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A Set of 6 Africa Chairs by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Maxalto, 1970s
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The Africa Chairs designed by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Maxalto in the 1970s are iconic pieces of Italian furniture that reflect the Scarpa duo's innovative design ethos and mastery of craftsmanship. Afra (1937-2011) and Tobia (1935-2020) Scarpa were renowned Italian architects and designers celebrated for their modernist approach and ability to blend traditional craftsmanship with contemporary aesthetics. The Africa Chairs are characterized by their distinctive and sculptural design, inspired by organic forms found in nature. The chairs feature a unique silhouette with sinuous lines and a flowing, organic shape that evokes the contours of tree branches or roots. This organic design language creates an intriguing juxtaposition of natural elements and modernist design principles. Set of 6 chairs width 56 cm height 78.5 cm
The Africa Chairs designed by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Maxalto in the 1970s are iconic pieces of Italian furniture that reflect the Scarpa duo's innovative design ethos and mastery of craftsmanship. Afra (1937-2011) and Tobia (1935-2020) Scarpa were renowned Italian architects and designers celebrated for their modernist approach and ability to blend traditional craftsmanship with contemporary aesthetics. The Africa Chairs are characterized by their distinctive and sculptural design, inspired by organic forms found in nature. The chairs feature a unique silhouette with sinuous lines and a flowing, organic shape that evokes the contours of tree branches or roots. This organic design language creates an intriguing juxtaposition of natural elements and modernist design principles. Set of 6 chairs width 56 cm height 78.5 cm
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The Africa Chairs designed by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Maxalto in the 1970s are iconic pieces of Italian furniture that reflect the Scarpa duo's innovative design ethos and mastery of craftsmanship. Afra (1937-2011) and Tobia (1935-2020) Scarpa were renowned Italian architects and designers celebrated for their modernist approach and ability to blend traditional craftsmanship with contemporary aesthetics. The Africa Chairs are characterized by their distinctive and sculptural design, inspired by organic forms found in nature. The chairs feature a unique silhouette with sinuous lines and a flowing, organic shape that evokes the contours of tree branches or roots. This organic design language creates an intriguing juxtaposition of natural elements and modernist design principles. Set of 6 chairs width 56 cm height 78.5 cm
The Africa Chairs designed by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Maxalto in the 1970s are iconic pieces of Italian furniture that reflect the Scarpa duo's innovative design ethos and mastery of craftsmanship. Afra (1937-2011) and Tobia (1935-2020) Scarpa were renowned Italian architects and designers celebrated for their modernist approach and ability to blend traditional craftsmanship with contemporary aesthetics. The Africa Chairs are characterized by their distinctive and sculptural design, inspired by organic forms found in nature. The chairs feature a unique silhouette with sinuous lines and a flowing, organic shape that evokes the contours of tree branches or roots. This organic design language creates an intriguing juxtaposition of natural elements and modernist design principles. Set of 6 chairs width 56 cm height 78.5 cm
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