Erasmo Armchair by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for B&b Italia, 1970s

About This Piece

Vintage Design

Extraordinary Erasmus armchair, masterpiece designed by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for the acclaimed B&B Italia in the 70s.
Design icon of that period, this armchair has been widely advertised in magazines and has made its appearance in various films.
In impeccable conditions, it presents a patina of the time that gives it a lived character, without any damage or breaking of the skin.
For fans of objects with an authentic story, this armchair represents an unparalleled choice. Add a touch of vintage elegance to your space with this fascinating Erasmus armchair.

Product name: Erasmus armchair
Designer: Afra and Tobia Scarpa
Year of design: 70s
Style: vintage
Main materials: skin, wood
Distinctive design: designed by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for B&B Italia, published in magazines and appeared in films
Dimensions: 125x100xh63cm
Comfort: excellent comfort and ergonomic design
Typical use: interior furniture, iconic piece for vintage design lovers
Design icon: it appeared in various films of the 70s and 80s
Versatility: suitable for various settings and furniture styles
Current state of design: excellent condition with a temporal patina that adds character
Additional notes: ideal for those who appreciate objects with an authentic story.

Afra and Tobia Scarpa were two renowned Italian designers known for their significant contribution to the world of design during the second half of the twentieth century. The couple, composed of Afra Bianchin Scarpa (1937-2011) and Tobia Scarpa (1935-), worked together as a creative team for several decades, developing innovative and iconic projects.
Afra and Tobia Scarpa collaborated with some of the most prestigious design companies in the world, including B&B Italia, with which they created many famous works, including the aforementioned Erasmus armchair. Their collaboration with B&B Italia was particularly significant, helping to define the company's style and aesthetics.
The couple's work is characterized by a combination of modern forms, functionality and particular attention to detail. They have significantly influenced Italian design, helping to consolidate Italy as an important center of innovation in the sector.
Afra and Tobia Scarpa have received numerous prizes and awards for their contribution to design, and their works are exhibited in important museums around the world. Their legacy in the world of design continues to be a source of inspiration for fans and professionals in the sector.

B&B Italia is an important Italian furniture design company, founded in 1966 by Piero Ambrogio Busnelli. The company is internationally renowned for the production of contemporary and high quality furniture.
B&B Italia has collaborated with some of the most prestigious designers in the world, helping to define new trends in the furniture design sector. The collaboration with designers such as Afra and Tobia Scarpa, already mentioned, has led to the creation of iconic pieces that influenced the panorama of Italian design.
The company is known for its attention to the quality of materials, technological innovation and ergonomic design. Their furniture often combine aesthetic and functionality, becoming distinctive elements in housing and commercial spaces.

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Creator	Tobia Scarpa
Manufacturer	B&B Italia / C&B Italia
Design Period	1970 to 1979
Production Period	1970 to 1979
Identifying Marks	This piece has an attribution mark
Style	Vintage
Detailed Condition	Good — This vintage/antique item may have some wear such as scratches and other signs of ageing.
Restoration and Damage Details	Light wear consistent with age and use, Patina consistent with age and use
SKU	BAD-1793162
Materials	Aniline Leather
Color	Orange
Width	125 cm 125 cm
Depth	100 cm 100 cm
Height	63 cm 63 cm

Shipping & Delivery

Ships from	Italy
Returns	Returns accepted within fourteen days of delivery, except for Made-to-order items

Sustainability

Carbon Neutral	For every purchase made, Pamono offsets 100% of estimated carbon emissions from global shipping.
Vintage	Choosing vintage and antique furniture reduces your carbon footprint by cutting down on waste and reduces demand for new materials and extends the life of the products we use.

Delivery Options

Front Door Delivery: (Included in Every Order)	A skilled driver will unload the item(s) from the delivery truck and bring it to your building’s doorstep. You will be responsible for further transport beyond that point. We recommend asking a family member or friend for an extra hand; alternatively, you may upgrade to In-Home Delivery (see below). The delivery partner will email and/or call you at least one day in advance to arrange a delivery time. A wooden crate may be used for intercontinental shipments for maximum protection. Item will be left in its packaging after delivery. A signature will be required upon delivery.
In-Home Delivery: (For in-home delivery service, additional fees apply. Please get in touch)	A skilled driver or a team of two will bring your item(s) inside your home and place it in the immediate entryway. For unusually large or heavy items, we recommend asking a family member or friend for an extra hand, as we cannot send more than 2 drivers. The delivery partner will email and/or call you one day in advance to arrange a delivery time. A wooden crate may be used for intercontinental shipments for maximum protection. Item will be left in its packaging after delivery. A signature will be required upon delivery.

Front Door Delivery:
(Included in Every Order)

A skilled driver will unload the item(s) from the delivery truck and bring it to your building’s doorstep. You will be responsible for further transport beyond that point. We recommend asking a family member or friend for an extra hand; alternatively, you may upgrade to In-Home Delivery (see below).
The delivery partner will email and/or call you at least one day in advance to arrange a delivery time.
A wooden crate may be used for intercontinental shipments for maximum protection.
Item will be left in its packaging after delivery.
A signature will be required upon delivery.

In-Home Delivery:
(For in-home delivery service, additional fees apply. Please get in touch)

A skilled driver or a team of two will bring your item(s) inside your home and place it in the immediate entryway. For unusually large or heavy items, we recommend asking a family member or friend for an extra hand, as we cannot send more than 2 drivers.
The delivery partner will email and/or call you one day in advance to arrange a delivery time.
A wooden crate may be used for intercontinental shipments for maximum protection.
Item will be left in its packaging after delivery.
A signature will be required upon delivery.

*Important Note

Please examine every order upon delivery. In the event that there are visible signs of damage or missing or incorrect pieces, please indicate the problem on the Delivery Note and contact us within 48 hours of delivery. A signed delivery receipt without notations of missing, damaged, or incorrect item(s) represents your acceptance of the complete order in perfect condition.

About the Maker

B&B Italia / C&B Italia

The international design company B&B Italia began in 1973 when Piero Ambrogio Busnelli took over C&B Italia, the company he had co-founded with Cesare Cassina. The renamed B&B was thus more of an evolution than a completely new enterprise. Busnelli—who was born in 1926 in Meda, in the northern province of Lombardy—was a true visionary in post-war Italy. As a young designer he surrounded himself with other like-minded artists, and later took chances on up-and-coming talents, like Mario Bellini and Gaetano Pesce, who later followed Busnelli to B&B. From the beginning, the company wanted to set itself apart as a strong, modern Italian brand that was based on an industrial model, utilizing both high-tech production methods and high-tech materials—including plastics and polyurethane foams. It quickly established itself as one of the leading manufacturers of modern Italian design in the second half of the 20th century.

Busnelli located the headquarters in Novedrate in Como, near Milan. It was designed in 1972 by the architects Renzo Piano and Richard Rogers, who had just finished jointly designing the Centre Pompidou in Paris, and the influence is clear. The building’s brave industrial “inside out” aesthetic showcased Busnelli’s willingness to take risks, as well as predict future design stars.

In the mid-1970s, B&B Italia launched Mario Bellini’s Le Bambole sofa (1972). The structureless, yet plump couch pushed the boundaries of design and secured a place for B&B Italia at the forefront of the international design scene, and at the receiving end of many prestigious design prizes. The advertising campaign for Le Bambole provoked as many reactions as the design itself, featuring provocative images taken by photographer Oliviero Toscani of the bare-chested model Donna Jordan on top of Bellini's sofa, and was exhibited at Milan’s Salone del Mobile.

Since then, B&B Italia has collaborated with some of the world's most renowned designers and architects, including , Mario Bellini, Jeffrey Bernett, David Chipperfield, Antonio Citterio, Naoto Fukasawa, Zaha Hadid, Chris Howker, Vico Magistretti, Jean-Marie Massaud, Gaetano Pesce, Paolo Piva, Richard Sapper, Afra and Tobia Scarpa, Richard Schultz, Ettore Sottsass, Studio Kairos, Patricia Urquiola, Jakob Wahner, and Marcel Wanders, among others.

B&B Italia has won four Compasso d’Oro Awards. The first was for Studio Kairos’ Sisamo Wardrobe in 1974, and later Bellini’s Le Bambole in 1979, and Citterio’s Sity Sofa in 1987. In 1989 B&B Italia became the first design manufacturer to be awarded a Compasso d’Oro. The award was given to B&B Italia for "the constant work of integration carried out in order to combine the values of scientific and technological research with those necessary to the functionality and expressiveness of its products." Since the company’s inception in 1966, designers have created over 1000 designs and prototypes, many of which are still in production.

In 2011, Busnelli’s sons, Giorgio and Emanuele, bought the company back from the private equity firm Opera, who obtained a majority stake in 2002. The pair run the company since the death of their father in 2014. In 2016, B&B Italia celebrated its 50th anniversary by showcasing its latest range of limited-edition pieces at the Salone del Mobile furniture fair in Milan.

Images courtesy of B&B Italia