$17,760 / set
H 26.38 in W 75.6 in D 37.8 in
Orange Cord Camaleonda Sofa by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia, Original
By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini
Located in Grand Cayman, KY
Original early B&B Italia Organic Modern 2-piece Camaleonda sectional sofa by Mario Bellini in
Fabric, Cord, Foam, Plywood
Superb 'Camaleonda' Sofa, first edition signed by C&B Italia
By Mario Bellini
Located in HOOFDDORP, NL
A masterpiece, this first edition Mario Bellini Camaleonda modular sofa, in cognac leather
Leather
B&B Italia Orange Velvet Camaleonda Sofa by Mario Bellini
By Mario Bellini
Located in Basildon, London
The B&B Italia Camaleonda Sofa by Mario Bellini in vibrant orange velvet is a striking blend of
Velvet
B&B Italia Orange Velvet Camaleonda Sofa by Mario Bellini
By Mario Bellini
Located in Basildon, London
The B&B Italia Camaleonda Sofa by Mario Bellini in vibrant orange velvet is a striking blend of
Velvet
"Camaleonda" Set by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia
By Mario Bellini
Located in Melbourne, VIC
The Camaleonda modular sofa was designed by Italian architect Mario Bellini in 1971.This all
Leather
Mario Bellini Camaleonda Modular Sofa B&B Italia, Italy, 1970 in Orange
By Mario Bellini
Located in Los Angeles, CA
We have another six pieces available. These four sectional elements of this sofa can be used freely and apart from one another. The backs and armrests are provided with rings and ca...
Velvet
1970s Orange Camaleonda 4 Sectional Sofas by Mario Bellini, Italy
By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of 4 orange Camaleonda sectional sofa by Mario Bellini, 1970s. Original fabric! Mario Bellini
Suede, Wood
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H 27.56 in W 39.38 in D 39.38 in
Mario Bellini B&B Italia, Camaleonda Sofa Set in Orange Upholstery, 1970
By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini
Located in Milan, IT
Mario Bellini Camaleonda sofa set of 4 elements in orange upholstery, made for B&B Italia in 1970
Fabric
Mario Bellini Camaleonda Pink Modular Sofa for C&B Italia
By C&B Italia, Mario Bellini
Located in Milano, IT
you like, moving and redesigning the space. The Camaleonda sofa by Mario Bellini is composed of 3
Velvet
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H 24.81 in W 148.04 in D 36.62 in
Camaleonda sofa in original corduroy velvet by Mario bellini for C&B Italia 1972
By Mario Bellini, C&B Italia
Located in ABCOUDE, UT
Mario Bellini, ‘Camaleonda’ sofa, in original burnt orange velvet corduroy upholstery by C&B Italia
Velvet
Camaleonda Lounge Chairs in Bright Orange Velvet
By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia
Located in Antwerp, BE
Mario Bellini, camaleonda, B&B Italia, Italy 1970s, easy chairs Newly reupholstered in bright
Velvet
Camaleonda Sectional Sofa in Original Cognac Leather
By C&B Italia, Mario Bellini
Located in Antwerp, BE
Mario Bellini's Camaleonda couch for C&B Italia, 1970s The pinnacle of Postmodern design The
Leather, Foam
Mario Bellini 'Camaleonda' Orange Modular Sofa
By Mario Bellini
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Mario Bellini, modular 'Cameleonda' sofa in in orange corduroy, Italy 1972. The sectional
Fabric
Original Deep Orange Mario Bellini Camaleonda Elements
By Mario Bellini
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Mario Bellini, modular 'Cameleonda' sofa in dark orange fabric, Italy, 1972. The sectional
Fabric
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H 26.38 in W 35.44 in D 35.44 in
Mario Bellini 'Camaleonda' Sofa Reupholstered in Tri-Tone Velvet
By Mario Bellini
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Large modular 'Camaleonda' sofa, in orange upholstery by Mario Bellini, Italy, 1972. The
Fabric
Mario Bellini Camaleonda Sofa Reupholstered in Tri-tone Velvet
By Mario Bellini
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Large modular Cameleonda sofa, in orange upholstery by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia, Italy
Fabric
Customizable Mario Bellini 'Camaleonda' Sofa in Tri-Tone Velvet
By Mario Bellini
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Mario Bellini, 'Camaleonda' sofa, in orange upholstery by Italy, 1972. This sofa is made on
Velvet
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H 27.96 in W 37.8 in D 37.8 in
Italian Mario Bellini Camaleonda C&B Italia Mid-Century Modular Sofa
By Mario Bellini
Located in London, GB
A modular sofa by Mario Bellini for C&B Italia. Italy, c1970s. Two pieces with a back rest
Fabric
Camaleonda Sectional Sofa in Bright Orange
By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia
Located in Antwerp, BE
Mario Bellini's 'camaleonda' sectional couch, B&B Italia, Italy, 1970s Bright orange velvet
Velvet, Foam
Mario Bellini Camaleonda Set of Four Sofa’ First Edition 1970s
Located in Foggia, FG
Mario Bellini 'Camaleonda', four sofa elements in orange textile, C&B Italia, 1970s. The project
Iron
$1,190 / item
H 17.33 in Dm 24.41 in
Django • Sienna Earth • Sculptural Textured Velvet Ottoman by Odditi
By Odditi
Located in CAROOL, NSW, AU
The Django ottoman is a sculptural living object that brings its eclectic personality into any space. Exhibiting a sleek yet playful nature, Django also has a practical side and is a...
Fabric, Foam, Jacquard
Frank Oelke double bed Pedus, 1970s
By Frank Oelke
Located in Padova, IT
Pedus double bed in solid varnished wood frame covered in resin and glossy lacquered with metal structure resting on adjustable steel and brass feets. Complete with two custom-made m...
Resin, Wood
Bertu Counter Stools, White Oak Counter Stool, Chile Stool
By Bertu Furniture
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Bertu Counter Stools, White Oak Counter Stool, Chile Stool This White Oak Chile Counter Stool is beautifully constructed from solid wood in Ohio, USA. The stool is chunky and modern...
Wood, Oak
Ondamarmo Vulcano Onyx Matte Polished Side Table
Located in AVENZA CARRARA, IT
The Ondamarmo series by Federica Elmo includes 6 objects: The extra large dining table, two smaller size tables, three shelves, and a tray designed as an evolution of the shapes of t...
Onyx
De Sede DS2011 Black Leather Sofa, Switzerland - circa 1980
By De Sede
Located in Pijnacker, Zuid-Holland
Beautiful DS-2011 sofa in black slightly patinated leather. Manufacturer: De Sede Country: Switzerland Model: DS2011 Color: Black Material: Leather Size in cm. WxDxH: 190x80x80 Seat...
Leather
$15,995 / set
H 32.75 in W 35 in D 41 in
Brazilian Jangada Rosewood & Leather Sling Chair with Ottoman by Jean Gillon
By Percival Lafer, Jean Gillon, Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Anchored in the bold horizons of 1960s Brazilian modernism, the Jangada lounge chair and ottoman by Jean Gillon stands as a testament to artful craftsmanship, organic structure, and ...
Rosewood, Leather
2 parts sofa in stainless steel by Studio Glustin
By Glustin Creation
Located in Saint-Ouen (PARIS), FR
2 parts sofa in stainless steel with seating upholstered with a fabric by Dédar. Creation by Studio Glustin. France, 2023.
Stainless Steel
$23,099
H 27.56 in Dm 118.12 in
Rare and Exceptional 'Gilda' Circle Sofa in Velvet by Michel Ducaroy, 1972
By Michel Ducaroy, Ligne Roset
Located in Echt, NL
Very rare extra large 'Gilda' circle sofa in excellent condition. Designed by Michel Ducaroy in 1972. The sofa is manufactured by 'Roset' the company name of Ligne Roset prior to 1...
Metal
Verner Panton Cloverleaf Sofa 5 Sections for Verpan
Located in Tilburg, NL
Verner Panton cloverleaf sectional sofa. Current production. This listing shows a 5-piece Cloverleaf Sofa. Seats at least 9 people in a very interesting and creative fashion. Desi...
Fabric
$15,985 / item
H 11.47 in W 37.8 in D 13.95 in
Customizable Tacchini Victoria Modular System by David Nicolas
By Tacchini
Located in New York, NY
Price listed for COM Lebanese design duo David/Nicolas are behind this modular system comprising armchairs, corner sofas, chaises longues and ottomans offering luxurious comfort. A ...
Textile
$62,588Sale Price / item|15% Off
H 28 in W 122 in D 72 in
Set of Four Elements "Terrazza Landscape" Ds-1025 by Ubald Klug for De Sede
By Ubald Klug, De Sede
Located in Brooklyn, NY
DS-1025 is a sofa collection designed by Ubald Klug for the brand de Sede. DS-1025 is proposed in two modular versions for endless combinations. Available in a wide range of leathers...
Leather
$10,800
H 27 in W 89 in D 38 in
Arflex Marenco 1 Arm 2-Seater Sofa by Mario Marenco, Newly Reupholstered
By Mario Marenco, Arflex
Located in Toronto, CA
Originally designed by Mario Marenco in 1970, the namesake sofa has reached cult status. The unique rounded design and the wide modularity still make the Marenco sofa a must of conte...
Velvet
$2,400
H 14.17 in W 35.4 in D 11.81 in
Mario Bellini Gli Scacchi Black Table (3) Elements for C&B Italy, circa 1970
By Mario Bellini, C&B Italia
Located in Vienna, AT
Mario Bellini 'Gli Scacchi' table/seat elements for C&B (later B&B) Italy, circa 1970- 3 elements Three black polyurethane elements by Mario Bellini that can either be used ...
Plastic
$12,793 / item
H 25.99 in W 45.28 in D 35.04 in
Carlo Scarpa Cornaro Armchair by Cassina, Upholstered, Mid-Century
By Carlo Scarpa
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Carlo Scarpa Cornaro Armchair Manufactured by Cassina SCULPTURAL ELEGANCE A favourable balance between geometric rigour and enveloping shapes designed by maestro Carlo Scarpa. Th...
Metal
$22,922 / item
H 25.99 in W 73.23 in D 75.99 in
Customizable Tacchini Le Mura Modular Sofa by Mario Bellini
By Tacchini, Mario Bellini
Located in New York, NY
price listed for starting fabric The project Le Mura by Mario Bellini represents the manifesto of a radical design that went through all the Italian 70s: design was as an answer to ...
Textile
$24,600 / set
H 32.29 in W 32.29 in D 34.65 in
Mario Bellini “Camaleonda” Sofa for B&B Italia, Dark Green, 1970, Set of 4
By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Mario Bellini “Camaleonda” modular sofa for B&B Italia, dark green leather, 1970, set of four. “Camaleonda” is an icon, rediscovered. It was one of the truly modular sofa design...
Leather
Milan-born architect and designer Mario Bellini just may be the closest thing to a modern-day Renaissance man: His creative output spans genres, from electronics to furniture to architecture to cars, comprising iconic designs in each. Vintage Mario Bellini sofas, dining chairs and other seating pieces are widely coveted, and the designer has been the recipient of multiple prestigious Compasso d’Oro awards. More than 20 of his works are in the permanent collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
Born in 1935, Bellini studied architecture at the Polytechnic University of Milan before founding his own firm in his native city in the early 1960s. He soon branched out beyond architecture, however, first for the tech manufacturer Olivetti, where he served as chief industrial design consultant from 1963 to 1991. During that time, Bellini oversaw the design of some of Olivetti’s most popular typewriters.
His penchant for electronic design didn’t stop there: Bellini also designed cameras for Fuji, televisions for Brionvega and a slew of audio devices for Yamaha, then served as design consultant for Renault and devised the interior of the 1980 Lancia Trevi for Fiat. Meanwhile, his architecture work spans continents, including such modern gems as the Museum of Islamic Arts at the Louvre, the National Gallery of Victoria extension in Melbourne, the Dubai Creek Complex and the Milan Convention Centre in his hometown.
And then there’s the furniture: Over the last 70 years, Bellini has designed office furniture for Vitra; lamps for Artemide, Erco and FLOS; porcelain for Rosenthal and long-admired sofas and other seating for Kartell, Natuzzi, B&B Italia, Cassina and more.
His oft-imitated 1977 Cab chair for Cassina, comprising 16 individual pieces of saddle leather that create a “skin” over a minimal metal frame, remains one of the manufacturer’s best sellers today. His pudgy-legged, round tables for Cassina foreshadow Faye Toogood’s widely loved Roly Poly line. His postmodern Summa armchairs for Kartell, as well as his elegant Chiara floor lamp, still lure collectors on vintage furniture websites.
Bellini’s most famous contribution to furniture design, though, may be his 1970 Camaleonda sofa for B&B Italia (then C&B Italia). An entrant to the 1972 MoMA show “Italy: The New Domestic Landscape,” the seat takes its name from the Italian words for chameleon and wave. Its bulbous, modular form makes it infinitely flexible. The sofa was a runaway hit at the show and, once discontinued, remained so popular among vintage dealers that B&B Italia reissued it in 2020 with all recycled materials and interchangeable seat covers. “Of all the objects I have designed, Camaleonda is perhaps the best in terms of its sense of freedom,” Bellini said.
Browse an expansive collection of vintage Mario Bellini furniture — including dining tables, armchairs, mid-century sofas and more — today on 1stDibs.
Black leather, silk velvet cushions, breathable bouclé fabric — when shopping for antique or vintage sofas, today’s couch connoisseurs have much to choose from in terms of style and shape. But it wasn’t always thus.
The sofa is typically defined as a long upholstered seat that features a back and arms and is intended for two or more people. While the term “couch” comes from the Old French couche, meaning to lie down, and sofa has Eastern origins, both are forms of divan, a Turkish word that means an elongated cushioned seat. Bench-like seating in Ancient Greece, which was padded with soft blankets, was called klinai. No matter how you spell it, sofa just means comfort, at least it does today.
In the early days of sofa design, upholstery consisted of horsehair or dried moss. Sofas that originated in countries such as France during the 17th century were more integral to decor than they were to comfort. Like most Baroque furnishings from the region, they frequently comprised heavy, gilded mahogany frames and were upholstered in floral Beauvais tapestry. Today, options abound when it comes to style and material, with authentic leather offerings and classy steel settees. Plush, velvet chesterfields represent the platonic ideal of coziness.
Vladimir Kagan’s iconic sofa designs, such as the Crescent and the Serpentine — which, like the sectional sofas of the 1960s created by furniture makers such as Harvey Probber, are quite popular among mid-century modern furniture enthusiasts — showcase the spectrum of style available to modern consumers. Those looking to make a statement can turn to Studio 65’s lip-shaped Bocca sofa, which was inspired by the work of Salvador Dalí. Elsewhere, the furniture of the 1970s evokes an era when experimentation ruled, or at least provided a reason to break the rules. Just about every area of society felt a sudden urge to be wayward, to push boundaries — and buttons. Vintage leather sofas of that decade are characterized by a rare blending of the showy and organic.
With so many options, it’s important to explore and find the perfect furniture for your space. Paying attention to the lines of the cushions as well as the flow from the backrest into the arms is crucial to identifying a cohesive new piece for your home or office.
Fortunately, with styles from every era — and even round sofas — there’s a luxurious piece for every space. Deck out your living room with an Art Deco lounge or go retro with a nostalgic '80s design. No matter your sitting vision, the right piece is waiting for you in the expansive collection of unique sofas on 1stDibs.