Vintage Italian Artona Chair in Wood and Velvet by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Maxalto, 1970s

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About This Piece

Vintage Design

Italian midcentury modern design armchair from the “Artona” serie designed by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Maxalto in the 1970s, with a wooden frame featuring decorative bands created by layering and processing different types of wood, seat and backrest with foam padding and original period velvet fabric upholstery.
The most distinctive features of this armchair are the flat armrests and the backrest, which is shaped and supported by flat solid wood pieces, the shape of which is emphasized by dark piping in various woods.
Production Italy 1980s.

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Creator	Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Manufacturer	Maxalto
Design Period	1970 to 1979
Production Period	1980 to 1989
Country of Manufacture	Italy
Identifying Marks	This piece has been attributed based on archival documentation, such as vintage catalogs, designer records, or other literature sources
Style	Italian, Vintage, Mid-Century, Modernist
Detailed Condition	Very Good — This vintage/antique item has no defects, but it may show slight traces of use.
Restoration and Damage Details	Patina consistent with age and use, Light wear consistent with age and use
Product Code	CC-2430520
Materials	Wood, Velvet
Color	Black, brown
Width	116 cm 116 cm
Depth	85 cm 85 cm
Height	75 cm 75 cm
Seat Height	45 cm
Weight Range	Standard — Between 40kg and 80kg