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.
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Creator: Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Afra and Tobia Scarpa for Cassina 'Soriana' Pair of Lounge Chairs, 1970's
By Cassina, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Antwerp, BE
Scarpa; Afra and Tobia Scarpa; Cassina; Italy; 1970's; Hollywood Regency; Minimalist; Italian Design;
Afra and Tobia Scarpa, reupholstered cognac aniline leather, Cassina, Italy,...
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Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Afra & Tobia Scarpa Seating
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Chrome
Soriana 2 seater sofa by Afra e Tobia Scarpa for Cassina 60s, 70s
By Cassina, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Padova, IT
Soriana is an iconic seat designed in 1969 by Afra and Tobia Scarpa and awarded a Compasso d’Oro at the time. Cassina is pleased to propose from its archives a version that is attent...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Seating
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Metal
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 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
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
Soriana Two Seater by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Cassina, Green Mohair
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Cassina
Located in Antwerp, BE
Scarpa; Afra & Tobia Scarpa; Soriana Sofa; Cassina; 1970s; Italian Design; Italy; Two Seater; Post-Modern; Green; Fabric; Mohair;
This Soriana two-seater ...
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1970s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Seating
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Chrome
$12,551 Sale Price
32% Off
Coronado Sofa in Black Leather by Tobia & Afra Scarpa for B&B Italia
By B&B Italia, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in New York, NY
Coronado two-seater sofa by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for B&B Italia, 1960s. Sofa in original black leather and fabric tag underneath cushions.
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Seating
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Leather
Afra & Tobia Scarpa "121" Chair for Cassina, Black Lacquered, 1965
By Cassina, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Afra & Tobia Scarpa "121" dining chair for Cassina, black lacquered, Italy, 1965.
Iconic and charming, the model "121" by Afra & Tobia Scarpa shows once again the Scarpa's typical d...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Seating
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Walnut, Plywood
Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Dialogo" Dining Chair for B&B Italia, White Leather, 1973
By B&B Italia, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Afra & Tobia Scarpa “Dialogo” dining chair for B&B Italia, white leather and black walnut, Italy, 1973
The “Dialogo” chair is a return to the formal solution of the “121” chair. For...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Seating
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Leather, Walnut
Afra & Tobia Scarpa "121" Chairs for Cassina, Black Lacquered, 1965, Set of 12
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Cassina
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Afra & Tobia Scarpa "121" dining chairs for Cassina, black lacquered, Italy, 1965, set of twelve.
Iconic and charming, the model "121" by Afra & Tobia Scarpa shows once again the Sc...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Seating
Materials
Walnut, Plywood
Afra & Tobia Scarpa "925" Easy Chair for Cassina, Red Leather, 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 Seating
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Leather, Plywood
Afra & Tobia Scarpa “Soriana” Lounge Set for Cassina, Burgundy, 1969, Set of 3
By Cassina, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
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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Velvet
"Soriana" Sofa by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for Cassina, Italy 1969
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Cassina
Located in Utrecht, NL
The iconic “Soriana” three-seater sofa was designed by the Italian designer duo, Afra and Tobia Scarpa in 1969. Besides its innovative manufacturing, visually, Soriana brings sophist...
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1960s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Seating
Materials
Metal
Afra & Tobia Scarpa "925" Easy Chairs for Cassina, Black Leather, 1966, Set of 2
By Cassina, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Afra & Tobia Scarpa "925" easy chairs for Cassina, plywood and black leather, Italy, 1966, set of two.
In 1966 Afra & Tobia Scarpa designed the "925" chair, realized in walnut and l...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Seating
Materials
Leather, Plywood
Afra and Tobia Scarpa for B&B Italia 'Dialogo Dessau' Dining Chairs
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, B&B Italia
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Afra and Tobia Scarpa for B&B Italia, 'Dialogo Dessau' dining chairs, chromed steel, lacquered plastic, Italy, 1974
The Dialogo Dessau chair, with its distinctive cantilevered base ...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Seating
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Set of 6 Black Leather "121" Chairs by Tobia Scarpa for Cassina, Italy, 1967
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Tobia Scarpa
Located in Argelato, BO
Set of 6 Black Leather "121" Chairs by Tobia Scarpa for Cassina, Italy, 1967
The chair, which has now become an icon of Italian style, features Scarpa's typical double trestle struc...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Seating
Materials
Leather, Wood
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
Materials
Leather
Afra & Tobia Scarpa “Carlotta” Easy Chairs for Cassina, 1967, Set of 2
By Cassina, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Afra & Tobia Scarpa “Carlotta” Easy Chairs for Cassina, wood, Italy, 1967, set of two.
These eccentric, easy chairs designed by Afra and Tobia S...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Seating
Materials
Fabric, Foam, Wood
Afra & Tobia Scarpa Black Lacquered Dialogo Chair for B&B Italia, 1973, Set of 4
By B&B Italia, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Vicenza, IT
Set of four Dialogo Chairs Designed by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for B&B Italia, 1973
This set of four Dialogo chairs features:
- Natural beechwood structure
- Black lacquered plastic sea...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Seating
Materials
Plastic, Beech
Afra & Tobia Scarpa Off White Canvas Monk Dining Chair for Molteni, Set of 4
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Molteni & C
Located in Vicenza, IT
Set of four “Monk” dining chairs designed by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for Molteni in 1973.
Made of off white canvas and walnut.
Fully restored in Italy.
Interesting is the ‘flat’ shape...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Seating
Materials
Canvas, Walnut
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 manufacturer Maxalto in 1976.
They feature a clear walnut briar structure and a black ...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Seating
Materials
Brass
Pair of Africa Chairs by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Maxalto
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Dallas, TX
A beautiful pair of Africa chairs designed by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Maxalto. Walnut with exotic wood inlay and leather seats.
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1970s Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Seating
Materials
Walnut
Afra and Tobia Scarpa Brown Velvet Soriana Three Seater Sofa for Cassina, 1969
By Cassina, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Vicenza, IT
Soriana three seater sofa, designed by Afra and Tobia Scarpa, and produced by the Italian manufacturer Cassina in 1969.
Re-upholstered with brown ve...
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1960s Italian Space Age Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Seating
Materials
Chrome
Laurina Lounge Chair by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for B&B Italia
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Southampton, NJ
The “Laurina” armchair by B&B Italia, designed in the 1970s by Afra and Tobia Scarpa, is a standout piece of Italian design. It seamlessly combines minimalist aesthetics with excepti...
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Afra & Tobia Scarpa Seating
Materials
Leather
"Coronado" Leather Lounge Chair by Tobia Scarpa for B&B. Italy, 1960
By B&B Italia, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Milan, IT
"Coronado" lounge chair by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for B&B Italia.
Chair with headrest fully covered with leather.
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1960s Italian Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Seating
Materials
Leather
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 Seating
Materials
Metal
Set of 4 Black Leather "121" Chairs by Tobia Scarpa for Cassina, Italy, 1967
By Tobia Scarpa, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Argelato, BO
Set of 6 Black Leather "121" Chairs by Tobia Scarpa for Cassina, Italy, 1967
The chair, which has now become an icon of Italian style, features Scarpa's typical double trestle struc...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Seating
Materials
Leather, Wood
Afra & Tobia Scarpa "925" Easy Chairs for Cassina, Red Leather, 1966, Set of 2
By Cassina, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
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 Seating
Materials
Leather, Plywood
Extremely Comfortable Pair of Armchairs by Afra e Tobia Scarpa Italy 70'
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Rome, IT
A Very comfortable pair of vintage "Coronado" lounge chairs in very good original condition. Original brown leather designed by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for B&B Italia. Gorgeous Italian...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Seating
Materials
Leather, Wood
Only Set available in the US of 4 Africa Chairs By Afra & Tobia Scarpa
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Maxalto
Located in Harrington Park, NJ
Rare and classic set of 4 chairs model Africa from the Artona series.
Solid walnut, ebonized wood inlays, padded leather.
Maxalto production, ca. 1975.
Impressed brand. logo
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Seating
Materials
Leather, Walnut
Italian mid-century modern black faux leather sofa Bastiano Scarpa Gavina 1960s
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Gavina
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian mid-century modern black faux leather sofa Bastiano Scarpa Gavina 1960s
Two-seater sofa mod. Bastiano in wood and black faux leather. The seat, backrest and armrests are made...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Seating
Materials
Faux Leather, Wood
Afra and Tobia Scarpa Brown Velvet Soriana Living Room Set for Cassina, 1969
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Cassina
Located in Vicenza, IT
Soriana living room set, designed by Afra and Tobia Scarpa, and produced by the Italian manufacturer Cassina in 1969.
The set is composed of a three-seater sofa, a lounge chair and a...
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1960s Italian Space Age Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Seating
Materials
Chrome
Afra & Tobia Scarpa Gruppo di 4 Sedie "Africa", Italia 1970s
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Naples, IT
Sedie vintage originali Africa di Afra & Tobia Scarpa.
Disegnate per la prima volta nel 1975, queste sedie sono state prodotte nel 1985.
Cornici in noce massiccio con intarsi in eban...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Seating
Materials
Brass
Tobia & Afra Scarpa Set of Eight 121 Chairs in Wood and Leather by Cassina 1970s
By Cassina, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Cascina, Pisa
Set of eight 121 chairs with structure in black lacquered wood, seat and back in Bulgarian red leather designed by Tobia and Afra Scarpa in 1965 and manufactured by Cassina in the 19...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Seating
Materials
Leather, Wood
Leather Ottoman Coronado by Tobia Scarpa for B&B Italia, Italy
By B&B Italia, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Argelato, BO
This Coronado ottoman was designed by Afra and Tobia Scarpa in the 1960s and produced by B&B Italy.
The ottoman is upholstered with pink soft leather. The leather is in original co...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Seating
Materials
Leather, Wood
Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Africa" Chairs for Maxalto, Dark Brown, 1975, Set of 8
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Maxalto
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Africa" dining chairs for Maxalto, dark brown leather, walnut, burl, Italy, 1975, set of eight.
Originally hand finished and assembled one-by-one, "Africa" pre...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Seating
Materials
Leather, Walnut
Afra & Tobia Scarpa "New Harmony" Dining Chair for Maxalto, 1987
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Maxalto
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Afra & Tobia Scarpa "New Harmony" dining chair for Maxalto, walnut and ebony, Italy 1987.
The “New Harmony” dining chairs by Afra & Tobia Scarpa, designed for Maxalto in 1987, showc...
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1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Seating
Materials
Ebony, Walnut
Afra & Tobia Scarpa Black Canvas Monk Dining Chair for Molteni, Set of 10
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Molteni & C
Located in Vicenza, IT
Set of ten “Monk” dining chairs designed by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for Molteni in 1973.
Made of black canvas and walnut.
They present a white sewing on the front of the seat and the u...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Seating
Materials
Canvas, Walnut
Afra and Tobia Scarpa Brown Leather Two-Seater Soriana Sofa for Cassina, 1969
By Cassina, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Vicenza, IT
Soriana two-seater sofa, designed by Afra and Tobia Scarpa, and produced by the Italian manufacturer Cassina in 1969.
It features its original brown leather upholstery.
Winner of t...
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1960s Italian Space Age Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Seating
Materials
Chrome
$12,166 Sale Price
25% Off
Afra & Tobia Scarpa “Carlotta” Easy Chairs for Cassina, 1967, Set of 4
By Cassina, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Afra & Tobia Scarpa “Carlotta” easy chairs for Cassina, 1967, Italy, set of four.
These eccentric, easy chairs designed by Afra and Tobia Scarpa...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Seating
Materials
Fabric, Foam, Wood
2 Africa chairs designed by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Maxalto 1980s Artona series
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Arezzo, Italy
Set of 2 chairs mod. Africa designed by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for Maxalto in 1974.
Walnut wood frame, brass, wood of different woods,
bent plywood seat, leather, excellent condition....
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Seating
Materials
Brass
Afra & Tobia Scarpa "121" Chairs for Cassina, Total Black, 1965, Set of 8
By Cassina, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Afra & Tobia Scarpa "121" dining chairs for Cassina, total black, Italy, 1965, set of eight.
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 Seating
Materials
Leather, Walnut, Plywood
Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Dialogo" Chairs for B&B Italia, White, 1973, Set of 12
By B&B Italia, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Afra & Tobia Scarpa “Dialogo” dining chairs for B&B Italia, white leather and black walnut, Italy, 1973, set of twelve.
The “Dialogo” chair is a return to the formal solution of the...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Seating
Materials
Leather, Walnut
Set of 10 Red Lether 121 Chairs, Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Cassina, Italy, 1967
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Argelato, BO
Afra and Tobia Scarpa, set of 10 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...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Seating
Materials
Leather, Wood
Afra & Tobia Scarpa "121" Chairs for Cassina, Total black, 1965, Set of 12
By Cassina, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
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 Seating
Materials
Leather, Walnut, Plywood
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
Materials
Velvet
Afra & Tobia Scarpa “Bonanza” Armchairs for C&B, Cognac Leather, 1969, Set of 2
By C&B Italia, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Afra & Tobia Scarpa “Bonanza” armchairs for C&B, cognac leather, 1969, set of 2
The "Bonanza" armchairs, designed by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for C&B in 1969, embody modern comfort and m...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Seating
Materials
Leather
Set of Six Afra & Tobia Scarpa Monk Black Chairs for Molteni, Italy 1974
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Molteni & C
Located in London, GB
Formidable husband and wife team Tobia and Afra Bianchin Scarpa created interiors and furniture that embraced the materials of each design and the interplay of technology and ...
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1970s Italian Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Seating
Materials
Leather, Walnut
121 chairs designed by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for Cassina 1965
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Arezzo, Italy
Set of 4 chairs mod. 121 designed by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for Cassina in 1965.
Stained walnut wood frame, leather seats.
Tobia Scarpa was born in Venice in 1935, where he graduated...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Seating
Materials
Metal
Afra and Tobia Scarpa "Soriana" Sofa, Italy, 1969
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Utrecht, NL
“Soriana” three seat bouclé 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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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Afra & Tobia Scarpa Seating
Materials
Metal
Ciprea armchair by Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Cassina
By Cassina, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in PARIS, FR
This armchair model Ciprea was designed by the couple Afra & Tobia Scarpa in 1968 for the editor Cassina.
The structure is made of high-density foam that ensures a great comfort. The...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Seating
Materials
Fabric, Foam
Soriana Lounge Chairs by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Cassina, Italy, 1970s
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Cassina
Located in Antwerp, BE
Pair of Soriana lounge chairs by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for Cassina, a rare and highly sought-after example of Italian design from the 1970s. Upholstered in luxurious black leather, t...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Seating
Materials
Leather
Afra & Tobia Scarpa Light Blue Alcantara Soriana Chaise Lounge for Cassina, 1969
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Cassina
Located in Vicenza, IT
Afra & Tobia Scarpa “Soriana” chaise longue, Alcantara and metal, Italy, 1969.
The Soriana lounge chair is low and soft and invites the sitter to sink in. Its peculiar feature is the...
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1960s Italian Space Age Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Seating
Materials
Chrome
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 Seating
Materials
Wood
Afra & Tobia Scarpa “Carlotta” Easy Chair for Cassina, 1967
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Cassina
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Afra & Tobia Scarpa “Carlotta” Easy Chair for Cassina, wood, Italy, 1967
These eccentric, easy chairs designed by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for the ...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Seating
Materials
Fabric, Foam, Wood
Set of Four "Africa" Chairs by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Maxalto, Italy 1975
By Maxalto, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
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 Scarpa in the mid-1970s. They are a perfect combination of simplicity, functionality, and aesthetic.
This set was part of the Artona line by the Scarpa’s and was also the first line ever produced by Maxalto. The company was originally set up in 1975 as an exclusive branch of B&B Italia to focus solely on the production of artisanal furniture that was primarily crafted from wood. As we find ourselves in a design era that embraces the nostalgia of the mid-20th century, this set of four serves as both an homage to the past and a testament to the timeless allure of Afra and Tobia Scarpa’s work. In these chairs, the pattern and grain of the walnut backrests is striking, showing the traces of history in every line and mark. Sensitive touches enliven the design, visible in the careful craftsmanship and quality of woodworking with impeccable joinery that masterfully utilises nothing but the wood itself. The colour of the leather seats matches the walnut body beautifully, further enhancing the visual appeal. Another impressing element is the centrally placed back leg that continues upwards to form the backrests, highlighting the Scarpas’ architectural...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Seating
Materials
Leather, Walnut
Leather Erasmo Sofa by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for B&B Italia
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, B&B Italia
Located in Chicago, IL
c. 1970s. Made in Italy. Injection molded foam frame. Extremely comfy. We have two available.
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Seating
Materials
Leather
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.
For Maxalto.
Designed as part of the 'Artona' line these scarce chairs are some of ...
Category
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Seating
Materials
Leather, Walnut
Stool by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Benetton
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Lugo, IT
Steel and leather stool
Design by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Benetton 1980 88
Not perfect condition as pictured
Thank you
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1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Seating
Materials
Steel
$2,254 Sale Price
36% Off
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.
For Maxalto.
Designed as part of the 'Artona' line these scarce chairs are some of ...
Category
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Seating
Materials
Leather, Walnut
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.
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Questions About Afra & Tobia Scarpa Seating
- 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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