B&B Italia Sofas

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

Mario Bellini "Le Bambole" Sofa for B&B Italia, Black Lapin Fur, 1971

$15,000

Mario Bellini "Le Bambole" Sofa for B&B Italia, Black Lapin Fur, 1971

By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia

Located in Lonigo, Veneto

Mario Bellini “Le Bambole” sofa for B&B Italia, black lapin fur, Italy, 1971. This timeless Postmodern design icon came into being between 1970 and 1972. The search for a new shape ...

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

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Foam, Fur

B&B Italia Sofa Diesis Leder weiß Couch Antonio Citterio Paolo Nava

$4,214

B&B Italia Sofa Diesis Leder weiß Couch Antonio Citterio Paolo Nava

By Paolo Nava, B&B Italia, Antonio Citterio

Located in Berlin, DE

Wir bieten ein wunderschönes und äußerst hochwertiges Zweisitzer Sofa vom italienischen Traditionshersteller B&B Italia zum Verkauf an. Der Entwurf stammt von Antonio Citterio un...

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2010s Italian Post-Modern B&B Italia Sofas

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Aluminum, Steel

B&B ITALIA Afra & Tobia Scarpa Modell Coronado Leather Sofa

$2,898

B&B ITALIA Afra & Tobia Scarpa Modell Coronado Leather Sofa

By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, B&B Italia

Located in Munich, Bavaria

B&B Italia black leather sofa Modell Coronado designed by Afra & Tobia Scarpa in the late 1960s. Big loose cushions. This small sofa is comfortable. The leather is in good conditio...

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1960s Italian Modern Vintage B&B Italia Sofas

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Leather

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

$8,116

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

By Antonio Citterio, Paolo Nava, B&B Italia

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

B&B Italia Erasmo Modular Sofa by Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Fabric, Italy, 1970s

$4,023 / item

B&B Italia Erasmo Modular Sofa by Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Fabric, Italy, 1970s

By B&B Italia, Afra & Tobia Scarpa

Located in Zevenaar, NL

Italian modern blue/brown very soft fabric sofa Erasmo by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for B&B Italia, 1970s This modular sofa model Erasmo has an injection molded foam frame covered i...

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

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Fabric

“Le Bambole” Sofa by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia, Velvet Upholstery, 1970s

$19,479

“Le Bambole” Sofa by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia, Velvet Upholstery, 1970s

By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini

Located in Boom, Vlaams Gewest

Iconic “Le Bambole” sofa designed by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia in the 1970s. One of the most celebrated Italian seating designs of the postmodern era, Le Bambole became internatio...

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

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Velvet

Le Bambole sofa and lounge chair By Mario Bellini For B&B Italia, 1970s

$9,101 / set

Le Bambole sofa and lounge chair By Mario Bellini For B&B Italia, 1970s

By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia

Located in ABCOUDE, UT

Beautiful Le Bambole sofa and lounge chair in original beige linen upholstery, designed by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia in the 1970s. This stunning pair brings calm comfort to any s...

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1970s Vintage B&B Italia Sofas

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Jute, Linen

Antonio Citterio Atoll Sofa for B&B Italia, Italy, 2018

$4,780

Antonio Citterio Atoll Sofa for B&B Italia, Italy, 2018

By B&B Italia, Antonio Citterio

Located in Miami, FL

Stunning left arm right facing sofa chaise lounge with two seat cushions and twelve back cushions for extra comfort that can be arranged in numerous combinations. Rendered in blue tw...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern B&B Italia Sofas

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Aluminum, Steel, Pewter

Mario Bellini “Camaleonda” Sofa for B&B Italia, Sand Beige, 1970, Set of 4

$23,000 / set

Mario Bellini “Camaleonda” Sofa for B&B Italia, Sand Beige, 1970, Set of 4

By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini

Located in Lonigo, Veneto

Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" modular sofa for B&B Italia, sand beige leather, Italy, set of four. “Camaleonda” is an icon, rediscovered. It was one of the truly modular sofa desig...

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

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Leather

Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" Sofa for B&B Italia, Ivory Bouclè, 1970, Set of 3

$14,600 / set

Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" Sofa for B&B Italia, Ivory Bouclè, 1970, Set of 3

By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia

Located in Lonigo, Veneto

Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" modular sofa for B&B Italia, ivory bouclé, 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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Bouclé, Plastic

Original Erasmo Couch Modul Sofa B&B Italia Afra & Tobia Scarpa

$2,017

Original Erasmo Couch Modul Sofa B&B Italia Afra & Tobia Scarpa

By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, B&B Italia

Located in Berlin, DE

Wir bieten ein wunderschönes 3-teiliges Modulsofa von B&B Italia aus den 1970er Jahren zum Verkauf an. Der Entwurf stammt von Afra & Tobia Scarpa und wurde unter dem Namen "E...

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

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Fabric

Le Bambole Leather pouf foot rest Design Mario Bellini 1978 for B&B Italia

$3,478

Le Bambole Leather pouf foot rest Design Mario Bellini 1978 for B&B Italia

By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia

Located in Offenburg, Baden Wurthemberg

Le Bambole leather pouf or foot rest, designed by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia. Price for the foot rest only ! The Le Bambole Sofas are availab...

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

Materials

Leather, Foam

Mario Bellini "Le Bambole" Pouf for B&B Italia, 1971

$5,100

Mario Bellini "Le Bambole" Pouf for B&B Italia, 1971

By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini

Located in Lonigo, Veneto

Mario Bellini “Le Bambole” pouf for B&B Italia, lapin fur, Italy, 1971. This timeless Postmodern design icon came into being between 1970 and 1972. The...

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

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Fur, Foam

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

$18,886 / set

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 large modular seats with backrest, 3 small modular seats with backrest and 1 shoe re...

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

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Fabric, Wool, Bouclé, Wood

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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Questions About B&B Italia Sofas

Where is B&B Italia made?
1 Answer
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?
1 Answer
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?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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?
1 Answer
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?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
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?
1 Answer
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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