Maxalto Armchair
Founded in 1975 alongside B&B Italia, Maxalto is a brand born under the artistic leadership of Afra and Tobia Scarpa. The name "Maxalto" comes from the Venetian dialect "Massa alto," meaning "the highest." The brand's goal is to reinterpret the past while maintaining the highest level of craftsmanship and material quality. This armchair from 1975 is a popular and highly sought-after piece as a part of the well-known Artona series under Maxalto, the piece is made of solid walnut and black leather cushions, creating a beautiful composition. The curved lines on the backrest showcase the craftsmanship and artistry of the designer duo. The main protagonist of the Artona Maxalto series is wood. It’s a primary material, a strong representative of everyday life. With these design collections, it has become a living material, from the forest right to the home office or the living room. It’s the life of the wood that never stops being fashionable. This item is in a very nice vintage condition with minor signs of use.
Afra and Tobia Scarpa are award winning postmodern Italian architects and designers. Their pieces can be found in museums across the United States and Europe, including collections in MoMA and the Louvre Museum. They have collaborated with companies such as B&B Italia, San Lorenzo Silver, and Knoll International. They have won a number of awards such as the Compasso d'Oro in 1969 to the International Forum Design in 1992. Their design work consists of architecture and everyday household items including, furniture, clothing, interior design, art glass. They focused on the technical and aesthetic possibilities of materials in their designs. The couple was greatly influenced by Tobia’s father, Carlo Scarpa, a Venetian architect and designer.
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