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Afra & Tobia Scarpa Chairs

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
Dialogo" chairs by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for B&B Italia, 1970
Dialogo" chairs by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for B&B Italia, 1970

Dialogo" chairs by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for B&B Italia, 1970

By Afra & Tobia Scarpa

Located in Bastia Umbra, IT

"Dialogo" chairs by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for B&B Italia, Made in Italy, 1970. Set of four "Dialogo" chairs designed by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for B&B Italia, 1973. The feature of this "D...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Chairs

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Plastic, Beech

Molteni Monk Afra and Tobia Scarpa canvas chairs, 1973, set of 4
Molteni Monk Afra and Tobia Scarpa canvas chairs, 1973, set of 4

Molteni Monk Afra and Tobia Scarpa canvas chairs, 1973, set of 4

By Afra & Tobia Scarpa

Located in Milano, Lombardia

Monk Afra and Tobia Scarpa chairs for Molteni in 1973, Italy. Blank canvas and wood. Featuring a sleek, minimalist silhouette, these chairs combine form and function flawlessly. They...

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1970s Italian Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Chairs

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Canvas, Wood

2 Africa chairs designed by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Maxalto 1980s Artona series
2 Africa chairs designed by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Maxalto 1980s Artona series

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 Chairs

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Brass

Set of four Model 121 chairs designed by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for Cassina 1965
Set of four Model 121 chairs designed by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for Cassina 1965

Set of four Model 121 chairs designed by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for Cassina 1965

By Afra & Tobia Scarpa

Located in Vigevano, PV

Set of four Model 121 chairs designed by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for Cassina 1965 Wooden frame with leather-covered seat and back. Original label. Produced by Cassina, Italy, 1965. Dom...

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Chairs

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Metal

Vintage, Collectible, black Italian Monk Dining Chairs by Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Vintage, Collectible, black Italian Monk Dining Chairs by Afra & Tobia Scarpa

Vintage, Collectible, black Italian Monk Dining Chairs by Afra & Tobia Scarpa

By Molteni & C, Afra & Tobia Scarpa

Located in Milano, IT

4 Dining Chairs - Monk by Afra e Tobia Scarpa The price indicated is for the single chair . Offered for sale is a rare set of 4 "Monk" dining chairs, designer by Afra & Tobia S...

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1970s Italian Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Chairs

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Wood, Walnut, Leather

Afra and Tobia Scarpa for B&B Italia 'Dialogo Dessau' Dining Chairs
Afra and Tobia Scarpa for B&B Italia 'Dialogo Dessau' Dining Chairs

Afra and Tobia Scarpa for B&B Italia 'Dialogo Dessau' Dining Chairs

By B&B Italia, Afra & Tobia Scarpa

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Afra and Tobia Scarpa for B&B Italia, Dialogo Dessau dining chairs, chromed metal, plastic, Italy, 1974 The Dialogo Dessau chair, with its distinctive cantilevered base and integrat...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Chairs

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Metal, Chrome

New and Made to Order Customizable Tacchini Africa Chair by Afra & Tobia Scarpa
New and Made to Order Customizable Tacchini Africa Chair by Afra & Tobia Scarpa

New and Made to Order Customizable Tacchini Africa Chair by Afra & Tobia Scarpa

By Tacchini, Afra & Tobia Scarpa

Located in New York, NY

Price listed for starting fabric and Walnut Stained ash wood Africa is a chair that encapsulates a perfect synthesis of structure, form, and functionality in a sculpture that highli...

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2010s Italian Afra & Tobia Scarpa Chairs

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Wood, Ash

Tobia Scarpa "Pigreco" Chair for Gavina, Italy 1950's
Tobia Scarpa "Pigreco" Chair for Gavina, Italy 1950's

Tobia Scarpa "Pigreco" Chair for Gavina, Italy 1950's

By Tobia Scarpa, Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Gavina

Located in Los Angeles, CA

"Pigreco" chair by designer Tobia Scarpa in walnut with genuine leather seat. This chair was manufactured in the 1950's by the Italian company Gavina. Retain their Stendig paper ...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Modern Afra & Tobia Scarpa Chairs

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Leather, Walnut

Set of 10 Monk chairs designed by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for Molteni 1974
Set of 10 Monk chairs designed by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for Molteni 1974

Set of 10 Monk chairs designed by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for Molteni 1974

By Afra & Tobia Scarpa

Located in Arezzo, Italy

Set of 10 chairs mod. Monk designed by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for Molteni in 1974. Stained walnut wood frame, natural leather seats. Excellent condition, restored. The whole set has b...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Chairs

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Wood, Animal Skin

Set of 12 Monk Dining Chairs by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Molteni, 1970s
Set of 12 Monk Dining Chairs by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Molteni, 1970s

Set of 12 Monk Dining Chairs by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Molteni, 1970s

By Afra & Tobia Scarpa

Located in Brussels, BE

Set of 12 Monk Dining Chairs by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Molteni, 1970s - New Canvas

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Chairs

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Canvas, Wood

Afra & Tobia Scarpa, 'Monk' Chairs, Molteni, Italy, 1974
Afra & Tobia Scarpa, 'Monk' Chairs, Molteni, Italy, 1974

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 Chairs

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Leather, Wood

10 Africa chairs designed by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Maxalto 1980s Artona series
10 Africa chairs designed by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Maxalto 1980s Artona series

10 Africa chairs designed by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Maxalto 1980s Artona series

By Afra & Tobia Scarpa

Located in Arezzo, Italy

Set of 10 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 Chairs

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Brass

Afra & Tobia Scarpa Leather Model 121 Dining Chair for Cassina, 1967, Set of 10
Afra & Tobia Scarpa Leather Model 121 Dining Chair for Cassina, 1967, Set of 10

Afra & Tobia Scarpa Leather Model 121 Dining Chair for Cassina, 1967, Set of 10

By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Cassina

Located in Vicenza, IT

Set of ten Model 121 dining chairs, designed by Afra and Tobia Scarpa and produced by the Italian manufacturer Cassina in 1967. They feature black and English red leather upholstery...

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Chairs

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Leather, Walnut

Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Africa" Dining Chairs for Maxalto, Reddish Brown, Set of 12
Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Africa" Dining Chairs for Maxalto, Reddish Brown, Set of 12

Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Africa" Dining Chairs for Maxalto, Reddish Brown, Set of 12

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, set of 12. Originally hand finished and assembled one-by-one, "A...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Chairs

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Brass

Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Monk" Chairs for Molteni, Ivory Canvas, 1974, Set of 4
Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Monk" Chairs for Molteni, Ivory Canvas, 1974, Set of 4

Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Monk" Chairs for Molteni, Ivory Canvas, 1974, Set of 4

By Molteni & C, Afra & Tobia Scarpa

Located in Lonigo, Veneto

Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Monk" dining chairs for Molteni, ivory canvas and walnut, Italy, 1974, set of four. The particular feature of this model is the support structure composed o...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Chairs

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Canvas, Walnut

1960's Afra and Tobia Scarpa Cassina Set of Four Chairs Model 121 Leather Walnut
1960's Afra and Tobia Scarpa Cassina Set of Four Chairs Model 121 Leather Walnut

1960's Afra and Tobia Scarpa Cassina Set of Four Chairs Model 121 Leather Walnut

By Cassina, Afra & Tobia Scarpa

Located in Milano, IT

A refined set of four Model 121 chairs designed by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for Cassina in 1967, embodying the designers’ distinctive balance of sculptural form and functional elegance....

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Chairs

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Leather, Walnut

Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Monk" Dining Chair for Molteni, Cognac Leather, 1974
Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Monk" Dining Chair for Molteni, Cognac Leather, 1974

Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Monk" Dining Chair for Molteni, Cognac Leather, 1974

By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Molteni & C

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 t...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Chairs

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Leather, Beech

Scarpa Chair 925 in Mocca Stained Ash Frame by Afra and Tobias Scarpa
Scarpa Chair 925 in Mocca Stained Ash Frame by Afra and Tobias Scarpa

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 Chairs

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Leather, Ash

Afra & Tobia Scarpa Red Leather 121 Dining Chair for Cassina, 1967, Set of 8
Afra & Tobia Scarpa Red Leather 121 Dining Chair for Cassina, 1967, Set of 8

Afra & Tobia Scarpa Red Leather 121 Dining Chair for Cassina, 1967, Set of 8

By Cassina, Afra & Tobia Scarpa

Located in Vicenza, IT

Set of eight 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 wa...

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Chairs

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Leather, Walnut

Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Monk" Dining Chairs for Molteni, Red Leather, 1974
Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Monk" Dining Chairs for Molteni, Red Leather, 1974

Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Monk" Dining Chairs for Molteni, Red Leather, 1974

By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Molteni & C

Located in Lonigo, Veneto

Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Monk" Dining Chair for Molteni, Red Leather and Beech, Italy, 1974. The particular feature of this model is the support structure composed of two equal tres...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Chairs

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Leather, Beech

Vintage bicolor dining chairs Italian design by Vico Magistretti for Schiffini
Vintage bicolor dining chairs Italian design by Vico Magistretti for Schiffini

Vintage bicolor dining chairs Italian design by Vico Magistretti for Schiffini

By Molteni & C, Afra & Tobia Scarpa

Located in Milano, IT

4 Dining Chairs set - wood chairs in beech by Vico Magistretti round and minimal and still contemporary in double color. Spinzi is a Milano based creative atelier specialised in ...

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1980s Italian Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Chairs

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Wood

Afra & Tobia Scarpa "121" Dining Chairs for Cassina, Red Leather, 1965, Set of 6
Afra & Tobia Scarpa "121" Dining Chairs for Cassina, Red Leather, 1965, Set of 6

Afra & Tobia Scarpa "121" Dining Chairs for Cassina, Red Leather, 1965, Set of 6

By Cassina, Afra & Tobia Scarpa

Located in Lonigo, Veneto

Afra & Tobia Scarpa "121" dining chairs for Cassina, red leather, Italy, 1965, set of six. Iconic and charming, the model "121" by Afra & Tobia Scarpa shows once again the S...

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Chairs

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Leather, Walnut, Plywood

Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Dialogo" Chairs for B&B Italia, Cognac, 1973, set of 2
Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Dialogo" Chairs for B&B Italia, Cognac, 1973, set of 2

Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Dialogo" Chairs for B&B Italia, Cognac, 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, cognac leather, Italy, 1973, set of two. The “Dialogo” chair is a return to the formal solution of ...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Chairs

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Leather, Walnut

Afra & Tobia Scarpa "121" Dining Chair for Cassina, Red Leather, 1965
Afra & Tobia Scarpa "121" Dining Chair for Cassina, Red Leather, 1965

Afra & Tobia Scarpa "121" Dining Chair for Cassina, Red Leather, 1965

By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Cassina

Located in Lonigo, Veneto

Afra & Tobia Scarpa "121" dining chair for Cassina, red leather, Italy, 1965 Iconic and charming, the model "121" by Afra & Tobia Scarpa shows once again the Scarpa's typical double...

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Chairs

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Leather, Walnut, Plywood

Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Monk" Chairs for Molteni, Cognac Leather, 1974, Set of 8
Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Monk" Chairs for Molteni, Cognac Leather, 1974, Set of 8

Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Monk" Chairs for Molteni, Cognac Leather, 1974, Set of 8

By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Molteni & C

Located in Lonigo, Veneto

Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Monk" dining chairs for Molteni, patinated cognac leather and beech, Italy, 1974, set of eight. The particular feature of this model is the support structur...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Chairs

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Leather, Beech

Coronado Chair + Ottoman by Afra + Tobia Scarpa for B&B Italia
Coronado Chair + Ottoman by Afra + Tobia Scarpa for B&B Italia

Coronado Chair + Ottoman by Afra + Tobia Scarpa for B&B Italia

By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, B&B Italia

Located in Chicago, IL

c. 1960s. Price is for the set. Contact us if you’d like to purchase a single item. Designed by Afra and Tobia Scarpa. Made in Italy. Ottoman: 27.5L 20W 13.5H

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Chairs

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Leather

Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Dialogo" Dining Chair for B&B Italia, Cognac Leather, 1973
Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Dialogo" Dining Chair for B&B Italia, Cognac Leather, 1973

Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Dialogo" Dining Chair for B&B Italia, Cognac Leather, 1973

By B&B Italia, Afra & Tobia Scarpa

Located in Lonigo, Veneto

Afra & Tobia Scarpa “Dialogo” dining chair for B&B Italia, cognac leather and walnut, Italy, 1973. The “Dialogo” chair is a return to the formal soluti...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Chairs

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Leather, Walnut

Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Monk" Chairs for Molteni, Ivory Canvas, 1974, Set of 6
Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Monk" Chairs for Molteni, Ivory Canvas, 1974, Set of 6

Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Monk" Chairs for Molteni, Ivory Canvas, 1974, Set of 6

By Molteni & C, Afra & Tobia Scarpa

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...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Chairs

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Canvas, Walnut

Afra & Tobia Scarpa "121" Chairs for Cassina, Black Leather, 1965, Set of 6
Afra & Tobia Scarpa "121" Chairs for Cassina, Black Leather, 1965, Set of 6

Afra & Tobia Scarpa "121" Chairs for Cassina, Black Leather, 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 Chairs

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Leather, Walnut, Plywood

Set of Six Afra and Tobia Scarpa Bamboo and Rattan Chairs
Set of Six Afra and Tobia Scarpa Bamboo and Rattan Chairs

Set of Six Afra and Tobia Scarpa Bamboo and Rattan Chairs

By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, B&B Italia

Located in Madrid, ES

Six chairs, model Basilian, designed by Afra and Tobia Scarpa and manufactured by B&B Maxalto in the 1970s. The structure of these square chairs is made of dark brown painted bamboo ...

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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Afra & Tobia Scarpa Chairs

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Bamboo

Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Dialogo" Chairs for B&B Italia, Cognac 1973, set of 8
Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Dialogo" Chairs for B&B Italia, Cognac 1973, set of 8

Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Dialogo" Chairs for B&B Italia, Cognac 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 Chairs

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Leather, Walnut

Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Monk" Chairs for Molteni, Red Leather, 1974, Set of 6
Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Monk" Chairs for Molteni, Red Leather, 1974, Set of 6

Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Monk" Chairs for Molteni, Red Leather, 1974, Set of 6

By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Molteni & C

Located in Lonigo, Veneto

Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Monk" Dining Chairs for Molteni, Red Leather and Beech, Italy, 1974, set of six. 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 Chairs

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Leather, Beech

Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Africa" Chairs for Maxalto, Black Leather, 1975, Set of 6
Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Africa" Chairs for Maxalto, Black Leather, 1975, Set of 6

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 and burl, Italy, 1975, set of six. Originally hand finished and assembled one-by-one, "Africa" pre...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Chairs

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Leather, Walnut

Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Africa" Dining Chair for Maxalto, Cognac Leather, 1975
Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Africa" Dining Chair for Maxalto, Cognac Leather, 1975

Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Africa" Dining Chair for Maxalto, Cognac Leather, 1975

By Maxalto, Afra & Tobia Scarpa

Located in Lonigo, Veneto

Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Africa" dining chair for Maxalto, cognac leather, walnut, burl and brass, Italy, 1975. Originally hand finished and assembled one-by-one, "Africa" presents ...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Chairs

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Brass

Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Monk" Chairs for Molteni, Ivory Canvas, 1974, Set of 10
Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Monk" Chairs for Molteni, Ivory Canvas, 1974, Set of 10

Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Monk" Chairs for Molteni, Ivory Canvas, 1974, Set of 10

By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Molteni & C

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 eq...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Chairs

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Canvas, Walnut

Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Monk" Chairs for Molteni, Red Leather, 1974, Set of 8
Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Monk" Chairs for Molteni, Red Leather, 1974, Set of 8

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...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Chairs

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Leather, Walnut

Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Monk" Chairs for Molteni, Red Leather, 1974, Set of 4
Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Monk" Chairs for Molteni, Red Leather, 1974, Set of 4

Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Monk" Chairs for Molteni, Red Leather, 1974, Set of 4

By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Molteni & C

Located in Lonigo, Veneto

Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Monk" Dining Chairs for Molteni, Red Leather and Beech, Italy, 1974, set of four. The particular feature of this model is the support structure composed of ...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Chairs

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Leather, Beech

Afra & Tobia Scarpa English Red Leather Monk Dining Chair for Molteni, Set of 10
Afra & Tobia Scarpa English Red Leather Monk Dining Chair for Molteni, Set of 10

Afra & Tobia Scarpa English Red Leather 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 English red leather and walnut. Fully restored in Italy. Interesting is the ‘flat’ sha...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Chairs

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Leather, Walnut

Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Monk" Chairs for Molteni, Cognac Leather, 1974, Set of 2
Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Monk" Chairs for Molteni, Cognac Leather, 1974, Set of 2

Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Monk" Chairs for Molteni, Cognac Leather, 1974, Set of 2

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 two. The particular feature of this model is the support structure composed o...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Chairs

Materials

Leather, Beech

Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Africa" Chairs for Maxalto, Black Leather, 1975, Set of 2
Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Africa" Chairs for Maxalto, Black Leather, 1975, Set of 2

Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Africa" Chairs for Maxalto, Black Leather, 1975, Set of 2

By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Maxalto

Located in Lonigo, Veneto

Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Africa" dining chairs for Maxalto, black leather, walnut and burl, Italy, 1975, set of two. Originally hand finished and assembled one-by-one, "Africa" pre...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Chairs

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Brass

Afra & Tobia Scarpa Red Leather 121 Dining Chair for Cassina, 1967, Set of 6
Afra & Tobia Scarpa Red Leather 121 Dining Chair for Cassina, 1967, Set of 6

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 Chairs

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Leather, Walnut

Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Africa" Chairs for Maxalto, Black Leather, 1975, Set of 4
Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Africa" Chairs for Maxalto, Black Leather, 1975, Set of 4

Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Africa" Chairs for Maxalto, Black Leather, 1975, Set of 4

By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Maxalto

Located in Lonigo, Veneto

Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Africa" dining chairs for Maxalto, black leather, walnut and burl, Italy, 1975, set of four. Originally hand finished and assembled one-by-one, "Africa" pr...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Chairs

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Leather, Walnut

Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Monk" Chairs for Molteni, Ivory Canvas, 1974, Set of 8
Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Monk" Chairs for Molteni, Ivory Canvas, 1974, Set of 8

Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Monk" Chairs for Molteni, Ivory Canvas, 1974, Set of 8

By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Molteni & C

Located in Lonigo, Veneto

Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Monk" chairs for Molteni, ivory canvas and walnut, 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 Chairs

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Canvas, Walnut

Afra & Tobia Scarpa Africa Chair for Maxalto
Afra & Tobia Scarpa Africa Chair for Maxalto

Afra & Tobia Scarpa Africa Chair for Maxalto

By Maxalto, Afra & Tobia Scarpa

Located in San Francisco, CA

Afra & Tobia Scarpa design "Africa" chair for the Artona line by Maxalto, Italy. Elegant and sophisticated design combining form with function, beautiful to admire and comfortable to...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Chairs

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Leather, Walnut

Monk Dining Chairs by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Molteni, 1970s, Set of 6
Monk Dining Chairs by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Molteni, 1970s, Set of 6

Monk Dining Chairs by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Molteni, 1970s, Set of 6

By Molteni & C, Afra & Tobia Scarpa

Located in bruxelles, BE

Set of 6 chairs in black leather and wood designed by Afra & Tobia Scarpa. Model: Monk. Seat height: 43 cm Wear due to time and age of the chairs. FOR SHIPPING, REQUEST US FOR RECEIV...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Chairs

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Leather, Wood

Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Monk" Chairs for Molteni, Black Leather, 1974, Set of 6
Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Monk" Chairs for Molteni, Black Leather, 1974, Set of 6

Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Monk" Chairs for Molteni, Black Leather, 1974, Set of 6

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 six. The particular feature of this model is the support structure compos...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Chairs

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Leather, Beech

Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Africa" Chair for Maxalto, Dark Brown Leather, 1975
Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Africa" Chair for Maxalto, Dark Brown Leather, 1975

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 and burl, Italy, 1975. Originally hand finished and assembled one-by-one, "Africa" presents a...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Chairs

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Leather, Walnut

Set of 6 Chairs model 925 2, Afra & Tobia Scarpa, 1966, Midcentury Design
Set of 6 Chairs model 925 2, Afra & Tobia Scarpa, 1966, Midcentury Design

Set of 6 Chairs model 925 2, Afra & Tobia Scarpa, 1966, Midcentury Design

By Afra & Tobia Scarpa

Located in New York, NY

The chair model 925 was designed by Afra and Tobias Scarpa in 1966 in Italy. This design is part of the Moma permanent collection. The gorgeous chairs call...

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1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Chairs

Materials

Faux Leather, Wood, Plywood

Afra & Tobia Scarpa "121" Chair for Cassina, Black Lacquered, 1965
Afra & Tobia Scarpa "121" Chair for Cassina, Black Lacquered, 1965

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 Chairs

Materials

Walnut, Plywood

Set of 6 Monk chairs designed by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for Molteni 1974
Set of 6 Monk chairs designed by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for Molteni 1974

Set of 6 Monk chairs designed by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for Molteni 1974

By Afra & Tobia Scarpa

Located in Arezzo, Italy

Set of 6 chairs mod. Monk designed by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for Molteni in 1974. Stained walnut wood frame, natural leather seats. Excellent condition, restored. The whole set has be...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Chairs

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Animal Skin, Wood

Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Dialogo" Chairs for B&B Italia, Cognac, 1973, Set of 14
Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Dialogo" Chairs for B&B Italia, Cognac, 1973, Set of 14

Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Dialogo" Chairs for B&B Italia, Cognac, 1973, Set of 14

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 fourteen. The “Dialogo” chair is a return to the formal solution of the “1...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Chairs

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Leather, Walnut

Monk Dining Chairs by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Molteni, 1970s, Set of 4
Monk Dining Chairs by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Molteni, 1970s, Set of 4

Monk Dining Chairs by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Molteni, 1970s, Set of 4

By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Molteni & C

Located in bruxelles, BE

Set of 4 chairs in black leather and wood designed by Afra & Tobia Scarpa. Model: Monk. Seat height: 42 cm Wear due to time and age. FOR SHIPPING, REQUEST US FOR RECEIVE THE BEST...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Chairs

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Leather, Wood

Afra and Tobia Scarpa Walnut Africa Dining Chair for Maxalto, 1976, Set of 10
Afra and Tobia Scarpa Walnut Africa Dining Chair for Maxalto, 1976, Set of 10

Afra and Tobia Scarpa Walnut Africa Dining Chair for Maxalto, 1976, Set of 10

By Maxalto, Afra & Tobia Scarpa

Located in Vicenza, IT

Set of ten 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 and cognac leather seat. Fully restored in Italy. The main protagonist of the Africa Maxalto...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Chairs

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Brass

Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Dialogo" Chairs for B&B Italia, Cognac, 1973, Set of 12
Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Dialogo" Chairs for B&B Italia, Cognac, 1973, Set of 12

Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Dialogo" Chairs for B&B Italia, Cognac, 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, cognac leather and walnut, Italy, 1973, set of twelve. 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 Chairs

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Leather, Walnut

Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Monk" Chairs for Molteni, Cognac Leather, 1974, Set of 6
Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Monk" Chairs for Molteni, Cognac Leather, 1974, Set of 6

Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Monk" Chairs for Molteni, Cognac Leather, 1974, Set of 6

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 six. The particular feature of this model is the support structure composed o...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Chairs

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Leather, Beech

Afra & Tobia Scarpa ‘Benetton’ Chair, Italy, 1980s
Afra & Tobia Scarpa ‘Benetton’ Chair, Italy, 1980s

Afra & Tobia Scarpa ‘Benetton’ Chair, Italy, 1980s

By Afra & Tobia Scarpa

Located in Aartselaar, BE

Rare, Afra, Scarpa, italian, 1980s, leather, patina, collector's item Designed in 1985 for the Benetton office by the iconic Italian architects Afra & Tobia Scarpa, this chair is a ...

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1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Chairs

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Brass, Steel

Tobia Scarpa Mastro Chairs for Molteni Pair
Tobia Scarpa Mastro Chairs for Molteni Pair

Tobia Scarpa Mastro Chairs for Molteni Pair

By Molteni & C, Afra & Tobia Scarpa

Located in Vancouver, BC

A pair of extremely uncommon Afra & Tobia Scarpa Mastro Chairs. The Mastro design was created on the same structural principle as the Monk chair, but in...

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1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Chairs

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Metal

rare dialogue chair design afra and tobia scarpa for b&b italia 1970s
rare dialogue chair design afra and tobia scarpa for b&b italia 1970s

rare dialogue chair design afra and tobia scarpa for b&b italia 1970s

By Afra & Tobia Scarpa

Located in taranto, IT

rare "dialogo" chair, design afra and tobia scarpa , made in 1974 for b&b italia, version with chromed and lacquered metal frame color yellow gold and seat and back in black fibergla...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Chairs

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Metal

Set of six italian wood chairs leather seats by Afra e Tobia Scarpa, 1970s
Set of six italian wood chairs leather seats by Afra e Tobia Scarpa, 1970s

Set of six italian wood chairs leather seats by Afra e Tobia Scarpa, 1970s

By Mario Marenco, Afra & Tobia Scarpa

Located in Nicolosi, IT

This set of six sculptural dining chairs is a stunning example of Italian modernist design from the 1970s. Designed by the renowned duo Afra and Tobia Scarpa, the chairs feature a di...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Afra & Tobia Scarpa Chairs

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Leather, Wood

Afra & Tobia Scarpa chairs for sale on 1stDibs.

Afra & Tobia Scarpa chairs 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 chairs, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original chairs 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 chairs by Vico Magistretti, Mario Bellini, and Giancarlo Piretti. Prices for Afra & Tobia Scarpa chairs can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $1,005 and can go as high as $108,801, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $18,690.
Questions About Afra & Tobia Scarpa Chairs
  • 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.