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Mario Bellini Seating

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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Creator: Mario Bellini
Mario Bellini B&B 'Camaleonda' Lounge Sofa in cognac leather
Mario Bellini B&B 'Camaleonda' Lounge Sofa in cognac leather

Mario Bellini B&B 'Camaleonda' Lounge Sofa in cognac leather

By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia

Located in Argelato, BO

Mario Bellini B&B Italia 'Camaleonda' Lounge sofa in original cognac leather, 1973 The Camaleonda sofa, designed by renowned Italian architect and designer Mario Bellini in 1970...

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1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Seating

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Metal

Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" Sofa for B&B Italia, Green Velvet, 1970, Set of 4
Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" Sofa for B&B Italia, Green Velvet, 1970, Set of 4

Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" Sofa for B&B Italia, Green Velvet, 1970, Set of 4

By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia

Located in Lonigo, Veneto

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

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Seating

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Velvet, Plastic

Mario Bellini, Le Bambole, Sofa, B&B Italia, 1970s brown leather
Mario Bellini, Le Bambole, Sofa, B&B Italia, 1970s brown leather

Mario Bellini, Le Bambole, Sofa, B&B Italia, 1970s brown leather

By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini

Located in Milano, Lombardia

With its sleek lines and contemporary aesthetic, this sofa embodies modern elegance and timeless sophistication. Crafted with utmost precision and attention to detail, the Le Bambole...

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1970s Italian Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Seating

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Bouclé

Mario Bellini Cab Side Chair for Cassina, Dark Grey Leather, 1980
Mario Bellini Cab Side Chair for Cassina, Dark Grey Leather, 1980

Mario Bellini Cab Side Chair for Cassina, Dark Grey Leather, 1980

By Mario Bellini, Cassina

Located in Dronten, NL

Exceptional vintage Cab side chair, designed by Mario Bellini for Cassina and dating to 1980. This wonderful early example is upholstered in elephant hide grey leather, now beautiful...

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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Mario Bellini Seating

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Steel

Mario Bellini Vintage Four Cream Dining Chair Armchair Tentazione Cassina 1970s
Mario Bellini Vintage Four Cream Dining Chair Armchair Tentazione Cassina 1970s

Mario Bellini Vintage Four Cream Dining Chair Armchair Tentazione Cassina 1970s

By Mario Bellini, Cassina

Located in Vienna, AT

Modern vintage four ( 4 ) dining room chairs or armchairs by Mario Bellini for Cassina 1970s Italy. An amazing set of four dining room chairs or armchairs model Tentazione designed by Mario Bellini for Cassina 1970s. These very comfortable and lush upholstered armchairs or dining chairs show original cover in cream textile fabric, which is detachable. One chair shows the paper label with company´s name Cassina. Good stable and sturdy condition with signs of age and use. The original light cream textile covers show fading and some stains. approx. measures: Width 73 cm Depth 65 cm Height 86 cm Seat height 53 cm lowest armrest height 70 cm Mario Bellini ( 1935 ) Italian architect and designer He was chief designer by Olivetti, since 1973 he opened his own design office. 1986 - 1991 chief editor by the magazine Domus and professor at the Domus Academy in Milano. Mario Bellini creates so many beautiful and iconic furniture and industrial design as the famed designs Camaleonda sofa, Tentazione chairs...

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Late 20th Century Italian Modern Mario Bellini Seating

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Canvas, Upholstery

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

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

By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia

Located in Lonigo, Veneto

Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" easy chair for B&B Italia, green velvet, Italy, 1970. "Camaleonda" is an icon, rediscovered. Our atelier carefully restored this vintage edition using...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Seating

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Velvet, Plastic

Camaleonda Sofa 8 modules + Ottoman by M. Bellini for C&B Italia, Italy 1970s
Camaleonda Sofa 8 modules + Ottoman by M. Bellini for C&B Italia, Italy 1970s

Camaleonda Sofa 8 modules + Ottoman by M. Bellini for C&B Italia, Italy 1970s

By Mario Bellini, C&B Italia

Located in Roma, IT

Mario Bellini, Camaleonda Sofa Set 8 modules+ottoman, realized for C&B, first series 1970 ca. Original C&B Label. Wood, Metal and Leather Height: 65cm Width: 95cm Depth: 95 cm ...

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1970s Italian Vintage Mario Bellini Seating

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Leather

'Camaleonda' in Original Leather by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia, 1976, Signed
'Camaleonda' in Original Leather by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia, 1976, Signed

'Camaleonda' in Original Leather by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia, 1976, Signed

By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini

Located in Los Angeles, CA

If you are someone who seeks the absolute best of the best - this is for you. This is an all original modular Camaleonda sectional by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia made within the...

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1970s Italian Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Seating

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Leather

Mario Bellini Post-Modern Executive Desk Chair for Vitra, Signed and Dated 1992
Mario Bellini Post-Modern Executive Desk Chair for Vitra, Signed and Dated 1992

Mario Bellini Post-Modern Executive Desk Chair for Vitra, Signed and Dated 1992

By Mario Bellini, Vitra

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A spectacular set of Mario Bellini signed desk chairs for the Vitra, dated 1992 production. This Post Modern set of task chairs feature soft and supple black leather in excellent condition, five star height adjustable bases on casters, and are extremely comfortable. *Note, 6 are available at the time of this listing, priced individually. We also have a 7th highback chair available as well in another listing. The black on black color combination of this set makes it perfect for Post-Modern interiors which are on-trend with upcoming design projects led by many of the worlds top interior designers. These design masterpieces are rare and hard to find, especially here in the United States, so interior designers: get this before your competition does! These Mario Bellini for Vitra leather...

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1990s Swiss Modern Mario Bellini Seating

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Leather, Plastic

Set of 8 Mario Bellini for Cassina Cab chairs, dark brown saddle leather
Set of 8 Mario Bellini for Cassina Cab chairs, dark brown saddle leather

Set of 8 Mario Bellini for Cassina Cab chairs, dark brown saddle leather

By Mario Bellini, Cassina

Located in Seattle, WA

A set of 8 Cab Chairs, including six side chairs model 412 and two armchairs model 413, in dark brown saddle leather, designed by Mario Bellini, manufactured by Cassina. The set is ...

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1980s Italian Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Seating

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Leather

Mario Bellini Vintage "Camaleonda" Sofa, Lambskin Black Leather, 1970 B&B Italia
Mario Bellini Vintage "Camaleonda" Sofa, Lambskin Black Leather, 1970 B&B Italia

Mario Bellini Vintage "Camaleonda" Sofa, Lambskin Black Leather, 1970 B&B Italia

By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia

Located in Palm Springs, CA

Mario Bellini Camaleonda Sofa in Custom Black Lambskin Leather, Italy, 1970s An iconic example of Italian design, this vintage Camaleonda sofa by Mario Bellini embodies the sculptur...

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1970s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Seating

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Chrome

Mario Bellini Set Of Two Cab Stool 410 For Cassina
Mario Bellini Set Of Two Cab Stool 410 For Cassina

Mario Bellini Set Of Two Cab Stool 410 For Cassina

By Mario Bellini

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

Mario Bellini Cab Stool 410 For Cassina Designed by Mario Bellini, Cab Stool is the world’s first example of a free-standing cowhide design st...

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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Mario Bellini Seating

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Leather

Mario Bellini Modular Sofa by C&B 1970
Mario Bellini Modular Sofa by C&B 1970

Mario Bellini Modular Sofa by C&B 1970

By Mario Bellini

Located in Cascina, Pisa

The Camaleonda sofa is one of the most iconic creations by Mario Bellini, designed in 1970 for the company B&B Italia. This sofa exemplifies how design can be functional, modular, an...

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1970s Italian Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Seating

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Fabric, Wood

Le Bambole Mario Bellini armchair for B&B, 1970, light brown leather
Le Bambole Mario Bellini armchair for B&B, 1970, light brown leather

Le Bambole Mario Bellini armchair for B&B, 1970, light brown leather

By Mario Bellini

Located in Milano, Lombardia

Le Bambole Mario Bellini armchair for B&B Italia in 1970. The project represents one of the icons of Italian design of the second half of the twentieth century, awarded for its typol...

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1970s Italian Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Seating

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Leather

1970s Mario Bellini Le Bambole Two-Seat Sofa, B&B Italia
1970s Mario Bellini Le Bambole Two-Seat Sofa, B&B Italia

1970s Mario Bellini Le Bambole Two-Seat Sofa, B&B Italia

By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia

Located in Raleigh, NC

1970s Mario Bellini Le Bambole Sofa, B&B Italia An icon newly restored. Features Pollack Textiles "Modern Dance" Upholstery(black on light khaki). 66" long, 36" deep, 29" high, 1...

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1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Seating

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Upholstery

Mario Bellini “Lira & Liuto” Chair for Cassina, Bordeaux Leather, 1989, Set of 6
Mario Bellini “Lira & Liuto” Chair for Cassina, Bordeaux Leather, 1989, Set of 6

Mario Bellini “Lira & Liuto” Chair for Cassina, Bordeaux Leather, 1989, Set of 6

By Mario Bellini, Cassina

Located in Lonigo, Veneto

Mario Bellini “Lira & Liuto” chairs for Cassina, bordeaux leather, Italy, 1989, set of 6 The "Lira e Liuto" was designed by Mario Bellini for Cassina in 1989, extending the formal l...

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1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Seating

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Leather

Mario Bellini for Cassina 'Pianura' Lounge Chair in Walnut
Mario Bellini for Cassina 'Pianura' Lounge Chair in Walnut

Mario Bellini for Cassina 'Pianura' Lounge Chair in Walnut

By Cassina, Mario Bellini

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Mario Bellini for Cassina, 'Pianura' lounge chair, walnut, fabric, Italy, 1971 The ‘Pianura’ lounge chair by Mario Bellini for Cassina, designed in 1971, presents a compact yet scul...

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1970s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Seating

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Fabric, Walnut

Landeau Sofa by Mario Bellini for Cassina
Landeau Sofa by Mario Bellini for Cassina

Landeau Sofa by Mario Bellini for Cassina

By Mario Bellini, Cassina

Located in Chicago, IL

c. 1970s. Italy. Reupholstered in plaid fabric with leather trim.

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Seating

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Leather, Fabric

Customizable Tacchini Le Mura XL Modular Sofa by Mario Bellini
Customizable Tacchini Le Mura XL Modular Sofa by Mario Bellini

Customizable Tacchini Le Mura XL Modular Sofa by Mario Bellini

By Mario Bellini, Tacchini

Located in New York, NY

LM4 - composition L 360 P 285 cm W 141,73” D 112,20” +6 pillows Three years after the reissue of Mario Bellini’s original project, Tacchini enhances the natural comfort of the Le Mu...

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2010s Italian Mario Bellini Seating

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Textile

Mario Bellini "Le Bambole" Sofa for B&B Italia, Olive Green Velvet, 1971
Mario Bellini "Le Bambole" Sofa for B&B Italia, Olive Green Velvet, 1971

Mario Bellini "Le Bambole" Sofa for B&B Italia, Olive Green Velvet, 1971

By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia

Located in Lonigo, Veneto

Mario Bellini “Le Bambole” two-seater sofa for B&B Italia, olive green velvet, Italy, 1971. This is a timeless Postmodern design icon. The starting point was a shopping bag cont...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Seating

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Velvet, Foam

Mario Bellini C&B 'Camaleonda' Lounge Chair in original velvet (First Edition)
Mario Bellini C&B 'Camaleonda' Lounge Chair in original velvet (First Edition)

Mario Bellini C&B 'Camaleonda' Lounge Chair in original velvet (First Edition)

By C&B Italia, Mario Bellini

Located in Argelato, BO

Mario Bellini B&B Italia 'Camaleonda' Lounge chair in original red velvet 1973 The Camaleonda sofa, designed by renowned Italian architect and designer Mario Bellini in 1970 for B&B...

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1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Seating

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Metal

Mario Bellini “Lira & Liuto” Chair for Cassina, Bordeaux Leather, 1989
Mario Bellini “Lira & Liuto” Chair for Cassina, Bordeaux Leather, 1989

Mario Bellini “Lira & Liuto” Chair for Cassina, Bordeaux Leather, 1989

By Mario Bellini, Cassina

Located in Lonigo, Veneto

Mario Bellini “Lira & Liuto” chair for Cassina, bordeaux leather, Italy, 1989 The "Lira e Liuto" was designed by Mario Bellini for Cassina in 1989, extending the formal logic of...

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1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Seating

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Leather

"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 Mario Bellini, B&B Italia

Located in bruxelles, BE

5-piece modular sofa in zebu leather by Mario Bellini, Le Bambole model. Stamped under the seats. Seat height: 46 cm. Wear due to age and time. FOR SHIPPING, REQUEST US FOR RECEIVE T...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Seating

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Leather

Mario Bellini for Cassina Modular Sofa Pianura in White Fabric
Mario Bellini for Cassina Modular Sofa Pianura in White Fabric

Mario Bellini for Cassina Modular Sofa Pianura in White Fabric

By Cassina, Mario Bellini

Located in Madrid, ES

Two-seater modular sofa, model Pianura. Designed by Mario Bellini and manufactured by Cassina in the 1970s. The sofa's structure and armrests are made of lacquered wood and it has be...

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Late 20th Century Italian Modern Mario Bellini Seating

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Fabric, Upholstery, Wood

Tacchini Le Mura Leather Sofa  by Mario Bellini in STOCK
Tacchini Le Mura Leather Sofa  by Mario Bellini in STOCK

Tacchini Le Mura Leather Sofa by Mario Bellini in STOCK

By Tacchini, Mario Bellini

Located in New York, NY

LE MURA RIGHT MODULE 90, LE MURA LEFT MODULE 90 & LE MURA CENTRAL MODULE 90 CAT. Z - ZAREEN 03 CLASP AND ZIPPERS MATT BLACK NICHEL T148 WITH INTERLINER CAL117 The project Le Mu...

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2010s Italian Mario Bellini Seating

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Leather

Customizable Tacchini Le Mura XL Modular Sofa by Mario Bellini
Customizable Tacchini Le Mura XL Modular Sofa by Mario Bellini

Customizable Tacchini Le Mura XL Modular Sofa by Mario Bellini

By Tacchini, Mario Bellini

Located in New York, NY

Price listed for starting fabric. - Composizione, Composition LM7: 1 × left terminal 180 cm 1 × 30° corner 1 × right asymmetric terminal 0LMRTE180SX 0LMRXLEA02 0LMRXLTA01DX L 490 P...

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2010s Italian Mario Bellini Seating

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Textile

Mario Bellini “Le Bambole” Sofa for B&B Italia, Olive Green, 1971, Set of 2
Mario Bellini “Le Bambole” Sofa for B&B Italia, Olive Green, 1971, Set of 2

Mario Bellini “Le Bambole” Sofa for B&B Italia, Olive Green, 1971, Set of 2

By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia

Located in Lonigo, Veneto

Mario Bellini “Le Bambole” modular sofa for B&B Italia, olive green velvet, Italy, 1971, set of 2 The search for a new shape for upholstered furniture: all parts are shaped like a l...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Seating

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Velvet

Mario Bellini "CAB 413” Chairs for Cassina, Mustard Leather, 1977, Set of 2
Mario Bellini "CAB 413” Chairs for Cassina, Mustard Leather, 1977, Set of 2

Mario Bellini "CAB 413” Chairs for Cassina, Mustard Leather, 1977, Set of 2

By Mario Bellini, Cassina

Located in Lonigo, Veneto

Mario Bellini "CAB 413" dining chairs for Cassina, Mustard yellow leather, Italy, 1977, set of two. 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 Seating

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Leather

Pair Mario Bellini CAB 412 Chairs in Cognac Saddle Leather for Cassina, Italy
Pair Mario Bellini CAB 412 Chairs in Cognac Saddle Leather for Cassina, Italy

Pair Mario Bellini CAB 412 Chairs in Cognac Saddle Leather for Cassina, Italy

By Cassina, Mario Bellini

Located in Grand Cayman, KY

Pair of Mario Bellini CAB 412 chairs, made by Cassina in the 1980s/1990s. Flexible steel frame covered with a skin of high quality vegetable tanned cognac saddle leather. This elegan...

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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Mario Bellini Seating

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Leather

1964 Original 932-Quartet Leather Sofa Sectional Mario Bellini for Cassina 2pcs
1964 Original 932-Quartet Leather Sofa Sectional Mario Bellini for Cassina 2pcs

1964 Original 932-Quartet Leather Sofa Sectional Mario Bellini for Cassina 2pcs

By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini

Located in Basel, BS

Move over, here comes the MEGA CULT CLASSIC, and Extremely rare Bellini that you can also sip Bellini's upon like a ROCK STAR! She is an absolute show stopper for any space... An ...

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Seating

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Leather, Canvas

Mario Bellini “Camaleonda” Modular Sofa Set, 5 Pieces.
Mario Bellini “Camaleonda” Modular Sofa Set, 5 Pieces.

Mario Bellini “Camaleonda” Modular Sofa Set, 5 Pieces.

By Mario Bellini

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This configuration appears to be a 5-piece Mario Bellini “Camaleonda” modular sofa set, upholstered in a soft ivory/cream bouclé fabric. The arrangement includes: One 3-seat section...

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1970s Italian Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Seating

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Bouclé

Mario Bellini “Lira & Liuto” Chair for Cassina, Bordeaux Leather, 1989, Set of 4
Mario Bellini “Lira & Liuto” Chair for Cassina, Bordeaux Leather, 1989, Set of 4

Mario Bellini “Lira & Liuto” Chair for Cassina, Bordeaux Leather, 1989, Set of 4

By Mario Bellini, Cassina

Located in Lonigo, Veneto

Mario Bellini “Lira & Liuto” chairs for Cassina, bordeaux leather, Italy, 1989, set of 4 The "Lira e Liuto" was designed by Mario Bellini for Cassina in 1989, extending the formal l...

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1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Seating

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Leather

Camaleonda brown modular sofa by Mario Bellini, B&B Italy, 1970 set pf 4
Camaleonda brown modular sofa by Mario Bellini, B&B Italy, 1970 set pf 4

Camaleonda brown modular sofa by Mario Bellini, B&B Italy, 1970 set pf 4

By Mario Bellini

Located in Milano, Lombardia

Brown chameleon, set of 4, design by Mario Bellini, produced by B&B, Italy, 1970, internal structure in wood, padding in polyurethane foam, new upholstery in brown velvet, three modu...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Seating

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Velvet

Mario Bellini Red Cab Lounge Chair by Cassina, 1970s Italian Design
Mario Bellini Red Cab Lounge Chair by Cassina, 1970s Italian Design

Mario Bellini Red Cab Lounge Chair by Cassina, 1970s Italian Design

By Cassina, Mario Bellini

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This iconic chair designed by Mario Bellini for Cassina c.1970s, Italy, features the original Red Russian saddle leather which is wrapped atop a steel frame. The seat has a rounded l...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Seating

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Steel

Tacchini Le Mura Modular Sofa by Mario Bellini in STOCK
Tacchini Le Mura Modular Sofa by Mario Bellini in STOCK

Tacchini Le Mura Modular Sofa by Mario Bellini in STOCK

By Mario Bellini, Tacchini

Located in New York, NY

CAT M- MALVA 02 WOOL PADDING MATT BLACK NICKEL CLASP AND ZIP T148 WITH CAL117 INTERLINER The project Le Mura by Mario Bellini represents the manifesto of a radical design that went ...

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2010s Italian Mario Bellini Seating

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Velvet

Mario Bellini for Cassina 'CAB 414'  Chairs in black stitched Leather
Mario Bellini for Cassina 'CAB 414'  Chairs in black stitched Leather

Mario Bellini for Cassina 'CAB 414' Chairs in black stitched Leather

By Cassina, Mario Bellini

Located in London, GB

Mario Bellini for Cassina 'Cab' chairs. Model no 414. Stitched black leather. Zips onto a metal frame. In very good condition. Leather, stitching and zips on these chairs are all ...

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1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Seating

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Metal

412 Cab Chair by Mario Bellini for Cassina
412 Cab Chair by Mario Bellini for Cassina

412 Cab Chair by Mario Bellini for Cassina

By Mario Bellini

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Fantastic set of off white/bone 412 Cab Dining Chairs by Mario Bellini for Cassina. Excellent condition with almost no wear to edges super clean. Produced early-mid 2000's by Cassina...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Mario Bellini Seating

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Steel

Large design sofa "Le Bambole" original 80s Mario Bellini B&B Italia
Large design sofa "Le Bambole" original 80s Mario Bellini B&B Italia

Large design sofa "Le Bambole" original 80s Mario Bellini B&B Italia

By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini

Located in Milano, Lombardia

An authentic symbol of Italian design, the "Le Bambole" sofa signed by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia represents one of the most recognizable and desired icons in the world of high-end...

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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Mario Bellini Seating

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Leather

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

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

By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini

Located in Lonigo, Veneto

Mario Bellini “Le Bambole” modular sofa for B&B Italia, olive green velvet, Italy, 1971, set of 5 The search for a new shape for upholstered furniture: all parts are shaped like a l...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Seating

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Velvet

Mario Bellini “Le Bambole” Armchairs for B&B Italia, Olive Green, 1971, Set of 2
Mario Bellini “Le Bambole” Armchairs for B&B Italia, Olive Green, 1971, Set of 2

Mario Bellini “Le Bambole” Armchairs for B&B Italia, Olive Green, 1971, Set of 2

By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini

Located in Lonigo, Veneto

Mario Bellini “Le Bambole” armchairs for B&B Italia, olive green velvet, Italy, 1971, set of two. The search for a new shape for upholstered furniture: all parts are shaped like a l...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Seating

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Velvet

Customizable Tacchini Le Mura Modular Sofa by  Mario Bellini
Customizable Tacchini Le Mura Modular Sofa by  Mario Bellini

Customizable Tacchini Le Mura Modular Sofa by Mario Bellini

By Tacchini, Mario Bellini

Located in New York, NY

The project Le Mura by Mario Bellini represents the manifesto of a radical design that went through all the Italian 70s: design was as an answer to questions not only of aesthetics, ...

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2010s Italian Mario Bellini Seating

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Textile

Mario Bellini for B&B Italia Amanta Sectional Sofa/Lounge Chairs, 1973
Mario Bellini for B&B Italia Amanta Sectional Sofa/Lounge Chairs, 1973

Mario Bellini for B&B Italia Amanta Sectional Sofa/Lounge Chairs, 1973

By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini

Located in Brooklyn, NY

A pair of 'Amanta' cognac brown leather and fiberglass lounge chairs, originally designed in Italy by Mario Bellini for C&B Italia in 1966. The design was extremely popular and i...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Seating

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Leather, Fiberglass

Le Bambole sofa 2 seats designed by Mario Bellini for B&b Italia 1972
Le Bambole sofa 2 seats designed by Mario Bellini for B&b Italia 1972

Le Bambole sofa 2 seats designed by Mario Bellini for B&b Italia 1972

By Mario Bellini

Located in Arezzo, Italy

Le Bambole 2 seats sofa designed by Mario Bellini for B&b Italia. Polyurethane padding, grained cowhide. The Bambole series won the Compasso d'Oro award in 1979, Le ...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Seating

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Animal Skin

5 Section 'Camaleonda' Sofa by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia in Caramel Leather
5 Section 'Camaleonda' Sofa by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia in Caramel Leather

5 Section 'Camaleonda' Sofa by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia in Caramel Leather

By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia

Located in Los Angeles, CA

5 Section 'Camaleonda' sofa by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia in original caramel leather. Originally designed in 1970 and commercially released in 1972, Bellini combined two terms tha...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Mario Bellini Seating

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Leather

Mario Bellini Vol Au Vent Chair Set of Four B&B, Italy
Mario Bellini Vol Au Vent Chair Set of Four B&B, Italy

Mario Bellini Vol Au Vent Chair Set of Four B&B, Italy

By Mario Bellini

Located in Čelinac, BA

Set of four dining chairs in red fabric by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia. Modern design, faboulos red dining chairs.

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Early 2000s Italian Mid-Century Modern Mario Bellini Seating

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Fabric

Large Modular Camaleonda sofa cognac-colored leather M.Bellini original 70s
Large Modular Camaleonda sofa cognac-colored leather M.Bellini original 70s

Large Modular Camaleonda sofa cognac-colored leather M.Bellini original 70s

By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini

Located in Milano, Lombardia

Large Camaleonda sofa designed by Mario Bellini for Cassina he 1960s. this generous set has been completely refurbished and retouched with quality cognac-colored leather. The upholst...

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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Mario Bellini Seating

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Leather

Mario Bellini “Le Bambole” Armchairs for B&B Italia, Velvet, 1971, Set of 2
Mario Bellini “Le Bambole” Armchairs for B&B Italia, Velvet, 1971, Set of 2

Mario Bellini “Le Bambole” Armchairs for B&B Italia, Velvet, 1971, Set of 2

By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini

Located in Lonigo, Veneto

Mario Bellini “Le Bambole” armchairs for B&B Italia, mustard velvet, Italy, 1971, set of two. The search for a new shape for upholstered furniture: all parts are shaped like a l...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Seating

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Velvet

Mario Bellini “Le Bambole” Sofa for B&B Italia, Camel Velvet, 1971, Set of 6
Mario Bellini “Le Bambole” Sofa for B&B Italia, Camel Velvet, 1971, Set of 6

Mario Bellini “Le Bambole” Sofa for B&B Italia, Camel Velvet, 1971, Set of 6

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 six (two corners + four easy chairs). The search for a new shape for upholstered furnitur...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Seating

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Velvet, Foam

Mario Bellini “Le Bambole” Easy Chair for B&B Italia, Olive Green Velvet, 1971
Mario Bellini “Le Bambole” Easy Chair for B&B Italia, Olive Green Velvet, 1971

Mario Bellini “Le Bambole” Easy Chair for B&B Italia, Olive Green Velvet, 1971

By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia

Located in Lonigo, Veneto

Mario Bellini “Le Bambole” easy chair for B&B Italia, green velvet, Italy, 1971 The search for a new shape for upholstered furniture: all parts are shaped like a large soft cush...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Seating

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Velvet

Mario Bellini classic Duc-Duc velvet sofa for Cassina Italy, 1976 / 2024
Mario Bellini classic Duc-Duc velvet sofa for Cassina Italy, 1976 / 2024

Mario Bellini classic Duc-Duc velvet sofa for Cassina Italy, 1976 / 2024

By Mario Bellini, Cassina

Located in Skokie, IL

New showroom sample of the classic Duc-Duc sofa in velvet originally designed by Mario Bellini in 1976 and relaunched in 2020. A perfect balance of comfort and design. The sofa retai...

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1970s Italian Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Seating

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Steel

Mario Bellini Camaleonda Modular Sofa for B&B Italia in Brown Velvet, 1972
Mario Bellini Camaleonda Modular Sofa for B&B Italia in Brown Velvet, 1972

Mario Bellini Camaleonda Modular Sofa for B&B Italia in Brown Velvet, 1972

By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia

Located in Vicenza, IT

Mario Bellini’s Camaleonda sofa for B&B Italia is one of the most influential works of Italian design from the 1970s. This original vintage example consists of two modular elemen...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Seating

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Chrome

Mario Bellini “Le Bambole” Armchair for B&B Italia, Olive Green Velvet, 1971
Mario Bellini “Le Bambole” Armchair for B&B Italia, Olive Green Velvet, 1971

Mario Bellini “Le Bambole” Armchair for B&B Italia, Olive Green Velvet, 1971

By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia

Located in Lonigo, Veneto

Mario Bellini “Le Bambole” armchair for B&B Italia, green velvet, Italy, 1971 The search for a new shape for upholstered furniture: all parts are shaped like a large soft cushio...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Seating

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Velvet

Mario Bellini Model 684 "Piccola Tentazione" Armchair by Cassina
Mario Bellini Model 684 "Piccola Tentazione" Armchair by Cassina

Mario Bellini Model 684 "Piccola Tentazione" Armchair by Cassina

By Cassina, Mario Bellini

Located in Highland, IN

Mario Bellini's model 684 "Piccola Tentazione" was designed for Cassina in 1973. Piccola Tentazione translates as "Little Temptation". Created in the same period as his iconic CAB c...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Seating

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Steel

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 Mario Bellini, B&B Italia

Located in MIlano, IT

Italian modern Le Bambole sofa in fabric by Mario Bellini for B&B, 1980s Sofa model Granbambola, from Le Bambole series, in light blue fabric, marked Dàmeda. The three-seater couch f...

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1980s Italian Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Seating

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Fabric

1980s Italian Designer CAB 414 2Seater Leather Sofa by Mario Bellini for Cassina
1980s Italian Designer CAB 414 2Seater Leather Sofa by Mario Bellini for Cassina

1980s Italian Designer CAB 414 2Seater Leather Sofa by Mario Bellini for Cassina

By Cassina, Mario Bellini

Located in Wesseling, DE

Iconic vintage ‘CAB 414’ sofa designed by Mario Bellini for Cassina during the 1980s. One of the most recognizable Italian postmodern seating designs, featuring Bellini’s signature s...

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1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Seating

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Leather

Set of 2 Mario Bellini CAB 413 Chairs in Black Leather for Cassina
Set of 2 Mario Bellini CAB 413 Chairs in Black Leather for Cassina

Set of 2 Mario Bellini CAB 413 Chairs in Black Leather for Cassina

By Cassina, Mario Bellini

Located in Grand Cayman, KY

Set of 2 Mario Bellini 414 CAB armchairs. Made by Cassina in Italy in the 1980s. Flexible steel frame covered with a skin of high quality black saddle le...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Mario Bellini Seating

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Leather

Mario Bellini Reupholstered 'Camaleonda' Modular Sofa in White Boucle
Mario Bellini Reupholstered 'Camaleonda' Modular Sofa in White Boucle

Mario Bellini Reupholstered 'Camaleonda' Modular Sofa in White Boucle

By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Mario Bellini for B&B Italia, reupholstered 'Camaleonda' sectional sofa, boucle, metal, Italy, design 1970 The iconic Camaleonda sofa is designed by Italian master Mario Bellini for...

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1970s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Seating

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Metal

Le Bambole Bed In Buffalo Leather By Mario Bellini For B&B Italia, 1970s
Le Bambole Bed In Buffalo Leather By Mario Bellini For B&B Italia, 1970s

Le Bambole Bed In Buffalo Leather By Mario Bellini For B&B Italia, 1970s

By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia

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 Seating

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Velvet

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

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

By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini

Located in Lewes, East Sussex

A beautiful large Mario Bellini Le Bambole lounge chair, newly upholstered in luxury pure Alpaca wool fabric, produced by B&B Italia, Italy in the 1970s. Marked on the underside. Fa...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Mario Bellini Seating

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Alpaca

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

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

By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini

Located in Lewes, East Sussex

A Mario Bellini Le Bambole five piece modular sofa / chair set, produced by B&B Italia, Italy in the 1970s, newly upholstered in luxurious 100% alpaca. The pieces without arms ...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Mario Bellini Seating

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Alpaca

Mario Bellini seating for sale on 1stDibs.

Mario Bellini seating 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 seating, although black editions of this piece are particularly popular. We have 417 vintage editions of these items in-stock, while there is 13 modern edition to choose from as well. Many of the original seating 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 seating by B&B Italia, Afra & Tobia Scarpa, and Gio Ponti. Prices for Mario Bellini seating can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $950 and can go as high as $58,161, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $9,800.
Questions About Mario Bellini Seating
  • 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.