B&B Italia Side Chairs

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.

Creator: B&B Italia

Side Chairs - B&B Italia Iuta by Antonio Citterio

$914Sale Price / set|20% Off

Side Chairs - B&B Italia Iuta by Antonio Citterio

By Antonio Citterio, B&B Italia

Located in Highclere, Newbury

Pair of white metal mesh and fabric B&B Italia Iuta side chairs by Antonio Citterio. Antonia Citterio’s work encompasses furniture, architecture and interiors and spans the last 30 years; most notably with B&B Italia, Vitra and Kartell. The Iuta collection is a B&B Italia icon that dates back to the late 1980s and has been produced and re-introduced over the years in a number of versions. The seating range uses...

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Early 2000s Italian Modern B&B Italia Side Chairs

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Black Leather Alma Chair by Roberto Barbieri for B&B Italia

$550

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 Side Chairs

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Metal

2005 Paolo Piva for B&B ltalia Arcadia Dining Side Chair in Tan Leather

$900 / item

2005 Paolo Piva for B&B ltalia Arcadia Dining Side Chair in Tan Leather

By B&B Italia, Paolo Piva

Located in Philadelphia, PA

These are Arcadia armless dining chairs, initially designed by Paolo Piva for B&B Italia in 1989. These particular examples date to 2005. They feature a simplistic modern design ...

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Early 2000s Italian Modern B&B Italia Side Chairs

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Steel, Chrome

2004 Uwe Fischer for B&B Italia Sina Swivel Arm Dining / Desk Chairs in Leather

$1,100 / item

2004 Uwe Fischer for B&B Italia Sina Swivel Arm Dining / Desk Chairs in Leather

By Uwe Fischer, B&B Italia

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 Side Chairs

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Aluminum

1990s Arcadia Dining Side Chair by Paolo Piva for B&B Italia in Ivory Leather

$1,200

1990s Arcadia Dining Side Chair by Paolo Piva for B&B Italia in Ivory Leather

By B&B Italia, Paolo Piva

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is an ‚ÄòArcadia‚Äô armless dining chair, initially designed by Paolo Piva for B & B Italia in 1989. This piece was produced in Italy around the same time. It features a simplis...

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1990s Italian Modern B&B Italia Side Chairs

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Steel, Chrome

2005 Paolo Piva for B&B ltalia Arcadia High Back Dining Side Chair in Leather

$1,200 / item

2005 Paolo Piva for B&B ltalia Arcadia High Back Dining Side Chair in Leather

By B&B Italia, Paolo Piva

Located in Philadelphia, PA

These are Arcadia armless high back dining chairs, initially designed by Paolo Piva for B&B Italia in 1989. These particular examples date to the 2000s. They feature a simplistic...

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Early 2000s Italian Modern B&B Italia Side Chairs

Materials

Steel, Chrome

B&B Italia Charles Sectional Sofa by Antonio Citterio

$5,221Sale Price|50% Off

H 28.75 in W 99.22 in D 63 in

B&B Italia Charles Sectional Sofa by Antonio Citterio

By Antonio Citterio, B&B Italia

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...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern B&B Italia Side Chairs

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Metal

Woven Rush-Backed Dining Side Chair by Mel Smilow

$3,270 / item

H 31 in W 18 in D 16 in

Woven Rush-Backed Dining Side Chair by Mel Smilow

By Mel Smilow

Located in New York, NY

Originally designed by Mel Smilow in 1956 and officially reintroduced by his daughter Judy Smilow in 2018, the woven rush dining side chair is classically midcentury. This collection...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern B&B Italia Side Chairs

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Rush, Walnut

2000s B&B Italia Roberto Barbieri Alma Six Chairs Stackable Postmodern

On Hold|~~$4,750 / set~~

H 32 in W 18 in D 21 in

2000s B&B Italia Roberto Barbieri Alma Six Chairs Stackable Postmodern

By B&B Italia, Roberto Barbieri

Located in Chula Vista, CA

For your consideration, a Set of 6 modern ALMA dining chairs by Roberto Barbieri for B&B Italia. White & Aluminum. Stamped Italy. Fabulous feature ...

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Early 2000s Italian Modern B&B Italia Side Chairs

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Chrome

Black Leather 'CAB' Chairs by Mario Bellini for Cassina

$2,700 / item

H 32 in W 18 in D 18 in

Black Leather 'CAB' Chairs by Mario Bellini for Cassina

By Mario Bellini

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Classic leather CAB chairs by Mario Bellini for Cassina. Great patina to leather. Excellent vintage condition. Priced individua...

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1980s American Vintage B&B Italia Side Chairs

Materials

Leather

B&B Italia Model Arcadia Dining Leather Chair Paolo Piva Set of 4

$3,588 / set

H 35.04 in W 18.12 in D 21.26 in

B&B Italia Model Arcadia Dining Leather Chair Paolo Piva Set of 4

By Matteo Grassi

Located in Munich, Bavaria

Paolo Piva designed this dining chairs for B&B Italia. Model Arcadia in heavenblue leather colour and the insides from the feet are in black plastic. It fits well with memphis design...

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1980s Italian Modern Vintage B&B Italia Side Chairs

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Louis XVI Style Painted Square Back Side or Dining Chair for custom order

$1,010 / item

H 38 in W 19 in D 18 in

Louis XVI Style Painted Square Back Side or Dining Chair for custom order

Located in Oakville, ON

This Louis XVI style square back dining chair is one of our most popular, best seller dining chair for us. The frame is made in Italy of soli...

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2010s Italian Louis XVI B&B Italia Side Chairs

Materials

Wood

B&B Italia by Antonio Citterio Brown Velvet Richard Ottoman

$1,896

H 15.36 in W 48.04 in D 48.04 in

B&B Italia by Antonio Citterio Brown Velvet Richard Ottoman

By B&B Italia, Antonio Citterio

Located in Rochester, England

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 st...

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2010s Italian B&B Italia Side Chairs

Materials

Fabric

Mario Bellini Tan Cab Side Dining Chair for Cassina

$1,800

H 32.35 in W 18.5 in D 19 in

Mario Bellini Tan Cab Side Dining Chair for Cassina

By Cassina, Mario Bellini

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This iconic design by Mario Bellini for Cassina designed 1977, Italy, features the original natural toned saddle leather which is wrapped atop a steel frame. The back of each leg fea...

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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern B&B Italia Side Chairs

Materials

Steel

Set of Four Black Leather Chairs by Cattelan Italia

$2,250 / set

H 36 in W 19 in D 18 in

Set of Four Black Leather Chairs by Cattelan Italia

By Mario Bellini

Located in North Hollywood, CA

Set of four black leather dining chairs by Cattelan Italia similar to leather chairs by Mario Bellini for Cassina.

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1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage B&B Italia Side Chairs

Materials

Leather

Mario Bellini Cab Side Dining Chair for Cassina

$1,800

H 32.35 in W 18.5 in D 19 in

Mario Bellini Cab Side Dining Chair for Cassina

By Mario Bellini, Cassina

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This iconic design by Mario Bellini for Cassina, Italy, features the original natural toned saddle leather which is wrapped atop a steel frame. The back of each leg features a black ...

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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern B&B Italia Side Chairs

Materials

Steel

B&B Italia by Antonio Citterio Luta White and Green Accent Chairs, Set of 4

$1,131Sale Price / set|54% Off

H 25.99 in W 24.02 in D 22.84 in

B&B Italia by Antonio Citterio Luta White and Green Accent Chairs, Set of 4

By Antonio Citterio, B&B Italia

Located in Rochester, England

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 Side Chairs

Materials

Metal

Milo Baughman Curved Cane Back Dining Room Side Chair

$720Sale Price|20% Off

H 44.75 in W 18.5 in D 23 in

Milo Baughman Curved Cane Back Dining Room Side Chair

By Milo Baughman

Located in Wayne, NJ

Milo Baughman curved cane back dining or side chair. If you are in the New Jersey, New York City Metro Area, please contact us with your delivery ...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage B&B Italia Side Chairs

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Wood

Previously Available Items

Antonio Cittiero Set of 4 Melandra Dining Chairs

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H 32.5 in W 19.5 in D 21 in

Antonio Cittiero Set of 4 Melandra Dining Chairs

By B&B Italia, Antonio Citterio

Located in Highland, IN

An elegant minimalist design by Antonio Citterio for B&B Italia, these "Melandra" dining chairs feature seats upholstered in black leather supported by crisply tapered aluminum legs....

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1990s Italian Modern B&B Italia Side Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Patricia Urquiola for B&B Italia Canasta Chairs, Set of 2

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H 36 in W 29 in D 36 in

Patricia Urquiola for B&B Italia Canasta Chairs, Set of 2

By B&B Italia

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

The stylish pair of high back Canasta outdoor/indoor lounge chairs designed by Patricia Urquiola for B&B Italia are packed with personality! Outstanding design is exhibited throughou...

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Early 2000s Italian Modern B&B Italia Side Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Camaleonda Lounge Chairs in Bright Orange Velvet

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H 25.6 in W 25.2 in D 37.8 in

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 orange velvet.

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Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern B&B Italia Side Chairs

Materials

Velvet

Mini Papilio Leather Chairs by Naoto Fukasawa for B&B Italia

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H 29 in W 21.5 in D 21 in

Mini Papilio Leather Chairs by Naoto Fukasawa for B&B Italia

By Naoto Fukasawa, B&B Italia

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The set includes 2 chairs only, other 2 chairs are being sold separetly. Beautiful swivel leather chair designed by Naoto Fukasawa for B&B Italia and part of the "Papilio" series. These chairs have a beautiful shape and are very comfortable, they swivel and are perfect to be used as side chairs or dining chairs. The chairs are in good condition with minor use and a few marks on the leather due to previous use. Measurements: 29" high x 21.5" wide x 21 5/8" deep x 18.5" seat height. Butterflies in flight. The design image was that of a chair that would "welcome" gracefully - with the graceful movement of a butterfly, which in Latin is called a "papilio". Grande Papilio...

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2010s Italian Modern B&B Italia Side Chairs

Materials

Steel

Mini Papilio Leather Chairs by Naoto Fukasawa for B&B Italia

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H 29 in W 21.5 in D 21 in

Mini Papilio Leather Chairs by Naoto Fukasawa for B&B Italia

By Naoto Fukasawa, B&B Italia

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Beautiful swivel leather chair designed by Naoto Fukasawa for B&B Italia and part of the "Papilio" series. These chairs have a beautiful shape and are very comfortable, they swivel and are perfect to be used as side chairs or dining chairs, we have a total of 5 chairs however we have listed only 4 and the price listed is for 4 chairs. The chairs are in good condition with minor use and a few marks on the leather due to previous use. Measurements: 29" high x 21.5" wide x 21 5/8" deep x 18.5" seat height. Butterflies in flight. The design image was that of a chair that would "welcome" gracefully - with the graceful movement of a butterfly - which in Latin is called a "papilio". Grande Papilio...

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2010s Italian Modern B&B Italia Side Chairs

Materials

Steel

Black Leather / Bronzed Nickel Frame Charlotte Dining Chair, B&B Italia

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H 32 in W 19.3 in D 21.3 in

Black Leather / Bronzed Nickel Frame Charlotte Dining Chair, B&B Italia

By Antonio Citterio, B&B Italia

Located in Tulsa, OK

B&B Italia charlotte chair designed by Antonio Citterio is a tribute to lightness. The shell is completely covered, but the frame profile is visible on the chair side, thus highlight...

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2010s Italian Minimalist B&B Italia Side Chairs

Materials

Metal

Afra and Tobia Scarpa Dialogo Chair for B&B Italia, 1970s

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H 31.5 in W 20.48 in D 22.05 in

Afra and Tobia Scarpa Dialogo Chair for B&B Italia, 1970s

By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, B&B Italia

Located in Hitchin, England

An Afra and Tobia Scarpa Dialogo chair for B&B Italia, 1970s. The pieces feature an oak angular frame with a black fibreglass se...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern B&B Italia Side Chairs

Materials

Fiberglass, Oak

Mario Bellini Set of Eight Model 412 Cab Chairs by Cassina

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H 32 in W 19 in D 19 in

Mario Bellini Set of Eight Model 412 Cab Chairs by Cassina

By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini

Located in Highland, IN

A Classic Bellini design from 1977, the model 412 "Cab" chair by Cassina has a steel skeleton wrapped in thick saddle leather. It's a comfortable seat and a great Minimalist design o...

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1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage B&B Italia Side Chairs

Materials

Steel

B&b Italia side chairs for sale on 1stDibs.

B&B Italia side chairs are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of metal and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of B&B Italia side chairs, although black editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original side chairs by B&B Italia were created in the modern style in italy during the 21st century and contemporary. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider side chairs by Fasem International, Rodney Kinsman, and Mario Bellini. Prices for B&B Italia side chairs can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $550 and can go as high as $6,500, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $1,022.

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Questions About B&B Italia Side Chairs

Where is B&B Italia made?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
B&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?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
The 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.
When was Hamilton 992B made?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
The Hamilton 992B Railroad Watch was first produced in November, 1940, nine years after design and research began. The 992B featured brand-new technologies and was made with gold, steel and gilt parts and the newly designed Elinvar Extra hairspring. The last Hamilton 992B was sold in 1969. Shop Hamilton 992B Railroad Watches from top sellers worldwide on 1stDibs.
Is B. Altman still in business?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
No, 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.
How do I clean a Bulgari B Zero ring?
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How 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.
What is the difference between Steelcase Grade A and Grade B?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024
The difference between Steelcase Grade A and Grade B is condition. A previously owned chair that has been inspected by Steelcase and found to be in like-new condition receives the Grade A designation. On the other hand, a piece that has minor issues, such as scuffs on the frame, receives a Grade B classification. Shop a collection of Steelcase chairs on 1stDibs.
How can I style Dior B23 sneakers?
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How you style Dior B23 sneakers is largely a matter of personal preference. High-top styles tend to look best worn with socks no higher than the collar, while low-top options work well with socks of varying heights. Feel free to get creative and wear your sneakers with everything from dresses to jeans. Shop a range of Dior sneakers on 1stDibs.
What was most innovative about Marcel Breuer’s model B3 chair?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
What was most innovative about Marcel Breuer's Model B3 chair was its frame. Also known as the Wassily lounge chair, the piece featured a lightweight, sturdy tubular steel frame inspired by the artist's Adler bicycle. His use of the metal started a radical shift in furniture design. You’ll find a variety of Marcel Breuer Model B3 chairs 1stDibs.

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