{"product_id":"set-of-5-zanotta-africa-dining-chairs-by-afra-tobia-scarpa-italy-c-1975","title":"Set of Zanotta 'Africa' Dining Chairs by Afra \u0026 Tobia Scarpa | Italy, c.1975","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"573\" data-start=\"459\"\u003eSet of 6 Zanotta 'Africa' Dining Chairs by Afra \u0026amp; Tobia Scarpa | Italy, c.1975\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"713\" data-start=\"111\"\u003eA rare and highly collectible set of six original 'Africa' dining chairs designed by legendary Italian duo Afra \u0026amp; Tobia Scarpa and produced by Zanotta, Italy. Crafted in the 1970s, these sculptural chairs are celebrated for their elegant combination of solid turned timber frames and thick saddle leather sling seats and backs, embodying the refined craftsmanship and timeless modernism for which the Scarpas are renowned. The Africa chair remains one of the defining Italian designs of the era and is increasingly sought after by collectors worldwide. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"985\" data-start=\"715\"\u003eEach chair retains its original Zanotta maker's stamp (\"ZANOTTA MADE IN ITALY\"), confirming authenticity. The warm timber frames have developed a beautiful vintage patina, while the original grey leather displays the honest wear expected from nearly 50 years of use.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\" data-end=\"1060\" data-start=\"1001\"\u003eThis is an original vintage set sold in as-found condition.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"1584\" data-start=\"1062\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1117\" data-start=\"1062\" data-section-id=\"1e7aqq\"\u003e5 chairs are structurally sound and fully functional.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1117\" data-start=\"1062\" data-section-id=\"1e7aqq\"\u003e1 chair \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eis included for restoration or parts. It requires new leather (seat and support straps) but retains the complete timber frame and components.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1160\" data-start=\"1118\" data-section-id=\"1j0ejqz\"\u003eOriginal grey saddle leather throughout.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1255\" data-start=\"1161\" data-section-id=\"rr43xv\"\u003eLeather shows significant age-related wear including scratches, scuffs, creasing and patina.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1304\" data-start=\"1256\" data-section-id=\"w6c5wo\"\u003eOne chair has a tear through the seat leather.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1381\" data-start=\"1305\" data-section-id=\"qxoyx0\"\u003eTimber frames show general wear, knocks and scratches consistent with age.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1770\" data-start=\"1586\"\u003eThese chairs would suit collectors seeking authentic Italian design with original patina, or someone wishing to professionally restore the leather while preserving the original frames.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeasures\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e77cm height to tops of rounded points\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eleather seat area is 40 x 43cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eFront legs are 47cm height\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eShipping \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLocation - \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCaulfield 3161\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eThis item is available for local pick up or interstate courier.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuyer is to arrange pick up or courier within two weeks of purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vintage Furniture","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49485321634020,"sku":null,"price":6000.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0222\/2184\/8648\/files\/C4C64156-4824-4718-97D9-7DCCEE15FFE4.jpg?v=1785788293","url":"https:\/\/www.curatedspaces.com.au\/products\/set-of-5-zanotta-africa-dining-chairs-by-afra-tobia-scarpa-italy-c-1975","provider":"Curated Spaces","version":"1.0","type":"link"}