa model Erasmo has an injection molded foam frame covered in th...
Fabric
Erasmo black leather sofa by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for B&B Italia, 1960s
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, B&B Italia
Located in Milano, IT
Erasmo leather sofa by Tobia Scarpa for B&B Italia, 1960s Modular sofa model Erasmo, consisting of two armchairs.
Metal
Italian modern blue fabric sofa Erasmo by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for B&B, 1970s
By B&B Italia, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern blue fabric sofa Erasmo by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for B&B, 1970s Modular sofa model Erasmo covered in petrol blue.
Fabric, Plastic
Italian modern modular white sofa Erasmo by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for B&B, 1970s
By B&B Italia, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern modular white sofa Erasmo by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for B&B, 1970s Modular sofa mod.
Fabric, Plastic
Italian modern alpaca sofa Erasmo by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for B&B, 1980s
By B&B Italia, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern alpaca sofa Erasmo by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for B&B, 1980s Erasmo modular sofa upholstered in black alpaca fabric with light brown lines.
Fabric, Plastic
Afra and Tobia Scarpa Erasmo Sofa
By Tobia Scarpa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Black leather sofa with a nice worn in look. Designed by Tobia Scarpa for B & B Italia.
Leather
Afra & Tobia Scarpa for B&B Italia, 'Erasmo' Sofa, 1970s
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Brussels, BE
Afra & Tobia Scarpa for B&B Italia, 'Erasmo' sofa, 1970s.
Textile
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H 26.78 in W 40.95 in D 35.44 in
Erasmo Sofa by Afra and Tobia Scarpa, B&B Italia, 1973, New Upholstery
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Brussels, BE
Erasmo sofa by Afra and Tobia Scarpa, B&B Italia, 1973 - New Upholstery.
Velvet
Tobia & Afra Scarpa Erasmo Sofa for B&B Italia, Italy, 1974
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, B&B Italia
Located in London, GB
They met studying architecture at the Univer¬sity luav di Venezia, grad¬u¬at¬ing in 1957. The Erasmo sofa is rational in form and extreme in comfort.
Fabric
Erasmo Sofa by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for B&B Italia - 1970s
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Uccle, Bruxelles
Amazing 3 seats Erasmo Sofa by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for B&B Italia in 1974.
Fabric
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H 25.99 in W 33.86 in D 35.04 in
Afra & Tobia Scarpa for B&B Italia Sectional 'Erasmo' Sofa in Camel Leather
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, B&B Italia
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Afra & Tobia Scarpa for B&B Italia, sectional 'Erasmo' sofa, leather, Italy, 1974. An early version 'Erasmo' sectional sofa designed by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for B&B Italia.
Leather
Erasmo Sofa by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for B&B Italia
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, B&B Italia
Located in Chicago, IL
c. 1970s. Made in Italy. Injection molded foam frame. Extremely comfy.
Fabric
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H 26.5 in W 151 in D 39 in
"Erasmo" Modular 4 Piece Sofa by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for B&b Italia, 1973
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, B&B Italia
Located in Culver City, CA
A gorgeous Mid-Century Modern find! This early Erasmo sofa designed by Afra and Tobia Scarpa is a real stunner.
Fabric
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H 29.53 in W 86.62 in D 43.31 in
Erasmo Brown Velvet Sofa by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for B&B Italia
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, B&B Italia
Located in Milano, IT
Introducing the exclusive Afra and Tobia Scarpa's Erasmo four-seater corner sofa. With its iconic design and impeccable craftsmanship, this sofa pays homage to the artistry and innov...
Steel, Iron
Poltrona Erasmo B&B Italia Afra e Tobia Scarpa
By B&B Italia, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Ghedi, IT
Its modular sensibility—originally conceived alongside the Erasmo sofa—allows for seamless integration into diverse living spaces, while its clean lines and lack of ornamental excess...
Leather
Afra & Tobia Scarpa “Erasmo” Sectional Sofa
By B&B Italia, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Chicago, IL
c. 1980s for B&B Italia in great vintage condition. This sofa features a modular design allowing you to rearrange the parts to extend individual sides. It’s incredibly comfortable. W...
Fabric
Pair of "Erasmo" Leather Sofas by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for B&B
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Piacenza, Italy
Exceptional pair of cognac leather sofa Erasmo designed by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for B&B.
Leather
Contemporary Modernist Pair of Sofas & Chair Set Tobia Scarpa B&B Italia Erasmo
By Tobia Scarpa
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
For your consideration is a terrific and comfortable pair of sofas and matching chair, Erasmo by Tobia Scapra, made in Italy for B&B America.
Fabric
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H 21 in W 118 in D 33.5 in
‘Erasmo’ Leather Sofa With Ottoman by Afra + Tobia Scarpa for B&b Italia, 1980s
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, B&B Italia
Located in Chicago, IL
A three-section modular ‘Erasmo’ sectional sofa designed by Afra + Tobia Scarpa for B&B Italia in the 1980s.
Leather, Upholstery, Wood
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H 24.02 in W 43.31 in D 40.95 in
Afra & Tobia Scarpa 2 Seater 'Erasmo' Black Leather Sofa + Table B&B Italia 1973
By B&B Italia, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in bergen op zoom, NL
This black leather 2 seater + matching table version 'Erasmo' sectional sofa was produced in 1976 and designed by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for B&B Italia in 1973 The black laminated tab...
Leather, Foam, Plywood
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H 24.81 in W 33.86 in D 33.86 in
Italian Mid-Century Erasmo Brown Leather Sofa Afra and Tobia Scarpa for B&B 1980
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, B&B Italia
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian mid-century Erasmo brown leather Sofa by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for B&B, 1980s.
Steel, Iron
Modern Large Sofa Sectional Erasmo by Tobia Scarpa B&B Italia, 1970s
By Tobia Scarpa, B&B Italia
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
For your consideration is a chic and comfortable sofa sectional, Erasmo by Tobia Scapra, made in Italy for B&B Italia.
Fabric
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H 27.5 in W 108 in
B&B Italia Afra & Tobia Scarpa Modular Erasmo 4-Piece Sectional Sofa Made Italy
By B&B Italia, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in West Hartford, CT
A magnificent signed four piece modular Erasmo sectional by B&B Italia. The Erasmo is one of the most coveted Afra & Tobia Scarpa designs in the world today.
Metal, Chrome
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H 27.5 in W 108 in D 37 in
B&B Italia Afra & Tobia Scarpa Modular Erasmo 4-Piece Sectional Sofa Made Italy
By B&B Italia, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in West Hartford, CT
A magnificent signed four piece modular Erasmo sectional by B&B Italia. The Erasmo is one of the most coveted Afra & Tobia Scarpa designs in the world today.
Metal, Chrome
Afra & Tobia Scarpa For B&B Italia, 'Erasmo' Armchair, 1970s
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Brussels, BE
Afra & Tobia Scarpa for B&B Italia, 'Erasmo' armchair, 1970s.
Textile
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H 24.41 in W 83.08 in D 36.23 in
Divano 2 posti erasmo B&B Italia Afra e Tobia Scarpa velluto marrone
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, B&B Italia
Located in Ghedi, IT
Scopri l’eleganza senza tempo del divano Erasmo di B&B Italia, un’icona del design firmata da Afra e Tobia Scarpa. Realizzato in pregiato velluto marrone, questo capolavoro unisce c...
Velvet
'Erasmo' sofa by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for B&B 1970s-80s
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Milano, IT
2-seater sofa, foam padding, leather upholstery. Fair condition, worn leather upholstery.
Leather
Erasmo Sectional by Afra + Tobia Scarpa for B&B Italia
By B&B Italia, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Chicago, IL
c. 1970s. Made in Italy. Injection molded foam frame. Reupholstered in Camira Main Line Flax Alperton fabric. New feet.
Fabric
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H 26 in W 136 in D 35 in
Tobia & Afra Scarpa Erasmo Sectional in Black Leather for B&B Italia Vintage 70s
By B&B Italia, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Dallas, TX
4 Piece modular erasmo sectional sofa. Includes 2 lumbar cushions and certificate of authenticity.
Leather
Three Tobia Scarpa For B&B Italia Erasmo Lounges Sofa
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Pasadena, TX
A set of three mid century modern brown leather Erasmo lounges which when used together could be a sectional sofa.
Leather
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H 27.56 in W 151.58 in D 36.23 in
Afra and Tobia Scarpa for B&B Italia Erasmo Sofa in Original Mohair, circa 1970
By B&B Italia, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Pijnacker, Zuid-Holland
Amazing 4-piece Erasmo sofa in original mohair by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for B&B Italia, circa 1970.
Mohair
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H 70 in W 445 in D 95 in
Italian modern brown Erasmo Sofa by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for B&B Italia, 1980s
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, B&B Italia
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern brown Erasmo Sofa by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for B&B Italia, 1980s Angular sofa mod.
Metal
'Erasmo' Sectional Sofa by Afra and Tobia Scarpa, 1970s
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, B&B Italia
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Afra and Tobia Scarpa for B&B Italia, Sectional sofa 'Erasmo', Space Age black and orange fabric, Italy, 1970s.
Fabric
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