Mastro Chair
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The combination of oval, tubular metal and curved plywood in a light blue shade creates an appearance that differs fundamentally. The Mastro chair was designed by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for Molteni in 1980 and still today, it surprises with its innovative forms, freshness and style. The shape and colour both make this item a piece of art, while also being functional and comfortable. Minor wear is visible on the legs and on the paint of the seat and backrest.
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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