B&B Italia Charles Designer Chaise Longue by Antonio Citterio
Located in Nottingham, GB
Designed by Antonio Citterio for B&B Italia in 1997, the Charles chaise longue has become one of the defining icons of contemporary Italian furniture design.
Upholstery
B&B Italia Charles Designer Chaise Lounge by Antonio Citterio
Located in Nottingham, GB
Introduced in 1997, the Charles collection has become synonymous with understated elegance, refined proportions, and exceptional comfort. Distinguished by its slim architectural prof...
Wool
B&B Italia Charles L-Shaped Designer Sectional Sofa by Antonio Citterio
Located in Nottingham, GB
Designed by renowned Italian architect and designer **Antonio Citterio** for **B&B Italia**, the **Charles** collection was introduced in 1997 and has since become one of the def...
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B&B Italia Charles L-Shaped Sectional Designer Sofa by Antonio Citterio
Located in Nottingham, GB
Introduced in 1997, the Charles collection has become synonymous with refined elegance, innovative craftsmanship, and outstanding comfort. Defined by its slim architectural silhouett...
Wool
B&B Italia, Charles Sofa by Antonio Citterio
By B&B Italia, Antonio Citterio
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
A large L shaped B&B Italia modular sofa, upholstered in soft tan leather, with polished aluminum feet. The sofa can be configured into different shapes to suit the room and your moo...
Aluminum
Antonio Citterio Charles Low Table for B&B Italia
By Antonio Citterio
Located in Amarillo, TX
A low table with a square shape features the classic inverted L shaped foot that distinguishes the entire Charles collection by Antonio Citterio. In Light Oak
Steel
Antonio Citterio "Charles" Coffee Table by B&B Italia
By B&B Italia, Antonio Citterio
Located in Dallas, TX
Oak veneered low coffee table by Antonio Citterio. Called the Charles. Aluminum legs.
Aluminum
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H 28.35 in W 129.14 in D 61.82 in
Antonio Citterio, Charles Sofa, B & B Italia, Creme, Two Parts Sofa
By B&B Italia, Antonio Citterio
Located in Berlin, BE
Super comfortable sofa by the famous Designer Antonio Citterio. The two-part sofa was manufactured by Charles for B & B Italia and designed 1997.
Aluminum, Steel
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H 28.35 in W 127.17 in D 37.41 in
Antonio Citterio, Charles Sofa, B&B Italia, Black, Two Parts Sofa
By B&B Italia, Antonio Citterio
Located in Berlin, BE
Super comfortable sofa by the famous Designer Antonio Citterio. The two-part sofa was manufactured by Charles for B&B Italia and designed 1997.
Aluminum, Steel
B&B Italia Charles Corner Sofa by Antonio Citterio
By Antonio Citterio
Located in Rochester, England
The B&B Italia Charles Corner Sofa by Antonio Citterio is a timeless piece that exudes modern sophistication.
Aluminum
B&B Italia Charles Corner Sofa by Antonio Citterio
By Antonio Citterio
Located in Rochester, England
Introducing the epitome of luxury and comfort - the Charles Sofa by renowned designer Antonio Citterio for B&B Italia.
Metal
B&B Italia Charles Chaise Longue by Antonio Citterio
By Antonio Citterio
Located in Rochester, England
Introducing the B&B Italia Charles Chaise Longue, designed by renowned architect and designer Antonio Citterio.
Metal
B&B Italia Charles Chaise Longue by Antonio Citterio
By Antonio Citterio
Located in Rochester, England
Introducing the B&B Italia Charles Chaise Longue, designed by renowned architect and designer Antonio Citterio.
Metal
Charles Daybed by Antonio Citterio
By B&B Italia, Antonio Citterio
Located in Chicago, IL
Charles daybed model CH180L designed by Antonio Citterio for B&B Italia.
Chrome
B&B Italia Charles Sofa by Antonio Citterio
By B&B Italia, Antonio Citterio
Located in Rochester, England
Introducing the epitome of luxury and comfort - the Charles Sofa by renowned designer Antonio Citterio for B&B Italia.
Metal
B&B Italia Charles Chaise Longues By Antonio Citterio
By B&B Italia, Antonio Citterio
Located in London, GB
An extremely comfortable B&B Italia 'Charles' corner sofa/chaise. Designed by Antonio Citterio in the 1990s, this examples comes upholstered in B&B's Adria 100 fabric, a white, soft ...
Cotton
B&B Italia Charles Sectional Sofa by Antonio Citterio
By B&B Italia, Antonio Citterio
Located in Rochester, England
The Charles Sectional Sofa by B&B Italia is an iconic piece, crafted with high quality materials and impeccable attention to detail. The sleek and modern design of the sofa is co...
Metal
Charles Coffee Table by Antonio Citterio for B&B Italia
By B&B Italia, Antonio Citterio
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A sleek, low solid wood and metal Charles coffee table by Antonio Citterio for B&B Italia.
Aluminum
Antonio Citterio for B&B Italia Maxalto Charles Cases
By B&B Italia, Antonio Citterio, Maxalto
Located in Chicago, IL
Antonio Citterio for B&B Italia Maxalto Charles Cases, Nicely sized, minimal modern cabinets by Antonio Citterio for B&B Italia's Maxalto line.
Metal
Charles Sectional Sofa by Antonio Citterio for B&B Italia.
By B&B Italia, Antonio Citterio
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Introducing the exquisite Charles Sectional Sofa, a true masterpiece of craftsmanship and design by renowned Italian designer Antonio Citterio for B&B Italia.
Aluminum
B&B Italia Charles Sectional Sofa by Antonio Citterio Newly Upholstered
By B&B Italia, Antonio Citterio
Located in West Hartford, CT
Elegant, signed B&B Italia sectional sofa with brand new upholstery done is a light gray tone with a hint of blue undertone. This is the coveted Charles style sectional sofa designed...
Aluminum, Steel, Chrome
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H 16.54 in W 39.38 in D 39.38 in
B&B Italia by Antonio Citterio Ivory Cream Leather Charles Square Ottoman
By B&B Italia, Antonio Citterio
Located in Rochester, England
Originally designed by Antonio Citterio in 1997, the Charles collection is manufactured by B&B Italia and is a fantastic example of contemporary Italian design.
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H 28.75 in W 128.75 in D 38.19 in
B&B Italia by Antonio Citterio Ivory Cream Fabric Charles Corner Sofa, 2022
By B&B Italia, Antonio Citterio
Located in Rochester, England
Originally designed by Antonio Citterio in 1997, the Charles sofa collection is manufactured by B&B Italia and is a fantastic example of contemporary Italian design.
Fabric
B&B Italia Charles Brown Sofa Designed by Antonio Citterio Made in Italy
By B&B Italia, Antonio Citterio
Located in West Hartford, CT
Coveted ninety inch Charles sofa by B&B Italia comes with all paperwork still in folder with piece. One of B&B Italia's most sought after sofas, it was designed by world renowned de...
Steel
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H 27.5 in W 127.25 in L 27.5 in
B&B Italia L- Shape Charles Sofa in Dark Gray Tweed Designed by Antonio Citterio
By B&B Italia, Antonio Citterio
Located in St. Louis, MO
Elegant B&B Italia Charles sofa by Antonio Citterio. This sofa consists of two sections, one straight and one chaise to form a sectional.
Aluminum
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H 35.44 in W 127.96 in D 37.8 in
Charles Model by Antonio Citterio for B&B Italia Beige Color Sofà and Bench Set
By Antonio Citterio, B&B Italia
Located in IT
charles Model of sofa and bench designed by Antonio Citterio for B&B Italia.
Steel
Iconic B&B Italia "Charles" Sectional by Antonio Citterio
Located in Danville, CA
The "Charles" sofa with long chaise and 62" sofa section, upholstered in Charcoal Grey Serra Wool fabric.
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H 28.75 in W 122.84 in D 38.19 in
B&B Italia "Charles" Sectional 4-Seat Sofa in Brown "Gamma" Leather
By Antonio Citterio
Located in Barrowford, GB
As you will no doubt be aware by your interest in this Antonio Citterio masterpiece, B&B Italia pieces are the epitome of contemporary European furniture design, are of Peerless qual...
Leather
B&B Italia Charles Sectional Sofa
By Antonio Citterio, B&B Italia
Located in Dallas, TX
An icon of contemporary design, the Charles sofa stands out for its light image accentuated by the essential design of the die-cast aluminium feet in the shape of an inverted “L” whi...
Aluminum
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H 28.75 in W 128.75 in D 90.56 in
Antonio Citterio, Charles Sofa, B&B Italia, Gray, Two Parts Sofa
By B&B Italia, Antonio Citterio
Located in Berlin, BE
Super comfortable sofa by the famous Designer Antonio Citterio. The two-part sofa was manufactured by Charles for B&B Italia and designed 1997.
Aluminum, Steel
B & B Italia Charles Sectional by Antonio Citterio
By Antonio Citterio
Located in Pasadena, TX
Charles two-piece sectional sofa Steel frame in brushed chrome aluminium legs. Sofa is upholstered in a 2-tone vegan Ultra Leather. 4 box style accent cushions. 1) Measu...
Naugahyde
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H 28.75 in W 128 in D 92 in
B&B Italia Charles Leather Sectional Sofa in Chocolate Brown by Antonio Citterio
By Antonio Citterio
Located in New York, NY
An icon of contemporary design, the Charles sofa stands out for its light image accentuated by the essential design of the die-cast aluminium feet in the shape of an inverted “L” whi...
Leather
B&B Italia Charles Sectional Sofa by Antonio Citterio
By Antonio Citterio, B&B Italia
Located in Atlanta, GA
Clean Lined Italian Sectional Sofa, the "Charles" Model, designed by Antonio Citterio for B&B Italia, Italy circa 2000s.
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H 27.5 in W 98 in D 36 in
B&B Italia Charles Sectional Sofa by Antonio Citterio Newly Upholstered
By B&B Italia, Antonio Citterio
Located in West Hartford, CT
Elegant, signed B&B Italia sectional sofa with brand new upholstery done is a light gray tone with a hint of blue undertone. This is the coveted Charles style sectional sofa designed...
Aluminum, Steel, Chrome
B&B Italia Charles Sectional in Cognac Leather by Antonio Citterio
By B&B Italia, Antonio Citterio
Located in Wilton, CT
Designed by Antonio Citterio, the Charles Sectional was named for a man whose career with his wife Ray, practically defines Mid-Century Modern design: Charles Eames.
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H 28 in W 90 in D 38 in
Mid-Century Modern B&B Italia Charles Sofa Chrome Legs Italy Antonio Citterio
By B&B Italia, Antonio Citterio
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
For your consideration is a chic, extra long, straight sofa, on chrome legs, by B&B Italia. Designed by Antonio Citterio, called The Ray Sofa. The most amazing oatmeal knubby bou...
Chrome
Large Charles Sectional, Antonio Citterio for B&B Italia
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Charles Sectional by Antonio Citterio for B&B Italia.
Aluminum
Charles sectional by Antonio Citterio for B&B Italia
By Antonio Citterio
Located in Chicago, IL
Signed with applied fabric manufacturer's label to each section: [B&B Italia Made in Italy].
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H 28.75 in W 90.56 in L 28.75 in
Italian Leather Sofa Model Charles by Antonio Citterio for B&B Italia
By B&B Italia, Antonio Citterio
Located in Munich, Bavaria
Very elegant black leather sofa by world renowned designer Antoni Citterio produced by Italian premium manufacturer B&B Italia. The sofa comes with two back cushions. Cushions can st...
Aluminum
Antonio Citterio 'Charles' Daybed Sofa by B&B Italia
By B&B Italia, Antonio Citterio
Located in Portland, ME
Antonio Citterio 'Charles' daybed sofa made by B&B Italia in 2000.
Stainless Steel
B & B Italia Charles Sofa by Antonio Citterio
By Antonio Citterio
Located in Turners Falls, MA
B & B Italia Charles sofa by Antonio Citterio. This sofa consists of two sections.
Charles Bench by Antonio Citterio for B&B Italia
By B&B Italia, Antonio Citterio
Located in Dorchester, MA
Designed by Antonio Citterio as part of his famous Charles series for B&B Italia, this comfortable bench features the signature slender inverted L-shaped feet in chrome.
Chrome
Driven by his belief that beautiful surroundings can heighten the enjoyment of even mundane everyday rituals, Italian architect and industrial designer Antonio Citterio creates furniture that combines sophisticated form with functionality. Citterio’s timeless neoclassical-inspired chairs, outdoor furniture, desks and other pieces have earned him a place among the most influential furniture designers working in his native country.
Born in 1950 in Meda, Citterio grew up just a stone's throw away from the artistic hub of Milan. In 1972, at just 22 years old, he opened his first design studio and designed a chair for the La Rinascente department store while completing his studies in architecture at the Polytechnic University of Milan. Citterio established a partnership with famed furniture designer Terry Dwan, and the pair worked together during the 1980s and 1990s, designing striking buildings in European cities as well as Japan. He is currently chairperson at an interior design and architecture firm with fellow architect Patricia Viel and eight other partners.
Citterio taught at the Università della Svizzera Italiana in Mendrisio, Switzerland, from 2006 to 2016. He holds art director roles for high-end furniture manufacturers Maxalto, Arclinea and Azucena, and today, Citterio lounge chairs, sofas and other furnishings are in hotels all over the world. Citterio’s work is synonymous with luxury, and has yielded collaborations with reputable brands such as Kartell, Knoll, Flexform, Vitra and B&B Italia. His Sity seating collection for the latter and kitchen furnishings for Arclinea are among his best-known innovations.
Citterio has received many awards and accolades for his design work, including the Compasso d’Oro. He was also given the title of “Royal Designer for Industry” by the Royal Society for the Encouragement of Arts in 2008.
Find Antonio Citterio seating, lighting, tables, case pieces and other furniture on 1stDibs.
With entire areas of our homes reserved for “sitting rooms,” the value of quality antique and vintage seating cannot be overstated.
Fortunately, the design of side chairs, armchairs and other lounge furniture — since what were, quite literally, the early perches of our ancestors — has evolved considerably.
Among the earliest standard seating furniture were stools. Egyptian stools, for example, designed for one person with no seat back, were x-shaped and typically folded to be tucked away. These rudimentary chairs informed the design of Greek and Roman stools, all of which were a long way from Sori Yanagi's Butterfly stool or Alvar Aalto's Stool 60. In the 18th century and earlier, seats with backs and armrests were largely reserved for high nobility.
The seating of today is more inclusive but the style and placement of chairs can still make a statement. Antique desk chairs and armchairs designed in the style of Louis XV, which eventually included painted furniture and were often made of rare woods, feature prominently curved legs as well as Chinese themes and varied ornaments. Much like the thrones of fairy tales and the regency, elegant lounges crafted in the Louis XV style convey wealth and prestige. In the kitchen, the dining chair placed at the head of the table is typically reserved for the head of the household or a revered guest.
Of course, with luxurious vintage or antique furnishings, every chair can seem like the best seat in the house. Whether your preference is stretching out on a plush sofa, such as the Serpentine, designed by Vladimir Kagan, or cozying up in a vintage wingback chair, there is likely to be a comfy classic or contemporary gem for you on 1stDibs.
With respect to the latest obsessions in design, cane seating has been cropping up everywhere, from sleek armchairs to lounge chairs, while bouclé fabric, a staple of modern furniture design, can be seen in mid-century modern, Scandinavian modern and Hollywood Regency furniture styles.
Admirers of the sophisticated craftsmanship and dark woods frequently associated with mid-century modern seating can find timeless furnishings in our expansive collection of lounge chairs, dining chairs and other items — whether they’re vintage editions or alluring official reproductions of iconic designs from the likes of Hans Wegner or from Charles and Ray Eames. Shop our inventory of Egg chairs, designed in 1958 by Arne Jacobsen, the Florence Knoll lounge chair and more.
No matter your style, the collection of unique chairs, sofas and other seating on 1stDibs is surely worthy of a standing ovation.