Samo Dining Table by Carlo Scarpa for Simon Gavina, Italy, 1971

The Samo dining table is a sculptural and architectural masterpiece designed by Carlo Scarpa for Simon Gavina’s Ultrarazionale collection. It features an oval gray granite top that appears to float above two fluted, pillar-like bases inspired by classical architecture. The legs are precisely spaced, creating a rhythmic balance between mass and void. Crafted from granite containing natural fossils and shells, the table embodies material honesty and gravitas.

Carlo Scarpa was one of Italy’s most influential architects and designers, celebrated for his deep sensitivity to materials, craftsmanship, and historical reference. His work is characterized by a poetic balance between modernism and classical tradition, often expressed through meticulous detailing. Scarpa approached furniture design with the same architectural rigor as his buildings, treating each object as a spatial and material study. His collaboration with Simon Gavina allowed him to translate architectural ideas into radical, collectible design objects.