Afra & Tobia Scarpa Furniture
Italian
Widely recognized as superstars of postmodern Italian design, husband-and-wife team Afra and Tobia Scarpa (1937–2011; b. 1935) collaboratively created chairs, sofas and other furniture that work equally well in both traditional and cutting-edge environments.
Ranging from architecture and interior design to furniture and clothing, the Scarpas’ practice from its beginnings in the mid-1950s to the 21st century has included a diverse scope of projects combining new technology with thoughtful function and sculptural yet simple forms.
Afra Bianchin and Tobia Scarpa met as architecture students at the Università Iuav di Venezia. In a class led by architect and furniture designer Franco Albini, they created their first collaborative piece, the Pigreco armchair, later produced with Gavina. After graduating in 1957, Tobia worked for Murano glass company Venini & Co. before the couple opened a studio in Afra’s hometown, Montebelluna, in 1960. (Tobia, the son of famed glass artist and architect Carlo Scarpa, was born in Venice.)
For Afra and Tobia, a close collaborative process was pivotal to the success of their designs. The duo was also prolific — they designed for the most influential European manufacturers, including B&B Italia, Cassina, Knoll and FLOS. With respect to the latter, Afra and Tobia were among the legendary Italian lighting maker’s earliest collaborators, and their pioneering designs for the brand included the Papillon lamp, one of the first fixtures to use halogen technology. Their most recognized designs include the Bastiano sofa (1962), the Vanessa bed (1959), the Coronado sofa (1966) and the Soriana seating collection (1970). Work on the Soriana sofa began in late 1969 for an early 1970 debut, and it feels as radical today as it did in its heyday.
Architecture was also a central part of Afra and Tobia’s practice, which spanned residential buildings and factories for Italian companies such as Benetton. Their commissions for the global fashion brand included numerous industrial projects, from textile plants to storefronts. By 1985, Afra and Tobia Scarpa’s work was celebrated in a 30-year retrospective at Center Four in Queens, New York. Looking around the 30,000-square-foot exhibition space, Afra joked to the New York Times, “Seeing all those things makes us feel very tired, and now we feel that maybe we worked too much.”
It was not too much for their legacy, as Afra and Tobia Scarpa’s work continues to inspire new generations. Scarpa designs are in collections at the Louvre, the Museum of Modern Art and the Victoria and Albert Museum. The couple was awarded the Compasso d’Oro in 1970 for the Soriana armchair.
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Creator: Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Carlo Scarpa for Bernini Set of Six Dining Chairs in Walnut and Leather
By Bernini, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Carlo Scarpa for Bernini, set of six dining chairs model '765', walnut, black leather, designed in 1934, production in 1970s
These well-proportioned chairs were designed by Carlo Sc...
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1930s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Furniture
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Leather, Walnut
Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Monk" Chairs for Molteni, Cognac Leather, 1974, Set of 4
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Molteni & C
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Monk" dining chairs for Molteni, cognac leather and beech, Italy, 1974, set of four.
The particular feature of this model is the support structure composed of t...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Furniture
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Leather, Beech
Afra & Tobia Scarpa “Soriana” Living Room Set for Cassina, Ivory Bouclé, 1969
By Cassina, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Afra & Tobia Scarpa “Soriana” living room set for Cassina, sofa and two lounge chairs, ivory bouclé and chromed steel, Italy, 1969, set of three.
Although technically designed in the 1960s, the "Soriana" model by the Italian duo Tobia and Afra Scarpa is firmly associated with the next decade, when its popularity peaked. "Soriana" is low and invites you to sink into its curves. The most notable feature of those lounge chairs and sofa, however, is the Minimalist structure in chromed steel. This external structure in steel rod keeps the cover taut using buttons...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Furniture
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Chrome
Afra & Tobia Scarpa “Soriana” Lounge Chair for Cassina, Burgundy Velvet, 1969
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Cassina
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Soriana" Lounge Chair for Cassina, Burgundy Velvet, Italy, 1969, Set of one.
Although technically designed in the 1960s, the "Soriana" model by the Italian duo ...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Furniture
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Chrome
Afra e Tobia Scarpa Italian Midcentury Bilobo Glass Pendant Lamps for Flos 1960s
By Flos, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Italian midcentury modern design set of two pendant lamps “Bilobo” model designed by Afra e Tobia Scarpa and produced by Flos from 1960s with diffused light diffuser made of thick Mu...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Furniture
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Metal
Afra & Tobia Scarpa “Soriana” Sofa for Cassina, Burgundy Velvet, 1969
By Cassina, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Soriana" Sofa for Cassina, Burgundy Velvet, Italy, 1969.
Although technically designed in the 1960s, the "Soriana" model by the Italian duo Tobia and Afra Scarp...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Furniture
Materials
Chrome
Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Monk" Chairs for Molteni, Ivory Canvas, 1974, Set of 6
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Molteni & C
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Monk" dining chairs for Molteni, ivory canvas and walnut, Italy, 1974, set of six.
The particular feature of this model is the support structure composed of two...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Furniture
Materials
Canvas, Walnut
"Coronado" Leather Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Tobia Scarpa for B&B. Italy, 1960
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, B&B Italia
Located in Milan, IT
"Coronado" lounge chair with foot rest by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for B&B Italia.
Chair with headrest and stool fully covered with leather.
S...
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1960s Italian Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Furniture
Materials
Leather
Afra & Tobia Scarpa "121" Dining Chairs for Cassina, 1965, Set of 12
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Cassina
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Afra & Tobia Scarpa "121" dining chairs for Cassina, total black, Italy, 1965, set of twelve.
Iconic and charming, the model "121" by Afra & Tobia Scarpa shows once again the Scarpa...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Furniture
Materials
Leather, Walnut, Plywood
"Africa" chairs
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Paris, FR
6 chairs
79 x 56 x 46 cm
Brass, Leather, Rosewood
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1970s Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Furniture
Materials
Brass
Afra & Tobia Scarpa Africa Dining Room Set for Maxalto, 4 Chairs and Table, 1976
By Maxalto, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Vicenza, IT
A dining set composed of four “Africa” dining chairs and an “Artona” table, designed by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for Maxalto in 1975.
Made of walnut, burl...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Furniture
Materials
Brass
Afra & Tobia Scarpa Red Leather 121 Dining Chair for Cassina, 1967, Set of 6
By Cassina, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Vicenza, IT
Set of six Model 121 dining chairs, designed by Afra and Tobia Scarpa and produced by the Italian manufacturer Cassina in 1967.
They feature English red leather upholstery and a walnut structure.
Fully restored in Italy.
Afra and Tobia Scarpa designed the 121 chair in 1965.
A sketch from 1943 made by Carlo Scarpa (Tobia’s father) inspired its shape. Two thin plywood “petals” compose the seat and the backrest. They are available with leather upholstery or aniline-dyed.
The back has cut in the lower part, required due to a reinforcement that reacts to torsion stress, which is strongest at this point. Furthermore, the basis is a solid wood double trestle. Eight screws link...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Furniture
Materials
Leather, Walnut
Afra & Tobia Scarpa Black Lacquered Monk Dining Chair for Molteni, Set of 10
By Molteni & C, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Vicenza, IT
Set of ten “Monk” dining chairs designed by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for Molteni in 1973.
Made of black leather and black lacquered beech wood.
Fully restored in Italy.
Interesting is ...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Furniture
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Leather, Beech
Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Dialogo" Chairs for B&B Italia, 1973, set of 8
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, B&B Italia
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Afra & Tobia Scarpa “Dialogo” dining chairs for B&B Italia, cognac leather and walnut, Italy, 1973, set of eight.
The “Dialogo” chair is a return to the formal solution of the “121”...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Furniture
Materials
Leather, Walnut
Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Africa" Chair for Maxalto, Dark Brown Leather, 1975
By Maxalto, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Africa" dining chairs for Maxalto, dark brown leather, walnut, burl and brass, Italy, 1975.
Originally hand finished and assembled one-by-one, "Africa" present...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Furniture
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Brass
Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Africa" Dining Chair for Maxalto, 1975
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Maxalto
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Africa" dining chairs for Maxalto, black leather, walnut, burl and brass, Italy, 1975.
Originally hand finished and assembled one-by-one, "Africa" presents a s...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Furniture
Materials
Brass
Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Libertà" Dining Chairs for Meritalia, 1989, Set of 6
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Meritalia
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Libertà" dining chairs for Meritalia, aluminium, Italy, 1989, set of six.
Manufactured by Meritalia in 1989, the "Libertà" chair features a minimalistic and fun...
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1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Furniture
Materials
Aluminum
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...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Furniture
Materials
Leather, Foam, Plywood
Afra & Tobia Scarpa 'Soriana' Pair of Chairs for Cassina, Italy, 1969
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Cassina
Located in New York, NY
Afra & Tobia Scarpa 'Soriana' Pair of Chairs for Cassina, Italy, 1969
The 'Soriana' line was designed by the Italian designer duo, Afra and Tobia Scarpa in 1969. This 'Soriana' chai...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Furniture
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Chrome
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 model as its first piece. In 1970, it earned the prestigious Compasso d’Oro award, ...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Furniture
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Chrome
Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Monk" Dining Chair for Molteni, Black Canvas, 1974
By Molteni & C, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Monk" dining chair for Molteni, black canvas and walnut, Italy, 1974.
The particular feature of this model is the support structure composed of two equal trestl...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Furniture
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Canvas, Walnut
Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Monk" Chairs for Molteni, Black Leather, 1974, Set of 8
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Molteni & C
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Monk" dining chairs for Molteni, black leather and dark beech, Italy, 1974, set of eight.
The particular feature of this model is the support structure composed...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Furniture
Materials
Leather, Beech
Pair of 1970s fabric armchairs mod. Coronado design Afra & Tobia Scarpa
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, B&B Italia
Located in None, IT
Pair of armchairs with metal frame and brown fabric upholstery. Coronado model, design Afra and Tobia Scarpa for B&B, 1970s.
CONDITION:
In good condition, may show signs of wear giv...
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1970s Italian Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Furniture
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Metal
Afra and Tobia Scarpa Soriana Lounge Chair and Ottoman
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Afra and Tobia Scarpa Soriana lounge chair and ottoman in great condition. Decal manufacturer's and distributor's labels to underside of ...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Afra & Tobia Scarpa Furniture
Materials
Chrome
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. Erasmo covered in white fabric tending to beige. The sofa is composed of eight modu...
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1970s Italian Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Furniture
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Fabric, Plastic
Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Dialogo" Dining Chairs for B&B Italia, 1973, set of 2
By B&B Italia, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Dialogo" dining chairs with armrests for B&B Italia, black leather, Italy, 1973, set of two.
The “Dialogo” chair is a return to the formal solution of the “121”...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Furniture
Materials
Leather, Walnut
Nickel-Plated Nictea Pendant by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for Flos, 1960s
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Flos
Located in Rotterdam, NL
Nickel-plated Nictea pendant designed by Tobia and Afra Scarpa for Italian Lighting manufacturer Flos in 1963.
In a Flos catalogue from the 1970s we found this description: "Penda...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Furniture
Materials
Nickel
Basilan 1 dining set by Afra &Tobia Scarpa for B&B Italia, 1974
By B&B Italia, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Athens, Attiki
The iconic Basilan 1 dining set designed by Afra &Tobia Scarpa in 1974 for B&B Italia - under the division of Compagnia dells Filippine.
Afra &Tobia Scarpa initiated the design proje...
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1970s Italian Organic Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Furniture
Materials
Bamboo
"Bastiano" Seating Set by Tobia Scarpa For Gavina, Wood and Leather, Italy, 1960
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Brussels, BE
"Bastiano" Seating Set by Tobia Scarpa For Gavina, Wood and Leather, Italy, 1960s
Dimensions D: 76 cm (29.92") H: 68,5 cm W: 211,5 - 90 cm
Seat Height 34
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Furniture
Materials
Leather, Wood
Soriana Sofa, by Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Cassina, Italy, 1970s
By Cassina, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Argelato, BO
Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Soriana Sofas, Cassina, Italy, 1970s.
Afra (1937-2011) & Tobia (1935-) Scarpa both studied at the Venice Institute of Architecture. Their pieces are exhibited i...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Furniture
Materials
Steel
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 of the icons of Italian design, a perfect piece of furniture to be used as dining ch...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Furniture
Materials
Leather, Wood
Italian Midcentury "Mou" Dining Table by Afra and Tobia Scarpa, 1970
By Molteni & C, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Traversetolo, IT
The Mou table, designed by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for Molteni, is an elegant and versatile creation of Italian design. Crafted with a precious solid rosewood ...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Furniture
Materials
Teak
Erasmo black leather sofa by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for B&B Italia, 1960s
By B&B Italia, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Milano, IT
Erasmo leather sofa by Tobia Scarpa for B&B Italia, 1960s
Modular sofa model Erasmo, consisting of two armchairs. Upholstered in black leather, signs of time are highlighted in the p...
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1960s Italian Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Furniture
Materials
Metal
Pair of Carlotta Lounge Chairs by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for Cassina
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Cassina
Located in Madrid, ES
Pair of Carlotta easy chairs designed by Afra and Tobia for Cassina, circa 1967. The chairs have a simple rectangular black lacquered wooden frame that has been restored. Woven elastic cord supports the movable back...
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Afra & Tobia Scarpa Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Cord, Wood
Afra & Tobia Scarpa "121" Dining Chairs for Cassina, 1965, Set of 4
By Cassina, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Afra & Tobia Scarpa "121" dining chairs for Cassina, total black, Italy, 1965, set of four.
Iconic and charming, the model "121" by Afra & Tobia Scarpa shows once again the Scarpa's...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Furniture
Materials
Leather, Walnut, Plywood
Afra & Tobia Scarpa Leather Bed Model Morna for Molteni, Italy, 1972
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Brussels, BE
Afra & Tobia Scarpa Leather Bed Model Morna for Molteni, Italy, 1972
Tobia Scarpa was born in Venice in 1935, where he graduated in architecture. With his wife Afra Bianchin (1937-2...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Furniture
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Leather
Scarpa 121 Chair in Wood and Leather by Afra & Tobia Scarpa, 1965
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Scarpa 121 by Afra & Tobia Scarpa, 1965
The iconic 121 Scarpa dining chair is a straightforward dining chair with a design that can complement both classical and cutting-edge interio...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Afra & Tobia Scarpa Furniture
Materials
Leather, Ash
1970 "Bergere" Brown Leather Armchair & Ottoman Afra Tobia Scarpa for Max Alto
By Maxalto, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Brescia, IT
Rare Berger leather armchair with ottoman
Artona collection for Maxalto, 1975
Walnut and leather.
Leather has a beautiful patina.
Measures: Armchair H 85 x W 80 x D 78 cm
Otto...
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1960s Italian Bauhaus Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Furniture
Materials
Wood, Leather
Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Monk" Chairs for Molteni, Cognac Leather, 1974, Set of 4
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Molteni & C
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Monk" dining chairs for Molteni, cognac leather and beech, Italy, 1974, set of four.
The particular feature of this model is the support structure composed of t...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Furniture
Materials
Leather, Beech
Set Of 6 Monk Dining Chairs By Afra And Tobia Scarpa For Molteni Italy 1974
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Molteni & C
Located in ABCOUDE, UT
Fantastic set of 6 ‘Monk’ chairs in cognac leather, designed by the renowned duo Afra and Tobia Scarpa for Molteni in Italy, 1974.
These iconic vintage dining chairs feature a solid...
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1970s Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Furniture
Materials
Leather, Walnut
Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Monk" Chairs for Molteni, Ivory Canvas, 1974, Set of 10
By Molteni & C, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Monk" chairs for Molteni, ivory canvas and walnut, Italy, 1974, set of ten.
The particular feature of this model is the support structure composed of two equal ...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Furniture
Materials
Canvas, Walnut
mAXALTO oval dining table by Afra and Tobia Scarpa Artona series
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Maxalto
Located in Milano, MI
Fantastic oval-shaped dining table in burl, walnut, and brass by Afra & Tobia Scarpa.
This table designed by the famous designers Afra and Tobia Scarpa was produced by Maxalto.
Maxa...
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Afra & Tobia Scarpa Furniture
Materials
Brass
Afra & Tobia Scarpa “Soriana” Sofa for Cassina, Original Brown Leather, 1969
By Cassina, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Afra & Tobia Scarpa “Soriana” Sofa for Cassina, Original Brown Leather and Chromed Steel, Italy, 1969.
Although technically designed in the 1960s, the "Soriana" model by the Italian...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Furniture
Materials
Chrome
Mod. 771 Coffee Table by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for Cassina, Italy 1965
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Cassina
Located in Roma, IT
Amazing midcentury wood squared coffee table. This fantastic piece was designed by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for a Cassina production in...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Furniture
Materials
Wood
Afra & Tobia Scarpa "121" Dining Chairs for Cassina, 1965, Set of 6
By Cassina, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Afra & Tobia Scarpa "121" dining chairs for Cassina, black leather, Italy, 1965, set of six.
Iconic and charming, the model "121" by Afra & Tobia Scarpa shows once again the Scarpa'...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Furniture
Materials
Leather, Walnut, Plywood
Afra & Tobia Scarpa Model '121' Set of Four Dining Chairs for Cassina, 1965
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Cassina
Located in New York, NY
A rare set of 4 model '121' dining chairs, the model "121" manufactured by Cassina displays Afra and Tobia Scarpa's typical double trestle structure with a characteristic rounded joi...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Furniture
Materials
Leather, Walnut
Afra & Tobia Scarpa "121" Dining Chairs for Cassina, 1965, Set of 8
By Cassina, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Afra & Tobia Scarpa "121" dining chairs for Cassina, red leather, Italy, 1965, set of eight.
Iconic and charming, the model "121" by Afra & Tobia Scarpa shows once again the Scarpa's typical double trestle structure with the characteristic rounded joint. The straightforward and minimal design is like a cubical volume; the supports, on the other hand, are slender, anatomically shaped surfaces. The seat and back are shaped in plywood and attached by bolts to crosspieces along the center that offer extreme comfort. The back has a cut in the lower part, required due to the presence of a reinforcement that reacts to torsion stress, which is strongest at this point.
We can do custom restoration and special reupholstering. Our atelier guarantees the excellence of Italy through the traditional art of craftsmanship. We do offer a dedicated customization service thanks to our team of expert craftsmen and artisans. Contact Modernab Gallery...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Furniture
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Leather, Walnut, Plywood
Afra & Tobia Scarpa for B&B Pair of 'Dialogo' Dining Chairs
By B&B Italia, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Afra and Tobia Scarpa for B&B Italia, pair of ‘Dialogo’ dining chairs, black lacquered wood, fiberglass, Italy, 1970s
The ‘Dialogo’ dining chair was designed by Afra and Tobia Scar...
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1970s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Furniture
Materials
Fiberglass, Wood
Black Leathe/Rosewood “920 Sofa”, Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Cassina, Italy 1960
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Cassina
Located in Chicago, IL
Black Leather/Rosewood “920 Sofa”, Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Cassina, Italy 1960
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Furniture
Materials
Leather, Wood
Cassina 'Soriana' Cognac Leather Sofa by Afra and Tobia Scarpa, 1970s
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Cassina
Located in Antwerp, BE
Scarpa; Cassina; Tobia Scarpa; Afra Scarpa; Minimalist; Italian Design; Hollywood Regency; Post-modern;
Afra and Tobia Scarpa for Cassina, Soriana, reupholstered in aniline leather....
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1970s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Furniture
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Chrome
Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Maxalto Set of eight 'Africa' Dining Chairs Italy, 1975
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Maxalto
Located in Almelo, NL
Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Maxalto Set of eight 'Africa' Dining Chairs in Walnut, cognac brown Leather and Brass Italy 1975.
These eight 'Africa' dining chairs, designed by Afra & Tobi...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Furniture
Materials
Brass
Soriana Sofa, by Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Cassina, Italy, 1970s
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Argelato, BO
Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Soriana Sofas, Cassina, Italy, 1970s.
Afra (1937-2011) & Tobia (1935-) Scarpa both studied at the Venice Institute of Architecture. Their pieces are exhibited i...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Furniture
Materials
Steel
Soriana armchair and pouf designed by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for Cassina 1969
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Arezzo, Italy
Set of Soriana armchair and footrest designed by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for Cassina 1969,
Polyuretane structure, original mohair velvet fabric, steel, excellent condition.
A true i...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Furniture
Materials
Metal
Afra & Tobia Scarpa 'Artona' Sofa for Maxalto, Italy, 1975, a Pair Available
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Brussels, BE
Afra & Tobia Scarpa 'Artona' sofa for Maxalto, Italy, 1975 - A pair available.
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Furniture
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Wood
Soriana Ottoman by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Cassina, Italy, 1970s
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Cassina
Located in Renens, CH
Soriana pouf or ottoman by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for Cassina. Original 1970s cognac leather. The pouf can be easily moved around since it has castors atta...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Furniture
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Metal
Biagio 282 Table Lamp by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for Flos, Italy 1968
By Flos, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Argelato, BO
One of the most iconic and elegant lamps of Italian design, designed by the great architect and designer Tobia Scarpa and made entirely by carving out a single block of marble.
It g...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Furniture
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Marble
Afra & Tobia Scarpa Set of Eight Plywood Dining Chairs 1970s
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Byron Bay, NSW
Afra & Tobia Scarpa plywood dining chairs, metal and plywood, Italy, 1973, set of eight. Following the typical geometric line of the Scarpa duo, this particular chairs features an er...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Furniture
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Plywood
Afra & Tobia Scarpa "925" Easy Chairs for Cassina, 1966, Set of 2
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Cassina
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Afra & Tobia Scarpa "925" easy chairs for Cassina, plywood and red leather, Italy, 1966, set of two.
In 1966 Afra & Tobia Scarpa designed the "925" chair, realized in walnut and leather. The low chair is inspired by a sketch made in 1943...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Furniture
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Leather, Plywood
Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Soriana" Chairs for Cassina, Brown Leather, 1969, Set of 2
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Cassina
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Soriana" Lounge Chairs for Cassina, Brown Leather, Italy, 1969, Set of two.
Although technically designed in the 1960s, the "Soriana" model by the Italian duo ...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Furniture
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Iron
Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Monk" Chairs for Molteni, Cognac Leather, 1974, Set of 10
By Molteni & C, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Monk" dining chairs for Molteni, cognac leather and beech, Italy, 1974, set of ten.
The particular feature of this model is the support structure composed of tw...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Furniture
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Leather, Beech
Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Africa" Chairs for Maxalto, Black Leather, 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, Italy, 1975, set of six.
Originally hand finished and assembled one-by-one, "Africa" ...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Furniture
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Brass
Afra And Tobia Scarpa Soriana Denim Crafted Armchair For Cassina
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Afra And Tobia Scarpa Soriana Denim Crafted Armchair For Cassina
Jeans from the historic Roy Roger's® archive inspired the armchair upholstery and the s...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Afra & Tobia Scarpa Furniture
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Wood
Afra & Tobia Scarpa "925" Easy Chair for Cassina, 1966
By Cassina, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Afra & Tobia Scarpa "925" easy chair for Cassina, plywood and red leather, Italy, 1966.
In 1966 Afra & Tobia Scarpa designed the "925" chair, realized in walnut and leather. The low chair is inspired by a sketch made in 1943...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Furniture
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Leather, Plywood
Afra & Tobia Scarpa Bastiano Pair of Lounge Chairs, by Gavina, Italy, 1960
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Gavina
Located in New York, NY
A classic and chic pair of club/lounge chairs from the Bastiano series, designed by the iconic Italian designer duo Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Gavina, Italy, circa 1960. The chairs have...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Furniture
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Fabric, Walnut
Soriana Sofa by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Cassina, Italy, 1970s
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Cassina
Located in Antwerp, BE
Three-seater Soriana sofa by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for Cassina, a rare and coveted piece of Italian design from the 1970s. Upholstered in sumptuous black leather, the sofa embodies t...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Furniture
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Leather
Pair of Beech 'Bastiano' Lounge Chairs, Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Italy, 1960
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in London, GB
A pair of black leather and beech 'Bastiano' lounge chairs, designed by Afra and Tobia Scarpa in 1960.
Scarpa designed these chairs as a part of the firm's experimental design studio. Based on Le Corbusier's segmented design concept, Scarpa replaced the cold steel design of Le Corbusier's original with a solid wooden base – resulting in a solid and weighty appearance, married with a beautiful warmth.
We believe these to be early 1970s examples, produced shortly after Knoll acquired Gavina SpA...
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1970s Italian Brutalist Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Furniture
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Leather, Beech
Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Monk" Chairs for Molteni, Red Leather, 1974, Set of 8
By Molteni & C, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Monk" Dining Chairs for Molteni, Red Leather and Beech, Italy, 1974, set of eight.
The particular feature of this model is the support structure composed of two...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Furniture
Materials
Leather, Walnut
Italian Leather Soriana Cream Leather Settee Tobia and Afra Scarpa for Cassina
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Cassina
Located in Chicago, IL
The Soriana was designed in both the settee and the sofa length.
The Soriana was designed for Cassina by Tobia Scarpa won a “Compasso d’Oro” prize in 1969.
With pleated and gathered ...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Furniture
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Chrome
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.
Following the typical geometric line of the Scarpa duo, this particular chair features an er...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Furniture
Materials
Metal
Afra & Tobia Scarpa "121" Dining Chairs for Cassina, 1965, Set of 8
By Cassina, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Afra & Tobia Scarpa "121" dining chairs for Cassina, red leather, Italy, 1965, set of eight.
Iconic and charming, the model "121" by Afra & Tobia Scarpa shows once again the Scarpa's typical double trestle structure with the characteristic rounded joint. The straightforward and minimal design is like a cubical volume; the supports, on the other hand, are slender, anatomically shaped surfaces. The seat and back are shaped in plywood and attached by bolts to crosspieces along the center that offer extreme comfort. The back has a cut in the lower part, required due to the presence of a reinforcement that reacts to torsion stress, which is strongest at this point.
We can do custom restoration and special reupholstering. Our atelier guarantees the excellence of Italy through the traditional art of craftsmanship. We do offer a dedicated customization service thanks to our team of expert craftsmen and artisans. Contact Modernab Gallery...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Furniture
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Leather, Walnut, Plywood
Afra & Tobia Scarpa Black & Red Leather Monk Dining Chair for Molteni, Set of 12
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Molteni & C
Located in Vicenza, IT
Set of twelve “Monk” dining chairs designed by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for Molteni in 1973.
Made of English red and black leather and walnut.
Fully restored in Italy.
Interesting is t...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Furniture
Materials
Leather, Walnut
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, Italy, 1969.
Although technically designed in the 1960s, the "So...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Furniture
Materials
Iron
Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Africa" Chairs for Maxalto, Black Leather, 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, Italy, 1975, set of two.
Originally hand finished and assembled one-by-one, "Africa...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Furniture
Materials
Brass
Afra & Tobia Scarpa furniture for sale on 1stDibs.
Afra & Tobia Scarpa furniture are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of wood and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Afra & Tobia Scarpa furniture, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. We have 599 vintage editions of these items in-stock, while there is 2 modern edition to choose from as well. Many of the original furniture by Afra & Tobia Scarpa were created in the mid-century modern style in europe during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider furniture by Mario Bellini, Gio Ponti, and Vico Magistretti. Prices for Afra & Tobia Scarpa furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $373 and can go as high as $109,295, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $8,728.
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Questions About Afra & Tobia Scarpa Furniture
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 6, 2024Yes, 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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