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B&B Italia Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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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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Coffe Table Paolo Piva Alanda B&B Italia Mid Century 80s Italy Design Modern
By Paolo Piva, B&B Italia
Located in Berlin, BE
Alanda by Paolo Piva is a coffee table produced by C&B, today B&B Italia, in 1981. Its design follows a precise architectural construction and is endowed with a characteristic formal...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern B&B Italia Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Steel

B&b Italia 360 Degree Rotating Glass Top Coffee Table, 1990s
By B&B Italia
Located in Miami, FL
Contemporary B&B Italia 360 degree rotating frosted glass top coffee table with white lacquered waterfall base. The innovative 360-degree rotating frosted glass top adds versatility...
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Late 20th Century Italian Modern B&B Italia Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Glass, Wood

Afra And Tobia Scarpa Artona Coffee table for Maxalto Italy 1975
By Maxalto, Afra & Tobia Scarpa, B&B Italia
Located in Skokie, IL
Afra and Tobia Scarpa 'Artona' cocktail table for Maxalto Italy, c. 1975. The intricate detailing of this table exemplifies a level of artistry that is rarely seen. The Afra and Tob...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern B&B Italia Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Wood, Walnut, Burl

Italian modern rectangular coffee table Alanda by Paolo Piva for B&B, 1980s
By B&B Italia, Paolo Piva
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern rectangular coffee table Alanda by Paolo Piva for B&B, 1980s Coffee table mod. Alanda with rectangular glass top. The black painted metal rod structure is made up of f...
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1980s Italian Modern Vintage B&B Italia Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Metal

Italian modern black coffee table Alanda by Paolo Piva for B&B Italia, 1980s
By B&B Italia, Paolo Piva
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern black coffee table Alanda by Paolo Piva for B&B Italia, 1980s Coffee table mod. Alanda squared in shape. The top is made of glass, the structure is made of black painted metal rod and is composed of four inverted pyramids which simultaneously act as a pedestal and support for the top. Produced in 1980s by B&B Italia and designed by Paolo Piva. Fair condition, with signs of use and aging, oxidation, scratches on the top and missing glass especially on the sides. Measurements in cm 120x120x27h This iconic and incredible coffee table will be perfect to make your living room even more stylish. Also ideal for formal places such as an office, a study, a waiting room, a meeting room, a hotel, a showroom or a restaurant. If you need more information, do not hesitate to contact us, in the meantime we invite you to visit our shop, where you can find beautiful vintage furniture...
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1980s Italian Modern Vintage B&B Italia Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Metal

Italian modern Glass and black metal Coffee table Alanda by Piva for B&B, 1980s
By B&B Italia, Paolo Piva
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern Glass and black metal Coffee table Alanda by Paolo Piva for B&B Italia, 1980s Coffee table mod. Alanda with square glass top. The structure in black painted metal rod ...
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1980s Italian Modern Vintage B&B Italia Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Metal

Alanda metal coffee table by Paolo Piva for B&B Italia 70s
By B&B Italia, Paolo Piva
Located in Padova, IT
The Alanda coffee table, an iconic piece that ushered in the 1980s, is reissued as a tribute to Paolo Piva, the great architect and designer. A highly successful classic and one of t...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage B&B Italia Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Metal

Leather, Aluminum & Glass Coffee Table by Antonio Citterio for B&B Italia
By Paolo Nava, Antonio Citterio, B&B Italia
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful coffee table designed and manufactured in the 1970s by Paolo Nava and Antonio Citterio, manufactured by B&B italia. The table frame is made out of black leather and die-...
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1970s Italian Modern Vintage B&B Italia Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Aluminum

Alanda Rectangular Glass Coffee Table by Paolo Piva for B&B Italia
By Paolo Piva, B&B Italia
Located in Byron Bay, NSW
The Alanda coffee table, an iconic piece that ushered in the 1980s, is now revisited in homage to Paolo Piva, the great architect and designer who passed away last year. A highly suc...
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1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage B&B Italia Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Metal

Set of 3 low tables/pouf “Gli Scacchi” by Mario Bellini per B&B Italia 70’s
By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia
Located in Padova, IT
With a playful character, the Gli Scacchi series is made up of three inspired elements as the name reveals at most classic game, in particular the Queen, Knight and Tower pieces. Lig...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage B&B Italia Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Acrylic

Couchtisch B&B Italia Paolo Piva Metall Glas Design Klassiker 1980
By B&B Italia, Paolo Piva
Located in Berlin, DE
Wir bieten einen wunderschönen Couchtisch des renommierten Herstellers B&B Italia aus den 1980er Jahren zum Verkauf an. Das Modell wurde von Paolo Piva entworfen und gilt heute als D...
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1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage B&B Italia Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Metal

Alanda Square Coffee Table by Paolo Piva for B&B Italia, 1980s
By Paolo Piva, B&B Italia
Located in Puglia, Puglia
The Alanda coffee table, an iconic piece that inaugurated the 80s, is now a highly successful classic and refined vintage furniture complement. Our piece was produced in an Alanda ta...
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1980s Italian Modern Vintage B&B Italia Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Steel

Alanda Square Coffee Table by Paolo Piva for B&B Italia, 1980s
By B&B Italia, Paolo Piva
Located in Antwerp, BE
Alanda; Paolo Piva; 1980s; Italy; B&B Italia; coffee table; Modern Design; Late 19th century; Glass; Steel; Carlo Scarpa; Alanda coffee table by Paolo Piva for B&B Italia. one of I...
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1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage B&B Italia Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Steel

c.1972 C&B Italia Square Amanta Coffee Table by Mario Bellini Satin Black
By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini, C&B Italia
Located in Grand Cayman, KY
Very early Organic Modern coffee table by Mario Bellini for C&B Italia (before B&B Italia) dating to 1971-1973. Constructed of heavy rigid molded fiberglass, not plastic like modern ...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Organic Modern B&B Italia Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Fiberglass

Italian modern black coffee tables Gli Scacchi by Mario Bellini for B&B, 1971
By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern black coffee tables Gli Scacchi by Mario Bellini for B&B, 1971. Set of seven modular coffee tables, five pieces Scala model and two pieces Torre model. Produced by B&B...
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1970s Italian Modern Vintage B&B Italia Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Plastic

Afra and Tobia Scarpa for B&B Italia Rosewood Coffee Table
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, B&B Italia
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Mid-Century Modern rosewood coffee or cocktail table By Afra and Tobia Scarpa for B&B Italia Italy, Circa 1970s Measures: 49.5"W x 27.5"D x 17.75"H. Newly rela...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern B&B Italia Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Rosewood

'Diesis' Coffee Table by Antonio Citterio & Paolo Nava for B&B Italia - Italy
By Antonio Citterio, Paolo Nava, B&B Italia
Located in Pijnacker, Zuid-Holland
Timeless sophistication and sculptural precision. The Diesis Coffee Table is a celebrated design by Antonio Citterio and Paolo Nava, created in 1979 for...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage B&B Italia Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Aluminum

Alanda Coffee Table by Paolo Piva with Square Glass and Metal Structure
By B&B Italia, Paolo Piva
Located in Renens, CH
Alanda coffee table by Paolo Piva with square glass and metal structure This beautiful and minimalist coffee table is composed by a glass top with rounded edges sitting on an almo...
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1980s European Modern Vintage B&B Italia Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Metal

Italian Mid-Century Modern Scacchi Table by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia, 1970s
By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian Mid-Century Modern Scacchi table by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia, 1970s Modular coffee table with rectangular base in black duraplum. The structure of the table is in the for...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage B&B Italia Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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PVC

B&B Italia Maxalto Lithos Coffee Table
By B&B Italia
Located in Basildon, London
Introducing the B&B Italia Maxalto Lithos Coffee Table, a stunning piece that exudes elegance and sophistication. Crafted with the finest materials, this coffee table features a slee...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern B&B Italia Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Fabric

Italian postmodern round coffee table Lady-Fat by Patricia Urquiola for B&B 2002
By Patricia Urquiola, B&B Italia
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian postmodern round coffee table Lady-Fat by Patricia Urquiola for B&B 2002 Coffee table mod. Lady-Fat round in shape. The external ...
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Early 2000s Italian Post-Modern B&B Italia Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Metal

Italian Scala coffee tables, the Gli Scacchi, Mario Bellini for B&B Italia 1971
By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia, C&B Italia
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian Scala coffee tables, the Gli Scacchi, Mario Bellini for B&B Italia 1971. Scala five modular coffee tables with a rectangular base in black d...
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1970s Italian Modern Vintage B&B Italia Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Plastic

Italian modern Diesis coffee table Antonio Citterio Paolo Nava B&B Italia 1970s
By B&B Italia, Antonio Citterio, Paolo Nava
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern Diesis coffee table Antonio Citterio Paolo Nava B&B Italia 1970 Coffee table model Diesis with two tops, one in clear cut glass and the ot...
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1970s Italian Modern Vintage B&B Italia Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Metal

Large Alanda Coffee Table Paolo Piva for B&B 1980's
By B&B Italia, Paolo Piva
Located in Milano, MI
Alanda model coffee table designed by Paolo Piva in 1979 for B&B Italia and produced in the 1980s. The proposed version is uncommon as it is very large ( 120cm x 180cm) and has grea...
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern B&B Italia Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Iron

B&B Italia Michel Coffee Table by Antonio Citterio
By B&B Italia, Antonio Citterio
Located in Basildon, London
Introducing the Michel Coffee table by B&B Italia, a true classic of luxury furniture. Crafted with precision and attention to detail, this coffee table features a sleek and mode...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Minimalist B&B Italia Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Metal

4 Amanta coffee table by Mario Bellini
By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia
Located in Vlimmeren, BE
Set of 4 Amanta coffee tables designed by Mario Bellini and made by B&B Italia. Mario Bellini (1935) is an Italian designer and architect. 3 tables are the same size, 1 is larger. T...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage B&B Italia Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Fiberglass

Italian black plastic Gli Scacchi tables by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia 1971
By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian black plastic Gli Scacchi tables by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia 1971. Modular coffee table composed of two twin Gli Scacchi tower-shaped tab...
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1970s Italian Modern Vintage B&B Italia Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Plastic

2001 B&B Italia Diesis Coffee Table by Antonio Citterio & Paulo Nava
By Antonio Citterio, B&B Italia
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Diesis Coffee Table, initially designed by Paolo Nava and Antonio Citterio for B & B Italia in 1979. This example was produced in Italy in 2001...
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Early 2000s Italian Modern B&B Italia Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Aluminum

Italian Black plastic coffee tables 4 Gatti by Mario Bellini for B&B, 1970s
By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini
Located in MIlano, IT
Black plastic coffee tables 4 Gatti by Mario Bellini for B&B, 1970s Square 4 Gatti coffee tables in black plastic, stackable through holes on the perimeter of ...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage B&B Italia Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Plastic

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20th Century Italian Other B&B Italia Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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B&b Italia coffee and cocktail tables for sale on 1stDibs.

B&B Italia coffee and cocktail tables 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 coffee and cocktail tables, although gray editions of this piece are particularly popular. We have 34 vintage editions of these items in-stock, while there is 2 modern edition to choose from as well. Many of the original coffee and cocktail tables 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 coffee and cocktail tables by Romeo Rega, Mario Bellini, and Gianfranco Frattini. Prices for B&B Italia coffee and cocktail tables can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $845 and can go as high as $24,950, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $2,607.
Questions About B&B Italia Coffee and Cocktail Tables
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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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