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Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Africa Chairs
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in LAGUNA BEACH, CA
Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Africa Chairs
1970
Brass, Rosewood, Leather, Steel
30.71 H x 18.12 W x 22 d
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Chairs
Materials
Brass
Afra & Tobia Scarpa Africa Chair for Maxalto
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Maxalto
Located in San Francisco, CA
Afra & Tobia Scarpa design "Africa" chair for the Artona line by Maxalto, Italy. Elegant and
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Walnut
Africa Italian Dining Chairs Designed by Afra & Tobia Scarpa For Maxalto, 70s
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Madrid, ES
Set of six chairs model "Africa" designed by Afra & Tobia Scarpa, from the "Artona" series produced
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Wood
H 31.11 in W 22.05 in D 17.33 in
Mid-Century Modern Set of 6 Africa Chairs by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Maxalto
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Set of 6 Africa Chairs by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Maxalto, 1970s
Category
Vintage 1970s Chairs
Materials
Wood
H 30.91 in W 22.05 in D 17.33 in
Afra and Tobia Scarpa Africa Dining Chair for Maxalto, 1976, Set of 4
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Maxalto
Located in Vicenza, IT
Set of four Africa dining chairs, designed by Afra and Tobia Scarpa and produced by the Italian
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Brass
H 30.71 in W 18.5 in D 22.05 in
Africa dining chairs by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Maxalto, 1975, Set of 4
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Maxalto
Located in bruxelles, BE
Set of 4 Africa chairs in wood and brown leather by Afra & Tobia Scarpa . Stamped. Seat height: 45
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
H 31.11 in W 22.05 in D 18.9 in
Dining Chairs 'Africa' by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Maxalto, Italy, 1970s
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Maxalto
Located in Antwerp, BE
"Africa" dining chairs by Afra & Tobia Scarpa, crafted in the 1970s for Maxalto, a great example of
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood, Walnut
H 30.71 in W 22.84 in D 18.12 in
Afra and Tobia Scarpa Walnut Africa Dining Chair for Maxalto, 1976, Set of 4
By Maxalto, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Vicenza, IT
Set of four Africa dining chairs, designed by Afra and Tobia Scarpa and produced by the Italian
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Brass
H 30.71 in W 18.5 in D 22.05 in
Afra and Tobia Scarpa Walnut Africa Dining Chair for Maxalto, 1976, Set of 6
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Maxalto
Located in Vicenza, IT
Set of six Africa dining chairs, designed by Afra and Tobia Scarpa and produced by the Italian
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Brass
H 30.71 in W 18.5 in D 22.05 in
Afra and Tobia Scarpa Walnut Africa Dining Chair for Maxalto, 1976, Set of 6
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Maxalto
Located in Vicenza, IT
Set of six Africa dining chairs, designed by Afra and Tobia Scarpa and produced by the Italian
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Brass
H 30.71 in W 18.5 in D 22.05 in
Afra and Tobia Scarpa Walnut Africa Dining Chair for Maxalto, 1976, Set of 10
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Maxalto
Located in Vicenza, IT
Set of ten Africa dining chairs, designed by Afra and Tobia Scarpa and produced by the Italian
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Brass
H 30.71 in W 18.5 in D 22.05 in
Africa Chairs by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Maxalto, Italy - 1975, set of 10
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
These chairs are an exquisite design by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for Maxalto, showcasing the duo's
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Tobia Scarpa Set of Eight Africa Chairs in Walnut and Leather by Maxalto 70s
By Maxalto, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Montecatini Terme, IT
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Designed by Tobia and Afra Scarpa and produced by Maxalto in the 1970s.
These unique sculptural chairs
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Brass
H 30.91 in W 22.05 in D 18.12 in
Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Africa" Dining Chairs for Maxalto, 1975, Set of 2
By Maxalto, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Africa" dining chairs for Maxalto, black leather, walnut, burl and brass
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Brass
H 31.11 in W 22.25 in D 16.93 in
Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Africa" Dining Chairs for Maxalto, 1975, Set of 6
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Maxalto
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Africa" dining chairs for Maxalto, black leather, walnut, burl and brass
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Brass
H 31.11 in W 22.25 in D 16.93 in
Set of Six Africa Chairs by Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Maxalto, Italy, 1970s
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Maxalto
Located in LEWES, GB
A rare set of six stunning Africa chairs designed by Afra & Tobia Scarpa in the 1970s, and produced
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Brass
H 30.91 in W 22.05 in D 18.12 in
Set of Four Africa Chairs by Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Maxalto, Italy, 1970s
By Maxalto, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in LEWES, GB
A rare set of four stunning Africa chairs designed by Afra & Tobia Scarpa in the 1970s, and
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Brass
H 30.91 in W 22.05 in D 18.12 in
Set of Ten Africa Chairs by Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Maxalto, Italy, 1970s
By Maxalto, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in LEWES, GB
A rare set of ten stunning Africa chairs designed by Afra & Tobia Scarpa in the 1970s, and produced
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Brass
H 30.91 in W 22.05 in D 18.12 in
Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Maxalto Set of 12 'Africa' Dining Chairs Italy, 1975
By Maxalto, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Almelo, NL
Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Maxalto Set of 12 'Africa' Dining Chairs in Walnut, Leather and Brass
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Ebony, Walnut, Braid
H 30.71 in W 18.12 in D 20.48 in
Original vintage ‘Africa’ chairs by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Maxalto, 1975, set 6
By Maxalto, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Sittard, LI
Original vintage Africa chairs by Afra & Tobia scarpa, produced by Maxalto.
Sold individually or
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Brass
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H 30.91 in W 22.25 in D 18.12 in
Set 12 chairs Afra & Tobia Scarpa mod. Africa - Gruppo Unico, 80/90
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Manzano, IT
Set of 12 Afra & Tobia Scarpa chairs mod. Africa - Single Group, 80/90
Style : Vintage
Design
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Brass
Afra and Tobia Scarpa for Maxalto Set of Twelve Africa Walnut Dining Chairs 1975
By Maxalto, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in New York, NY
Designed by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Maxalto extraordinary set of twelve dining chairs model 'Africa
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Brass
H 31.25 in W 22.5 in D 19.25 in
"Africa" chairs
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Paris, FR
6 chairs
79 x 56 x 46 cm
Brass, Leather, Rosewood
Category
Vintage 1970s Chairs
Materials
Brass
Set of Four 'Africa' Mid-Century Italian Dining Chairs by Scarpa
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in London, GB
A rare set of dining chairs by Afra and Tobia Scarpa (re-upholstery included).
Italy, c1975
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Walnut
Set of Six 'Africa' Mid-Century Italian Dining Chairs by Scarpa
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in London, GB
A rare set of dining chairs by Afra and Tobia Scarpa (re-upholstery included).
Italy, c1975
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Walnut
Rare Vintage Monk Dining Chairs by Afra and Tobia Scarpa, Italian Collectible
By Molteni & C, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Milano, IT
Offered for sale is a rare set of four "Monk" dining chairs, designer by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Canvas, Wood
H 29.53 in W 20.48 in D 18.12 in
"Artona 8551" armchair by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for Maxalto
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Maxalto
Located in Conversano, IT
Stupenda e molto rara poltroncina Artona 8551 disegnata da Afra e Tobia Scarpa e prodotta da
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Club Chairs
Materials
Animal Skin
Artona 8551 Armchair by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for Maxalto - 1980s
By Maxalto, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Renens, CH
The Artona 8551 arm chair by Afra and Tobia Scarpa was produced by Maxalto Italy in the early 1980s
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather
Tobia Scarpa sideboard, 1970s
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Striking sideboard by Tobia Scarpa
The use of the finest woods and craftmenship resulsts in this
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Materials
Burl, Lacquer
Stunning set (8) of Africa chairs by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for MAXALTO Italy
By Maxalto
Located in Buggenhout, Oost-Vlaanderen
This stunning set features eight Artona series "Africa" dining chairs designed by the renowned
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wood
H 30.32 in W 18.9 in D 22.84 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 "Artona" Working Desk for Maxalto, 1975
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Artona" working desk for Maxalto in wood, brass and leather, Italy, 1975.
The
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
'Artona' Chest of Drawers by Afra & Tobia Scarpa, 1970s
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in London, England
& Tobia Scarpa's 'Artona' series, employing the same design elements as in their 'Africa' chairs.
Category
Vintage 1970s European Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Italian Mid-Century White Metal Jucker Table Lamp by Tobia Scarpa for Flos, 1963
By Tobia Scarpa, Flos
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian mid-century white metal Jucker table lamp by Tobia Scarpa for Flos, 1963
Jucker adjustable
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
H 8.27 in Dm 7.09 in
Artona 8551 Sidechair by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for Maxalto - 1980s
By Maxalto, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Renens, CH
, it is part of the iconic Artona collection collection (also known for the Africa Chair).
The Scarpa
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather
MŪ192 Occasional Chair in Oak by MŪVEK
By MŪVEK
Located in Cape Town, Western Cape
Aulenti, Vico Magistretti and Tobia Scarpa, who all explored the concept of the low-slung occasional chair
Category
2010s South African Brutalist Chairs
Materials
Oak
Mario Marenco "Sapporo" Chairs for Mobil Girgi, Cognac Leather, Italy, 1970s
By Mario Marenco
Located in Argelato, BO
are important and comfortable chairs, which in style are very reminiscent of the "Africa" chairs by
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Beech
H 32.09 in W 20.08 in D 20.87 in
Mario Marenco "Sapporo" 6 Chairs for Mobil Girgi, Black Leather, Italy, 1970s
By Mario Marenco
Located in Argelato, BO
are important and comfortable chairs, which in style are very reminiscent of the "Africa" chairs by
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Beech
H 32.09 in W 20.08 in D 20.87 in
Mario Marenco "Sapporo" Chairs for Mobil Girgi, 1970, Set of 8
By Mario Marenco, Mobil Girgi
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
"Africa" chairs by Afra & Tobia Scarpa, the Italian beechwood combined with the reddish-brown leather seat
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Beech
Mario Marenco Walnut Sapporo Dining Chairs for Mobilgirgi, 1970s, Set of 4
By Mario Marenco, Mobil Girgi
Located in Vicenza, IT
Scarpa's iconic "Africa" chairs, the exquisite walnut briar construction is complemented by luxe black
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Walnut
H 32.29 in W 19.69 in D 17.72 in
Mario Marenco Walnut Sapporo Dining Chairs for Mobilgirgi, 1970s, Set of 12
By Mario Marenco, Mobil Girgi
Located in Vicenza, IT
Scarpa's iconic "Africa" chairs, the exquisite walnut briar construction is complemented by luxe black
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Walnut
H 32.29 in W 19.69 in D 17.72 in
Mario Marenco Walnut Sapporo Dining Chairs for Mobilgirgi, 1970s, Set of 10
By Mario Marenco, Mobil Girgi
Located in Vicenza, IT
Scarpa's iconic "Africa" chairs, the exquisite walnut briar construction is complemented by luxe black
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Walnut
H 32.29 in W 19.69 in D 17.72 in
Mario Marenco Walnut Sapporo Dining Chairs for Mobilgirgi, 1970s, Set of 6
By Mobil Girgi, Mario Marenco
Located in Vicenza, IT
Scarpa's iconic "Africa" chairs, the exquisite walnut briar construction is complemented by luxe black
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Walnut
H 32.29 in W 19.69 in D 17.72 in
Mario Marenco Walnut Sapporo Dining Chairs for Mobilgirgi, 1970s, Set of 8
By Mobil Girgi, Mario Marenco
Located in Vicenza, IT
Scarpa's iconic "Africa" chairs, the exquisite walnut briar construction is complemented by luxe black
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Walnut
H 32.29 in W 19.69 in D 17.72 in
Mario Marenco "Sapporo" 8 Chairs for Mobil Girgi, Cognac Leather, Italy, 1970s
By Mario Marenco
Located in Argelato, BO
" chairs by Afra and Tobia Scarpa.
Mario Marenco used to work in collaboration with some of the best
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Beech
H 32.09 in W 20.08 in D 20.87 in
Mario Marenco Walnut Sapporo Dining Chairs for Mobilgirgi, 1970s, Set of 4
By Mobil Girgi, Mario Marenco
Located in Vicenza, IT
two vertical slats for unique visual appeal. Influenced by Italian designers Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Walnut
H 32.29 in W 19.69 in D 17.72 in
Set of 4 Wood + Black Leather Dining Chairs Attributed to Pierre Cardin
By Pierre Cardin
Located in Chicago, IL
upholstery. Drawing inspiration from the "Africa" chair by Afra & Tobia Scarpa, the silhouettes are
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Mario Marenco "Sapporo" Chairs for Mobil Girgi, 1970, Set of 6
By Mario Marenco, Mobil Girgi
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
by Afra & Tobia Scarpa, the Italian beechwood combined with the black leather seat gives the chair a
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Beech
Mario Marenco "Sapporo" Chairs for Mobil Girgi, 1970, Set of 4
By Mario Marenco, Mobil Girgi
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
by Afra & Tobia Scarpa, the Italian beechwood combined with the Cognac leather seat gives the chair a
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Beech
Mario Marenco “Sapporo” Dining Chairs for Mobil Girgi, 1970, set of 2
By Mobil Girgi, Mario Marenco
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
leather. With style close to the iconic “Africa” chairs by Afra & Tobia Scarpa, the beechwood combined
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Beech
Mario Marenco "Sapporo" Chairs for Mobil Girgi, 1970, Set of 4
By Mobil Girgi, Mario Marenco
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
"Africa" chairs by Afra & Tobia Scarpa, the Italian beechwood combined with the reddish-brown leather seat
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Beech
Mario Marenco "Sapporo" Chairs for Mobil Girgi, 1970, Set of 2
By Mobil Girgi, Mario Marenco
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
"Africa" chairs by Afra & Tobia Scarpa, the Italian beechwood combined with the reddish-brown leather seat
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Beech
Mario Marenco "Sapporo" Chairs for Mobil Girgi, 1970, Set of 6
By Mario Marenco, Mobil Girgi
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
"Africa" chairs by Afra & Tobia Scarpa, the Italian beechwood combined with the reddish-brown leather seat
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Beech
Mario Marenco "Sapporo" Chairs for Mobil Girgi, 1970, Set of 6
By Mario Marenco, Mobil Girgi
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
by Afra & Tobia Scarpa, the Italian beechwood combined with the Cognac leather seat gives the chair a
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Beech
Mario Marenco "Sapporo" Chairs for Mobil Girgi, 1970, Set of 8
By Mobil Girgi, Mario Marenco
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
by Afra & Tobia Scarpa, the Italian beechwood combined with the Cognac leather seat gives the chair a
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Beech
Mario Marenco "Sapporo" Chairs for Mobil Girgi, 1970, Set of 10
By Mario Marenco, Mobil Girgi
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
by Afra & Tobia Scarpa, the Italian beechwood combined with the Cognac leather seat gives the chair a
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Beech
Mario Marenco "Sapporo" Chairs for Mobil Girgi, 1970, Set of 10
By Mobil Girgi, Mario Marenco
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
by Afra & Tobia Scarpa, the Italian beechwood combined with the black leather seat gives the chair a
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Beech
Mario Marenco "Sapporo" Chairs for Mobil Girgi, 1970, Set of 12
By Mario Marenco, Mobil Girgi
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
by Afra & Tobia Scarpa, the Italian beechwood combined with the Cognac leather seat gives the chair a
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Beech
Mario Marenco "Sapporo" Chairs for Mobil Girgi, 1970, Set of 12
By Mario Marenco, Mobil Girgi
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
by Afra & Tobia Scarpa, the Italian beechwood combined with the black leather seat gives the chair a
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Beech
Mario Marenco for Mobil Girgi Set of Ten 'Sapporo' Dining Chairs, circa 1970
By Mobil Girgi, Mario Marenco
Located in New York, NY
Scarpa's iconic 'Africa' chairs, by which Marenco was surely influenced.
Newly restored and refinished
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Walnut
H 32 in W 19.5 in D 18.5 in
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