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Afra & Tobia Scarpa Seating

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.

Find vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa lounge chairs, dining chairs, floor lamps and other furniture today on 1stDibs.

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Creator: Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Libertà" Dining Chairs for Meritalia, 1989, Set of 2
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Meritalia
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Libertà" dining chairs for Meritalia, aluminium, Italy, 1989, set of two. 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 Seating

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Aluminum

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. This high...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Seating

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Leather

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 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 Seating

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Chrome

Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Gavina 'Bastiano' Lounge Chair in Leather
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Gavina
Located in Barcelona, ES
Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Gavina 'Bastiano' lounge chair, leather, wood, Italy, 1960 ___________________________________________________________ Beautiful architectural Tobia Scarpa Ba...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Seating

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Leather, Wood

Africa Chairs (8) By Afra And Tobia Scarpa Maxalto Walnut, Black Leather, Italy
By Maxalto, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Vienna, AT
Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Africa" dining chairs for Maxalto, black leather, walnut, brass, Italy, circa 1975-1980, set of eight. Very good original condition. This set of 8 matching chai...
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1970s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Seating

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Brass

Rare Coronado Armchairs in Tobacco Leather by T.Scarpa for B&B, Italy 1974.
By B&B Italia, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Milano, IT
Coronado armchair in tobacco-colored leather by Tobia Scarpa for B&B Italia 1974, rare with original label and certificate of authenticity. It is fully original and well-preserved. ...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Seating

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Leather

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 Seating

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Wood

Set of 4 Pigreco Chairs by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Gavina, Italy 1960s
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Gavina
Located in Roma, IT
Fabulous set of four "Pigreco" chairs. These iconic chairs were designed by Afra and Tobia Scarpa and produced by Gavina in Italy in the 1960s. This stylish chairs feature a stunnin...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Afra & Tobia Scarpa Seating

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Faux Leather, Wood

Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Goppion 'Bisante S1' Chair in Black Leather and Steel
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Goppion, 'Bisante S1' chair, leather, steel, Italy, 1980s The Bisante S1 chair, designed by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Goppion, made in Italy in the 1980s. This...
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1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Seating

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Steel

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. Although technically designed in the 1960s, the "Soriana" model by the Italian duo Tobi...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Seating

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Chrome

Divano Due Posti Soriana di Tobia Scarpa per Cassina - Italia - 1970s
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Milano, IT
Stiamo proponendo un divano vintage Soriana, progettato dall'iconico duo di designer Afra e Tobia Scarpa e prodotto da Cassina negli anni '70. Questo sofà è un perfetto esempio di de...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Seating

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Steel

Afra and Tobia Scarpa 'Africa' Dining Chairs- four available
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in London, GB
Designed by Afra and Tobia Scarpa in 1975, these 'Africa' dining chairs is a masterpiece of Italian modernist design. The chairs feature a sculptural walnut frame with bold, angular...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Seating

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Leather, Walnut

Mid Century Modern Wood Dining Chairs, Afra and Tobia Scarpa for Molteni, Italy
By Molteni & C, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Ceglie Messapica, IT
Mid Century Modern Wood Dining Chairs, Afra and Tobia Scarpa for Molteni, Italy Manufactured by Molteni in Italy in the 1970's, this fine design set of six chairs embodies the perf...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Seating

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Cherry, Walnut, Bentwood

Afra and Tobia Scarpa for Molenti Set of Four Fabric 'Monk' chairs
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Molteni & C
Located in London, GB
Designed by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for Molteni in the 1970s, this set of four 'Monk' chairs is a timeless example of Italian modernist design. The chairs feature a solid oak frame wit...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Seating

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Fabric, Oak

Afra & Tobia Scarpa Group of 4 Chairs "Africa," Italy 1970s
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Naples, IT
Original vintage Africa chairs by Afra & Tobia Scarpa. First designed in 1975, these chairs were produced in 1985. Solid walnut frames with ebony inlays and brass details, original b...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Seating

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Brass

Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Africa" Chairs for Maxalto, Dark Brown, 1975, Set of 2
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, set of two. Originally hand finished and assembled one-by-one, "Afr...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Seating

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Brass

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. Although technically designed in the 1960s, the "Soriana" model by the Italian duo Tobi...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Seating

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Chrome

Tobia Scarpa White Lacquered Sofa 3 Seats Model Bastiano for Gavina, Italy 1960s
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Paris, FR
White lacquered sofa 3 seats model Bastiano by Tobia Scarpa for Gavina italy 1960s The lot is in good overall condition with no cracks or mis...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Afra & Tobia Scarpa Seating

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Velvet, Wood, Lacquer

Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Africa" Chairs for Maxalto, Dark Brown, 1975, Set of 2
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, set of two. Originally hand finished and assembled one-by-one, "Afr...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Seating

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Brass

Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Africa" Chairs for Maxalto, Reddish Brown, 1975, Set of 10
By Maxalto, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Africa" dining chairs for Maxalto, reddish brown leather, walnut, burl and brass, Italy, 1975, set of ten. Originally hand finished and assembled one-by-one, "...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Seating

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Brass

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' three-seat sofa was designed by the Italian designer duo, Afra and Tobia Scarpa in...
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1960s Italian Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Seating

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Chrome

Afra and Tobia Scarpa Soriana Leather Ottoman by Cassina
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Miami, FL
An Afra and Tobia Scarpa Soriana Leather ottoman by Cassina.
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1970s Italian Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Seating

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Chrome

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 Original tubular structure and fabric covers. Original design winner of the Compas...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Seating

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Metal

Leather 3-seater sofa Coronado by Tobia Scarpa for B&B Italia, Italy ca. 1960
By B&B Italia, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Meulebeke, BE
Italy / 1960 / 3-seater sofa / Coronado / Tobia Scarpa / B&B Italia / leather / mid-century / vintage / Italian design This extremely comfortable Coronado three-seater sofa was des...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Seating

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Leather

Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Africa" Dining Chairs for Maxalto, Reddish Brown, 1975
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Maxalto
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Africa" dining chairs for Maxalto, reddish brown leather, walnut, burl and brass, Italy, 1975 Originally hand finished and assembled one-by-one, "Africa" presen...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Seating

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Brass

Carlo Scarpa for Bernini Set of Six Dining Chairs in Walnut and Leather
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Bernini
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 Seating

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Leather, Walnut

Bastiano Sofa by Tobia Scarpa for Gavina in Gray Suede and Black Wood, 1960s
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Gavina
Located in Antwerp, Antwerp
This Bastiano sofa, designed by Tobia Scarpa for Gavina in the 1960s, exemplifies a refined balance between modernist design and comfort. The frame is crafted from black-lacquered wo...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Seating

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Suede, Wood

Soriana Chair 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 Seating

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Steel

Soriana Chaiselongue by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Cassina
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Cassina
Located in Wien, AT
The Soriana was designed to embody both beauty and comfort by using a generous bundle of fabric, elegantly held together by a chrome steel clamp. As the first piece in the Soriana se...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Seating

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Metal

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 technically designed in the 1960s,...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Seating

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Chrome

Afra & Tobia Scarpa “Bastiano” Sofa for Gavina, 1962
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Gavina
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Afra & Tobia Scarpa “Bastiano” sofa for Gavina, brown leather, Italy, 1962 The "Bastiano" sofa by Afra & Tobia Scarpa, designed for Knoll ...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Seating

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Leather, Wood

Afra & Tobia Scarpa for B&B Italia 'Coronado' Lounge Chair in Cognac Leather
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Afra & Tobia Scarpa for B&B Italia, 'Coronado' lounge chair, cognac leather, Italy, 1966 The 'Coronado' lounge chair is designed by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for B&B talia. The seat has a...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Seating

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Leather

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 Seating

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Fabric, Walnut

Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Africa" Chairs for Maxalto, Reddish Brown, 1975, Set of 2
By Maxalto, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Africa" dining chairs for Maxalto, reddish brown leather, walnut, burl and brass, Italy, 1975, set of two Originally hand finished and assembled one-by-one, "Af...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Seating

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Brass

Dining chairs "Africa" 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 cm. Stamped. Wear due to time and age of the chairs. FOR SHIPPING, REQUEST US FOR R...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Seating

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Leather, Wood

Soriana Lounge Chair in Grey Leather by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Cassina, Signed
By Atelier International, Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Cassina
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian designed 'Soriana' lounge chair designed by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Cassina and distributed in the United States under license in the 1960s and 1970s by Atelier International...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Seating

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Chrome

Soriana Chaise Lounge Chair by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for Cassina, 1970s
By Cassina, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in amstelveen, NL
Rare Soriana chaise longue/lounger by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Cassina, Italy, 1970, The original light cognac leather and foam are in very good condition and shows it’s characteristi...
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1970s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Seating

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Leather

Afra & Tobia Scarpa new Soriana Sofa or Lounge Chair or Chaise Longue by Cassina
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Cassina
Located in Berlin, DE
The price is dependent on the chosen size, material and color. Available as a lounge chair, two-seater, three-seater. a chaise longue or a stool. Lounge chair = 95 x 105cm, two-sea...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Afra & Tobia Scarpa Seating

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Metal

Set of Four "Africa" Chairs by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Maxalto, Italy 1975
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Maxalto
Located in Utrecht, NL
The 1960s and 1970s saw Italian interior design become world renowned and revered. This set of four “Africa” chairs were born from the creative genius of design-duo Afra and Tobia Sc...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Seating

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Leather, Walnut

Soriana armchairs designed by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for Cassina 1969
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Arezzo, Italy
Set of 2 Soriana armchairs designed by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for Cassina 1969, Polyuretane structure, original mohair velvet fabric, steel, excellent condition. A true icon of sty...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Seating

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Metal

Monk by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Molteni
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Wien, AT
The Monk Chair, designed by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for Molteni in 1969, is an exceptional example of Italian design. This iconic piece of furniture represents the perfect combination ...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Seating

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Leather, Wood

Afra And Tobia Scarpa Soriana Armchair For Cassina
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Afra And Tobia Scarpa Soriana Armchair For Cassina A design armchair with soft, generous contours, designed to bring home casual, sophisticated comfort that opens the door to new, f...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Afra & Tobia Scarpa Seating

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Wood

Giulio Corner Black Leather Sofa by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Meritalia, Italy 80s
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Meritalia
Located in Zagreb, HR
Giulio sofa was designed by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for Meritalia in 1987. This corner shaped sofa version of the model Giulio is ...
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1980s Italian Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Seating

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Metal

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 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 Seating

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Steel

20th Century Italian Stildomus Maple Torcello Armchairs by Afra & Tobia Scarpa
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Stildomus
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A vintage Mid-Century modern set of four Italian Torcello armchairs made of hand crafted polished, partly veneered Maplewood, designed by Afra & Tobia Scarpa and produced by Stildomus in good condition. The sculptural dining room chairs are covered in brown leather, supported by two wide, long wooden legs. Minor fading, scratches on the original leather, due to age. Wear consistent with age and use. Circa 1950 - 1960, Italy. Seat: 16.75" H x 17.25" W x 15.5" D Tobia Scarpa is an Italian architect and designer born in 1935, in Venice, Italy. In 1957, Scarpa graduated from the Iuav University of Venice, where he studied architecture. After his studies, he started working with the Italian architect Afra Scarpa, both of them are award winning postmodern Italian architects and designers. Over the years, Scarpa has designed for many Italian and international firms, such as B&B Italia, Flos, etc. His pieces can be found in museums across the United States and Europe. Afra Bianchin was an Italian architect and designer born in 1937, in Montebelluna, Italy and passed away in 2011. Stildomus is an Italian furniture manufacturer founded in 1956, in Pomezia, Italy by the Italian designer and entrepreneur Aldo...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Afra & Tobia Scarpa Seating

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Leather, Maple

Afra & Tobia Scarpa, 'Monk' Chairs, Molteni, Italy, 1974
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in New York, NY
A set of 2 Monk chairs designed by the formidable husband-and-wife duo Tobia and Afra Scarpa, renowned for their work that harmonizes materials, technology, and aesthetics. The chair...
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1970s Italian Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Seating

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Leather, Wood

Soriana Chaise Lounge Chair by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for Cassina, 1970s
By Cassina, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in amstelveen, NL
Rare Soriana chaise longue/lounger by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Cassina, Italy, 1970, The original light cognac leather and foam are in very good condition and shows it’s characteristi...
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1970s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Seating

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Leather

Afra & Tobia Scarpa 'Soriana' Sofa in Patinated Brown Leather
By Cassina, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Cassina, 'Soriana' sofa, patinated brown leather, metal, Italy, 1969 Iconic sofa by Italian designer couple Afra & Tobia Scarpa. The Soriana proposes a model...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Seating

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Metal

Afra & Tobia Scarpa “Soriana” Lounge Set for Cassina, Burgundy, 1969, Set of 3
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Cassina
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Afra & Tobia Scarpa “Soriana” Lounge Set for Cassina, Italy, Burgundy Velvet, 1969, Set of three. 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 Seating

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Chrome

set of 4 chairs "Africa" by Afra and Tobia scarpa for Maxalto - 80s
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Maxalto
Located in Milano, MI
Stunning set of 4 chairs africa model, from the Artona collection, designed in 1975 by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for Maxalto (B&B Italia). The chairs have a sculptural frame of solid li...
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Afra & Tobia Scarpa Seating

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Leather, Wood

Mid century Vintage bastiano sofa loveseat by Afra & Tobia Scarpa by Gavina
By Gavina, Knoll, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Mid century Vintage "bastiano" sofa loveseat with a rosewood frame and newly reupholstered tan leather from the Original cushions. All straps are original and functional the frame ha...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Seating

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Leather, Rosewood

Afra And Tobia Scarpa Roy Rogers Denim Soriana Armchair by Cassina
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Afra And Tobia Scarpa Roy Rogers Denim Soriana Armchair Manufactured by Cassina DENIM REFINEMENT BY DESIGN The iconic contours of Soriana, the armchair by Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Com...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Afra & Tobia Scarpa Seating

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Metal

Soriana Chairs 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 Seating

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Steel

Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Molteni Set of Four 'Monk' Dining Chairs in Leather
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Molteni & C
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Molteni, set of four 'Monk' dining chairs, walnut, patinated leather, Italy, 1974. Set of 'Monk' chairs by Italian designers Afra & Tobia Scarpa. The cognac ...
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1970s Italian Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Seating

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Leather, Walnut

Erasmo sofa in brown Leather by Afra and Tobia Scarpa, B&B Italia, 1970s
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, B&B Italia
Located in Milano, IT
Erasmo sofa in brown Leather by Afra and Tobia Scarpa, B&B Italia, 1970s Erasmo sofa covered in brown Leather. The sofa consists of two modules with armrests, which follow geometric...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Seating

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Leather

Afra & Tobia Scarpa per Cassina Model 121 Leather Walnut Dinning Chairs, 1967
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Cassina
Located in Rome, IT
Exciting Italian style for this group of six chairs designed by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for Cassina. Linear and clean design, but at the same time amazing for the combination of materi...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Seating

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Leather, Walnut

Scarpa Chair 925 in Mocca Stained Ash Frame by Afra and Tobias Scarpa
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Scarper Chair 925 by Afra and Tobias Scarpa 1965 The iconic 925 Scarpa Lounge Chair is a strikingly elegant lounge chair. Easily recognized by its firm and robust wooden frame and t...
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2010s Danish Mid-Century Modern Afra & Tobia Scarpa Seating

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Leather, Ash

Soriana lounge chair by Tobia & Afra Scarpa for Cassina
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Sas van Gent, NL
The Soriana Sofa was first designed by Afra and Tobia Scarpa in 1969. In 1970 the Soriana was awarded a Compasso d’Oro prize solidifying its standing as a style icon. Defined by its...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Afra & Tobia Scarpa Seating

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Chrome

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 Seating

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Leather, Ash

Sculptural Mid Century Bastiano sofa by Afra and Tobia Scarpa, Made in Italy
By Gavina, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Milano, IT
Designed by Afra and Tobia Scarpa in 1962, Bastiano is a sculptural sofa that truly expresses the couple's design philosophy. Their signature elements - geometric wood frame, soft ne...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Seating

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Leather, Wood

Soriana 3 seater sofa by Tobia & Afra Scarpa for Cassina
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Sas van Gent, NL
The Soriana Sofa was first designed by Afra and Tobia Scarpa in 1969. In 1970 the Soriana was awarded a Compasso d’Oro prize solidifying its standing as a style icon. Defined by its...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Afra & Tobia Scarpa Seating

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Chrome

Afra and Tobia Scarpa "Soriana" Sofa, Italy, 1969
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
“Soriana” three seat velvet sofa by Afra and Tobia Scarpa from Italy, 1969. The Post-Modern sofa was manufactured by Cassina and features three front metal clamps. The Soriana collec...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Seating

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Metal

Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Monk" Dining Chair for Molteni, Cognac Leather, 1974
By Molteni & C, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Monk" dining chair for Molteni, cognac leather and beech, Italy, 1974. The particular feature of this model is the support structure composed of two equal trest...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Seating

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Leather, Beech

Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Africa" Dining Chairs for Maxalto, Reddish Brown, 1975
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Maxalto
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Africa" dining chairs for Maxalto, reddish brown leather, walnut, burl and brass, Italy, 1975 Originally hand finished and assembled one-by-one, "Africa" presen...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Seating

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Brass

Afra and Tobia Scarpa for Cassina Mid Century Italian Leather Sofa
By Cassina, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Countryside, IL
Afra and Tobia Scarpa for Cassina Mid Century Italian Leather Sofa This sofa measures: 64 wide x 32.5 deep x 27 inches high, with a seat height of 16 and arm height of 24.5 inches ...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Seating

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Leather, Upholstery, Wood

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 Seating

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Metal

Afra & Tobia Scarpa 'Soriana' Chaise Lounge Chair in grey leather
By Cassina, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Berlin, DE
Afra & Tobia Scarpa 'Soriana' Chaise Lounge Chair in grey leather Iconic chaise lounge by Italian designer couple Afra & Tobia Scarpa designed in 1969 and produced by Cassina. The S...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Afra & Tobia Scarpa Seating

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Metal

Afra & Tobia Scarpa 'Soriana' Sofa in Patinated Brown Leather
By Cassina, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Cassina, 'Soriana' sofa, patinated brown leather, metal, Italy, 1969 Iconic sofa by Italian designer couple Afra & Tobia Scarpa. The Soriana proposes a model...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Seating

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Metal

Afra & Tobia Scarpa ‘Benetton’ Stool in Leather and Steel
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Benetton Office, folding stool or ottoman, leather, steel, Italy, 1985. This stool is designed for the office of the clothing brand Benetton by Afra & Tobia ...
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1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Seating

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Steel

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. This high...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Seating

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Leather

Afra & Tobia Scarpa "925" Easy Chair for Cassina, 1966
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Cassina
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Afra & Tobia Scarpa "925" easy chairs for Cassina, plywood and hazelnut leather, Italy, 1966. In 1966 Afra & Tobia Scarpa designed the "925" chair, realized in walnut and leather. T...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Seating

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Leather, Plywood

Afra & Tobia Scarpa 'Monk' Set of Six Dining Chairs for Molteni, 1974
By Molteni & C, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in New York, NY
Afra and Tobia Scarpa Set of Six 'Monk' Chairs for Molteni, Italy, circa 1974 A highly simplified, sophisticated and solid design by Italian award-winning designer couple Afra & To...
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1970s Italian Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Seating

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Leather, Walnut

Vintage 1970s fabric sofa mod. Coronado design Afra & Tobia Scarpa
By B&B Italia, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in None, IT
Three-seater sofa 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 Seating

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Metal

Afra & Tobia Scarpa seating for sale on 1stDibs.

Afra & Tobia Scarpa seating are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of animal skin and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Afra & Tobia Scarpa seating, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. We have 418 vintage editions of these items in-stock, while there is 1 modern edition to choose from as well. Many of the original seating 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 seating by Mario Bellini, Vico Magistretti, and B&B Italia. Prices for Afra & Tobia Scarpa seating can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $605 and can go as high as $108,801, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $11,467.
Questions About Afra & Tobia Scarpa Seating
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 6, 2024
    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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