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Afra & Tobia Scarpa, A large sofa, "Soriana", Cassina, 1970s
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Cassina
Located in Paris, FR
Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Soriana
A brown velvet covered and metal framed sofa.
Produced by Cassina
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet
Afra and Tobia Scarpa Soriana Leather Ottoman for Cassina
By Cassina, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Chicago, IL
Afra and Toba Scarpa Soriana Cassina Pouf or Ottoman c1970s; Modern; Italian Original black
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Leather
Cassina 'Soriana' Four Seater Sofa by Afra and Tobia Scarpa in Bouclé, 1970s
By Cassina, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Antwerp, BE
Afra and Tobia Scarpa, soriana, Cassina, Italy 1970s, bouclé wool
Manufactured by Cassina in the
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Sofas
Materials
Chrome
H 25.6 in W 96.46 in D 39.38 in
Soriana Pouf by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Cassina, 1970s
By Cassina, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Antwerp, BE
Scarpa; Afra & Tobia Scarpa; Soriana; Cassina; Pouf; Ottoman; Red Fabric; 1970s; Mid-Century Modern
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Chrome
Mid-Century Modern "Soriana" Sofa by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Cassina, Italy 1970
By Soriana
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern "Soriana" sofa by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Cassina, Italy 1970
Beige bouclette
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric
H 25.6 in W 64.97 in D 37.01 in
944 Soriana Ottoman in Tess Look Bianco by Cassina
By Cassina
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
The accompanying piece to the pair of Soriana armchairs, this ottoman is as plush in feel as in its
Category
2010s Italian Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Chrome
944 Soriana Three-Seater Sofa in Luxor Fucile by Cassina
By Cassina
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
The 944 Soriana Three-Seater Sofa from Cassina is a luxurious and comfortable seating option
Category
2010s Italian Sofas
Materials
Fabric
Sofa Soriana by Tobia Scarpa for Cassina
By Tobia Scarpa, Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Three Seater sofa model Soriana designed by Tobia Scarpa in 1969.
Manufactured by Cassina in Italy
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
Sofa Soriana by Tobia Scarpa for Cassina
By Tobia Scarpa, Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Three seater sofa model Soriana designed by Tobia Scarpa in 1969.
Manufactured by Cassina in Italy
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
Soriana Sofa by Tobia Scarpa for Cassina
By Tobia Scarpa, Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
“Compasso d’Oro” prize for his “Soriana” armchair designed for Cassina. He has since been awarded many other
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal
Sofa Soriana by Tobia Scarpa for Cassina
By Tobia Scarpa, Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
“Compasso d’Oro” prize for his “Soriana” armchair designed for Cassina. He has since been awarded many other
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal
Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Soriana Ottoman, Cassina, 1970s
By Cassina, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Paris, FR
Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Soriana
A very beautiful ottoman of square shape with rounded corners
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Velvet
Soriana Armchair by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Cassina
By Tobia Scarpa, Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Soriana armchair by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Cassina.
Manufactured in Italy.
The idea of comfort
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal
Soriana Armchair by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Cassina
By Tobia Scarpa, Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Soriana armchair by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Cassina.
Manufactured in Italy.
The idea of comfort
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal
Soriana Armchair by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Cassina
By Tobia Scarpa, Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Soriana armchair by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Cassina.
Manufactured in Italy.
The idea of comfort
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal
Vintage Soriana in original brown leather by Afra e Tobia Scarpa for Cassina
By Cassina
Located in Buggenhout, Oost-Vlaanderen
Tobia Scarpa for Cassina, Italy, 1970s
The Soriana series was meant to express beauty and comfort by
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
H 25.6 in W 96.46 in D 39.38 in
Soriana Chaiselongue by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Cassina
By Cassina, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Wien, AT
The Soriana was designed to embody both beauty and comfort by using a generous bundle of fabric
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chaise Longues
Materials
Metal
Afra & Tobia Scarpa, a Soriana Ottoman, Cassina, 1970s
By Cassina, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Paris, FR
Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Soriana
A very beautiful ottoman of square shape with rounded corners
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Velvet
Soriana Sofa, by Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Cassina, Italy, 1970s
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Cassina
Located in Argelato, BO
Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Soriana Sofas, Cassina, Italy, 1970s.
Afra (1937-2011) & Tobia (1935-) Scarpa
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Steel
Scarpa Soriana Sofa for Cassina, Bouclé Wool, Italy, 1970s
By Cassina, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Antwerp, BE
Scarpa; Afra & Tobia Scarpa; Soriana Sofa; Two-Seater; Cassina; Bouclé Wool; Italy; Italian Design
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Chrome
1970s Cassina Soriana Ottoman by Afra and Tobia Scarpa
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Cassina
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Soriana ottoman designed by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for Cassina in 1969. This iconic ottoman
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Steel
Afra & Tobia Scarpa “Soriana” Sofa for Cassina, Pink, 1969
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Cassina
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Afra & Tobia Scarpa “Soriana” sofa for Cassina, pink and chromed steel, Italy, 1969.
Although
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets
Materials
Chrome
Soriana Sofa by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Cassina, 1970s
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Cassina
Located in bruxelles, BE
Beautiful green velvet and metal sofa by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Cassina. Stamped Cassina. Seat
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
Soriana Sofa and Armchairs by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for Cassina
By Tobia Scarpa, Cassina
Located in Torino, IT
Salotto modello Soriana disegnato da Afra e Tobia Scarpa per Cassina.
Icona di stile e del design
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Sofas
Materials
Leather
Afra & Tobia Scarpa “Soriana” Sofa for Cassina, Black Leather, 1969
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Cassina
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Afra & Tobia Scarpa “Soriana” sofa for Cassina, black leather, Italy, 1969.
Although technically
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Iron
Soriana Sofa by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Cassina, Italy, 1970s
By Cassina, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Antwerp, BE
Three-seater Soriana sofa by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for Cassina, a rare and coveted piece of Italian
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Leather
Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Soriana" Chair for Cassina, Champagne Leather, 1969
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Cassina
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Afra & Tobia Scarpa “Soriana” Lounge Chair for Cassina, Champagne Leather, Italy, 1969, Set of one
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Iron
H 25.6 in W 39.38 in D 35.44 in
Afra & Tobia Scarpa “Soriana” Sofa for Cassina, Black Leather, 1969
By Cassina, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Soriana" sofa for Cassina, Black Leather, 1969.
Although technically designed
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets
Materials
Chrome
Afra & Tobia Scarpa “Soriana” Sofa for Cassina, Burgundy Velvet, 1969
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Cassina
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Soriana" Sofa for Cassina, Burgundy Velvet, Italy, 1969.
Although technically
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets
Materials
Chrome
H 25.6 in W 98.43 in D 39.38 in
Cassina Soriana Sofa by Afra and Tobia Scarpa, Italy, 1970s
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Cassina
Located in Antwerp, BE
Sofa; Afra; Tobia; Scarpa; Cassina; Soriana; Settee; Couch; Italy; 1970's; Hollywood Regency
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Sofas
Materials
Wool
Afra & Tobia Scarpa “Soriana” Sofa for Cassina, Ivory Bouclé, 1969
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Cassina
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Afra & Tobia Scarpa “Soriana” two-seater sofa for Cassina, ivory bouclé, Italy, 1969.
Although
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Iron
Limited Edition Soriana Denim Armchair by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Cassina
By Tobia Scarpa, Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Soriana limited edition Denim armchair by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Cassina.
A design armchair with
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Metal
H 27.96 in W 37.41 in D 41.34 in
Afra & Tobia Scarpa “Soriana” Sofa for Cassina, Champagne Leather, 1969
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Cassina
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Afra & Tobia Scarpa “Soriana” Sofa for Cassina, Champagne Leather, Italy, 1969.
Although
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Iron
H 25.6 in W 68.9 in D 35.44 in
Limited Edition Soriana Denim Armchair by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Cassina
By Tobia Scarpa, Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Soriana limited edition Denim armchair by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Cassina.
A design armchair
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal
H 27.96 in W 37.41 in D 41.34 in
Soriana Ottoman by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Cassina, Italy, 1970s
By Cassina, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Renens, CH
Soriana pouf or ottoman by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for Cassina. Original 1970s cognac leather. The
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Metal
Limited Edition Soriana Denim Armchair by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Cassina
By Cassina, Tobia Scarpa
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Soriana Limited Edition Denim Armchair by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Cassina.
A design armchair
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
H 27.96 in W 37.41 in D 41.34 in
Afra & Tobia Scarpa “Soriana” Sofa for Cassina, Bouclé Wool, 1969
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Cassina
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Afra & Tobia Scarpa “Soriana” Sofa for Cassina, Bouclé Wool and Chromed Steel, Italy, 1969
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets
Materials
Chrome
Afra and Tobia Scarpa Soriana Sofa for Cassina, Italy, 1970s
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Cassina
Located in London, GB
Winner of the Compasso d’Oro award in 1970, the Soriana led Italian power couple Afra and Tobia
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
Afra & Tobia Scarpa 'Soriana' Pair of Chairs for Cassina, Italy, 1969
By Cassina, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in New York, NY
Afra & Tobia Scarpa 'Soriana' Pair of Chairs for Cassina, Italy, 1969
The 'Soriana' line was
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Afra & Tobia Scarpa “Soriana” Lounge Chair for Cassina, Burgundy Velvet, 1969
By Cassina, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Soriana" Lounge Chair for Cassina, Burgundy Velvet, Italy, 1969, Set of one
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets
Materials
Chrome
H 25.6 in W 39.38 in D 35.44 in
Soriana Lounge Chairs by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Cassina, Italy, 1970s
By Cassina, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Antwerp, BE
Pair of Soriana lounge chairs by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for Cassina, a rare and highly sought-after
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather
H 26.38 in W 35.44 in D 39.38 in
Cassina 'Soriana' Cognac Leather Sofa by Afra and Tobia Scarpa, 1970s
By Cassina, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Antwerp, BE
-modern;
Afra and Tobia Scarpa for Cassina, Soriana, reupholstered in aniline leather. Manufactured by
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Sofas
Materials
Chrome
H 25.6 in W 96.46 in D 39.38 in
Soriana Two Seater by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Cassina, Green Mohair
By Cassina, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Antwerp, BE
Scarpa; Afra & Tobia Scarpa; Soriana Sofa; Cassina; 1970s; Italian Design; Italy; Two Seater; Post
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Sofas
Materials
Chrome
Afra & Tobia Scarpa “Soriana” Lounge Set for Cassina, Green Velvet, 1969
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Cassina
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Soriana" chaise longue and ottoman, green velvet and steel, Italy, 1969
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets
Materials
Chrome
H 27.17 in W 37.41 in D 51.19 in
Midcentury Soriana sofas by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Cassina, Italy 1970
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Cassina
Located in Piacenza, Italy
Midcentury pair of Soriana two seater sofas designed by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Cassina, Italy 1970
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
H 26.38 in W 70.87 in D 39.38 in
Afra & Tobia Scarpa “Soriana” Sofa for Cassina, Original Brown Leather, 1969
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Cassina
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Afra & Tobia Scarpa “Soriana” Sofa for Cassina, Original Brown Leather and Chromed Steel, Italy
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets
Materials
Chrome
H 25.6 in W 98.43 in D 39.38 in
Italian 20th Century Beige "Soriana" Leather Sofa By Tobia Scarpa For Cassina
By Tobia Scarpa, Cassina
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
A beautiful “Soriana“ leather sofa by Tobia Scarpa for Cassina, made in Italy around the latter
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Other Sofas
Materials
Metal
H 27.56 in W 66.93 in D 36.62 in
Soriana Lounge Chair & Ottoman by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Cassina, 1969
By Cassina, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Designed by Afra and Tobia Scarpa in 1969 for Cassina, the Soriana lounge chair is a piece of
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
Soriana Lounge Chair & Ottoman by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Cassina, 1969
By Cassina, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Designed by Afra and Tobia Scarpa in 1969 for Cassina, the Soriana lounge chair is a piece of
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
"Soriana" Sofa by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for Cassina, Italy 1969
By Cassina, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Utrecht, NL
The iconic “Soriana” three-seater sofa was designed by the Italian designer duo, Afra and Tobia
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Post-Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Soriana" Leather Lounge Suite For Cassina, circa 1970s
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Cassina
Located in Englewood, NJ
Very Cool and Comfortable Italian Mid Century Modern leather upholstered "Soriana" suite by, Tobia
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 & Tobia Scarpa Soriana Sofa and Ottoman in Light Tobacco Leather by Cassina
By Cassina, Tobia Scarpa
Located in Berlin, DE
Prices vary dependent on the material/color/model of the product.
Afra & Tobia Scarpa Soriana sofa
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Chrome
H 27.96 in W 98.43 in D 41.34 in
Midcentury White Wool Soriana Sofa and 2 Armchairs By Tobia Scarpa for Cassina
By Tobia Scarpa, Cassina
Located in Madrid, ES
The sofa set and two Soriana armchairs designed by Tobia Scarpa for Cassina. Steel structure and
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Steel
H 27.96 in W 98.43 in D 41.34 in
Soriana Chaise Lounge Chair by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for Cassina, 1970s
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Cassina
Located in amstelveen, NL
Rare Soriana chaise longue/lounger by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Cassina, Italy, 1970, The original
Category
Vintage 1970s European Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather
H 25.99 in W 39.38 in D 49.22 in
Soriana 2 Seater with Original velvet Fabric by Tobia Scarpa for Cassina 1970
By Tobia Scarpa, Cassina
Located in Boom, Vlaams Gewest
intage Soriana 2 seater with original textile from the 70ties designed by Tobia Scarpa for Cassina
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Chrome
H 27.96 in W 68.9 in D 41.34 in
Soriana Sofa
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Cassina
Located in New York, NY
Afra and Tobia Scarpa designed the iconic ‘Soriana’ collection for Cassina in 1969, with the chair
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Chrome
Afra and Tobia Scarpa 'Soriana' Three Seat Sofa for Cassina, Italy, 1969
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Cassina
Located in New York, NY
Afra & Tobia Scarpa 'Soriana' Sofa for Cassina, Italy, 1969
The revolutionary and unique 'Soriana
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Sofas
Materials
Chrome
Afra and Tobia Scarpa Midcentury Brown Velvet Soriana Ottoman for Cassina, 1969
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Cassina
Located in Vicenza, IT
Soriana ottoman, designed by Afra and Tobia Scarpa, and produced by the Italian manufacturer
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Space Age Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome
H 26.38 in W 35.44 in D 39.38 in
Soriana Lounge Chair in green linen fabric, Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Cassina, 1970s
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Cassina
Located in amstelveen, NL
Soriana chair, Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Cassina, Italy, 1970.
Reupholstered in Angkor Mouse linen
Category
Vintage 1970s European Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Linen
H 26.78 in W 39.38 in D 40.95 in
Afra and Tobia Scarpa Brown Velvet Soriana Lounge Chair for Cassina, 1969
By Cassina, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Vicenza, IT
Soriana lounge chair, designed by Afra and Tobia Scarpa, and produced by the Italian manufacturer
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Space Age Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome
H 26.38 in W 98.43 in D 39.38 in
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Soriana Cassina For Sale on 1stDibs
With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the soriana cassina you’re looking for. Each soriana cassina for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, chrome and fabric. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer soriana cassina, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. When you’re browsing for the right soriana cassina, those designed in Mid-Century Modern and Modern styles are of considerable interest. Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Cassina and Tobia Scarpa each produced at least one beautiful soriana cassina that is worth considering.
How Much is a Soriana Cassina?
Prices for a soriana cassina can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $1,483 and can go as high as $46,673, while the average can fetch as much as $9,975.
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