Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Husband-and-wife-duo Afra (1937-2011) and Tobia Scarpa (b.1935) designed together for over fifty years, collaborating with design and fashion houses to create iconic pieces that epitomise fine Italian design.
Pared-back elegant shapes and comfort were the priorities of Afra and Tobia Scarpa when they set up their studio in 1960. They were soon working with the likes of B&B Italia and Cassina, the latter of which saw them produce the gorgeously plump Soriana sofa and Model 121 chairs.
Their pieces can now be found in design museums across the world, and the duo’s original designs have found favour with a whole new generation. Since the passing of Afra Scarpa, Tobia has completed the Gallerie delle Prigioni in Treviso and continues to consult on large architectural projects.
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Afra & Tobia ScarpaLeather and Walnut SideboardItaly, 1975£ 8,800.00
Burl walnut top, leather fronts, marble detailing
H84 x W250 x D53 cm -
Afra & Tobia ScarpaFior di Loto Pendant LightFor Flos£ 2,200.00
Italy, c.1960s
Brass pendant light, adjustable, with spiral cord
H68 x D43 cm -
Afra & Tobia ScarpaSet of Four 121 Dining ChairsFor Cassina£ 8,000.00
Italy, 1965
Walnut wood, original moleskin fabric
H82 x W47 x D57 cm -
Afra & Tobia ScarpaPair of 'Foglio' wall lights1966£ 1,200.00
For Flos
Chromed and enamelled aluminium
H21 x W37 x D10 cm -
Afra & Tobia ScarpaFour Mastro ChairsItaly, c.1980s£ 6,200.00
Lacquered steel legs, original yellow fabric
W52 x H77 x D45 x SH44 cm -
Afra & Tobia ScarpaFour Mastro Chairsfor Molteni£ 6,200.00
c.1970s
Lacquered steel legs and original fabric
H76 x W50 x D46 cm
