B&B Italia Furniture
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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Period: 2010s
Creator: B&B Italia
B&B Italia by Antonio Citterio Ivory Cream Leather Charles Corner Sofa
By Antonio Citterio, B&B Italia
Located in London, GB
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.
Inspired by and...
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2010s Italian B&B Italia Furniture
Materials
Leather
B&B Italia Mera Black Marble and Chromed Steel Small Side Table
By Antonio Citterio, B&B Italia
Located in Chicago, IL
B&B Italia Mera small side table, 2012. Top is glossy Sahara noir marble, with a base of chromed steel.
The Mera series was designed with a transversal character that allows you to...
Category
2010s Italian Modern B&B Italia Furniture
Materials
Marble, Steel
B&B Italia by Antonio Citterio Brown Velvet Richard Sectional Sofa
By Antonio Citterio, B&B Italia
Located in London, GB
Originally designed by Antonio Citterio for B&B Italia in 2016, the Richard sofa is a fantastic example of contemporary Italian design.
Made up of two units, the sofa is constructe...
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2010s Italian B&B Italia Furniture
Materials
Velvet
B&B Italia by Antonio Citterio Brown Velvet Richard Ottoman
By Antonio Citterio, B&B Italia
Located in London, GB
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 Furniture
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Fabric
B&B Italia “Charles” L-Shape Sectional Sofa in Stripe Wool
By B&B Italia
Located in Barrowford, GB
This is a huge, iconic “Charles” 3-Section L-Shape Sofa (consisting of a CH228S, a CH156S and a CH156D section) from the “Maxalto” range of seating from the world renown Italian furn...
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2010s B&B Italia Furniture
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Wool
B&B Italia by Edward Barber & Jay Osgerby Grey Tobi-Ishi Dining Table
By B&B Italia, Edward Barber and Jay Osgerby
Located in London, GB
Originally designed by Edward Barber and Jay Osgerby for B&B Italia in 2012, the Tobi-Ishi dining table takes its name from the ornamental stones used in traditional Japanese gardens...
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2010s Italian B&B Italia Furniture
Materials
Resin
B&B Italia by Antonio Citterio Grey Ray Velvet Corner Sofa
By Antonio Citterio, B&B Italia
Located in London, GB
Originally designed by Antonio Citterio for B&B Italia in 2012, the Ray sofa is a fantastic example of contemporary Italian design.
Constructed from tubular steel, the modular sofa ...
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2010s Italian B&B Italia Furniture
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Fabric
Antonio Citterio for B&B Italia Dark Blue Fabric Michel Corner Sofa
By Antonio Citterio, B&B Italia
Located in London, GB
Originally designed by Antonio Citterio in 2012 for B&B Italia, the Michel sofa is a fantastic example of modern furniture design.
Constructed from a tubular steel frame, the sofa i...
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2010s Italian B&B Italia Furniture
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Fabric
Set of Four Monica Armani Flair O' Swivel Dining Chairs, B&B Italia, Italy 2022
By Monica Armani, B&B Italia
Located in Miami, FL
Modern set of four Flair O' rotating swivel dining chairs rendered in a luxurious red fabric with an auto return swivel mechanism perfect for dining room chair...
Category
2010s Italian Modern B&B Italia Furniture
Materials
Steel
2016 Hollow Sofa by Patricia Urquiola for B&B Italia in Houndstooth Fabric
By B&B Italia, Patricia Urquiola
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a ‘Hollow’ Case Sofa, designed by Patricia Urquiola for B & B Italia in 2006. This particular piece was manufactured in Italy in 2016. The design features upholstered interio...
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2010s Italian Modern B&B Italia Furniture
Materials
Steel
B&B Italia by Antonio Citterio Ivory Cream Fabric Charles Corner Sofa, 2022
By Antonio Citterio, B&B Italia
Located in London, GB
Originally designed by Antonio Citterio in 1997, the Charles sofa collection is manufactured by B&B Italia and is a fantastic example of contemporary ...
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2010s Italian B&B Italia Furniture
Materials
Fabric
Antonio Citterio for B&B Italia Richard Fabric Two Seat Sofa
By Antonio Citterio, B&B Italia
Located in London, GB
Originally designed by Antonio Citterio for B&B Italia in 2016, the Richard sofa is a fantastic example of contemporary Italian design.
The two seat sofa is constructed from a tubul...
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2010s Italian B&B Italia Furniture
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Fabric
Antonio Citterio for B&B Italia Richard Fabric Single Arm Sofa
By Antonio Citterio, B&B Italia
Located in London, GB
Originally designed by Antonio Citterio for B&B Italia in 2016, the Richard sofa is a fantastic example of contemporary Italian design.
The two seat sofa is constructed from a tubul...
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2010s Italian B&B Italia Furniture
Materials
Fabric
B&B Italia by Antonio Citterio Richard Grey Fabric Corner Sofa
By Antonio Citterio, B&B Italia
Located in London, GB
Originally designed by Antonio Citterio for B&B Italia in 2016, the Richard sofa is a fantastic example of contemporary Italian design.
The sectional sofa has a corner configuration...
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2010s Italian B&B Italia Furniture
Materials
Fabric
B&B Italia “Arne A252C_1” 4-Seat Curved Sofa in Purple Velvet
By B&B Italia
Located in Barrowford, GB
This is a sublime, rare “Arne A252C_1” curved, 4-Seat Sofa from the world renown Italian furniture house of B&B Italia.
In a world of temporary pleasures, B&B Italia create beaut...
Category
2010s B&B Italia Furniture
Materials
Velvet
B&B Italia Two Piece "Bend" Sofa by Patricia Urquiola, 2010, off White, Signed
By B&B Italia, Patricia Urquiola
Located in Kansas City, MO
"Bend" sofa designed by Patricia Urquiola for B&B Italia, 2010. This example was purchased five years ago. It has has very little use, but does have a few very small spots which you ...
Category
2010s Italian Modern B&B Italia Furniture
Materials
Steel
B&B Italia Brushed Black Oak and Bronzed Steel 'Surface' Coffee Table
By Vincent Van Duysen, B&B Italia
Located in Chicago, IL
B&B Italia 'Surface' coffee table in brushed black oak and bronzed nickel plated steel. Designed by Vincent Van Duysen, 2010.
***NOTE*** There is only one (1) table; ring/waterma...
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2010s Italian Modern B&B Italia Furniture
Materials
Steel
Superb B&B Italia “Dadone” L-Shape Sofa in Mid-Grey “Gamma” Leather
By B&B Italia
Located in Barrowford, GB
This is a large, iconic “Dadone” L-Shape Sectional Sofa from the “Maxalto” range of seating from the world renown Italian furniture house of B&B Italia.
In a world of temporary p...
Category
2010s Italian B&B Italia Furniture
Materials
Leather
2010s Pair of Hollow Lounge Chairs by Patricia Urquiola for B&B Italia in Fabric
By B&B Italia, Patricia Urquiola
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a pair of ‘Hollow’ Lounge Chairs, designed by Patricia Urquiola for B & B Italia in 2006. This particular pair was manufactured in Italy C. 2010. The listed price includes bo...
Category
2010s Italian Modern B&B Italia Furniture
Materials
Steel
B&B Italia by Naoto Fukasawa Red Highback Papilio Loveseat Sofa
By Naoto Fukasawa, B&B Italia
Located in London, GB
Designed by Naoto Fukasawa for B&B Italia, the Papilio collection is named after the Latin word for butterfly and draws inspiration from the silhouette.
Taking the same form as the iconic grande Papilio...
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2010s Italian Modern B&B Italia Furniture
Materials
Fabric
B&B Italia Maxalto by Antonio Citterio Recipio ‘14 Black Writing Desk
By B&B Italia, Maxalto, Antonio Citterio
Located in London, GB
Originally designed by Antonio Citterio for Maxalto B&B Italia in 2014, the Recipio ‘14 desk is a fantastic example of modern Italian design.
Constructed from wood with a black sh...
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2010s Italian Modern B&B Italia Furniture
Materials
Wood
B&B Italia “Febo” Chaise Lounge Sofa in Violet “Enia” Chenille
By B&B Italia
Located in Barrowford, GB
This is a superb, rare B&B Italia Maxalto “Febo 2807T” Chaise Longue dressed in a peerless, elegant woven-chenille “Enia 777” fabric in a pink-violet colo...
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2010s Italian B&B Italia Furniture
Materials
Chenille
B&B Italia “George” Sofa 2.5-Seat Sofa in Brown Alcantara Suede
By B&B Italia
Located in Barrowford, GB
This is a rare, superb “George GS197” 2.5-Seat Sofa from the world renown Italian furniture house, B&B Italia.
In a world of temporary pleasures, B&B Italia create beautiful furni...
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2010s B&B Italia Furniture
Materials
Suede
B&B Italia by Antonio Citterio Beige Leather & Walnut EL Dining Chairs, Set of 4
By B&B Italia, Antonio Citterio
Located in London, GB
Originally designed by Antonio Citterio in 2009 for B&B Italia, the EL dining chair is a sleek and sophisticated piece of design.
Featuring a pared-back silhouette, the chairs hav...
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2010s Italian B&B Italia Furniture
Materials
Leather
Suite of 8 B&B Italia “Arcadia” Dining Chairs in White “Gamma” Leather
By B&B Italia
Located in Barrowford, GB
This is one of the most handsome, refined suites of dining chairs you could hope to find.
This is an ultra-rare opportunity to acquire what is, unequivocally, the best of the best, it being a most spectacular, beautifully-presented 8-piece suite of B&B Italia “Arcadia” Dining Chairs...
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2010s B&B Italia Furniture
Materials
Leather
Pair of B&B Italia “Lazy “05” Armchairs in Pale Grey Blue “Gamma” Leather
By B&B Italia
Located in Barrowford, GB
This is a superb, identical pair of B&B Italia “Lazy ’05” Armchairs dressed in a beautiful, peerless, top-grade “Gamma” leather in a pale-grey/blue.
In a world of temporary pleasu...
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2010s B&B Italia Furniture
Materials
Leather
B&B Italia “Harry HL375” 5-Seat Sofa in Dark Brown Linen
By B&B Italia
Located in Barrowford, GB
This is superb, beautifully-presented example of the iconic “Harry HL375” 5-Seat Sofa from the world renown Italian furniture house of B&B Italia, all dressed in the most-satisfying,...
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2010s Italian B&B Italia Furniture
Materials
Linen
B&B Italia “Marcel” 2.5-Seat Sofa in Blue Velvet
By B&B Italia
Located in Barrowford, GB
This is superb, immaculately-presented example of large-scale seating, it being a “Marcel” Large 2.5-Seat Sofa dressed in the most-luxurious, short-pile, soft-velvet in mid-blue, fro...
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2010s B&B Italia Furniture
Materials
Velvet
Suite of 6 B&B Italia “Maxalto Simplice” Dining Chairs in Oak & Leather
By B&B Italia
Located in Barrowford, GB
This is a sublime, immaculately-presented suite of 6 B&B Italia “Maxalto Simplice” Chairs in Ivory “Gamma” Leather and Oak.
In a world of temporary...
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2010s B&B Italia Furniture
Materials
Leather
B&B Italia “Charles” L-Shape Sectional Sofa in Beige “Serra” Cashmere
By B&B Italia
Located in Barrowford, GB
This is a huge, iconic “Charles” Sectional L-Shape Sofa (consisting of a CH156S, a CH228D and a CH156C section) from the “Maxalto” range of seating from the world renown Italian furn...
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2010s B&B Italia Furniture
Materials
Wool
Pair of B&B Italia “Cloud ” Sofas in Grey “Gamma” Leather
By B&B Italia
Located in Barrowford, GB
This is a superb pair of “Cloud” 3-Seat Sofas (one being a CLO200 unit, and the other a CLO200SC unit) from the “Project” range of the world renown Italian furniture house, B&B Italia.
In a world of temporary pleasures, B&B Italia create beautiful furniture that remains a joy forever.
Dressed in the most stunning and tactile “Gamma” leather...
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2010s B&B Italia Furniture
Materials
Leather
B&B Italia “Imprimateur Apta” 4-Seat Sofa in Dark Grey “Gamma” Leather
By B&B Italia
Located in Barrowford, GB
A superb “Imprimateur Apta 9863N” Large 4-Seat Sofa from the “Maxalto” range of seating from the world renown Italian furniture house of B&B Italia.
In a world of temporary pleasu...
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2010s B&B Italia Furniture
Materials
Leather
Pair of B&B Italia “Maxalto” Armchairs in “Pelle” Leather and Wood
By B&B Italia
Located in Barrowford, GB
This is a rare pair of identical “Maxalto” Armchairs from the world renown Italian furniture house, B&B Italia.
In a world of temporary pleasures, B&B Italia create beautiful furn...
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2010s B&B Italia Furniture
Materials
Leather
B&B Italia “Ray” L-Shape Sofa in Silver Grey Italian Velvet
By B&B Italia
Located in Barrowford, GB
This is an iconic “Ray” Sectional L-Shape Sofa (composition RY002) from the world renown Italian furniture house of B&B Italia.
In a world of temporary pleasures, B&B Italia create beautiful furniture that remains a joy forever.
Recently recovered in a most-gorgeous and tactile short-pile Italian-velvet fabric in a pale silver/grey. Whilst being as robust and hard-wearing as rhino skin, its softness and texture (as illustrated in the close-up image provided) is simply divine to the touch. Supplied with numerous complimenting back cushions.
This piece is in pristine, immaculately-maintained condition, having seen light, irregular use since its recent renovations. Its handsome order reflects the TLC and considerate use afforded it at its previous home and, aside from some light-marking to the painted finish of the legs, is as unmarked and beautifully-presented as you could possibly hope to find.
Please view the images provided to confirm its exceptional condition and beguiling appearance. It is as fine-a-conditioned, stunningly-coloured example of this seating icon as you could hope to acquire.
In its current condition, it would meet the requirements of even the most-particular and, for someone looking for a piece of high-design to position at the heart of family life, it is truly heaven sent! This superb piece possesses all the beauty and majesty of the finest contemporary furniture money can buy.
Dimensions-wise, when configured as an L-Shape, it measures 331cm across its back, 160cm along the shorter...
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2010s B&B Italia Furniture
Materials
Velvet
Pair of B&B Italia “Harry H85” Armchairs in Brown “Gamma” Leather
By B&B Italia
Located in Barrowford, GB
This is a rare, impeccable identical pair of “Harry H85” Armchairs from the world renown Italian furniture house, B&B Italia.
In a world of temporary pleasures, B&B Italia create ...
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2010s B&B Italia Furniture
Materials
Leather
Pair of B&B Italia “Mart” Swivel Armchairs in Black “Pelle” Leather and Metal
By B&B Italia
Located in Barrowford, GB
This is a rare pair of identical “Mart MPG” Armchairs from the world renown Italian furniture house, B&B Italia.
In a world of temporary pleasures, B&B Italia create beautiful fur...
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2010s B&B Italia Furniture
Materials
Leather
Suite of 4 B&B Italia “Metropolitan ME84” Armchairs in Tan “Gamma” Leather
By B&B Italia
Located in Barrowford, GB
This is a rare, superb suite of 4 B&B Italia “Metropolitan ME84” Armchairs dressed in a beautiful, peerless, top-grade “Gamma” leather in a light tan-brown.
In a world of temporar...
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2010s B&B Italia Furniture
Materials
Leather
B&B Italia “Metropolitan ME84” Armchair In Tan “Gamma” Leather 4 Available
By B&B Italia
Located in Barrowford, GB
This is a superb B&B Italia “Metropolitan ME84” Armchair (one of 4 identical Armchairs available currently) dressed in a beautiful, peerless, top-grade “Gamma” leather in a light tan...
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2010s B&B Italia Furniture
Materials
Leather
B&B Italia “Luis” 3-Seat Chaise-End Sofa in Oxblood Deep Red “Alfa” Leather
By B&B Italia
Located in Barrowford, GB
This is a drop-dead-gorgeous “Luis” 3-Seat Sectional Sofa from the world renown Italian furniture house of B&B Italia.
In a world of temporary pleasures, B&B Italia create beautif...
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2010s B&B Italia Furniture
Materials
Leather
B&B Italia by Antonio Citterio Cream Pony Hair Leather J.J. Armchair
By Antonio Citterio, B&B Italia
Located in London, GB
A stunning piece of modern design, the J.J Armchair by Antonio Citterio for B&B Italia is the perfect balance between traditional and contemporary.
Using contrasting materials, th...
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2010s Italian B&B Italia Furniture
Materials
Ash, Leather
Contemporary Modern Italian Lounge Chair by Antonio Citterio
By Antonio Citterio, B&B Italia
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This luxurious contemporary modern lounge chair was designed by Antonio Citterio for B&B Italia. An unusual Italian design that boasts extremely low sloping arm rests and a chrome base with tapered legs. A comfortable mid-century style arm chair with thick padded seating and a removable back cushion. This retro style lounge chair...
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern B&B Italia Furniture
Materials
Chrome
Pair of B&B Italia Maxalto Imprimatur Antonio Citterio Armchairs
By Antonio Citterio, B&B Italia
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning pair of high back B&B Italia hand made in Italy Maxalto Imprimatur armchairs designed by Antonio Citterio RRP £6000.
The chairs ar...
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2010s Italian Modern B&B Italia Furniture
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Chrome, Nickel
Six Luta Bar Stools by Antonio Citterio. White, Chrome, Light Purple Microfiber.
By Antonio Citterio, B&B Italia
Located in Kansas City, MO
Set of 6 Antonio Citterio for B&B Italia Luta Barstools. You can buy these in any quantity up to six. The Iuta bar stools are a B&B Italia icon. The seat is a molded technical wire m...
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2010s Italian Modern B&B Italia Furniture
Materials
Steel, Chrome, Wire
B&B Italia by Mario Bellini White Fabric Camaleonda Corner Armchair
By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini
Located in London, GB
Originally designed by Mario Bellini in 1972 for the Museum of Modern Art exhibition ‘Italy: The New Domestic Landscape’, the Camaleonda was manufactured by B&B Italia for 5 years un...
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2010s Italian B&B Italia Furniture
Materials
Fabric
B&B Italia by Antonio Citterio Richard Houndstooth Three Seat Sofa
By Antonio Citterio, B&B Italia
Located in London, GB
Originally designed by Antonio Citterio for B&B Italia in 2016, the Richard sofa is a fantastic example of contemporary Italian design.
The three seat sofa is constructed from a tu...
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2010s Italian B&B Italia Furniture
Materials
Fabric
B&B Italia by Patricia Urquiola Purple Bend Three Piece Modular Sofa
By B&B Italia, Patricia Urquiola
Located in London, GB
Originally designed by Patricia Urquiola for B&B Italia in 2010, the Bend sofa is a fantastic example of contemporary design.
With a bold and undulating...
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2010s Italian B&B Italia Furniture
Materials
Fabric
Italian Modern Antonio Citterio for B&B Italia Iuta Swivel Dining Chairs, a Pair
By Antonio Citterio, B&B Italia
Located in Secaucus, NJ
These classic and elegant Iuta swivel chairs created by Antonio Citterio for B&B Italia, combine comfort and performance and clean lines.
Featuring a stunning molded technical wire m...
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2010s Italian Modern B&B Italia Furniture
Materials
Aluminum, Steel
B&B Italia Mera Black Marble and Chromed Steel Small Side Table
By Antonio Citterio, B&B Italia
Located in Chicago, IL
B&B Italia Mera small side table, 2012. Top is glossy Sahara noir marble, with a base of chromed steel.
The Mera series was designed with a transversal character that allows you to easily combine them with both the most traditional sofas...
Category
2010s Italian Modern B&B Italia Furniture
Materials
Marble
B&b Italia furniture for sale on 1stDibs.
B&B Italia furniture are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of fabric and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of B&B Italia furniture, although black editions of this piece are particularly popular. We have 329 vintage editions of these items in-stock, while there is 4 modern edition to choose from as well. Many of the original furniture by B&B Italia were created in the mid-century modern style in europe during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider furniture by Mario Bellini, Osvaldo Borsani, and Gianfranco Frattini. Prices for B&B Italia furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $550 and can go as high as $52,300, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $6,530.
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Questions About B&B Italia Furniture
- Where is B&B Italia made?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022B&B Italia makes their furniture at a company-owned factory in Novedrate, Como, Italy. The brand's headquarters are also in the city. To ensure quality, skilled artisans produce each piece by hand. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of B&B Italia furniture.
- What does R&B mean on silver?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The maker’s mark R&B is from the company Roberts & Belk. Originally known as Furniss, Poles and Turner in 1809, the company went through many different names until it landed on Roberts & Belk in 1864. Known for their silver flatware and cutlery, the brand became quite desirable. Shop a collection of authentic Roberts and Belk silver from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
- Is B. Altman still in business?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022No, B. Altman is not still in business. The last remaining B. Altman store closed in 1990 after the company went bankrupt. Benjamin Altman founded the retail department store chain in New York, New York, in 1865. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of B. Altman apparel.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022How to clean a Bulgari B Zero ring depends on the material. You can clean the metal with a soft-bristled toothbrush, warm water and dish soap, and then rinse with lukewarm water. Use a cleaning product formulated for leather to clean leather rings. Wipe gemstones with a soft cloth. Bulgari recommends that you visit a Bulgari boutique once every year for professional cleaning. On 1stDibs, find a range of Bulgari B Zero rings.