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Mario Bellini Furniture

Italian, b. 1935

Milan-born architect and designer Mario Bellini just may be the closest thing to a modern-day Renaissance man: His creative output spans genres, from electronics to furniture to architecture to cars, comprising iconic designs in each. Vintage Mario Bellini sofas, dining chairs and other seating pieces are widely coveted, and the designer has been the recipient of multiple prestigious Compasso d’Oro awards. More than 20 of his works are in the permanent collection of the Museum of Modern Art.

Born in 1935, Bellini studied architecture at the Polytechnic University of Milan before founding his own firm in his native city in the early 1960s. He soon branched out beyond architecture, however, first for the tech manufacturer Olivetti, where he served as chief industrial design consultant from 1963 to 1991. During that time, Bellini oversaw the design of some of Olivetti’s most popular typewriters.

His penchant for electronic design didn’t stop there: Bellini also designed cameras for Fuji, televisions for Brionvega and a slew of audio devices for Yamaha, then served as design consultant for Renault and devised the interior of the 1980 Lancia Trevi for Fiat. Meanwhile, his architecture work spans continents, including such modern gems as the Museum of Islamic Arts at the Louvre, the National Gallery of Victoria extension in Melbourne, the Dubai Creek Complex and the Milan Convention Centre in his hometown.

And then there’s the furniture: Over the last 70 years, Bellini has designed office furniture for Vitra; lamps for Artemide, Erco and FLOS; porcelain for Rosenthal and long-admired sofas and other seating for Kartell, Natuzzi, B&B Italia, Cassina and more.

His oft-imitated 1977 Cab chair for Cassina, comprising 16 individual pieces of saddle leather that create a “skin” over a minimal metal frame, remains one of the manufacturer’s best sellers today. His pudgy-legged, round tables for Cassina foreshadow Faye Toogood’s widely loved Roly Poly line. His postmodern Summa armchairs for Kartell, as well as his elegant Chiara floor lamp, still lure collectors on vintage furniture websites.

Bellini’s most famous contribution to furniture design, though, may be his 1970 Camaleonda sofa for B&B Italia (then C&B Italia). An entrant to the 1972 MoMA show “Italy: The New Domestic Landscape,” the seat takes its name from the Italian words for chameleon and wave. Its bulbous, modular form makes it infinitely flexible. The sofa was a runaway hit at the show and, once discontinued, remained so popular among vintage dealers that B&B Italia reissued it in 2020 with all recycled materials and interchangeable seat covers. “Of all the objects I have designed, Camaleonda is perhaps the best in terms of its sense of freedom,” Bellini said.

Browse an expansive collection of vintage Mario Bellini furniture — including dining tables, armchairs, mid-century sofas and more — today on 1stDibs.

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Period: 1970s
Creator: Mario Bellini
Cassina Model Tentazione Mario Bellini Small Armchair Chair Oxred Leather
By Cassina, Mario Bellini
Located in Munich, Bavaria
These 2 chairs are designed by Mario Bellini for Cassina in 1973. The Model Tentazione is the small version of the armchair. It can be used in the Living room and also as a dining ch...
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1970s Italian Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Furniture

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Steel

Mario Bellini "CAB 413" Dining Chairs for Cassina, 1977, Set of 8
By Mario Bellini, Cassina
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Mario Bellini "CAB 413" dining chairs for Cassina, black leather, Italy, 1977, set of eight. The "CAB" is the world's first free-standing cowhide design chair, informed by the relat...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Furniture

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Steel

Cassina Cab 415 Neck Saddle Leather Sofa China Red / Ox Red
By Cassina, Mario Bellini
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This Cab 415 sofa was designed by Mario Bellini for Italian manufacturer Cassina. It´s the thick padding cushions with comfortable seat. Neckleather was used...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Furniture

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Steel

Cassina Cab 414 Leather Lounge Chair Armchair China Red / Ox Red Set of 4
By Cassina, Mario Bellini
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This cab 414 armchair was designed by Mario Bellini for Italian manufacturer Cassina. It´s the armchair version with comfortable seat padding. It is upholstered in thick aniline sa...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Furniture

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Steel

Le Bambole Sofa by Mario Bellini
By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia
Located in Lejre, DK
Great looking sofa in black leather. Designed Mario Bellini and made by B&B Italia. The sofa been cleaned, waxed and is from a non-smoker home. Great original condition.
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Furniture

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Leather

Armchair in Patinated Leather by Mario Bellini, 1970s
By Cassina, Mario Bellini
Located in Lejre, DK
Great looking armchair in leather. Designed Mario Bellini and made by Cassina. Great original condition.
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Furniture

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Leather

Mario Bellini "Tentazione" Crème Leather Living Room Set for Cassina, 1970s
By Mario Bellini, Cassina
Located in The Hague, NL
Stunning Italian design living room set (two-seat sofa/ loveseat and 2 lounge chairs) designed by Mario Bellini for Cassina manufacture in 1970s period, Italy. Sofa- Model No: 685. ...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Furniture

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Steel

Dining Table in Red Travertine 'Il Collonato' by Mario Bellini, Italy, 1970s
By Mario Bellini
Located in Brussels, BE
Dining table in red travertine 'Il collonato' by Mario Bellini, Italy, 1970s.
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1970s Italian Vintage Mario Bellini Furniture

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Travertine

1970s Italian Cab Settee by Mario Bellini for Cassina
By Mario Bellini, Cassina
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A black leather "Cab" settee, in the original leather.
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1970s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Furniture

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Leather

1970s Italian Cab Armchair by Mario Bellini for Cassina in Black Leather
By Cassina, Mario Bellini
Located in Sagaponack, NY
An Italian Mid-Century Modern armchair designed by Mario Bellini featuring handstitched black leather upholstery wrapped over internal steel frame. Manufactured by Cassina in Italy, ...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Furniture

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Leather

Armchair by Mario Bellini
By Cassina, Mario Bellini
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A sublimely spare and masterfully constructed arm or dining chair having a lean rectilinear form wrapped in supple oiled leather with piping, zippered side panels and a down-filled ...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Furniture

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Leather

Applique Area disegnata da M. Bellini per Artemide anni 70
By Mario Bellini, Artemide
Located in Milano, IT
Applique "Area" disegnata da Mario Bellini per Artemide anni 70 Foglio del paralume in pergamena Ottime condizioni, corona portalampada con piccoli segni di bruciatura poco visibili.
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Furniture

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Ceramic, Parchment Paper

Mario Bellini Counterweight Pendant Lamp Area 50 by Artemide, Italy, 1976
By Mario Bellini, Artemide
Located in Vienna, AT
Counterweight lamp Area 50 by Marco Bellini for Artemide, Italy, 1976 Rare Mario Bellini area counterweight pendant lamp. Very intelligently designed counterbalance lamp in good vin...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Furniture

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Plastic, Parchment Paper

Mario Bellini "CAB 413” Dining Chairs for Cassina, 1977, Set of 10
By Mario Bellini, Cassina
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Mario Bellini "CAB 413" dining chairs for Cassina, Mustard yellow leather, Italy, 1977, set of ten. The "CAB" is the world's first free-standing cowhide design chair, informed by th...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Furniture

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Steel

Mario Bellini "CAB 413" Chairs for Cassina in Dark Brown, 1977
By Cassina, Mario Bellini
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Mario Bellini "CAB" 413 dining chairs for Cassina in dark brown Tobacco leather, Italy, 1977. The "CAB" is the world's first free-standing cowhide design chair, informed by the rela...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Furniture

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Steel

Set of six Mario Bellini CAB 412 chairs by Cassina in tan leather- Italy, 1977
By Cassina, Mario Bellini
Located in Pijnacker, Zuid-Holland
Introducing the Mario Bellini for Cassina CAB 412 Chairs in Luxurious Leather: Elevate your living space with the epitome of Italian design and craftsmanship - the Mario Bellini Cassina CAB 412 chairs in sumptuous leather. These chairs are not just furniture; they are exquisite pieces of art that seamlessly blend form and function to create an unparalleled seating experience. Designer: Mario Bellini Manufacturer: Cassina Model: Cab 412 Design period: 1977 Date of manufacturing: circa 1970-80 Size WDH in cm: 47x44x81 seat height 44,5 cm. Material: Leather Condition: Good / Signs of age and use / Wear along the edges Price: On request The Cassina 412...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Furniture

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Leather

Mario Bellini Pair Leather Cab Lounge Chairs, Model 415, Italy 1970
By Cassina, Mario Bellini
Located in Chicago, IL
Mario Bellini Pair Leather Cab Lounge Chairs, Model 415, Italy 1970's. Excellent original condition. Constructed of welded steel frames. Chairs are ...
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1970s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Furniture

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Steel

Le Bambole Bed In Buffalo Leather By Mario Bellini For B&B Italia, 1970s
By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini
Located in ABCOUDE, UT
The Iconic “Le Bambole” collection by Mario Bellini also features this amazing kingsize foldable bed: “The Bambolettone”. The bed can be used as a daybed, lounge sofa, dormeuse, and ...
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1970s Vintage Mario Bellini Furniture

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Leather

Le Bambole Sofa In Coral Velvet By Mario Bellini For B&B Italia, 1970s
By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini
Located in ABCOUDE, UT
Stunning “Le Bambole” two seater sofa designed by Mario Bellini for B & B Italia in the 1970s. A beautiful edition in high quality coral velvet with a nice soft touch adding to this ...
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1970s Vintage Mario Bellini Furniture

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Velvet

‘Duc 405’ Sofa Designed By Mario Bellini For Cassina.
By Mario Bellini
Located in London, England
Original ‘Duc 405’ sofa designed by Mario Bellini for Cassina. First issued in the mid-1970s, this sofa dates from the mid-1990s. Super quality Italian leather two-seater. With so...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mario Bellini Furniture

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Leather

Le Bambole Chaise Lounge in Butterscotch Suede by Mario Bellini for C&B Italia
By Mario Bellini, C&B Italia
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Le Bambole chaise lounge in butterscotch suede by Mario Bellini for C&B Italia, 1972. The Bambole series has become an iconic symbol of Italian d...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Furniture

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Suede

Chaise longue Le Bambole, Mario Bellini, anni '70
By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia
Located in Rivoli, IT
Chaise longue anni '70 della serie 'Le Bambole' disegnato da Mario Bellini e prodotto da B&B. Tessuto originale nei toni del marrone, riporta l'etichetta della manifattura sotto la s...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mario Bellini Furniture

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Velvet

Mario Bellini 412 "CAB" Dining Chairs for Cassina, 1978, Set of 6
By Cassina, Mario Bellini
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Mario Bellini 412 "CAB" dining chairs for Cassina, vintage edition in China red leather, Italy, 1978, set of six. The "CAB" is the world's first free-stan...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Furniture

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Metal

Area 50 Hanging Lamp by Mario Bellini for Artemide, 1960s
By Mario Bellini, Artemide
Located in Lasne, BE
Paper and plastic hanging lamp by Mario Bellini, model: Area 50. Maximum height with cable: 124 cm. Wear due to time and age
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Furniture

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Plastic, Paper

Model 685 'Tentazione' Armchair by Mario Bellini for Cassina
By Mario Bellini, Cassina
Located in Toronto, CA
‘Tentazione’ lounge chair model 685 designed by Mario Bellini and manufactured by Cassina, Italy 1973. Similar to Bellini’s earlier designed ‘Bambole’ sofa for B&B Italia, this armch...
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1970s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Furniture

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Leather

Tavolo mod. La Basilica, Mario Bellini, Cassina, 1976
By Mario Bellini, Cassina
Located in Rivoli, IT
Come altre opere firmate da Mario Bellini negli stessi anni, La Basilica è un omaggio alle strutture primarie della storia dell’architettura, frutto di un approccio che dà vita a un ...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mario Bellini Furniture

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Beech

Area 50 HangingLamp by Mario Bellini for Artemide, 1960s
By Artemide, Mario Bellini
Located in Lasne, BE
Paper and plastic hanging lamp by Mario Bellini, model: Area 50. Maximum height with cable: 225 cm. Wear due to time and age
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Furniture

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Paper, Plastic

Camaleonda modular sofa by Mario Bellini, B&B Italy, 1970
By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini
Located in Milano, Lombardia
The Camaleonda modular sofa, designed by Mario Bellini for B&B Italy in 1970, stands as a hallmark of iconic furniture design. Its distinctive features include...
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1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Furniture

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Velvet

Gli Scacchi Modular Elements by Mario Bellini, B&B Italia, Italy, 1970s
By Mario Bellini
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Gli Scacchi Modular Elements by Mario Bellini, B&B Italia, Italy, 1970s. Mario Bellini's Gli Scacchi Modular Elements, a masterpiece created for B&B Italia in the 1970s, redefine mod...
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1970s Post-Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Furniture

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Leather

Camaleonda Sofa by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia, Italy, 1970s
By Mario Bellini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Camaleonda Sofa was designed by Mario Bellini in 1970 and produced by B&B Italia until 1979. After being featured in the Museum of Modern Art’s 1972 exhibition “Italy and The New...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Furniture

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Upholstery, Velvet

CAB 413 cognac leather armchair by Mario Bellini for Cassina, Italy 1970s
By Cassina, Mario Bellini
Located in Milano, IT
CAB 413 cognac leather armchair by Mario Bellini for Cassina, Italy 1970s The Cab 413 chair represents the pioneering realization of the world's first chair with a self-supporting l...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Furniture

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Leather

Italian modern Black leather modular sofa Camaleonda by Bellini for B&B, 1970s
By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern Black leather modular sofa Camaleonda by Mario Bellini for B&B, 1970s Modular sofa mod. Camaleonda entirely padded and covered in ...
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1970s Italian Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Furniture

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Metal

Set of 4 Original 1970s Cab 414 Armchairs by Mario Bellini for Cassina in RARE D
By Mario Bellini, Cassina
Located in Basel, BS
Fabulous, RARE original Mario Bellini for Cassina 414 Cab Armchairs in gorgeous dark Grey / Black, SET of 4 chairs! All are in beautiful leather, with gorgeous patina. Worldwide cus...
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1970s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Furniture

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Metal

Bamboletto Bed, Mario Bellini, b&b
By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini
Located in Milano, Lombardia
The Bamboletto bed is part of the Le Bambole collection, a 1972 design by Mario Bellini that celebrates 50 years of success with B&B Italia by introducing this exclusive model to the...
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1970s Italian Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Furniture

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Velvet

Le Bambole Sectional Sofa by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia, 1970s
By Mario Bellini
Located in Brussels, BE
Le Bambole Sectional Sofa by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia, 1970s
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1970s Vintage Mario Bellini Furniture

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Leather

Bambole Modular Sofa by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia, 1970s
By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia
Located in Rotterdam, NL
‘Le Bambole’ modular sofa by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia, Italy 1972. Early edition, which varies from the newer production; the original shape is mor...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Furniture

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Leather

Amanta Coffee Table by Mario Bellini for C&B Italia, 1970s
By Mario Bellini, C&B Italia
Located in Brescia , Brescia
The Amanta coffee table, designed by Mario Bellini for C&B Italia, combines sleek style with durable functionality. Crafted from fiberlite in a ric...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Furniture

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Fiberglass

Italian Modern Cocoon Table Lamp Area Curva by Mario Bellini for Artemide, 1970s
By Mario Bellini, Artemide
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern cocoon table lamp area curva by Mario Bellini for Artemide, 1970s. Table lamp mod. Area curva with lampshade with an irregular square shape curved in cocoon. The lamp...
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1970s Italian Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Furniture

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Metal

Mario Bellini, Le Bambole Lounge Chair, 1973 for B&B Italia in Neck Leather
By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini
Located in Munster, NRW
Le Bambole Lounge Chair, Mario Bellini for B&B Italia, 1973 (see stamp signature underneath) Original good condition with patina - very thick and soft buffalo leather! The thick ...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Furniture

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Leather

Mario Bellini 412 "CAB" Dining Chairs for Cassina, 1978, Set of 8
By Mario Bellini, Cassina
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Mario Bellini 412 "CAB" dining chairs for Cassina, Red Bulgaro leather, Italy, 1978, set of eight. The "CAB" is the world's first free-standing cowhide design chair, informed by the relationship between the skeleton and the skin; an authentic example of production excellence that requires multiple stages of artisan craftsmanship to create a trendy tailored-to-fit object. The "CAB" are high-quality chairs with hand-stitched natural leather upholstery wrapped over an internal steel frame. The only additional reinforcement is provided by a rubber membrane plate that supports the seat. Bellini's innovation lay in using zips to fasten the leather cover to its frame; a zip runs up the inside of each leg, sealing the cover. We can do custom restoration and special reupholstering. Our atelier guarantees the excellence of Italy through the traditional art of craftsmanship. We do offer a dedicated customization service thanks to our team of expert craftsmen and artisans. Contact Modernab Gallery...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Furniture

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Metal

Set of Six Cab 414 Armchairs by Mario Bellini for Cassina in Oxblood Red Leather
By Cassina, Mario Bellini
Located in Basel, BS
Fabulous, RARE set of 6 original Mario Bellini for Cassina 414 Cab Armchairs! Complete set, in beautiful leather. Worldwide custom shipping available--We will custom package and ...
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1970s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Furniture

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Metal

Mario Bellini 412 "CAB" Dining Chairs for Cassina, 1978, Set of 8
By Cassina, Mario Bellini
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Mario Bellini 412 "CAB" dining chairs for Cassina, vintage edition in China red leather, Italy, 1978, set of eight. One of the most iconic Bellini's...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Furniture

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Mario Bellini Il Collonato Marble Table
By Cassina, Mario Bellini
Located in London, GB
Large round Il Colonnato table, designed by Milanese architect Mario Bellini. The table is a sought after piece, perhaps due to the monumental presence...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Furniture

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Travertine

Cassina Cab 414 Leather Lounge Chair Armchair White
By Cassina, Mario Bellini
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This cab 414 armchair was designed by Mario Bellini for Italian manufacturer Cassina. It's the armchair version with comfortable seat padding. It is upholste...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Furniture

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Steel

Cassina Cab 414 Leather 4x Lounge Chair Armchair White Set of 4
By Mario Bellini, Cassina
Located in Munich, Bavaria
The Model Cab 414 armchair was designed by Mario Bellini for Italian manufacturer Cassina. It's the armchair version with comfortable seat padding. It is upholstered in thick saddl...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Furniture

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Steel

Black Leather Camaleonda by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia
By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia
Located in New York, NY
Mario Bellini for B&B Italia black leather Camaleonda sectional modular sofa system. Iconic design piece featured in MoMA exhibition in 1972. 5 piece unit with four 3 x 3 sea...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Furniture

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Metal

Cassina Model Landeau Leather Sofa Black Design Mario Bellini
By Mario Bellini, Cassina
Located in Munich, Bavaria
Model Landeau sofa designed by Mario Bellini and produced by Cassina in 1976. It features a steel frame with black leather upholstery and a zip design.
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1970s Italian Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Furniture

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Steel

Area Italian Floor Lamp by Bellini & Origlia for Artemide
By Mario Bellini
Located in New York, NY
"Area" floor lamp designed by Mario Bellini and Giorgio Origlia for Artemide. Italy, 1974. Tubular white enameled steel stem on square undulated gray cast iron base supporting a wh...
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1970s Italian Minimalist Vintage Mario Bellini Furniture

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Metal

Mario Bellini furniture for sale on 1stDibs.

Mario Bellini furniture are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of animal skin and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Mario Bellini furniture, although black editions of this piece are particularly popular. We have 508 vintage editions of these items in-stock, while there is 47 modern edition to choose from as well. Many of the original furniture by Mario Bellini 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 furniture by Afra & Tobia Scarpa, B&B Italia, and Vico Magistretti. Prices for Mario Bellini furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $217 and can go as high as $58,161, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $8,447.
Questions About Mario Bellini Furniture
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    Whether or not a Mario Bellini sofa is comfortable is largely a matter of personal opinion. However, many people find that the designer's sofas provide plush support due to their thick backrests and seat cushions. With its sumptuous tufted cushions, seductive low profile and endless rearrangement possibilities, the Bellini–designed Camaleonda sofa, for example, is infinitely flexible and can double as sculpture in any interior. Shop a selection of Mario Bellini furniture on 1stDibs.

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