B&B Italia Seating
Italian
In 1966, Piero Ambrogio Busnelli cofounded C&B Italia, a modern Italian furniture manufacturer, with Cesare Cassina in northern Milan. From the outset, Busnelli and Cassina set about recruiting the most talented modernists in Italy to conceive of creative furnishings manufactured in modern ways. In the early 1970s, the company split, with Cassina founding his own eponymous firm and Busnelli taking leadership of what became B&B Italia.
For decades, Busnelli cultivated relationships with the world’s best design talent, resulting in furniture pieces that remain iconic today — be they Gaetano Pesce’s outwardly curvaceous Up seating (made for C&B, reintroduced by B&B) or tables from industrial designer Paolo Piva, each more sophisticated than the next in their geometrically complex steel-tube bases. B&B Italia earned four prestigious Compasso d’Oro design awards: in 1979 for Mario Bellini’s Le Bambole, in 1984 for the Sisamo wardrobe system by Studio Kairos, in 1987 for Antonio Citterio’s modular Sity sofa and, in 1989, the first award given to a manufacturing company itself.
Other notable names who designed for B&B Italia over the course of its 54-year history include Patricia Urquiola, Naoto Fukasawa, Zaha Hadid, Ettore Sottsass and Vincent Van Duysen, to name a very few. And while these names bring star power to the B&B brand, in many cases, it was B&B Italia who helped usher in their celebrity, fostering a wave of design talent on the world stage.
The company’s forward-thinking vision manifested in its own headquarters, too: In 1972, B&B Italia tapped architects Renzo Piano and Richard Rogers to design a steel-framed, postmodern-style home for the brand, whose crisscrossing metal exoskeleton is reminiscent of the pair’s Centre Pompidou in Paris, which was built at roughly the same time. Now, B&B Italia manages a contract division and outdoor section as well as its residential arm, and it also controls production for Maxalto, a brand spun out with furniture designs by Antonio Citterio.
At 1stDibs, find a range of vintage B&B Italia furniture — including sofas, cocktail tables and more.
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Creator: B&B Italia
Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" Sofa for B&B Italia, Black Leather, 1970, Set of 3
By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" modular sofa for B&B Italia, black leather, Italy, 1970, three elements.
"Camaleonda" is an icon, rediscovered. First designed in 1970 by Mario Belli...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage B&B Italia Seating
Materials
Leather, Plastic
B&B Italia Sofa Diesis Leder weiß Couch Antonio Citterio Paolo Nava
By Antonio Citterio, Paolo Nava, B&B Italia
Located in Berlin, DE
Wir bieten ein wunderschönes und äußerst hochwertiges Zweisitzer Sofa vom italienischen Traditionshersteller B&B Italia zum Verkauf an. Der Entwurf stammt von Antonio Citterio und Pa...
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2010s Italian Post-Modern B&B Italia Seating
Materials
Aluminum, Steel
Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" Sofa for B&B Italia, Ivory Bouclé, 1970, Set of 4
By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" modular sofa for B&B Italia, ivory bouclé, Italy, 1970, set of four.
"Camaleonda" is an icon, rediscovered. It was one of the truly modular sofa designs,...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage B&B Italia Seating
Materials
Bouclé, Plastic
Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" Sofa for B&B Italia, Two-tone Velvet, Set of 8
By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" modular sofa for B&B Italia, velvet, metal and plastic, Italy, 1970, eight elements.
"Camaleonda" is an icon, redis...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage B&B Italia Seating
Materials
Plastic, Velvet
"Le Bambole" Sofa by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia, 1970s
By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini
Located in bruxelles, BE
Brown leather sofa, model: Le Bambole by Mario Bellini. Seat height: 41 cm. Stamped B&B Italia on the underside. Wear due to time and age of the sofa.
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage B&B Italia Seating
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Leather
Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" Sofa for B&B Italia, Ivory Bouclé, 1970, Set of 6
By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" modular sofa for B&B Italia, ivory bouclé, Italy, 1970, set of six.
"Camaleonda" is an icon, rediscovered. It was one of the truly modular sofa designs, e...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage B&B Italia Seating
Materials
Bouclé, Plastic
Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" Modular Sofa for B&B Italia, Laguna Velvet, 1970
By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" modular sofa for B&B Italia, Laguna velvet, metal and plastic, Italy, 1970, set of four.
"Camaleonda" is an icon, redis...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage B&B Italia Seating
Materials
Velvet, Plastic
Pair of 1970s fabric armchairs mod. Coronado design Afra
Tobia Scarpa
By Afra
Tobia Scarpa, B&B Italia
Located in None, IT
Pair of armchairs with metal frame and brown fabric upholstery. Coronado model, design Afra and Tobia Scarpa for B&B, 1970s.
CONDITION:
In good condition, may show signs of wear giv...
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1970s Italian Modern Vintage B&B Italia Seating
Materials
Metal
$1,788 Sale Price
40% Off
Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" Sofa for B&B Italia, Green Velvet, 1970, Set of 6
By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" modular sofa for B&B Italia, green velvet, Italy, 1970, set of six.
"Camaleonda" is an icon, rediscovered. Our atelier carefully restored this vintage...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage B&B Italia Seating
Materials
Plastic, Velvet
Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" Sofa for B&B Italia, Dark Green, 1970, Set of 3
By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Mario Bellini “Camaleonda” modular sofa for B&B Italia, dark green leather, 1970, set of three.
“Camaleonda” is an icon, rediscovered. It was one of the truly modular sofa desig...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage B&B Italia Seating
Materials
Leather
Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" Sofa for B&B Italia, Ivory Bouclè, 1970, Set of 3
By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" modular sofa for B&B Italia, ivory bouclé, Italy, 1970, set of three.
"Camaleonda" is an icon, rediscovered. It was one of the truly modular sofa des...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage B&B Italia Seating
Materials
Bouclé, Plastic
Mid-Century Modern Amanta 24 armchair modular sofa Mario Bellini B&B Italia 1970
By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini
Located in Nicolosi, IT
Mid-Century Modern Amanta 24 Armchair Modular Sofa by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia, 1970s
This exceptional set of 10 Amanta 24 lounge chairs, designed by Mario Bellini for B&B Itali...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage B&B Italia Seating
Materials
Fabric, Plastic
AMANTA Modular Sofa Set by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia
By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia, C&B Italia
Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN
Vintage Midcentury Modern Italian Design "AMANTA" Modular Sofa / Lounge Chair set by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia / C&B Italia. Made in Italy, 1970's period. Marked with original lab...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage B&B Italia Seating
Materials
Leather, Plastic
Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" Sofa for B&B Italia, Ivory Bouclé, 1970, Set of 2
By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" modular sofa for B&B Italia, ivory bouclé, Italy, 1970, two elements.
"Camaleonda" is an icon, rediscovered. It was one of the truly modular sofa des...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage B&B Italia Seating
Materials
Bouclé, Plastic
Newly Pierre Frey Upholstered Amanta Lounges by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia
By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia
Located in Grand Cayman, KY
Set of 2 iconic vintage Mid Century Modern Amanta lounges by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia. Newly upholstered in spectacular Pierre Frey fabric: CHROMA
F4019017 - Pêche. Very sturdy a...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern B&B Italia Seating
Materials
Fabric, Fiberglass
Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" Sofa for B&B Italia, Wool Bouclé, 1970, Set of 3
By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" modular sofa for B&B Italia, ivory wool bouclé, Italy, 1970, three elements.
"Camaleonda" is an icon, rediscovered. It was one of the truly modular sofa ...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage B&B Italia Seating
Materials
Bouclé, Plastic
Pair Vintage Afra
Tobia Scarpa Leather "Coronado" Lounge Chairs
Footstool
By B&B Italia, Afra
Tobia Scarpa
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A plush pair of vintage "Coronado" lounge chairs with footstool in lovely original top-grain light brown leather designed by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for B&B Italia. Gorgeous Italian leat...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage B&B Italia Seating
Materials
Steel
$3,149 Sale Price
30% Off
Mario Bellini Brown Alpaca Velvet Camaleonda Sofa for B&B Italia, 1972, Set of 5
By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini
Located in Vicenza, IT
Camaleonda sofa, designed by Mario Bellini and manufactured by B&B Italia in 1972.
The set features three modules with big backrest, and two modules with small backrest.
Alpaca...
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1970s Italian Space Age Vintage B&B Italia Seating
Materials
Velvet, Foam, Alpaca
Camaleonda
Sofa by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia in Emerald Green Corduroy
By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning, four Piece 'Camaleonda' sofa in emerald green corduroy fabric. Originally designed in 1970 and commercially released in 1972, Bellini combined two terms that accurately dep...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage B&B Italia Seating
Materials
Upholstery
Paolo Piva
Arca
sofa for B&B Italia, Italy 1980s
By B&B Italia, Paolo Piva
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Arca two seater sofa with right and left armrest provided with transparent glass serving tables which swing out from under the armrest.
Framework made of structural steel embedded i...
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1980s Italian Modern Vintage B&B Italia Seating
Materials
Steel
$4,950 / item
"Camaleonda" Sofa modular by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia, 1970s
By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia
Located in bruxelles, BE
Sofa in green fabric. There are 4 large pieces and an ottoman. Seat height: 35 cm. Dimensions of one piece: H: 65 cm W: 93 cm D: 93 cm
Dimensions of the ottoman : H : 35 cm W : 93 cm...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage B&B Italia Seating
Materials
Fabric
Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" Sofa for B&B Italia, Black Leather, 1970, Set of 2
By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" modular sofa for B&B Italia, black leather, Italy, 1970, set of 2
"Camaleonda" is an icon, rediscovered. First designed in 1970 by Mario Bellini, it was o...
Category
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage B&B Italia Seating
Materials
Leather, Plastic
Mario Bellini “Camaleonda” Sofa for B&B Italia, Rust Brown, 1970, Set of 6
By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" modular sofa for B&B Italia, rust brown velvet, Italy, 1970, set of six.
“Camaleonda” is an icon, rediscovered. It was one of the truly modular sofa d...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage B&B Italia Seating
Materials
Velvet
"Ottomama" Four Seater Sofa Designed in Italy by B&B Italia, Dated 1985
By B&B Italia
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage four seater sofa designed and manufactured in Italy by B&B Italia.
The sofa is part of the "Ottomama" collection and manufactured for the American branch of B&B Italia that ...
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1980s Italian Modern Vintage B&B Italia Seating
Materials
Metal
B&B Italia Michel Club Modular Sofa by Antonio Citterio
By B&B Italia, Antonio Citterio
Located in Basildon, London
Introducing the epitome of luxury and comfort - the Michel Club Modular Sofa by B&B Italia. Crafted with the finest materials and designed with the utmost attention to detail, this s...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern B&B Italia Seating
Materials
Metal
$21,937 Sale Price
30% Off
Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" Sofa for B&B Italia, Cognac Leather, 1970, Set of 5
By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" modular sofa for B&B Italia, cognac leather, Italy, 1970, set of five.
"Camaleonda" is an icon, rediscovered. First designed in 1970 by Mario Bellini...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage B&B Italia Seating
Materials
Leather, Plastic
2004 Uwe Fischer for B&B Italia Sina Swivel Arm Dining / Desk Chairs in Leather
By B&B Italia, Uwe Fischer
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Sina swivel arm chair by B&B Italia. The chair was designed by Uwe Fischer and introduced in 1999. These particular examples date to 2004. They are upholstered in high qual...
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Early 2000s Italian Modern B&B Italia Seating
Materials
Aluminum
Ornate Camaleonda Sofa by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia, Italy, 1970s
By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia
Located in Antwerp, BE
Camaleonda modular sofa by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia, a timeless piece of furniture that emerged in the design scene during the 1970s. Comprising three large and three smaller...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage B&B Italia Seating
Materials
Fabric
Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" Sofa for B&B Italia, Sand Beige, 1970, Set of 5
By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" modular sofa for B&B Italia, sand beige leather, Italy, 1970, five elements.
"Camaleonda" is an icon, rediscovered. First designed in 1970 by Mario Be...
Category
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage B&B Italia Seating
Materials
Leather, Plastic
Amanta Modular Lounge Chairs by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia
By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia
Located in Chicago, IL
c. 1976. Price is for the set. Contact us if you’d like to purchase a single item. Previously reupholstered in beige leather. Rare and hard to find.
Category
1970s Italian Post-Modern Vintage B&B Italia Seating
Materials
Leather, Plastic
Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" Sofa for B&B Italia, Black Leather, 1970, Set of 4
By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" modular sofa for B&B Italia, black leather, Italy, 1970, set of four.
"Camaleonda" is an icon, rediscovered. First designed in 1970 by Mario Bellini,...
Category
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage B&B Italia Seating
Materials
Leather, Plastic
B&B Italia by Antonio Citterio Brown Velvet Richard Ottoman
By Antonio Citterio, B&B Italia
Located in Basildon, London
Originally designed by Antonio Citterio for B&B Italia in 2016, the Richard sofa collection is a fantastic example of contemporary Italian design.
Constructed from a tubular steel ...
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2010s Italian B&B Italia Seating
Materials
Fabric
Mario Bellini “Camaleonda” Sofa for B&B Italia, Rust Brown, 1970, Set of 5
By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" modular sofa for B&B Italia, rust brown velvet, Italy, 1970, set of five.
“Camaleonda” is an icon, rediscovered. It was one of the truly modular sofa desi...
Category
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage B&B Italia Seating
Materials
Velvet
Mario Bellini, Le Bambole, Sofa, B&B Italia, 1970s
By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Introducing the Le Bambole sofa by renowned designer Mario Bellini, upholstered in luxurious bouclé fabric, an exquisite addition to elevate any interior space. With its sleek lines ...
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1970s Italian Modern Vintage B&B Italia Seating
Materials
Bouclé
Mario Bellini Bambole 2 Seat Sofa B&B Italia, Italy, 1973
By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Highly cosy so called 'Bambole' 2-seater sofa designed by Mario Bellini and manufactured by B&B Italia, Italy 1973. This sofa was designed in 1973 and turned quickly to one of B&B It...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage B&B Italia Seating
Materials
Leather
Mario Bellini “Le Bambole” Armchairs for B&B Italia, Dark Brown, 1971, Set of 2
By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Mario Bellini “Le Bambole” armchairs for B&B Italia, dark brown suede, Italy, 1971, set of two.
The search for a new shape for uphol...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage B&B Italia Seating
Materials
Foam
Afra
Tobia Scarpa "Dialogo" Chairs for B&B Italia, Cognac, 1973, Set of 10
By Afra
Tobia Scarpa, B&B Italia
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Afra
Tobia Scarpa "Dialogo" dining chairs with armrests for B&B Italia, cognac leather, Italy, 1973, set of ten.
"Dialogo", in substance, is a return to the formal solutio...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage B&B Italia Seating
Materials
Leather, Walnut
Iconic Camaleonda Sofa by Mario Bellini – Newly Upholstered Black Cotton, 1973
By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini
Located in IT
This iconic Camaleonda Sofa, designed by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia in 1973, has been newly upholstered in luxurious 100% Italian black cotton fabric. The sofa features two pieces with a single armrest...
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern B&B Italia Seating
Materials
Cotton
Mario Bellini “Le Bambole” Sofa for B&B Italia, Camel Velvet, 1971, Set of 2
By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Mario Bellini “Le Bambole” modular sofa for B&B Italia, camel velvet, Italy, 1971, set of two
The search for a new shape for upholstered furniture: al...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage B&B Italia Seating
Materials
Velvet, Foam
Erasmo black leather sofa by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for B&B Italia, 1960s
By Afra
Tobia Scarpa, B&B Italia
Located in Milano, IT
Erasmo leather sofa by Tobia Scarpa for B&B Italia, 1960s
Modular sofa model Erasmo, consisting of two armchairs. Upholstered in black leather, signs of time are highlighted in the p...
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1960s Italian Modern Vintage B&B Italia Seating
Materials
Metal
Set of 2 Camaleonda armchairs and pouf by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia, 1970s
By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia
Located in taranto, IT
Set of 3 modular elements of the world-famous "Camaleonda" by Mario Bellini, for B&B Italia, a timeless iconic piece that revolutionized the design of the 1970s, in this version, con...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage B&B Italia Seating
Materials
Fabric
1970s Mario Bellini 5-Piece Bambole Sofa Set for B&B Italia
By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini
Located in Grand Cayman, KY
Discover the timeless Organic Modern elegance of the original 1970s Le Bambole Italian sofa set with beige woven wool upholstery in superb condition. A Mid-Century Modern Italian masterpiece by the renowned Italian designer Mario Bellini and manufactured by B&B Italia. It was an instant success on launch in 1971. Today, it commands an extreme desirability as it's timeless playful aesthetic fits so well with both period and contemporary interiors. This vintage collection combines luxurious comfort, captivating aesthetics, and a rich history. Crafted with utmost precision, the set consists of three armchairs, one corner armchair, and one ottoman...
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1970s Italian Organic Modern Vintage B&B Italia Seating
Materials
Wool, Upholstery
Le Bambole Chaise by Mario Bellini B&B Italia
By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia
Located in Raleigh, NC
B&B Italia chaise lounge Le Bambole
1972 design by Mario Bellini
Italian chaise made of heavy foam and newly upholstered in leather
A great design from ...
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1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage B&B Italia Seating
Materials
Leather
1980s B&B Italia Antonio Citterio Sity Sofa Sectional in Maroon and Eggshell
By Antonio Citterio, B&B Italia
Located in Basel, BS
Magnificent and very comfortable vintage Antonio Citterio 1980s Sity Sofa for B&B Italia. The Manufacturer's mark is present. The sofa is completely made of a very high quality eggsh...
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1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage B&B Italia Seating
Materials
Metal
$11,638 Sale Price
20% Off
Mario Bellini “Le Bambole” Armchair for B&B Italia, 1971 (First Edition)
By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia
Located in Argelato, BO
Mario Bellini, Armchair model "Le Bambole" first edition for B&B Italia, 1971.
The armchair, an authentic icon of Italian design, is the work of Mario Bellini, one of the most impor...
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1970s Italian Post-Modern Vintage B&B Italia Seating
Materials
Leather, Foam
B&B Italia by Antonio Citterio Luta White and Green Accent Chairs, Set of 4
By Antonio Citterio, B&B Italia
Located in Basildon, London
Designed by Antonio Citterio for B&B Italia in 2000, the Iuta chair has become an iconic design for the brand.
Constructed from a light steel mesh spraye...
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Early 2000s Italian B&B Italia Seating
Materials
Metal
$1,125 Sale Price / set
54% Off
Mario Bellini Le Bambole Lounge Chairs, B&B Italia, 1970s
By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
A beautiful pair of Mario Bellini Le Bambole lounge chairs, newly upholstered in a premium brown / grey 100% Alpaca fabric, produced by B&B Italia...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern B&B Italia Seating
Materials
Alpaca
Mario Bellini Bambole lounge chair B&B Italia 1972
By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Iconic Bambole lounge chair and poof designed by Mario Bellini and manufactured by B&B Italia in 1972. The Le Bambole collection marked a breakthrough i...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage B&B Italia Seating
Materials
Bouclé
Mario Bellini Reupholstered
Camaleonda
Lounge Chair with Ottoman White Boucle
By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Mario Bellini for B&B Italia, reupholstered 'Camaleonda' lounge chair with ottoman, boucle, metal, Italy, design 1970
The iconic Camaleonda design is conceived by Italian master Mar...
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1970s Italian Post-Modern Vintage B&B Italia Seating
Materials
Metal
Mario Bellini “Camaleonda” Sofa for B&B Italia, Rust Brown, 1970, Set of 3
By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" modular sofa for B&B Italia, rust brown velvet, Italy, 1970, set of three.
“Camaleonda” is an icon, rediscovered. It was one of the truly modular sofa des...
Category
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage B&B Italia Seating
Materials
Velvet
Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" Sofa for B&B Italia, Wool Bouclé, 1970, Set of 3
By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" modular sofa for B&B Italia, ivory wool bouclé, Italy, 1970, three elements.
"Camaleonda" is an icon, rediscovered. It was one of the truly modular sofa ...
Category
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage B&B Italia Seating
Materials
Bouclé, Plastic
Mario Bellini for B&B Italia Amanta Sectional Sofa/Lounge Chairs, 1973
By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A pair of 'Amanta' cognac brown leather and fiberglass lounge chairs, originally designed in Italy by Mario Bellini for C&B Italia in 1966. The design was extremely popular and in gr...
Category
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage B&B Italia Seating
Materials
Leather, Fiberglass
$3,120 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Black Leather Alma Chair by Roberto Barbieri for B&B Italia
By B&B Italia, Barbieri e Marianelli
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Similar to his classic Lia chair for Zanotta, Roberto Barbieri’s late 1990s-early 2000s design for the Alma chair is perfect in its simplicity: polished aluminum metal frame, black l...
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Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern B&B Italia Seating
Materials
Metal
1980s B&b Italia Antonio Citterio Sity Sofa Sectional in Green and Eggshell-- 2
By Antonio Citterio, B&B Italia
Located in Basel, BS
Magnificent and very comfortable vintage Antonio Citterio 1980s Sity Sofa for B&B Italia. The Manufacturer's mark is present. The sofa is completely made of a very high quality eggsh...
Category
1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage B&B Italia Seating
Materials
Metal
$7,403 Sale Price
20% Off
Ivory “Camaleonda” Modular Sofa in 4 Segments by Mario Bellini, Italy 1971
By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia
Located in Utrecht, NL
The “Camaleonda” (Italian word play combining the words ‘chameleon’ and ‘wave’) sofa is Mario Bellini’s contemporary classic. The playful, modular design offers endless options for the user, which also inspired the model’s name. Camaleonda has passed through 5 decades of design history as a true icon.
The modules of the sofa defined the aesthetics of an entire era of interior design, and are constantly featured in most international design. The elements that have made this sofa a contemporary classic are the individual modules, their original cutting patterns and the polyurethane padding that forms the characteristic capitonné (a style of upholstery in which the material is drawn in at intervals) design. The four separate segments of this “Camaleonda” were manufactured with the innovative system of cables, hooks and rings created by Bellini in 1970, which defines the characteristic look and modularity.
The fundamental characteristic of Camaleonda is its unlimited modularity, a geometric pattern that allows each element to become an enormous pixel through which to define your home environment. The four modules’ versatility and the attached tie-rods and rings make it possible to create custom forms. Furthermore, the modules can be unhooked and recombined at will, allowing the sofa to adapt to an evolving taste and needs. A concept which is dear to Mario Bellini: “Of all the objects I have designed, Camaleonda is perhaps the best in terms of its sense of freedom. There are infinite numbers of possible configurations.”
Condition:
In good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use. The four modules have been reupholstered recently in premium bouclé fabric.
Dimensions:
Big segment:
37.40 in W x 37.40 in D x 27.55 in H (with back)
95 cm W x 95 cm D x 70 cm H (with back)
Small segment:
25.59 in W x 37.40 in D x 27.55 in H (with back)
65 cm W x 95 cm D x 70 cm H (with back)
Literature:
Domus n. 523, giugno 1973, pubblicità; G. Gramigna, Repertorio del design italiano 1950 - 1980, Milano 1985, p. 341.
About the designer:
Mario Bellini (born February 1, 1935, Milan) is an internationally renowned Italian architect and designer. He received the Golden Compass Award eight times and the Medaglia d’Oro, that was conferred on him by the President of the Italian Republic. The MoMA in New York already dedicated a personal retrospective exhibition to him in 1987. At the time the museum already included 25 of his works in its permanent collection, including a remarkable set of Olivetti machines as well as the furniture for B&B and Cassina.
He graduated from the Milan Polytechnic - Faculty of Architecture in 1959 and began working as an architect himself in the early 1960s. Like many other Italian architects, his activities range from architecture and urban planning to product and furniture design.
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