Pigreco chairs Tobia Scarpa Gavina Italy 1957
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Rare set of six Pigreco chairs by Tobia Scarpa for Gavina in Italy in 1957. Every feature of this chair responds to a logic: conveying a “sense of space” to a traditionally static object. The triangle acts as a dynamic element and is reinforced by the two rear legs, which come closer together to give the seat stability without compromising the feeling of lightness that pervades the object. Tobia Scarpa’s graduation project at the University of Venice in 1959, this is the first product ever designed by the Italian architect. The chairs are in fantastic original condition, 2 seats are slightly different in colour. Beautiful woodgrain and woodworking details at the backrest. Priced and sold in a set of 6.
Tobia Scarpa (Venice 1935) works in the field of architecture, design and restoration. Tobia Scarpa graduated in architecture from the University of Venice in 1969 and in that same year won the “Compasso d’Oro”. He has received many other awards as a designer. Some of his works are also on display in the world’s most important museums. With regard to architecture he works with public and private clients, such as the Benetton Group for which he designed the entire industrial complex. The designs for Benetton are still today considered an aesthetic-functional paradigm and a shining example of industrial architecture.
Literature; Repertorio Del Design Italiano 195o~2000 Volume 1 Giuliana Gramigna, page 52.
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| Designer: | Tobia Scarps | |
| Type: | Pigreco chairs | |
| Manufacturer: | Gavina | |
| Year: | 1957 | |
| Country: | Italy | |
| Materials: | Rosewood, leather | |
| Condition: | Very good | |
| Height: | 61/42 cm | |
| Width: | 56 cm | |
| Depth: | 55 cm | |
| Item nr: | SAF21JUN28 / VAS22ME20 |
| Holland / Belgium: | € Free | |
| Europe: | € 150 - 500 | |
| Outside Europe: | € 750 - 1250 |
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