Six Monk Dining Chairs, Afra and Tobia Scarpa, 1973

An iconic set of Monk dining chairs designed by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for Molteni, Italy, 1973. A defining piece of Italian mid-century modern design, the Monk chair is celebrated for its monastic simplicity and refined materiality.

This set of six chairs features new canvas upholstery and gently refreshed timber frames.

Afra and Tobia Scarpa were a husband-and-wife team of architects and designers recognised for their contribution to Italian modern design. They worked across various disciplines, from furniture to architecture, always focusing on elegant and functional solutions.

Crafted with a solid timber frame, the design features a sculptural structure paired with a suspended canvas seat and backrest, creating both comfort and visual lightness. 

Sourced in Europe, these original vintage dining chairs bring authenticity, provenance and a strong design presence to the dining space. Their clean, minimal form allows them to pair effortlessly with both mid-century and contemporary interiors.

A highly sought-after example of 1970s Italian furniture design, with limited availability in Australia.

$19,800 for the set of 6

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52w x 46d x 75h (in cm)

Condition: Small nicks & blemishes on the timber frames, as expected for age. The new canvas upholstery is in as-new condition, other than a small water or oil stain/discolouration (approximately 1.5cm diameter) on one seat.

Shipping rates: 

Sydney metro $400

Melbourne / Brisbane $650

Regional NSW / Canberra $650

Adelaide / Perth / Regional VIC or QLD $750

SKU 121