Afra & Tobia Scarpa “Soriana” three-seater for Cassina, velvet and chromed steel, Italy, 1969.
Although technically designed in the 1960s, the “Soriana” model by the Italian duo Tobia and Afra Scarpa is firmly associated with the next decade, when its popularity peaked. “Soriana” is low and invites you to sink into its curves. Its most notable feature, however, is the Minimalist structure in chromed steel. This external structure in steel rod keeps the cover taut using buttons at the seat, allowing it curl in the points where it folds to descend along the sides and back. The metal parts, creating a T shape, embrace the seat and enclose the polyurethane filter like a vice. “Soriana” won the Compasso d’Oro prize in 1970.
A special project made possible this limited edition of “Soriana”. Our atelier carefully restored this vintage edition using the ‘Nap’ velvet.
We offer custom restoration and special reupholstering on request. Our atelier enhances Italy’s excellence by providing dedicated and tailor-made customization services. Contact us for additional information.
Height: 25.6 in (65 cm)
Width: 98.43 in (250 cm)
Depth: 39.38 in (100 cm)
Seat Height: 15.36 in (39 cm)
1969
1960-1969
Chrome, Velvet
Our atelier carefully restored and reupholstered the sofa in ‘Nap’ velvet. Slight signs of use and time.
The sofa can be reupholstered in any material. Our atelier would be glad to customize the finishing of your piece.