The Soriana Chaise: Lounge Chair was originally designed by Afra & Tobia Scarpa and unveiled at the Salone del Mobile in Milan in 1969. Its form expresses beauty and comfort by using a bundle of plush upholstery held by a treated steel clamp.
The Soriana Chaise features an extended seat, functioning as a lounge chair and comfortable daybed.
Shown in Seaglass Chenille with Powder Coated Black Steel Clamp.
The Archetype Forms Soriana Chaise: Lounge Chair is a faithful reproduction of the original Afra & Tobia Scarpa Soriana Chaise Lounge Chair Model 944 05.
The images shown are for illustrative purposes. Actual finishes, patterns, and details may vary slightly due to the nature of materials used and quality refinements. Colors and textures may appear differently across devices and screen settings.
Upholstery
Seaglass Blue | Micro Chenille$1,800.00 USD
This durable micro-chenille is woven into a plush finish, lending a smooth feel and velvet look. Its layered hues add a refined edge to any piece.
COMPOSITION: 100% PES
WEIGHT: 425 g/m²
WYZENBEEK EP: 100k+ Rubs
MARTINDALE ABR. EP: 100k+ Rubs
Chenille
Seaglass Blue | Micro Chenille
Bronzed Saffron | Classic Chenille
Velvet
Obsidian Black | Woven Velvet
Oyster | Etched & Knitted Velvet
Golden Ochre | Woven Velvet
Ember | Woven Velvet
Navyshadow | Woven Velvet
Boucle
Midnight Black | Classic Boucle
Marshmallow White | Classic Boucle
Leather
Black | Aniline Leather 1.1 mm
White | Aniline Leather 1.1 mm
Alabastro | Aniline Leather 1.1 mm
Terra Soffusa | Aniline Leather 1.3 mm
Grigio Sasso | Aniline Leather 1.3 mm
Tangeri | Aniline Leather 1.1 mm
Carminio | Aniline Leather 1.4 mm
Brezza | Aniline Leather
Natural | Leather
Sueded Leather | Nubuck
Black | Aniline Sueded Leather Nubuck: 1.8 mm
Duna | Aniline Sueded Leather Nubuck: 1.4 mm
Ferro | Aniline Sueded Leather Nubuck: 1.1 mm
Verde Acqua | Aniline Sueded Leather Nubuck: 1.8 mm
Abisso | Aniline Sueded Leather Nubuck: 1.4 mm
Carmine | Aniline Sueded Leather
Other Options
Moonrock | Varied Woven
Premium 30µm multilayer chrome plating (2-4x thicker than industry standard) on 304 stainless steel. This finish delivers the highest-shine, most reflective finish available. Regular cleaning with soft cloth and occasional polishing maintains the pristine mirror-like appearance.
BASE: 304 Stainless Steel
FINISH: Multi-Layer 30µm Nickel-Chrome
APPEARANCE: Mirror like; Brightest reflectivity
CARE: Med-high; regular cleaning; chrome polish for extra shine; avoid hard impact or abrasive materials
Black | Powder Coat
White | Powder Coat
Mirror Chrome Plating
Satin Chrome Plating
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Product Information
Product Details
Archetype Forms Soriana Chaise: Lounge Chair
The Soriana Chaise: Lounge Chair features a low, inviting profile and generous, soft contours. It has no internal frame as the steel clamp supports the cushioning while adding an industrial design element. This innovative and unique design with simple construction techniques quickly garnered critical acclaim, winning the Compasso d'Oro award and cementing the Scarpas’ status as leading figures in postmodern Italian design.
The Scarpas' designs are featured in the collections of prestigious institutions such as MoMA and the Louvre Museum.
Shop the Soriana Chaise: Lounge Chair, originally designed by Afra & Tobia Scarpa, online here in Canada & the USA. Pair it with the Soriana 3-Seat Sofa and the Soriana Loveseat for a complete set.
Designer
Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Afra Bianchin and Tobia Scarpa were Italian designers who revolutionized 20th-century furniture and industrial design. They are renowned for their innovative use of materials and forms in architecture, including the renovation of Palazzo Benetton in Treviso.
The Scarpas' furniture designs, such as the iconic Soriana armchair & sofaseries (1969) and the Bastiano sofa (1960), blend traditional craftsmanship with modern production techniques. Their lighting, including the Papillona lamp (1977), further demonstrates their versatility and continue to influence contemporary interiors and product design.
Construction
Base: Wood Panels
Buttons & Fasteners: Plastic, Upholstered
Feet: Plastic & Steel
Upholstery: Custom
Clamp: Powder Coated or Finished Steel
Inner Padding: Polyester Fibre
Reproduction
The Archetype Forms Soriana Chaise: Lounge Chair is a faithful reproduction of the original Afra & Tobia Scarpa Soriana Chaise Lounge Chair Model 944 05.. This item is not manufactured by or affiliated with the original designer(s) and associated parties.
Afra Bianchin and Tobia Scarpa were Italian designers who revolutionized 20th-century furniture and industrial design. They are renowned for their innovative use of materials and forms in architecture, including the renovation of Palazzo Benetton in Treviso.
The Scarpas' furniture designs, such as the iconic Soriana armchair & sofaseries (1969) and the Bastiano sofa (1960), blend traditional craftsmanship with modern production techniques. Their lighting, including the Papillona lamp (1977), further demonstrates their versatility and continue to influence contemporary interiors and product design.
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