Large "Soriana" Sofa by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Cassina in Original Gold Fabric

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Large "Soriana" Sofa by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Cassina in Original Gold Fabric

About the Item

Large "Soriana" sofa designed by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Cassina, Italy 1969 in original gold color angora goat mohair velvet fabric in perfect vintage condition. The idea behind Soriana was to express a design where a whole bundle of fabric or leather was encapsulated by a metal frame. It was a revolutionary and unique design and 50 years forward it is still one of the preferred sofa for some of the biggest designers and architects own homes or customer projects. About the designers: Afra and Tobia Scarpa graduated at the Istituto Universitario d’Architettura in Venice and formed one of the most successful and known professional associations. Their works can be found in museums across the USA and Europe such as the MoMA and the Louvre. Their designs like the Soriana sofa exhibit a decidedly modernist aesthetic, prioritizing pared-back elegance and comfort. At the same time, the Scarpas are admired for the ease with which their designs complement both classical and cutting-edge interiors. The Soriana was created for the Italian manufacturing company Cassina, which is often credited with introducing industrial design to Italy and has built an international reputation for collaborating with some of the world’s most respected designers, including Afra and Tobia Scarpa. The husband-and-wife duo’s products played an important role in the history of Italian Design and are thriving in the midcentury market. The Soriana sofa is a collectors’ piece and part of the history of Italian design destined to increase in value with the time. A piece of true Italian modernism.

Attributed to:
Afra & Tobia Scarpa (Designer)Cassina (Manufacturer)
Dimensions:
Height: 37.41 in (95 cm)Width: 98.43 in (250 cm)Length: 37.41 in (95 cm)Seat Height: 15.36 in (39 cm)
Style:
Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
Materials and Techniques:
Chrome,Fabric,Mohair
Place of Origin:
Italy
Period:
Mid-20th Century
Date of Manufacture:
1969
Condition:
Wear consistent with age and use. Gold color fabric almost perfect vintage condition, Iron has some minor marks and scratches.
Seller Location:
Almelo, NL
Reference Number:
Seller: 2012411stDibs: LU3696320162962