Afra & Tobia Scarpa pair of 'Basilan' series sofas for B&B Italia, Italy 1970s

Italy, early 1970s. Manufactured by B&B - Compagnia delle Filippine division. Bamboo and malacca cane structure, fabric upholstery. The Basilian furniture series, designed in the early 1970s by Italian architects Afra and Tobia Scarpa for B&B Italia - Compagnia delle Filippine division, features a distinctive structure made of bamboo panels with a woven lattice of leather strips. This intricate design creates a unique decorative effect, blending natural materials with a sophisticated, modern aesthetic. The series reflects the Scarpas' innovative approach to craftsmanship and functionality, making it a timeless piece of design history.