Afra & Tobia Scarpa 'Basilan' Series Sofa for B&B Italia,Italy 1970s

Italy, early 1970s. Manufactured by B&B - Compagnia delle Filippine division

Bamboo and malacca cane structure, fabric upholstery

The Basilian furniture series, designed in the early 1970s by Italian architects Afra and Tobia Scarpa for B&B Italia - Compagnia delle Filippine division, features a distinctive structure made of bamboo panels with a woven lattice of leather strips. This intricate design creates a unique decorative effect, blending natural materials with a sophisticated, modern aesthetic. The series reflects the Scarpa's innovative approach to craftsmanship and functionality, making it a timeless piece of design history.

w 124/ D 80 / H 76 cm