Bibambola Sofà by Mario Bellini for B & B 'C & B' Italia 1971 in Gobelin Fabric
By Mario Bellini
Located in Lucca, IT
Divano Bibambola in tessuto gobelin disegnato da Mario Bellini Così, tra il 1970 e il 1972 nascevano LE Bambole. La ricerca di una nuova forma di prodotto imbottito: un grande cusci...
Fabric
Flexible Nine Part Sectional Sofa by Preview, style of Vladimir Kagan, C 1980s
By Vladimir Kagan, Preview
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A large, dynamic and flexible sectional sofa designed in the style of Vladimir Kagan, by Preview
Fabric, Foam, Wood
Unavailable|$3,793 / item
Knoll International Chair by Florence Knoll Model 67 C in Linen
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in Köln, NRW
Florence Knoll designed sofas, armchairs, tables and sideboards in a minimalist style in the
Metal, Steel
Unavailable|$6,800 / set
Rare Amanta Set by Mario Bellini for C & B Italy
By Mario Bellini, Gaetano Pesce
Located in Barcelona, ES
original fabric designed by Gaetano Pesce for C & B, Italy. Fiberglass and upholstery.
Unavailable|$33,786 / set
Set 3 Sofas Bonanza De Afra & Tobia Scarpa Pour C&B Italia
By C&B Italia, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Brussels , BE
Set 3 sofas Bonanza de Afra & Tobia Scarpa pour C&B Italia.
Leather
Unavailable|$3,672 / set
Amanta Sofa Elements by Mario Bellini for C&B, 1960s, Set of 3
By Mario Bellini
Located in Ostend, BE
This set has been reupholstered with an aniline leather patchwork. This piece has an attribution mark such as a manufacturer’s label, a “Certificate of Authenticity”, or a production...
Leather
Quality Mid-Century Henredon Two Cushions Upholstered Sofa, Mid 20th C.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A quality mid-century Henredon two cushions upholstered sofa, mid 20th C.
Fabric
Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" Modular Sofa for C&B Italia
By C&B Italia, Mario Bellini
Located in Milano, IT
modular sofas, evolving into contemporary living rooms with a wonderfully soft wave. By hooking and
Velvet, Glass
Mario Bellini Bambole Sofa for C&B Italia, Italy, 1972
By Mario Bellini, C&B Italia
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Highly rare and comfortable three-seat 'Bambole' sofa, designed by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia in
Leather
Sold|$45,048 / set
Mario Bellini Camaleonda Colorful Modular Sofa for C&B Italia
By C&B Italia, Mario Bellini
Located in Milano, IT
The Camaleonda sofa is a unique design piece that represents an Italian icon. The Camaleonda was
Velvet
Tobia Scarpa "Coronado" Leather Sofa for C&B Italia
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, C&B Italia
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Tobia Scarpa "Coronado" 3-seat leather sofa for C&B Italia. The Italian furniture manufacturer C&B
Leather, Wood
Camaleonda Modular Sofa by Mario Bellini for C&B Italia
By Mario Bellini, C&B Italia
Located in Antwerp, BE
Mario Bellini, large modular 'Cameleonda' sofa, original brown velvet upholstery, Italy, 1971 A
Sold|$17,782 / set
Mario Bellini Camaleonda Pink Modular Sofa for C&B Italia
By Mario Bellini, C&B Italia
Located in Milano, IT
The Camaleonda sofa is a unique design piece that represents an Italian icon. The Camaleonda was
Velvet
Mario Bellini 'Le Bambole' Sofa for C&B Italia, 1970's
By Mario Bellini, C&B Italia
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A true icon of 1970s Italian style, this Mario Bellini 'Le Bambole' Sofa for C&B Italia was
Leather, Foam
Sheepskin Sofa by Fritz Henningsen C.1950 Mid-Century Modern
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
Sheepskin covered sofa by Fritz Henningsen C.1950. MCM Century Modern.
Fur, Sheepskin
Mid Century Danish Modern Hans Olsen C/S Mobler Sofa
By Hans Olsen
Located in Tulsa, OK
Mid Century Danish Modern Hans Olsen C/S Mobler Sofa Above average vintage condition and
Rosewood
Sold|$22,287 / set
Mario Bellini for C&B Italia Camaleonda Modular Sofa, Italy, 1970s
By Mario Bellini, C&B Italia
Located in Naples, IT
Set of 4 Camaleonda armchaisr and one ottoman equipped with a backrest with rings and snap hooks, allowing the user to create a perfect "seat landscape" This design became famous alm...
Fabric
Hans Olsen Two-Seat Leather Sofa Model 500 for C/S Møbler
By C.S. Mobler, Hans Olsen
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Tow-seat Danish sofa designed by Hans Olsen for C/S Mobler in 1969. Very good condition and
Feathers, Leather, Rosewood
Camaleonda Light Blue Sofa by Mario Bellini for C&B Italia, 1971
By Mario Bellini, C&B Italia
Located in Padova, IT
The “Camaleonda” (Chameleon) sofa is Mario Bellini’s contemporary classic. The playful, modular
Fabric, Cord, Foam
Amanta Modular Sofa by Mario Bellini for C&B Italia, Italy, 1970s
By C&B Italia, Mario Bellini
Located in Lucija, SI
Amanta modular sofa designed by Mario Bellini Original fabric in perfect conditions Made in Italy
Fabric, Plastic, Fiberglass, Foam
Le Bambole 3-Seater Sofa by Mario Bellini for C&B Italia, 1970s
By C&B Italia, Mario Bellini
Located in amstelveen, NL
Le Bambole 3-seater sofa by Mario Bellini for C&B Italia, the 1970s. An iconic piece of Italian
Leather
Black leather Coronado sofa, by Afra & Tobia Scarpa, C&B Italia, 1960s
By C&B Italia, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Lyon, FR
Stunning Coronado sofa in black leather, made in the 1960s by C&B Italia (later B&B Italia
Leather
Hans Olsen 1960s Sofa in Green Patinated Leather for C.S. Møbler, Denmark
By Hans Olsen, C.S. Mobler
Located in Bridgeport, CT
The ultimate style and the color of green written all-over it. Classic three-seat sofa designed by
Leather, Rosewood
Amanta Modular Sofa by Mario Bellini for C&B Italia, Italy, 1970s, Pair
By C&B Italia, Mario Bellini
Located in Lucija, SI
Pair of Amanta modular sofas designed by Mario Bellini Original fabric in perfect conditions Made
Fabric, Plastic, Fiberglass, Foam
Amanta Modular Sofa Designed by Mario Bellini for C&B Italia, Italy, 1970s, Pair
By C&B Italia, Mario Bellini
Located in Lucija, SI
Mid Century Amanta modular sofa, made in the 70s in Italy. Designed by Mario Bellini for C&B Italy
Fabric, Fiberglass, Foam
Camaleonda Sofa in Sand Mohair Velvet by Mario Bellini for C&B, Italia, 1970
By C&B Italia, Mario Bellini
Located in Renens, CH
Camaleonda sofa in sand mohair velvet by Mario Bellini for C&B Italia 1970 Composed of one big
Mohair, Wood
Mario Bellini, Early "Le Bambole" Sofa in Leather, Mid Century Modern, 1972
By C&B Italia, Mario Bellini
Located in Odense, DK
An exceptionel fine version of Mario Bellini 'Le Bambole' 2-seater sofa, produced by B&B Italia
Leather
Sold|$17,189 / set
Modular Camaleonda sofa by Mario Bellini, C&B, 1971
By C&B Italia, Mario Bellini
Located in Den Haag, NL
Superb set by Mario Bellini. Tree elements two back rests. Manufactured by C&B Italia later B&B
Leather
Swedish Mid-Century Beech & Red Mohair Sofa, c. 1950's
Located in Norwalk, CT
Transport yourself to an era of unparalleled elegance and design with the Swedish Mid-Century Beech
Beech
Mid-Century Modern Teak & Upholstered 3-seat Sofa, c.1960s-70s, American
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Mid century modern teak & upholstered 3-seat sofa, c.1960s-70s, American. Loose reversible seat
Teak
Newly Upholstered C&B 1st Edition Camaleonda Sofa, Italy 1970s
By C&B Italia, Mario Bellini
Located in Hellouw, NL
Introducing an exquisite piece of design history: the Camaleonda sofa by the renowned Mario Bellini
Fabric
Vintage English Button Back Leather Chesterfield Sofa Mid-20th C
Located in London, GB
This is a superb large vintage English leather 'Chesterfield' sofa, circa 1950 in date. This
Leather
Manner of Flemming Lassen Danish Mid-Century Sofa, c. 1940's
By Flemming Lassen
Located in Norwalk, CT
mid-century Danish design, reminiscent of the era's daring and avant-garde spirit. This sofa is more
Oak
Vintage Milo Baughman Style Sofa & Loveseat, C. 1970
By Milo Baughman
Located in Locust Valley, NY
This stunning circa 1970 sofa and loveseat set embodies the timeless style of Milo Baughman
Fabric
Italian Mid-Century Modern Blue Corduroy Sofa Cornaro by C. Scarpa, Gavina, 1973
By Carlo Scarpa, Gavina
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian Mid-Century Modern blue corduroy sofa Cornaro by C. Scarpa, Gavina, 1973 two-seater sofa
Velvet, Wood
Italian Mid-Century Modern Beige Corduroy Sofa Cornaro by C.Scarpa, Gavina, 1973
By Carlo Scarpa, Gavina
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian Mid-Century Modern blue corduroy sofa Cornaro by C. Scarpa, Gavina, 1973 two-seater sofa
Velvet, Wood
A Vintage Chesterfield Leather Sofa, France c.1960
Located in Chicago, IL
, hand-dyed saddle brown leather club sofa with Chesterfield tufting and exposed nail heads. A very well
Sheepskin
Vintage Walnut Upholstered Sofa by Epstein c.1930
Located in London, GB
This is a beautiful substantial upholstered solid walnut Louis XV style sofa by Epstein Bros, c
Chocolate Brown Mario Bellini "Camaleonda'' Modular Sofa, Early C&B, Italia
By Mario Bellini, C&B Italia
Located in bergen op zoom, NL
produced by "C&B Italia" (Cassina and Busnelli) which means it is from the very first two years of
Metal
Antique Victorian Inlaid Marquetry Sofa Table c.1860
Located in London, GB
This is a rare antique Victorian stretcher or sofa table, circa 1860 in date. It is exquisitely
Sold|$4,400
Sculptural Rattan & Iron Sofa, c.1965
By Danny Ho Fong, Elsa Schiaparelli, Tropi-cal, Salterini
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Sculptural Rattan & Iron Sofa / Bench, c.1965.
Iron
Sold|$14,225
Cameleonda Sofa, 1970s
By Mario Bellini, C&B Italia
Located in Milano, IT
Camaleonda sofa by Mario Bellini for C&B, 1970s.
Velvet
Camaleonda Modular Sofa by Mario Bellini for C&B Italia, Italy, 1971
By C&B Italia, Mario Bellini
Located in London, GB
The Camaleonda modular sofa was designed by Italian architect Mario Bellini in 1971, and first
Leather
Mid-Century Modern Black Leather Kubus Sofa by Josef Hoffmann, Wittmann c.1980
By Wittmann, Josef Hoffmann
Located in Renens, CH
The iconic Kubus sofa has been designed by Josef Hoffmann in 1910 and produced by Wittmann, Austria
Leather, Wood
Pair of Matching Mid-Century Italian Modern Sofas After Mario Bellini
By C&B Italia, Mario Bellini, B&B Italia
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A very handsome matching pair of Italian sofas in the style of Mario Bellini's Camaleonda design
Fabric
Sold|$6,525
19th C. Victorian Mahogany Upholstered Sofa
Located in London, GB
This beautiful and superb quality Victorian sofa is supported on turned and carved legs with brass
Brass
Italian Mid-Century Modern Large Beige Sofa Cornaro by C. Scarpa, S.Gavina, 1973
By Gavina, Carlo Scarpa
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian Mid-Century Modern large beige sofa Cornaro by C. Scarpa, S. Gavina, 1973 Large sofa model
Fabric
1st Edition Camaleonda Sofa by Mario Bellini for C&B Italia, New Upholstered
By C&B Italia, Mario Bellini
Located in Pijnacker, Zuid-Holland
1st Edition Camaleonda sofa by Mario Bellini for C&B Italia, circa 1970s. C&B Italia was the
Fabric
Sold|$9,500
Tobia Scarpa Bonanza Sofa, C & B Italia
By Tobia Scarpa
Located in Raleigh, NC
A rare early design from Afra and Tobia Scarpa for C & B Italia, Italy. Original leather shows
Leather
Sold|$9,500
Tobia Scarpa Bonanza Sofa, C & B Italia
By Tobia Scarpa
Located in Raleigh, NC
A rare early design from Afra & Tobia Scarpa for C & B Italia, Italy. Original leather shows heavy
Leather
Set of Two Newly Upholstered C&B 1st Edition Camaleonda Sofa's, Italy 1970s
By C&B Italia, Mario Bellini
Located in Hellouw, NL
Introducing an exquisite piece of design history: the Camaleonda sofa set by the renowned Mario
Fabric
Sold|$6,350
Jules Heumann Oak Sofa c. 1960s
By Metropolitan, Jules Heumann
Located in Chicago, IL
for Metropolitan furniture in excellent, restored condition. It has been fully reupholstered in Belgian linen and the oak has been refinished
Linen, Oak
Sold|$7,200
Fritz Hansen Model 1669 Sofa, C. 1950s
By Mogens Lassen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Norwalk, CT
Inspired by Mogens Lassen, the timeless Model 1669 sofa by Fritz Hansen features bold curved arms
Fabric, Wood
Mid-19th Century Walnut Red Leather Club Sofa
Located in London, GB
This excellent quality mid-19th C walnut club sofa is upholstered in rich and vibrant red leather
Leather, Walnut
Sold|$2,175
Hans Olsen Sofa, Early Model 800
By Hans Olsen, C.S. Mobler
Located in London, GB
A very early design model 800 sofa by Hans Olsen, Denmark circa 1959. Manufactured by C.S Mobler
Leather, Teak
Sold|$14,500
Jens Risom Sofa for Marble c. 1960s
By Jens Risom, B.L. Marble Furniture
Located in Chicago, IL
This sofa has been fully refinished, features new foam, and has been reupholstered in Maharam
Fabric, Oak
Camaleonda Sofa in Pierre Frey velvet by Mario Bellini for C&B Italia, 1970's
By C&B Italia, Mario Bellini
Located in amstelveen, NL
A stunning 4-piece modular Camaleonda sofa designed by Mario Bellini for C&B Italia. So early
Velvet
Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three terms that well describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living.
ORIGINS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW
ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS
VINTAGE MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS
The mid-century modern era saw leagues of postwar American architects and designers animated by new ideas and new technology. The lean, functionalist International-style architecture of Le Corbusier and Bauhaus eminences Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Walter Gropius had been promoted in the United States during the 1930s by Philip Johnson and others. New building techniques, such as “post-and-beam” construction, allowed the International-style schemes to be realized on a small scale in open-plan houses with long walls of glass.
Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century modern furniture designs. Charles and Ray Eames and Eero Saarinen, who had experimented extensively with molded plywood, eagerly embraced fiberglass for pieces such as the La Chaise and the Womb chair, respectively.
Architect, writer and designer George Nelson created with his team shades for the Bubble lamp using a new translucent polymer skin and, as design director at Herman Miller, recruited the Eameses, Alexander Girard and others for projects at the legendary Michigan furniture manufacturer.
Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi devised chairs and tables built of wire mesh and wire struts. Materials were repurposed too: The Danish-born designer Jens Risom created a line of chairs using surplus parachute straps for webbed seats and backrests.
The Risom lounge chair was among the first pieces of furniture commissioned and produced by celebrated manufacturer Knoll, a chief influencer in the rise of modern design in the United States, thanks to the work of Florence Knoll, the pioneering architect and designer who made the firm a leader in its field. The seating that Knoll created for office spaces — as well as pieces designed by Florence initially for commercial clients — soon became desirable for the home.
As the demand for casual, uncluttered furnishings grew, more mid-century furniture designers caught the spirit.
Classically oriented creators such as Edward Wormley, house designer for Dunbar Inc., offered such pieces as the sinuous Listen to Me chaise; the British expatriate T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings switched gears, creating items such as the tiered, biomorphic Mesa table. There were Young Turks such as Paul McCobb, who designed holistic groups of sleek, blond wood furniture, and Milo Baughman, who espoused a West Coast aesthetic in minimalist teak dining tables and lushly upholstered chairs and sofas with angular steel frames.
Generations turn over, and mid-century modern remains arguably the most popular style going. As the collection of vintage mid-century modern chairs, dressers, coffee tables and other furniture for the living room, dining room, bedroom and elsewhere on 1stDibs demonstrates, this period saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history.
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.
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