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Afra & Tobia Scarpa set of four dining chairs in black leather

Description
This set of four dining chairs were designed by famous Italian designers Afra & Tobia Scarpa. This model shows resemblance to two other of their iconic designs: the 'Monk' chairs (1974) and the 'Dialogo' chairs (1970s) who also have very similar ectangular frames angular backrests. This set of four dining chairs with black leather rests on two frames with the characteristic connections like the 'Monk' chairs. The walnut frame shows the black metal joints like a decorative aspect. The two vertical flat legs are connected on top and on the bottom with two circular pieces. Backrest and seat are made of black saddle leather that show age related signs of wear and rich patina. The edges of the seats and backrests have some small damages due to wear. Please see close-up photos and video for details of the condition.

Afra (1937-2011) & Tobia (1935-) Scarpa have created several of the most iconic designs of Italian design history like the Soriana sofa and the Africa dining chairs. Tobia & Afra designed for numerous major Italian and international companies like Flos, Gavina, B&B Italia, Cassina, Knoll International and many interior projects for numerous companies worldwide.

Documentation:	Documented elsewhere (similar item)
Notes:	https://www.dorotheum.com/de/l/6661076/
Origin:	Italy
Period:	1950-1979
Materials:	walnut, leather
Condition:	Good. The edges of the seats and backrests have some small damages due to wear. Please see close-up photos and video for details of the condition.
Number of Pieces:	4-5
Styles / Movements:	Modern, Mid Century
Incollect Reference #:	574824