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.
Mario Bellini "Gli Scacchi" Chess Side Tables 'for Cameleonda' for B&B Italia
By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia
Located in Grand Cayman, KY
Discover the timeless charm of the Mario Bellini-designed "Gli Scacchi" Side Tables/Stools, a perfect complement to the iconic Camaleonda sofa. Crafted in 1971 for B&B Italia, these ...
Plastic
Design Studio Kairos Modern Italian Coffee Table "Servese" for B&B Italia, 1980
By Studio Kairos, B&B Italia
Located in Puglia, Puglia
"Servese" model service table by Studio Kairos for B&B Italia. Top in black lacquered wood and round swivel drawer with two rigid polyurethane compartmen...
Metal
Mario Bellini "Cavallo" from "Gli Scacchi" Series for B&B Italy, 1971
By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Mario Bellini "Cavallo" modular element from "Gli Scacchi" series for B&B Italy, leather, Italy, 1971, set of one. Playful in character and identity like its name suggests, the “Sca...
Plastic
Antonio Citterio, side table mod. Baisity for B&B Italia, 1980
By Antonio Citterio, B&B Italia
Located in Saarbrücken, SL
Antonio Citterio designed a small side table on castors with a black oval plastic top. A handle and the two wheels allow the table to be moved flexibly.
Steel
Set of 4 B&B Italia Nesting/Stackable Tables, “Quattro Gatti", 1960s
By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini
Located in Wolfurt, AT
This set of four white plastic "Quattro Gatti" sofas was designed by Mario Bellini in the 1960s for B & B Italia/C & B Italia and manufactured in Italy. ...
Fiberglass
$2,628Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 26.19 in W 20.48 in D 16.93 in
Bevan Funnell Mahogany Side Tables Georgian Revival England, 1960s
By Bevan Funnell Ltd.
Located in Den Haag, NL
Good quality Bevan Funnell .Georgian revival side tables. Having pierced cross legs. Beautiful set with slightly raised edges. Beautiful handmade side tables. Very nice warm color. M...
Mahogany
$7,600
H 28.35 in W 48.04 in D 35.04 in
Mario Bellini “Le Bambole” Armchair for B&B Italia, Brown Suede, 1971
By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Mario Bellini “Le Bambole” armchair for B&B Italia, brown suede, Italy, 1971. The search for a new shape for upholstered furniture: ...
Foam
Pair of 2-Tier Entretoise Side Tables by Design Frères
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of 2-tier 'Entretoise' side tables by Design Frères. Wrought iron base with 2 thin travertine shelves. Also great as small nightstands. Shelves are removable for secure shipping...
Travertine, Wrought Iron
$2,270 / item
H 23.63 in W 25.6 in D 17.72 in
Modern Cube White, Black & Gold Side Coffee Table or Nightstand
By Renats Kotlevs
Located in Riga, LV
This modern bedside table diamond gently fits the bedroom atmosphere by contrasting white and brass. The handcrafted construction has a high gloss white ...
Wood
Modern Danish Table in Palisander, 1960s
Located in Aalsgaarde, DK
Modern Danish table in Palisander, 1960s. Very decorative and fine! Measures: H. 50 W. 70 D. 42 cm. H. 19.6 W. 27.5 D. 16.5 in.
Palisander
$1,672 / set
H 18.12 in W 20.87 in D 13 in
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Italian Rustic Bobbin Turned Legs Side Tables
Located in Carimate, Como
Very elegant and refined Italian 1950s Mid-Century Modern pair of side tables with bobbin turned legs and central stretcher. Great attention to detail in the beveled surfaces and fro...
Wood
$591
H 19.69 in W 23.63 in D 23.63 in
Side Table Made In Teak By Severin Hansen For Haslev Furniture From 1960s
By Haslev Mobelsnedkeri, Severin Hansen
Located in Lejre, DK
Side table in teak of Danish design designed by Severin Hansen manufactured by Haslev Furniture in the 1960s. The table is in great vintage condition.
Teak
$2,090 / set
H 24.81 in W 22.84 in D 14.97 in
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Italian Rustic Wood Side tables or Night Stands
Located in Carimate, Como
Very elegant and refined Italian 1950s Mid-Century Modern pair of side tables as well as bedside tables with double drawer and brass handles. Great attention to detail in the framed ...
Brass
$19,500 / set
H 23.63 in W 35.44 in D 35.44 in
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...
Velvet, Plastic
$1,075
H 14.18 in W 33.08 in D 33.08 in
Coffee Table "Amanta" Fiberglass Black by Mario Bellini for C&B, Italy, 1960
By C&B Italia, Mario Bellini
Located in Roma, IT
This side table or coffee table is made of fiberglass (Fiberlite) in Black. It is square with an indented tabletop. It was designed by Mario Bellini for C&B Italia in the 1960s. Thi...
Fiberglass
Bambole bed by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia, 1970
By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini
Located in bruxelles, BE
Bed in creamy white fabric. Model: Bambole by Mario Bellini. Stamp under the bed. No tears. Seat height: 36.5cm. Depth when closed: 127cm. Wear due to time and age of the bed. FOR SH...
Fabric
$6,500
H 23.63 in W 35.44 in D 35.44 in
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...
Velvet, Plastic
Mario Bellini for B&B Italia Side Table Element 'Gli Scacchi'
By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Mario Bellini for B&B Italia, side table element 'Gli Scacchi', black polyurethane, Italy, 1971 Mario Bellini desiged the 'gli scacchi' meaning 'the chess' in 1971. Self-skinning ...
Plastic
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H 10.24 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in
Mario Bellini 4 Gatti Brown Stacking Coffee or Side Tables for B&B, Italy 1970s
By C&B Italia, Mario Bellini, B&B Italia
Located in Roma, IT
Wonderful complete set of four interlocking tables "Quattro Gatti" model in a charming brown fiberlite. These stylish tables were designed by Mario Bellini and produced by C&B Italia...
Plastic, Fiberglass
'Gli Scacchi' Modular Side Tables
By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini
Located in Toronto, CA
Why shouldn’t arranging furniture be like playing with blocks? This set of modular tables by renowned Italian designer Mario Bellini (b.1935) proves that fluidity is fun. Part of his...
Plastic
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H 13.78 in W 33.08 in D 33.08 in
Amanta Table Mario Bellini for B&B Italia - Iconic 60s Design - Red Fiberglass
By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia
Located in San Benedetto Del Tronto, IT
Discover the timeless elegance of the Amanta table, a striking piece of 1960s design by the renowned Mario Bellini for C&B / B&B Italia. This iconic coffee table is crafted from dura...
Fiberglass
B&B Italia Mera Black Marble and Chromed Steel Small Side Table
By Antonio Citterio, B&B Italia
Located in Chicago, IL
B&B Italia Mera small side table, 2012. Top is glossy Sahara noir marble, with a base of chromed steel. The Mera series was designed with a transversal character that allows you to easily combine them with both the most traditional sofas...
Marble, Steel
Button Table by B&B Italia - Oval
By Edward Barber and Jay Osgerby, B&B Italia
Located in Tulsa, OK
The Button Tables by B&B Italia are multipurpose tables with lacquered cylindrical bases that taper in slightly at the bottom smoothing out their geometry...
Marble, Steel
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H 9.85 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in
Quattro Gatti Fiberglass Table Set by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia, 1967
By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini
Located in Hilversum, NL
Four nesting tables of Quattro Gatti in white Fiber, designed by Mario Bellini 1967 for B&B Italia. Each table is numbered and stamped underneth the tabl...
Fiberglass
B&B Italia Mera Black Marble and Chromed Steel Small Side Table
By Antonio Citterio, B&B Italia
Located in Chicago, IL
B&B Italia Mera small side table, 2012. Top is glossy Sahara noir marble, with a base of chromed steel. The Mera series was designed with a transversal character that allows you to easily combine them with both the most traditional sofas...
Marble
Antonio Citterio, Side Table Mod. Baisity for B&B Italia
By Antonio Citterio, B&B Italia
Located in Saarbrücken, SL
Antonio Citterio designed a small side table on castors with a Bordeaux red lacquered oval top. The table can be moved by means of a handle.
Metal
B&B Italia Chrome Wire and Smoked Glass Side Table, 1980s
By B&B Italia
Located in Miami, FL
Smoked glass top on chrome plated wire frame side table by B&B Italia, 1980s.
Chrome
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H 14.18 in W 35.04 in D 11.82 in
Gli Scacchi Modular Tables by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia, 1968
By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini, C&B Italia
Located in Naples, IT
Gli Scacchi modular tables by Mario Bellini for C&B Italia, 1968 Amazing modular tables by Mario Bellini called Gli Scacchi, designed for C&B Italia in 1968, each with its particular...
Plastic
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H 11.82 in W 47.25 in D 23.63 in
Minimalist Alanda Coffee Table by Paolo Piva for B & B Italia, Italy, 1980
By B&B Italia, Paolo Piva
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Made in Italy, 1980s. This coffee table is designed by Paolo Piva for B&B and features a glass top and a curved varnished metal frame. It is a vintage piece, therefore it might sh...
Metal