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B&B Italia Sofas

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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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Creator: B&B Italia
Mid-Century Modern Italian Three-Seat "Coronado" Sofa by Tobia Scarpa for B&B
Mid-Century Modern Italian Three-Seat "Coronado" Sofa by Tobia Scarpa for B&B

Mid-Century Modern Italian Three-Seat "Coronado" Sofa by Tobia Scarpa for B&B

By B&B Italia, Tobia Scarpa

Located in Prato, IT

Mid-Century Modern Italian three-seat flamingo pink velvet "Coronado" sofa by Tobia Scarpa for B&B. Project from 1960s The sofa can come as a living room set together with its pair ...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage B&B Italia Sofas

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Velvet, Wood

2x Original B&B Italia Recamiere Charles Sofa Design Couch
2x Original B&B Italia Recamiere Charles Sofa Design Couch

2x Original B&B Italia Recamiere Charles Sofa Design Couch

By B&B Italia

Located in Berlin, DE

Wir bieten zwei wunderschöne Zweisitzer Sofas vom renommierten italienischen Hersteller B&B Italia zum Verkauf an. Bei den Sofas handelt es sich um das Modell "Charles", das durc...

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Early 2000s Italian Post-Modern B&B Italia Sofas

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Metal

Mario Bellini Blue Cotton Velvet Camaleonda Sofa for B&B Italia, 1972, Set Of 7
Mario Bellini Blue Cotton Velvet Camaleonda Sofa for B&B Italia, 1972, Set Of 7

Mario Bellini Blue Cotton Velvet Camaleonda Sofa for B&B Italia, 1972, Set Of 7

By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini

Located in Vicenza, IT

Camaleonda sofa, designed by Mario Bellini and manufactured by B&B Italia in 1972. The set features seven modules with backrest (four big modules and three small ones) and one armres...

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1970s Italian Space Age Vintage B&B Italia Sofas

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Cotton, Velvet, Foam

Mario Bellini "Le Bambole" Sofa for B&B Italia, Dark Brown Suede, 1971
Mario Bellini "Le Bambole" Sofa for B&B Italia, Dark Brown Suede, 1971

Mario Bellini "Le Bambole" Sofa for B&B Italia, Dark Brown Suede, 1971

By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini

Located in Lonigo, Veneto

Mario Bellini “Le Bambole” sofa for B&B Italia, dark brown suede, Italy, 1971. This is a timeless Postmodern design icon. The starting point was a shopping bag containing formle...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage B&B Italia Sofas

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Foam, Suede

Cloud Sofa by Naoto Fukasawa for B&B Italia
Cloud Sofa by Naoto Fukasawa for B&B Italia

Cloud Sofa by Naoto Fukasawa for B&B Italia

By B&B Italia, Naoto Fukasawa

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Introducing the Cloud Sofa by Naoto Fukasawa for B&B Italia - a stunning piece of furniture that will transform any living space into a cozy and comfortable haven. This beautiful cou...

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Early 2000s Italian Modern B&B Italia Sofas

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Chrome

Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" Sofa for B&B Italia, Sand Beige, 1970, Set of 5
Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" Sofa for B&B Italia, Sand Beige, 1970, Set of 5

Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" Sofa for B&B Italia, Sand Beige, 1970, Set of 5

By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini

Located in Lonigo, Veneto

Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" modular sofa for B&B Italia, sand beige leather, Italy, 1970, five elements. "Camaleonda" is an icon, rediscovered. First designed in 1970 by Mario Be...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage B&B Italia Sofas

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Leather, Plastic

Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" Sofa for B&B Italia, Cognac Leather, 1970, Set of 6
Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" Sofa for B&B Italia, Cognac Leather, 1970, Set of 6

Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" Sofa for B&B Italia, Cognac Leather, 1970, Set of 6

By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini

Located in Lonigo, Veneto

Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" modular sofa for B&B Italia, Cognac leather, Italy, 1970, set of 6. "Camaleonda" is an icon, rediscovered. First designed in 1970 by Mario Bellini, i...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage B&B Italia Sofas

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Leather, Plastic

Mario Bellini B&B Italia Camaleonda White Bouclé Fabric Modular Sofa
Mario Bellini B&B Italia Camaleonda White Bouclé Fabric Modular Sofa

Mario Bellini B&B Italia Camaleonda White Bouclé Fabric Modular Sofa

By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia

Located in Ibiza, Spain

Exceptional original sofa designed by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia in 1972, composed of 3 modular seatings with its backrest and 2 armrests White bouclé wool upholstery. - Three...

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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern B&B Italia Sofas

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Bouclé

Mario Bellini “Camaleonda” Sofa for B&B Italia, Rust Brown, 1970, Set of 11
Mario Bellini “Camaleonda” Sofa for B&B Italia, Rust Brown, 1970, Set of 11

Mario Bellini “Camaleonda” Sofa for B&B Italia, Rust Brown, 1970, Set of 11

By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini

Located in Lonigo, Veneto

Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" modular sofa for B&B Italia, rust brown velvet, Italy, 1970, set of eleven. “Camaleonda” is an icon, rediscovered. It was one of the truly modular sof...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage B&B Italia Sofas

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Velvet

Mario Bellini “Le Bambole” Sofa for B&B Italia, Camel Velvet, 1971, Set of 5
Mario Bellini “Le Bambole” Sofa for B&B Italia, Camel Velvet, 1971, Set of 5

Mario Bellini “Le Bambole” Sofa for B&B Italia, Camel Velvet, 1971, Set of 5

By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia

Located in Lonigo, Veneto

Mario Bellini “Le Bambole” modular sofa for B&B Italia, camel velvet, Italy, 1971, set of five (two corners + three easy chairs). The search for a new shape for upholstered fu...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage B&B Italia Sofas

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Velvet, Foam

Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" Sofa for B&B Italia, Two-tone Velvet, Set of 8
Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" Sofa for B&B Italia, Two-tone Velvet, Set of 8

Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" Sofa for B&B Italia, Two-tone Velvet, Set of 8

By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia

Located in Lonigo, Veneto

Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" modular sofa for B&B Italia, velvet, metal and plastic, Italy, 1970, eight elements. "Camaleonda" is an icon, redis...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage B&B Italia Sofas

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Plastic, Velvet

Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" Modular Sofa for B&B Italia, Laguna Velvet, 1970
Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" Modular Sofa for B&B Italia, Laguna Velvet, 1970

Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" Modular Sofa for B&B Italia, Laguna Velvet, 1970

By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini

Located in Lonigo, Veneto

Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" modular sofa for B&B Italia, Laguna velvet, metal and plastic, Italy, 1970, set of four. "Camaleonda" is an icon, redis...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage B&B Italia Sofas

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Velvet, Plastic

Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" Sofa for B&B Italia, Green Velvet, 1970, Set of 6
Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" Sofa for B&B Italia, Green Velvet, 1970, Set of 6

Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" Sofa for B&B Italia, Green Velvet, 1970, Set of 6

By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini

Located in Lonigo, Veneto

Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" modular sofa for B&B Italia, green velvet, Italy, 1970, set of six. "Camaleonda" is an icon, rediscovered. Our atelier carefully restored this vintage...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage B&B Italia Sofas

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Plastic, Velvet

Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" Sofa for B&B Italia, Ivory Bouclé, 1970, Set of 6
Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" Sofa for B&B Italia, Ivory Bouclé, 1970, Set of 6

Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" Sofa for B&B Italia, Ivory Bouclé, 1970, Set of 6

By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini

Located in Lonigo, Veneto

Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" modular sofa for B&B Italia, ivory bouclé, Italy, 1970, six elements. "Camaleonda" is an icon, rediscovered. It was one of the truly modular sofa designs...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage B&B Italia Sofas

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Bouclé, Plastic

Mario Bellini Bambole 2 sofa B&B Italia Italy 1973
Mario Bellini Bambole 2 sofa B&B Italia Italy 1973

Mario Bellini Bambole 2 sofa B&B Italia Italy 1973

By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia

Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant

This highly sought-after ‘Le Bambole’ 2-seater sofa, designed by the legendary Mario Bellini and manufactured by B&B Italia in 1973, represents the very essence of 1970s Italian desi...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage B&B Italia Sofas

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Leather

Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" Sofa for B&B Italia, Black Leather, 1970, Set of 3
Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" Sofa for B&B Italia, Black Leather, 1970, Set of 3

Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" Sofa for B&B Italia, Black Leather, 1970, Set of 3

By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini

Located in Lonigo, Veneto

Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" modular sofa for B&B Italia, black leather, Italy, 1970, three elements. "Camaleonda" is an icon, rediscovered. First designed in 1970 by Mario Belli...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage B&B Italia Sofas

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Leather, Plastic

Alanda vintage sofa by Paolo Piva for B&B Italia, 1980s
Alanda vintage sofa by Paolo Piva for B&B Italia, 1980s

Alanda vintage sofa by Paolo Piva for B&B Italia, 1980s

By B&B Italia, Paolo Piva

Located in modena, Emilia-Romagna

Alanda sofa by Paolo Piva for B&B Italia. A true design product, typical of the 1990s. Made of Steel and upholstered in Grey color Alcantara, fully removable cover. Armrests and head...

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1980s Italian Modern Vintage B&B Italia Sofas

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Fabric

"Le Bambole" Modular Sofa by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia, 1970s
"Le Bambole" Modular Sofa by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia, 1970s

"Le Bambole" Modular Sofa by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia, 1970s

By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini

Located in bruxelles, BE

4-piece modular fabric sofa by Mario Bellini, “Le Bambole” model. Branded under the seat. Seat height: 41 cm. Wear due to age and time. FOR SHIPPING, REQUEST US FOR RECEIVE THE BEST ...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage B&B Italia Sofas

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Fabric

Italian Three-Seater Sofa Model Diesis by Antonio Citterio for B&B, 1970s
Italian Three-Seater Sofa Model Diesis by Antonio Citterio for B&B, 1970s

Italian Three-Seater Sofa Model Diesis by Antonio Citterio for B&B, 1970s

By Antonio Citterio, B&B Italia

Located in MIlano, IT

Italian Mid-Century Modern three-seater sofa model Diesis by Antonio Citterio for B&B, 1970s Three-seater sofa model Diesis with armrests, with aluminum structure and padded cushion...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage B&B Italia Sofas

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Metal

Le Bambole Leather Sofa Design Mario Bellini 1978 for B&B Italia
Le Bambole Leather Sofa Design Mario Bellini 1978 for B&B Italia

Le Bambole Leather Sofa Design Mario Bellini 1978 for B&B Italia

By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia

Located in Offenburg, Baden Wurthemberg

cognac leather Le Bambole-seater Sofa designed by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia in 1978. Price is per sofa ! The Bambole series today is a true icon amongst the 1970s design f...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Post-Modern B&B Italia Sofas

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Leather, Foam

Camaleonda by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia
Camaleonda by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia

Camaleonda by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia

By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia

Located in Wien, AT

The Camaleonda sofa by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia, designed in 1970, is a seminal work of radical Italian design, defined by its fully modular system and soft, sculptural articulat...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage B&B Italia Sofas

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Velvet, Foam

Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" Sofa for B&B Italia, Ivory Bouclé, 1970, Set of 4
Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" Sofa for B&B Italia, Ivory Bouclé, 1970, Set of 4

Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" Sofa for B&B Italia, Ivory Bouclé, 1970, Set of 4

By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini

Located in Lonigo, Veneto

Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" modular sofa for B&B Italia, ivory bouclé, Italy, 1970, set of four. "Camaleonda" is an icon, rediscovered. It was one of the truly modular sofa designs,...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage B&B Italia Sofas

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Bouclé, Plastic

Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" Sofa for B&B Italia, Black Leather, 1970, Set of 4
Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" Sofa for B&B Italia, Black Leather, 1970, Set of 4

Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" Sofa for B&B Italia, Black Leather, 1970, Set of 4

By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia

Located in Lonigo, Veneto

Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" modular sofa for B&B Italia, black leather, Italy, 1970, set of four. "Camaleonda" is an icon, rediscovered. First designed in 1970 by Mario Bellini,...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage B&B Italia Sofas

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Leather, Plastic

Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" Sofa for B&B Italia, Wool Bouclé, 1970, Set of 2
Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" Sofa for B&B Italia, Wool Bouclé, 1970, Set of 2

Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" Sofa for B&B Italia, Wool Bouclé, 1970, Set of 2

By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini

Located in Lonigo, Veneto

Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" modular sofa for B&B Italia, ivory wool bouclé, Italy, 1970, two elements. "Camaleonda" is an icon, rediscovered. It was one of the truly modular sofa de...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage B&B Italia Sofas

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Bouclé, Plastic

Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" Sofa for B&B Italia, Wool Bouclé, 1970, Set of 3
Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" Sofa for B&B Italia, Wool Bouclé, 1970, Set of 3

Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" Sofa for B&B Italia, Wool Bouclé, 1970, Set of 3

By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini

Located in Lonigo, Veneto

Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" modular sofa for B&B Italia, ivory wool bouclé, Italy, 1970, three elements. "Camaleonda" is an icon, rediscovered. It was one of the truly modular sofa ...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage B&B Italia Sofas

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Bouclé, Plastic

Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" Sofa for B&B Italia, Wool Bouclé, 1970, Set of 3
Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" Sofa for B&B Italia, Wool Bouclé, 1970, Set of 3

Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" Sofa for B&B Italia, Wool Bouclé, 1970, Set of 3

By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini

Located in Lonigo, Veneto

Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" modular sofa for B&B Italia, ivory wool bouclé, Italy, 1970, three elements. "Camaleonda" is an icon, rediscovered. It was one of the truly modular sofa ...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage B&B Italia Sofas

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Bouclé, Plastic

Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" Sofa for B&B Italia, Ivory Bouclé, 1970, Set of 2
Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" Sofa for B&B Italia, Ivory Bouclé, 1970, Set of 2

Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" Sofa for B&B Italia, Ivory Bouclé, 1970, Set of 2

By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini

Located in Lonigo, Veneto

Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" modular sofa for B&B Italia, ivory bouclé, Italy, 1970, two elements. "Camaleonda" is an icon, rediscovered. It was one of the truly modular sofa des...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage B&B Italia Sofas

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Bouclé, Plastic

Space Age Vintage Modular Sofa Le Bambole Purple Lavender Mario Bellini 1970s
Space Age Vintage Modular Sofa Le Bambole Purple Lavender Mario Bellini 1970s

Space Age Vintage Modular Sofa Le Bambole Purple Lavender Mario Bellini 1970s

By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia

Located in Vienna, AT

Space Age vintage authentic modular sofa Le Bambole by Mario Bellini in purple and lavender striped colors from textile fabric 1970s, Italy. A great design icon modular sofa elements Le Bambole by Mario Bellini designed 1972 for B & B Italia consists of two ( 2 ) corner elements and one ( 1 ) seater. Two modular elements show labels, all elements show underneath original jute fabric stamped with company´s name. Beautiful original striped textile fabric in purple and lavender colors. These modular sofa elements gives a lot of options for installing a space and could perfectly create a thrilling contrast with contemporary environments. The condition is fair, it shows signs of age and use like stains, abrasions, fading, damages at the fabric and worn corners. Perfect for design connoisseurs, who love and appreciate preloved authentic design icons. Images are part of the description approx. measures: 2 corner elements: width 90 cm, depth 87 cm, height 71 cm, seat height 44 cm 1 one seater: width 79 cm, depth 87 cm, height 71 cm, seat height 44 cm Mario Bellini ( 1935 ) Italian architect and designer Mario Bellini designed many important furniture designs throughout its organic and complex shapes as Le Bambole Sofa, Amante or CAB Chair. This sofa design Le Bambole features cuddly and organic spirit and helps B & B Italia to earn many awards. Also the provocative advertising campaign with the female model Donna Jordan...

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1970s Italian Space Age Vintage B&B Italia Sofas

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Textile, Upholstery

Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" Sofa for B&B Italia, Blue Velvet, 1970, Set of 6
Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" Sofa for B&B Italia, Blue Velvet, 1970, Set of 6

Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" Sofa for B&B Italia, Blue Velvet, 1970, Set of 6

By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini

Located in Lonigo, Veneto

Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" modular sofa for B&B Italia, blue velvet, Italy, 1970, set of six. "Camaleonda" is an icon, rediscovered. First designed in 1970 by Mario Bellini, it...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage B&B Italia Sofas

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Plastic, Velvet

Italian modern black leather sofa Diesis by Citterio Nava for B&B Italia, 1980s
Italian modern black leather sofa Diesis by Citterio Nava for B&B Italia, 1980s

Italian modern black leather sofa Diesis by Citterio Nava for B&B Italia, 1980s

By B&B Italia, Antonio Citterio, Paolo Nava

Located in MIlano, IT

Italian modern black leather sofa Diesis by Antonio Citterio and Paolo Nava for B&B Italia, 1980s Two-seater sofa model Diesis in buffalo black and brown leather. The seat and ba...

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1980s Italian Modern Vintage B&B Italia Sofas

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Brass, Steel

Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" Sofa for B&B Italia, Blue Velvet, 1970, Set of 2
Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" Sofa for B&B Italia, Blue Velvet, 1970, Set of 2

Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" Sofa for B&B Italia, Blue Velvet, 1970, Set of 2

By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia

Located in Lonigo, Veneto

Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" modular sofa for B&B Italia, blue velvet, Italy, 1970, set of 2 "Camaleonda" is an icon, rediscovered. First designed in 1970 by Mario Bellini, it was...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage B&B Italia Sofas

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Plastic, Velvet

Leather Erasmo Sofa by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for B&B Italia
Leather Erasmo Sofa by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for B&B Italia

Leather Erasmo Sofa by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for B&B Italia

By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, B&B Italia

Located in Chicago, IL

c. 1970s. Made in Italy. Injection molded foam frame. Extremely comfy. We have two available.

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage B&B Italia Sofas

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Leather

Mario Bellini “Camaleonda” Sofa for B&B Italia, Dark Brown, 1970, Set of 2
Mario Bellini “Camaleonda” Sofa for B&B Italia, Dark Brown, 1970, Set of 2

Mario Bellini “Camaleonda” Sofa for B&B Italia, Dark Brown, 1970, Set of 2

By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini

Located in Lonigo, Veneto

Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" modular sofa for B&B Italia, dark brown leather, Italy, 1970, set of two. “Camaleonda” is an icon, rediscovered. It was one of the truly modular sofa ...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage B&B Italia Sofas

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Leather

Italian modern Le Bambole sofa in fabric by Mario Bellini for B&B, 1980s
Italian modern Le Bambole sofa in fabric by Mario Bellini for B&B, 1980s

Italian modern Le Bambole sofa in fabric by Mario Bellini for B&B, 1980s

By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini

Located in MIlano, IT

Italian modern Le Bambole sofa in fabric by Mario Bellini for B&B, 1980s Sofa model Bibambola, form Le Bambole series, in light blue fabric. The two-seater couch features a soft, ro...

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1980s Italian Modern Vintage B&B Italia Sofas

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Fabric

Mario Bellini for B&B "Le Bambole" camel velvet two-seater sofa, 1970s
Mario Bellini for B&B "Le Bambole" camel velvet two-seater sofa, 1970s

Mario Bellini for B&B "Le Bambole" camel velvet two-seater sofa, 1970s

By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini

Located in Quarrata, IT

Two-seater sofa, model "Le Bambole", designed by Italian architect and designer Mario Bellini in 1970s and manufactured by B&B Italia. This iconic piece of 1970s avant-garde desi...

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1970s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage B&B Italia Sofas

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Jute, Velvet

Mario Bellini two sofas Model "Le Bambole" for B&B Italia, Italy, 1970s
Mario Bellini two sofas Model "Le Bambole" for B&B Italia, Italy, 1970s

Mario Bellini two sofas Model "Le Bambole" for B&B Italia, Italy, 1970s

By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini

Located in Chiavari, Liguria

Pair of fabric sofas, from the Le Bambole series, designed by Mario Bellini in 1972, Italian production, bearing the B&B brand. The 1970s marked a period of significant cultural and...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage B&B Italia Sofas

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Fabric, Bouclé

Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" Sofa for B&B Italia, Black Leather 1970, Set of 2
Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" Sofa for B&B Italia, Black Leather 1970, Set of 2

Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" Sofa for B&B Italia, Black Leather 1970, Set of 2

By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini

Located in Lonigo, Veneto

Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" modular sofa for B&B Italia, black leather, Italy, 1970, set of 2 "Camaleonda" is an icon, rediscovered. First designed in 1970 by Mario Bellini, it w...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage B&B Italia Sofas

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Leather, Plastic

Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" Easy Chair for B&B Italia, Blue Velvet, 1970
Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" Easy Chair for B&B Italia, Blue Velvet, 1970

Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" Easy Chair for B&B Italia, Blue Velvet, 1970

By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini

Located in Lonigo, Veneto

Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" easy chair for B&B Italia, blue velvet, Italy, 1970, set of 2 "Camaleonda" is an icon, rediscovered. First designed in 1970 by Mario Bellini, it was o...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage B&B Italia Sofas

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Velvet, Plastic

Mario Bellini Le Bambole Sofa, Upholstered in Alpaca, B&B Italia, 1970s
Mario Bellini Le Bambole Sofa, Upholstered in Alpaca, B&B Italia, 1970s

Mario Bellini Le Bambole Sofa, Upholstered in Alpaca, B&B Italia, 1970s

By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia

Located in Lewes, East Sussex

A beautiful Mario Bellini Le Bambole sofa, newly upholstered in luxury cream alpaca velvet, produced by B&B Italia, Italy in the 1970s. Marked on the underside. Fast shipping world...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern B&B Italia Sofas

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Alpaca

Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" Sofa for B&B Italia, Black Leather, 1970, Set of 8
Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" Sofa for B&B Italia, Black Leather, 1970, Set of 8

Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" Sofa for B&B Italia, Black Leather, 1970, Set of 8

By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini

Located in Lonigo, Veneto

Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" modular sofa for B&B Italia, black leather, Italy, 1970, eight elements. "Camaleonda" is an icon, rediscovered. First designed in 1970 by Mario Belli...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage B&B Italia Sofas

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Leather, Plastic

Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" Sofa for B&B Italia, Blue Velvet, 1970, Set of 3
Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" Sofa for B&B Italia, Blue Velvet, 1970, Set of 3

Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" Sofa for B&B Italia, Blue Velvet, 1970, Set of 3

By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia

Located in Lonigo, Veneto

Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" modular sofa for B&B Italia, blue velvet, Italy, 1970, set of three. "Camaleonda" is an icon, rediscovered. First designed in 1970 by Mario Bellini, ...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage B&B Italia Sofas

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Velvet, Plastic

Ivory “Camaleonda” Modular Sofa in 4 Segments by Mario Bellini, Italy 1971
Ivory “Camaleonda” Modular Sofa in 4 Segments by Mario Bellini, Italy 1971

Ivory “Camaleonda” Modular Sofa in 4 Segments by Mario Bellini, Italy 1971

By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia

Located in Utrecht, NL

The “Camaleonda” (Italian word play combining the words ‘chameleon’ and ‘wave’) sofa is Mario Bellini’s contemporary classic. The playful, modular design offers endless options for the user, which also inspired the model’s name. Camaleonda has passed through 5 decades of design history as a true icon. The modules of the sofa defined the aesthetics of an entire era of interior design, and are constantly featured in most international design. The elements that have made this sofa a contemporary classic are the individual modules, their original cutting patterns and the polyurethane padding that forms the characteristic capitonné (a style of upholstery in which the material is drawn in at intervals) design. The four separate segments of this “Camaleonda” were manufactured with the innovative system of cables, hooks and rings created by Bellini in 1970, which defines the characteristic look and modularity. The fundamental characteristic of Camaleonda is its unlimited modularity, a geometric pattern that allows each element to become an enormous pixel through which to define your home environment. The four modules’ versatility and the attached tie-rods and rings make it possible to create custom forms. Furthermore, the modules can be unhooked and recombined at will, allowing the sofa to adapt to an evolving taste and needs. A concept which is dear to Mario Bellini: “Of all the objects I have designed, Camaleonda is perhaps the best in terms of its sense of freedom. There are infinite numbers of possible configurations.” Condition: In good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use. The four modules have been reupholstered recently in premium bouclé fabric. Dimensions: Big segment: 37.40 in W x 37.40 in D x 27.55 in H (with back) 95 cm W x 95 cm D x 70 cm H (with back) Small segment: 25.59 in W x 37.40 in D x 27.55 in H (with back) 65 cm W x 95 cm D x 70 cm H (with back) Literature: Domus n. 523, giugno 1973, pubblicità; G. Gramigna, Repertorio del design italiano 1950 - 1980, Milano 1985, p. 341. About the designer: Mario Bellini (born February 1, 1935, Milan) is an internationally renowned Italian architect and designer. He received the Golden Compass Award eight times and the Medaglia d’Oro, that was conferred on him by the President of the Italian Republic. The MoMA in New York already dedicated a personal retrospective exhibition to him in 1987. At the time the museum already included 25 of his works in its permanent collection, including a remarkable set of Olivetti machines as well as the furniture for B&B and Cassina. He graduated from the Milan Polytechnic - Faculty of Architecture in 1959 and began working as an architect himself in the early 1960s. Like many other Italian architects, his activities range from architecture and urban planning to product and furniture design. His career as a product and furniture designer began in 1963, and from 1963 to 1991 he was chief design consultant for Olivetti. For many years he designed furnishing products and systems for B&B Italia and Cassina, TV sets for Brionvega, and hi-fi systems, headphones and electric organs...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage B&B Italia Sofas

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Metal

Italian modern modular white sofa Erasmo by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for B&B, 1970s
Italian modern modular white sofa Erasmo by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for B&B, 1970s

Italian modern modular white sofa Erasmo by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for B&B, 1970s

By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, B&B Italia

Located in MIlano, IT

Italian modern modular white sofa Erasmo by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for B&B, 1970s Modular sofa mod. Erasmo covered in white fabric tending to beige. The sofa is composed of eight modu...

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1970s Italian Modern Vintage B&B Italia Sofas

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Fabric, Plastic

Mario Bellini Azure Linen Velvet Camaleonda Sofa for B&B Italia, 1972, Set of 6
Mario Bellini Azure Linen Velvet Camaleonda Sofa for B&B Italia, 1972, Set of 6

Mario Bellini Azure Linen Velvet Camaleonda Sofa for B&B Italia, 1972, Set of 6

By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini

Located in Vicenza, IT

Camaleonda sofa, designed by Mario Bellini and manufactured by B&B Italia in 1972. The set features six modules with backrest. High quality Italian azure linen velvet upholstery. ...

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1970s Italian Space Age Vintage B&B Italia Sofas

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Linen, Velvet, Foam

Mario Bellini “Camaleonda” Sofa for B&B Italia, Rust Brown, 1970, Set of 3
Mario Bellini “Camaleonda” Sofa for B&B Italia, Rust Brown, 1970, Set of 3

Mario Bellini “Camaleonda” Sofa for B&B Italia, Rust Brown, 1970, Set of 3

By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini

Located in Lonigo, Veneto

Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" modular sofa for B&B Italia, rust brown velvet, Italy, 1970, set of three. “Camaleonda” is an icon, rediscovered. It was one of the truly modular sofa des...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage B&B Italia Sofas

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Velvet

Mario Bellini “Camaleonda” Sofa for B&B Italia, Rust Brown, 1970, Set of 6
Mario Bellini “Camaleonda” Sofa for B&B Italia, Rust Brown, 1970, Set of 6

Mario Bellini “Camaleonda” Sofa for B&B Italia, Rust Brown, 1970, Set of 6

By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini

Located in Lonigo, Veneto

Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" modular sofa for B&B Italia, rust brown velvet, Italy, 1970, set of six. “Camaleonda” is an icon, rediscovered. It was one of the truly modular sofa d...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage B&B Italia Sofas

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Velvet

Colorful Four-Piece Camaleonda Leather Sofa by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia.
Colorful Four-Piece Camaleonda Leather Sofa by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia.

Colorful Four-Piece Camaleonda Leather Sofa by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia.

By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Vibrant and iconic four-piece Camaleonda modular sofa designed by Mario Bellini in the 1970's, manufactured by B&B Italia, Italy. This rare version features four individual sections,...

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1970s Italian Vintage B&B Italia Sofas

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Leather

Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" Sofa for B&B Italia, Ivory Bouclé, 1970, Set of 6
Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" Sofa for B&B Italia, Ivory Bouclé, 1970, Set of 6

Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" Sofa for B&B Italia, Ivory Bouclé, 1970, Set of 6

By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini

Located in Lonigo, Veneto

Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" modular sofa for B&B Italia, ivory bouclé, Italy, 1970, set of six. "Camaleonda" is an icon, rediscovered. It was one of the truly modular sofa design...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage B&B Italia Sofas

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Bouclé, Plastic

Baisity sofa designed by Antonio Citterio for B&B Italia, 1980s.
Baisity sofa designed by Antonio Citterio for B&B Italia, 1980s.

Baisity sofa designed by Antonio Citterio for B&B Italia, 1980s.

By Antonio Citterio, B&B Italia

Located in Athens, Attiki

Baisity sofa designed by Antonio Citterio for B&B Italia, 1980s. Original fabric with extraordinary paisley pattern and leather. Excellent condition

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1980s Italian Modern Vintage B&B Italia Sofas

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Leather, Fabric, Silk

Mario Bellini “Camaleonda” Sofa for B&B Italia, Dark Brown, 1970, Set of 6
Mario Bellini “Camaleonda” Sofa for B&B Italia, Dark Brown, 1970, Set of 6

Mario Bellini “Camaleonda” Sofa for B&B Italia, Dark Brown, 1970, Set of 6

By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini

Located in Lonigo, Veneto

Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" modular sofa for B&B Italia, dark brown leather, Italy, 1970, set of six. “Camaleonda” is an icon, rediscovered. It was one of the truly modular sofa ...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage B&B Italia Sofas

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Leather

"Le Stelle" Loveseat Sofa by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia
"Le Stelle" Loveseat Sofa by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia

"Le Stelle" Loveseat Sofa by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia

By Knoll, Mario Bellini, B&B Italia

Located in Los Angeles, CA

"Le Stelle" loveseat sofa by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia, Italy, circa 1970s. Newly reupholstered in white Knoll boucle, the sofa features angled arm rests and Bellini's signatu...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Post-Modern B&B Italia Sofas

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Bouclé

Erasmo black leather sofa by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for B&B Italia, 1960s
Erasmo black leather sofa by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for B&B Italia, 1960s

Erasmo black leather sofa by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for B&B Italia, 1960s

By B&B Italia, Afra & Tobia Scarpa

Located in Milano, IT

Erasmo leather sofa by Tobia Scarpa for B&B Italia, 1960s Modular sofa model Erasmo, consisting of two armchairs. Upholstered in black leather, signs of time are highlighted in the p...

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1960s Italian Modern Vintage B&B Italia Sofas

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Metal

Off White Leather "Simplice Sofa" by Antonio Citterio for B and B Italia Maxalto
Off White Leather "Simplice Sofa" by Antonio Citterio for B and B Italia Maxalto

Off White Leather "Simplice Sofa" by Antonio Citterio for B and B Italia Maxalto

By Antonio Citterio, B&B Italia

Located in Kansas City, MO

Cream / Ivory color leather Simplice sofa designed by Antonio Citteria for B&B Italia. Very good condition with no holes scuffs or repairs. A few small spots may be found on cl...

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2010s Italian Modern B&B Italia Sofas

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Steel

Mario Bellini “Camaleonda” Sofa for B&B Italia, Rust Brown, 1970, Set of 4
Mario Bellini “Camaleonda” Sofa for B&B Italia, Rust Brown, 1970, Set of 4

Mario Bellini “Camaleonda” Sofa for B&B Italia, Rust Brown, 1970, Set of 4

By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia

Located in Lonigo, Veneto

Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" modular sofa for B&B Italia, rust brown alpaca velvet, Italy, 1970, set of four. “Camaleonda” is an icon, rediscovered. It was one of the truly modula...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage B&B Italia Sofas

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Alpaca, Velvet

Mario Bellini for B&B Italia "Camaleonda" White Bouclé Fabric Modular Sofa
Mario Bellini for B&B Italia "Camaleonda" White Bouclé Fabric Modular Sofa

Mario Bellini for B&B Italia "Camaleonda" White Bouclé Fabric Modular Sofa

By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini

Located in Madrid, ES

Camaleonda modular sofa designed by Mario Bellini (1935-) for B&B Italia in 1972. Composed of 3 large modular seats with backrest, 3 small modular seats with backrest, 2 armrests and...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage B&B Italia Sofas

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Wool

Italian modern brown leather sofa Coronado Afra and Tobia Scarpa for B&B, 1970s
Italian modern brown leather sofa Coronado Afra and Tobia Scarpa for B&B, 1970s

Italian modern brown leather sofa Coronado Afra and Tobia Scarpa for B&B, 1970s

By B&B Italia, Afra & Tobia Scarpa

Located in MIlano, IT

Italian modern brown leather sofa Coronado Afra and Tobia Scarpa for B&B, 1970s Sofa model Coronado in brown leather with high back. The seats, armrests and backrest have curved and ...

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1970s Italian Modern Vintage B&B Italia Sofas

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Leather, Plastic

Lunar Sofa by James Irvine for B&B Italia, Red Fabric, 1990
Lunar Sofa by James Irvine for B&B Italia, Red Fabric, 1990

Lunar Sofa by James Irvine for B&B Italia, Red Fabric, 1990

By B&B Italia, James Irvine

Located in Milano, IT

In the world of vintage collecting, James Irvine's Lunar sofa for B&B Italia is a work of art that embodies the exceptional design of the 1990s. Crafted wi...

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1990s Italian Modern B&B Italia Sofas

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Metal

Mario Bellini “Camaleonda” Sofa for B&B Italia, Rust Brown, 1970, Set of 8
Mario Bellini “Camaleonda” Sofa for B&B Italia, Rust Brown, 1970, Set of 8

Mario Bellini “Camaleonda” Sofa for B&B Italia, Rust Brown, 1970, Set of 8

By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia

Located in Lonigo, Veneto

Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" modular sofa for B&B Italia, rust brown alpaca velvet, Italy, 1970, set of eight. “Camaleonda” is an icon, rediscovered. It was one of the truly modul...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage B&B Italia Sofas

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Alpaca, Velvet

Paolo Piva, Alanda, Sofa, B&B Italia, 1980s
Paolo Piva, Alanda, Sofa, B&B Italia, 1980s

Paolo Piva, Alanda, Sofa, B&B Italia, 1980s

By B&B Italia, Paolo Piva

Located in Paris, FR

Paolo Piva Alanda A rectangular two-seater sofa with mobile headrests and armrests covered with its multicolored original fabric upholstery. Original edition by B&B Italia. With B&B Italia label. Italy. Circa 1980. Dimensions Height : 74 cm     With headrests raised : 88 cm Width : 210 cm  With armrests raised : 194 cm Depth : 106 cm With headrests raised : 86 cm Height of seat : 42 cm Literature Domus 633, November 1982, p.26-29 Domus 634, December 1982, p.22-23 Giuliana Gramigna, Repertorio del design italiano 1950-2000 per l'arredamento domestico, Umberto Allemandi, 2003, p.277 Mario Mastropietro, Rolando Gorla, Un’industria per il design : la ricerca i designers, l’immagine B&B Italia, Edizioni Lybra Immagine, Milano, 1986, p.394-397. Paolo Piva Paolo Piva was born in Adria in 1950. He studied architecture at the Venice Istituto Universitario di Architettura under the direction of Carlo Scarpa and Carlo Aymonino. He practiced architecture and industrial design mainly in Italy and Austria. In 1990, he became a professor at the Hochschule für Angewande Kunst in Vienna. He designed factories in Italy, such as in Misinto for B&B Italia, galeries such as Schullin in Vienna for which he was awarded the « Adolf Loos » prize in 1994. In 1996, he designed book-shops and cafeterias for the Venetian Civic Museums. The same year, he participated in the 6th International Exhibition of Architecture at the Venice Biennale. Alanda The idea behind the Alanda was to create a « mobile » piece of furniture. Developed with the B&B Research Centre, the mechanism allows different positions following the changing needs of the user. « Alanda was conceived as an open object...

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1980s French Modern Vintage B&B Italia Sofas

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Fabric

B&b Italia sofas for sale on 1stDibs.

B&B Italia sofas 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 sofas, although black editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original sofas 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 sofas by Mario Bellini, Afra & Tobia Scarpa, and Gianfranco Frattini. Prices for B&B Italia sofas can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $950 and can go as high as $52,300, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $10,593.

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