Aura Longue Chair By Paolo Piva For Wittmann 1980
By Paolo Piva
Located in Čelinac, BA
Aura Longue Chair By Paolo Piva for Wittmann Austria 1980
1980s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paolo Piva Seating
Fabric
Juxtaposing sleek curves with angular, geometric shapes, the sophisticated minimalism of Paolo Piva’s furniture made him one of the most significant mid-century modern designers. Using understated, classic materials such as patent leather and glass, he created furniture that is as timeless as the buildings he designed as an internationally renowned architect. Piva’s armchairs, floor lamps and other furniture pieces were built to withstand changing tastes.
Born in 1950 in Adria in northern Italy, Piva pursued his career in design and architecture at the International University of the Arts in Venice under renowned architect Carlo Scarpa. While a student, he also worked with the Akademie für Angewandte Kunst in Vienna and the Institute of History and Architecture in Venice to create a major exhibition on Viennese architecture during the socialist period.
Gaining notice during his graduate studies in Rome, Piva established himself as an up-and-coming architect. In 1980, he emerged on the international scene with an acclaimed design for the Kuwait Embassy in Qatar, which led to design commissions for buildings and factories across Western Europe. At the same time, Piva began designing furniture that reflected the clean lines and artful forms of his building style. His most popular piece was the Pyramid coffee table, with inverted pyramids supporting a glass top.
A lifelong academic, Piva began teaching at the Akademie für Angewandte Kunst in 1988, becoming a full professor in 1991. He also collaborated with top brands, including Poliform, de Sede, B&B Italia, Wittmann and Riva 1920, designing center tables, club chairs and other furniture items. He continued his design pursuits throughout his life, traveling to conferences and exhibitions internationally up until his death in 2017.
Piva gained a nomination for the Compasso d’Oro award in 1987 and was one of the architects selected to design the Science and Technology Park in Vienna in 1995. His work has been exhibited at Galerie Ulysses in Vienna and the Architekturgalerie München in Munich, as well as in the VI Mostra internazionale di Architettura della Biennale di Buenos Aires.
On 1stDibs, delve into the graceful simplicity and elegant geometry of Paolo Piva’s lighting, tables, seating, and other furniture and collectibles.
Aura Longue Chair By Paolo Piva For Wittmann 1980
By Paolo Piva
Located in Čelinac, BA
Aura Longue Chair By Paolo Piva for Wittmann Austria 1980
Fabric
Set of Two Aura Leathet Longue Chair By Paolo Piva For Wittmann.
By Paolo Piva
Located in Čelinac, BA
Set od Two Aura Longue Chair By Paolo Piva for Wittmann Austria 1980
Leather
Arcadia dining chairs by Paolo Piva for B& B Italia set of 6
By Paolo Piva
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Set of 6 Arcadia dining chairs designed by Paolo Piva for B& B italia's Arcadia series. Upholstered in black leather. They are very comfortable. Good condition 1980s - Italy Di...
Leather
$4,950 / item
Paolo Piva 'Arca' sofa for B&B Italia, Italy 1980s
By Paolo Piva, B&B Italia
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Arca two seater sofa with right and left armrest provided with transparent glass serving tables which swing out from under the armrest. Framework made of structural steel embedded i...
Steel
De Sede set of 3 DS 218/55 leather bar stools by Paolo Piva, 2000
By De Sede, Paolo Piva
Located in Ludwigslust, DE
This set of 3 De Sede DS 218/55 bar stools was manufactured around 2000, based on a design by Italian designer Paolo Piva. The characteristic, cubic shape combines a precisely crafte...
Leather
Arcadia dining chairs by Paolo Piva for B& B Italia set of 6
By Paolo Piva
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Set of 6 Arcadia dining chairs designed by Paolo Piva for B& B italia's Arcadia series. Upholstered in black leather. They are very comfortable. Good condition 1980s - Italy Dim...
Leather
Leather Aura Longue Chair By Paolo Piva For Wittmann 1980
By Paolo Piva
Located in Čelinac, BA
Leather Aura Longue Chair By Paolo Piva For Wittmann Austria 1980
Leather
Alanda vintage sofa by Paolo Piva for B&B Italia, 1980s
By B&B Italia, Paolo Piva
Located in modena, Emilia-Romagna
Alanda sofa by Paolo Piva for B&B Italia. A true design product, typical of the 1990s. Made of Steel and upholstered in Grey color Alcantara, fully removable cover. Armrests and head...
Fabric
Arcadia dining chairs by Paolo Piva for B& B Italia set of 10
By B&B Italia, Paolo Piva
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Set of 10 Arcadia dining chairs designed by Paolo Piva for B& B italia's Arcadia series. Upholstered in dark green leather. They are very comfortable. The set consists of 8 r...
Leather
2005 Paolo Piva for B&B ltalia Arcadia High Back Dining Side Chair in Leather
By B&B Italia, Paolo Piva
Located in Philadelphia, PA
These are Arcadia armless high back dining chairs, initially designed by Paolo Piva for B&B Italia in 1989. These particular examples date to the 2000s. They feature a simplistic...
Steel, Chrome
Original B&B Italia Alanda Sofa Paolo Piva Vintage Ledersofa
By Paolo Piva, B&B Italia
Located in Berlin, DE
Paolo Piva wollte in den 80ern einen Sofa-Entwurf, der sich anfühlt wie ein großzügiger Stapel weicher Kissen – aber ohne Konstruktion unsichtbar bleibt. Er packte voluminöse Lederpo...
Steel
B & B Italia Armchair Set by Paolo Piva (2 pieces)
By B&B Italia, Paolo Piva
Located in Nagykovácsi, Central Hungary
B&B Italia armchair set of 2, desiged by Paolo Piva. The leather is in poor condition.
Metal
Arcadia dining chairs by Paolo Piva for B& B Italia set of 6
By Paolo Piva
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Set of 6 Arcadia dining chairs designed by Paolo Piva for B& B italia's Arcadia series. Upholstered in black leather. They are very comfortable. Good condition 1980s - Italy ...
Leather
Vintage POSTMODERN Leather Club Chair by Paolo Piva
By Wittmann, Paolo Piva
Located in Oxnard, CA
Here is a fantastic postmodern 1980s leather chair by Paolo Piva for Wittman. This unique oversized chair features supple grey leather with ribbing details accented by spherical wood...
Leather
2000s Paolo Piva for B&B ltalia Arcadia Dining Side Chair in Green Leather
By Paolo Piva
Located in Philadelphia, PA
These are Arcadia armless dining chairs, initially designed by Paolo Piva for B&B Italia in 1989. These particular examples date to the 2000s. They feature a simplistic modern de...
Steel
Extremely Rare Vintage Sofa by Paolo Piva for De Sede Swiss 1970s
By Paolo Piva
Located in Buggenhout, Oost-Vlaanderen
Very rare vintage 3-seat sofa in its original black leather. Stunning patina. Designed in the 1990s by Paolo Piva for De Sede Swiss. Very good condition with normal signs of use...
Leather
$2,832Sale Price / set|20% Off
Aura Blue Leather Armchairs by Paolo Piva for Wittmann, 1980s
By Wittmann, Paolo Piva
Located in DE MEERN, NL
Pair of Aura Blue Leather Armchairs by Paolo Piva for Wittmann, Austria, 1980s Sculptural Italian Design Meets Austrian Craftsmanship A striking pair of vintage Aura lounge chairs, designed by renowned Italian architect and designer Paolo Piva for prestigious Austrian furniture manufacturer Wittmann during the 1980s. Upholstered in beautiful blue leather, these generously proportioned armchairs embody the bold yet sophisticated design language of the era. Their distinctive rounded silhouettes, enveloping armrests, and softly curved backrests create an inviting, almost architectural presence. The Aura is a wonderful example of Paolo Piva's ability to balance sculptural aesthetics with everyday comfort. Its substantial proportions are softened by elegant curves, while the rich blue leather introduces an unexpected touch of colour and personality. Particularly appealing is the contrast between the chairs' smooth, rounded leather surfaces and their finely detailed, vertically ribbed exterior upholstery. This subtle interplay of texture gives the design additional depth and character, making the chairs equally impressive from every angle. A Statement Pair for Contemporary Interiors Whether positioned together in a sophisticated living room, arranged around a sculptural coffee table, or incorporated into a carefully curated mid-century modern interior, these armchairs offer an exceptional combination of visual impact and comfort. Their timeless design works beautifully alongside natural stone, warm woods, raw concrete, and contemporary art, making them particularly attractive for collectors, interior designers, and lovers of distinctive 20th-century furniture. Offered as a matching pair, these vintage Wittmann Aura...
Leather
2005 Paolo Piva for B&B ltalia Arcadia Dining Side Chair in Tan Leather
By B&B Italia, Paolo Piva
Located in Philadelphia, PA
These are Arcadia armless dining chairs, initially designed by Paolo Piva for B&B Italia in 1989. These particular examples date to 2005. They feature a simplistic modern design ...
Steel, Chrome
B&B Italia Armchair Set of Six by Paolo Piva, Leather, Vintage, 1989
By Paolo Piva, B&B Italia
Located in Nagykovácsi, Central Hungary
B&B Italia armchair set of 6, desiged by Paolo Piva. The leather is in poor condition.
Metal
Giovannetti, Contemporary 2 Seater Sofa from the 1970s by P. Piva Cream "Boss"
By Paolo Piva
Located in Casalguidi, IT
Boss is directed to a public who loves "objects" with distinguishing character and a strong personality. After years of rigorous minimalism, Giovannetti brings back the forceful sinuous lines and extraordinary comfort of a design that has even achieved fame in films and television. Available in different colors and sizes. Frame in tubular steel, padding in polyurethane foam covered with protective lining. Seat and back cushion/armrest: polyurethane foam pad- ding, covered with acrylic thermo-welded fibre Springing with steel plasticized bogie and spiral springs Feet...
Leather, Fabric
2x Original Wittmann Sessel Aura Leder schwarz Paolo Piva
By Paolo Piva, Wittmann
Located in Berlin, DE
Wir bieten einen von zwei wunderschönen Wittmann "Aura" Sesseln aus schwarzem Leder zum Verkauf an. Der Entwurf stammt von Paolo Piva für Wittmann und stammt aus dem Jahr 1983. Insge...
Leather
Customizable Upholstery Wittmann Aura Sofa by Paolo Piva
By Wittmann, Paolo Piva
Located in New York, NY
Many different upholstery materials available. Price listed for STARTING leather. Aura is inseparable from Wittmann. This compact armchair added a new chapter to the history of fur...
Leather, Fabric
Mid-Century Modern Italian Two and a Half Seat White Leather Sofa B&B "Alanda"
By B&B Italia, Paolo Piva
Located in Prato, IT
Mid-Century Modern Italian B&B "Alanda" two-and-a-half-seat white leather sofa by Paolo Piva with adjustable back pillows and armrests, 1970s. The sofa shows wear due to age and use...
Iron
Customizable Wittmann Aura Armchair Designed by Paolo Piva
By Paolo Piva, Wittmann
Located in New York, NY
Aura is inseparable from Wittmann. This compact armchair added a new chapter to the history of furniture design in 1983 following a partnership with Paolo Piva. An integral part of t...
Leather, Fabric
De Sede Leather Lounge Chair Armchair Creme Paolo Piva
By De Sede, Paolo Piva
Located in Munich, Bavaria
De Sede leather armchair designed by Paolo Piva. Great comfort and a Classic timeless design by De Sede. With patina on the leather and beec...
Leather, Upholstery, Wood
1980s Paolo Piva Aura Lounge Chair in Black Leather
By Paolo Piva, Wittmann
Located in Knebel, DK
1980s Paolo Piva Aura lounge chair in black leather The Aura lounge chair feature a combination of strict lines and soft curved armrest giving it an almost sculptural appearence in ...
Leather
Set of Two Armchairs by Paolo Piva for B&B Italia, 1980s
By Paolo Piva
Located in Praha, CZ
Design armchairs designed by Paolo Piva. The iron mechanism on the back leg allows easy movement of the chair on the floor. Very good original condition.
Steel
De Sede DS-218/15 Stool in Black Leather Upholstery by Paolo Piva
By Paolo Piva, De Sede
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Plays a decisive role in moulding the character of a room. A focus on clear-cut structures, cubist forms, straight lines and a minimalist selection of materials. A unique combination...
Leather
De Sede DS-218/55 Barstool in Off White Leather Upholstery by Paolo Piva
By Paolo Piva, De Sede
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Plays a decisive role in moulding the character of a room. A focus on clear-cut structures, cubist forms, straight lines and a Minimalist selection of materials. A unique combination...
Leather
Four 1980s-style Arcadia designer armchairs in black leather by Paolo Piva B&B
By Paolo Piva, B&B Italia
Located in Milano, IT
Four 1980s-style Arcadia armchairs, upholstered in black leather, designed by Paolo Piva for B&B Italia
Leather, Plastic
1990s Arcadia Dining Side Chair by Paolo Piva for B&B Italia in Ivory Leather
By Paolo Piva, B&B Italia
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an ‘Arcadia’ armless dining chair, initially designed by Paolo Piva for B & B Italia in 1989. This piece was produced in Italy around the same time. It features a simplis...
Steel, Chrome
Wittmann Black Leather Armchair Model Ducale Cube Design by Paolo Piva
By Paolo Piva, Wittmann
Located in Munich, Bavaria
Leather Armchair by Austrian - Italian architect Paolo Piva. Model Ducale manufactured by Wittmann. Black Semianiline leather. The design is a cube design with little curves. 2 ch...
Leather, Upholstery, Wood
De Sede DS-218/05 Stool in Black Leather Upholstery by Paolo Piva
By Paolo Piva, De Sede
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Plays a decisive role in moulding the character of a room. A focus on clear-cut structures, cubist forms, straight lines and a Minimalist selection of materials. A unique combination...
Leather