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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 Reupholstered 'Camaleonda' Modular Sofa in Light Blue Velvet
By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Mario Bellini for B&B Italia, reupholstered 'Camaleonda' sectional sofa, light blue velvet, metal, Italy, design 1970 This iconic sofa is designed by Italian master Mario Bellini fo...
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1970s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Seating

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Metal

Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" Sofa for B&B Italia, Black Leather, 1970, Set of 4
By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" modular sofa for B&B Italia, black leather, Italy, 1970, set of four. "Camaleonda" is an icon, rediscovered. First designed in 1970 by Mario Bellini, it ...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Seating

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Metal

Mario Bellini for B&B Italia "Camaleonda" White Bouclé Fabric Modular Sofa
By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini
Located in Madrid, ES
Camaleonda modular sofa designed by Mario Bellini (1935-) for B&B Italia in 1972. Composed of 3 large modular seats with backrest, 3 small modular seats with backrest, 2 armrests and...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Seating

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Wool

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 Bamb...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Seating

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Animal Skin

Mario Bellini Quartet sofa Cassina Italy 1964
By Mario Bellini
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Extremely rare 932 'Quartet' sofa designed by architect Mario Bellini and manufactured by Cassina in Italy in 1964. Very early model made up of five separate pieces. It's quite challenging to come across one in this large and impressive size. What makes it even more special is its gorgeous cognac colour. This sofa's modular design means you can arrange its elements in various ways to suit different settings. It's still in good original condition, considering its age, with some expected wear and tear that adds character and enhances its beautiful appearance and patina. There are no holes or tears in it. In the 1960s Mario Bellini reinterpreted the concept of classic furniture stuffing with the 932 model, transforming the padding of the traditional armchair into an item of furniture: four independent cushions connected by a belt passed around the outside. Bellini took as his starting point Le Corbusier’s Grand...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Seating

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Leather

Camaleonda Lounge Chair in Boucle Wool by Mario Bellini, Sectional Sofa, 1970's
By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini
Located in Antwerp, BE
Camaleonda, Mario Bellini, vintage; modular camaleonda, newly reupholstered in bouclé wool; white; Postmodern; Lounge chair; Sofa; Seating element; Italian design classics; Postm...
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Late 20th Century European Post-Modern Mario Bellini Seating

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Wool, Foam

Camaleonda Pair of lounge chair by Mario Bellini
By Mario Bellini
Located in Antwerp, BE
Postmodern easy chairs by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia Newly upholstered in blue cotton velvet. We have an expert in house upholstery service. W...
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1970s European Post-Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Seating

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Velvet

Pair of Leather Model 412 CAb Cassina Chairs Mario Bellini Provenance Cass House
By Cassina, Mario Bellini
Located in Reading, Berkshire
A pair of leather model 412 CAB Cassina chairs designed by Mario Bellini Made in Italy 1977. Provenance: From the Estate Of Wilfred Cass please see article The Modern House Journal W...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Seating

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Leather, Plastic

Mario Bellini "CAB 413” Chairs for Cassina, Dark Green Leather, 1977, Set of 2
By Cassina, Mario Bellini
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Mario Bellini "CAB 413" dining chairs for Cassina, Dark Green leather, Italy, 1977, set of two. The "CAB" is the world's first free-standing cowhide design chair, informed by the re...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Seating

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Steel

Pair of Chestnut Colored Cab Dining Chairs by Mario Bellini for Cassina
By Mario Bellini
Located in Den Haag, NL
Pair of cab chairs by Mario Bellini for Cassina in chestnut color, Italy, circa 1970s. Wonderful original patina and wear. Broken in like your favor...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Mario Bellini Seating

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Leather

Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" Sofa for B&B Italia, Cognac Leather, 1970, Set of 6
By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" modular sofa for B&B Italia, Cognac leather, Italy, 1970, set of 6. "Camaleonda" is an icon, rediscovered. First designed in 1970 by Mario Bellini, it wa...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Seating

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Metal

Mario Bellini ‘Le Bambole’ Blue-Grey Suede Loveseat for B&B Italia
By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mario Bellini for B&B Italia 'le Bambole' blue-grey suede loveseat. Iconic and distinctive soft form sofa with curved silhouette. In original condition with visible signs of wear inc...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Seating

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Suede

Mario Bellini “Le Bambole” Modular sofa for B&B Italia, 1971, Set of 2
By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Mario Bellini “Le Bambole” modular sofa for B&B Italia, green linen, Italy, 1971, set of two. The search for a new shape for upholstered furniture:...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Seating

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Steel

Mario Bellini “Le Bambole” Armchairs for B&B Italia, 1971, Set of 2
By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Mario Bellini “Le Bambole” armchairs for B&B Italia, steel, foam and faux-fur, Italy, 1971, set of two. The search for a new shape f...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Seating

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Steel

Mario Bellini "Pianura" Sofa for Cassina, 1972
By Mario Bellini, Cassina
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Mario Bellini "Pianura" sofa for Cassina, white fabric and wood, Italy, 1972 The “Pianura” living room set is a great expression of the minimalism and elegance of Mario Bellini’s cr...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Seating

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Fabric, Wood

'Le Bambole' Two-seater Sofa in New Upholstered Leather by Mario Bellini for B&B
By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia
Located in Hellouw, NL
The Bambole collection, crafted by the iconic Italian designer Mario Bellini, is a hallmark of mid-century design and was honored with the prestigious Compasso d'Oro award in 1979. T...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Seating

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Leather

Mario Bellini for Cassina 'Pianura' Lounge in Walnut and Striped Upholstery
By Mario Bellini, Cassina
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Mario Bellini for Cassina, 'Pianura' lounge chair, walnut, fabric, Italy, 1971 The Pianura series is conceived by Mario Bellini for the Italian furniture company Cassina in 1971. Th...
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1970s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Seating

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Fabric, Walnut

Mario Bellini “CAB” 414 Chairs for Cassina, Black Leather, 1977, Set of 3
By Mario Bellini, Cassina
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Mario Bellini “CAB” 414 dining chairs for Cassina, black leather, Italy, 1977, set of three. The "CAB" is the world's first free-standing cowhide desi...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Seating

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Steel

Mario Bellini “Le Bambole” Modular sofa for B&B Italia, 1971
By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Mario Bellini “Le Bambole” modular sofa for B&B Italia, green linen, Italy, 1971 The search for a new shape for upholstered furniture: all parts are s...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Seating

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Steel

Canapé "Camaleonda"
By Mario Bellini
Located in Paris, FR
Camaleonda” sofa from the ‘for B&B Italia’ series in polyurethane, velvet, stainless steel snap hook, chromed brass rings and solid beechwood legs, measuring 66 x 90 x 90 cm. By mutu...
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Late 20th Century Modern Mario Bellini Seating

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Brass, Stainless Steel

Mario Bellini "Pianura" Armchairs for Cassina, 1971, set of 2
By Mario Bellini, Cassina
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Mario Bellini "Pianura" armchairs for Cassina, argilla velvet and wood, Italy, 1971, set of two. The “Pianura” living room set is a great expression of the minimalism and elegance o...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Seating

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Fabric, Wood

Mario Bellini "CAB 413” Chairs for Cassina, Hazelnut Leather, 1977, Set of 2
By Cassina, Mario Bellini
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Mario Bellini "CAB 413" dining chairs for Cassina, hazelnut leather, Italy, 1977, set of two. 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 Seating

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Steel

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

Amanta Modular Sofa by Mario Bellini for C&B Italia, Italy, 1970s, Pair
By Mario Bellini, C&B Italia
Located in Lucija, SI
Pair of Amanta modular sofas designed by Mario Bellini Original fabric in perfect conditions Made in Italy in the 70s
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Seating

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Fabric, Plastic, Fiberglass, Foam

Mario Bellini 7-Piece Bambole Chairs/ Modular Sofa Set for B&B Italia 1970s
By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia
Located in Almelo, NL
Mario Bellini 7-Piece Bambole Chairs/ Modular Sofa Set for B&B Italia 1970s This is a set of seven original production 'Le Bambole' lounge chairs or mod...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Seating

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Leather

Camaleonda Sofa Set in Boucle Wool with Armrests by Mario Bellini, 1970's
By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini
Located in Antwerp, BE
Camaleonda, Mario Bellini, vintage; modular camaleonda, newly reupholstered in bouclé wool; white; Postmodern; Lounge chair; Sofa; Seating element; Italian design classics; Postmod...
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Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Mario Bellini Seating

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Wool, Foam

Mario Bellini "CAB 413” Chairs for Cassina, Hazelnut Leather, 1977, Set of 4
By Mario Bellini, Cassina
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Mario Bellini "CAB 413" dining chairs for Cassina, hazelnut leather, Italy, 1977, set of four. The "CAB" is the world's first free-standing cowhide design chair, informed by the rel...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Seating

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Steel

Mario Bellini "CAB 413”Chairs for Cassina, Tobacco Leather. 1977, Set of 4
By Mario Bellini, Cassina
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Mario Bellini "CAB 413" dining chairs for Cassina, Tobacco dark brown leather, Italy, 1977, set of four. The "CAB" is the world's first free-standing cowhide design chair, informed ...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Seating

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Steel

Amanta Lounge chairs by Mario Bellini for C&B Italia, 1960s, set of 3
By Mario Bellini, C&B Italia
Located in bruxelles, BE
Set of 3 orange and purple fabric armchairs with fibreglass shell. Designed by Mario Bellini for C&B Italia. Seat height: 44 cm. Stamped C&B Italia. They can be modular or attached t...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Seating

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Wool, Fiberglass

Mario Bellini Cassina Cab 412 + Cab 413 - 12 Black Leather Dining Chairs, 1980
By Cassina, Mario Bellini
Located in Vienna, AT
Wonderful set of 12 dining chairs by Mario Bellini 1980's; 2x cab 413 and 10x cab 412 by Cassina A set of twelve (12) Italian design icons in black saddle leather, the CAB 412/413...
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1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Seating

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Steel

Stunning Excelsior sofa in black leather by Mario Bellini for B&B Italy, 1985.
By Mario Bellini
Located in Buggenhout, Oost-Vlaanderen
Stunning & rare Excelsior sofa by Mario Bellini for B&B Italy, 1985. Full black leather! Still 100% original. No damage. The leather has some normal wear for its age. Measurement...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Mario Bellini Seating

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Leather

Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" Sofa for B&B Italia, Wool Bouclé, 1970, Set of 2
By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" modular sofa for B&B Italia, ivory wool bouclé, Italy, 1970, two elements. "Camaleonda" is an icon, rediscovered. It was one of the truly modular sofa de...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Seating

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Metal

Mario Bellini "Pianura" Modular Sofa for Cassina, 1971
By Mario Bellini, Cassina
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Mario Bellini "Pianura" three seater modular sofa for Cassina, argilla velvet and wood, Italy, 1971. The “Pianura” living room set is a great expression of the minimalism and elegan...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Seating

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Wood, Fabric

Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" Sofa for B&B Italia, Black Leather, 1970, Set of 4
By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" modular sofa for B&B Italia, black leather, Italy, 1970, set of four. "Camaleonda" is an icon, rediscovered. First designed in 1970 by Mario Bellini, it ...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Seating

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Metal

Le Stelle Sofa by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia
By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini
Located in Chicago, IL
c 1970s. Italy. Upholstered in original chocolate brown velvet. Pair available. Tagged.
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Seating

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Velvet

Cassina Cab 412 China Red Leather Dining Chair Set of 4
By Cassina, Mario Bellini
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This Cab 412 dining chair was designed by Mario Bellini for Italian manufacturer Cassina. It's the Dining chair version. The classic Italian masterpiece in dining rooms. It is uph...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Seating

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Steel

Break Armchair by Mario Bellini for Cassina, 1976
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 Seating

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Leather

Le Bambole Sofa in Cognac Leather, Mario Bellini for B&B Italia
By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini
Located in Voorburg, NL
Amazing Le Bambole Sofa’s by Mario Bellini in Cognac leather. Le Bambole sofa is a design classic created by Italian architect and designer Mario Bellini in 1972. The sofa's name translates to "the dolls" in Italian, which refers to the soft, organic shapes and curves of the design. These sofa’s genuine from 1975 (marked) and are totally newly upholstered with excellent soft aniline leather, in excellent condition. The sofa adjusts...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Mario Bellini Seating

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Leather

Mario Bellini "CAB 413” Chairs for Cassina, Tobacco Leather, 1977, Set of 12
By Cassina, Mario Bellini
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Mario Bellini "CAB 413" dining chairs for Cassina, Tobacco dark brown leather, Italy, 1977, set of twelve. The "CAB" is the world's first free-standing cowhide design chair, informe...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Seating

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Steel

Mario Bellini “Le Bambole” Easy Chairs for B&B Italia, 1971, Set of 2
By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Mario Bellini “Le Bambole” chairs for B&B Italia, brown leather and foam, Italy, 1971, set of two. The search for a new shape for up...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Seating

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Leather, Foam

Mario Bellini “Le Bambole” Armchair for B&B Italia, 1971 (First Edition)
By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia
Located in Argelato, BO
Mario Bellini, Armchair model "Le Bambole" first edition for B&B Italia, 1971. The armchair, an authentic icon of Italian design, is the work of Mario Bellini, one of the most impor...
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1970s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Seating

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Leather, Foam

Set of 10 Cab Model #413 Chairs by Mario Bellini for Cassina
By Mario Bellini, Cassina
Located in San Diego, CA
Iconic 413 Cab Chair by Mario Bellini for Cassina. The upholstery is made up of 22 parts in cowhide, die-cut and hand-processed one-by-one and then sewn into a single piece which is ...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Seating

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Metal

Camaleonda by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia
By Mario Bellini
Located in Diest, BE
Postmodern Camaleonda seating element by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia created in the 1970s. This sofa has been reupholstered in spectacular yellow leather specially made for the form...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mario Bellini Seating

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Leather

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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Steel

Mario Bellini Brown Velvet Pianura Armchair for Cassina, 1970, Set of 2
By Mario Bellini, Cassina
Located in Vicenza, IT
Set of 2 Pianura lounge chair, designed by Mario Bellini and manufactured by the Italian brand Cassina in 1970. It features a brown velvet upholstery and a solid walnut structure. ...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Seating

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Velvet, Foam, Walnut

"Le Bambole" Sofa by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia, 1970s
By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini
Located in bruxelles, BE
Brown leather sofa, model: Le Bambole by Mario Bellini. Seat height: 41 cm. Stamped B&B Italia on the underside. Wear due to time and age of the sofa. For shipping, request us for ...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Seating

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Leather

Mario Bellini Green Linen Velvet Camaleonda Sofa for B&B Italia, 1972, Set of 2
By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia
Located in Vicenza, IT
Camaleonda sofa, designed by Mario Bellini and manufactured by B&B Italia in 1972. The set features two modules with backrest and two armrests. Green linen velvet upholstery. Fu...
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1970s Italian Space Age Vintage Mario Bellini Seating

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Velvet, Foam, Linen

Pair of 'Amanta' Leather Lounge Chairs by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia
By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini
Located in New York, 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 in great demand, with a waitlist for eager purchasers. The 'Amanta' was produced as a modular piece so you can place the two together to form a small sofa or stand alone as lounge chairs. The flexibility was made possible by the strategically placed vertical slit in the backrest. With their original cognac brown leather upholstery that is wonderful vintage condition. The curved and molded shells that hold the cushions are made of dark chocolate brown fiberglass and rest upon chocolate brown fiberglass ball...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mario Bellini Seating

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Leather, Fiberglass

Tacchini Le Mura Modular Sofa designed by Mario Bellini
By Tacchini, Mario Bellini
Located in Brooklyn, 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 n...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Mario Bellini Seating

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Upholstery

1990s Mario Bellini Vitra Figura High Back Desk Chair in Brown Leather
By Vitra, Mario Bellini
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a single (multiple chairs are available, but the price is for each chair) 1990s vintage Figura desk chair by Vitra, designed by Mario Bellini. These are gorgeous o...
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1990s Swiss Modern Mario Bellini Seating

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Metal

Set of 7 Camaleonda Sittings Designed by Mario Bellini for C&B Italia, 1970
By Mario Bellini, C&B Italia
Located in Varese, Lombardia
Set of modular armchairs and poufs in brown corduroy, mod. Camaleonda designed by Mario Bellini for C&B Italia in 1970. The set consists of 7 elements: - 4 armchairs ( cm 71 H x ...
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1970s Italian Space Age Vintage Mario Bellini Seating

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Metal

Camaleonda Lounge Chairs by Mario Bellini for B&B, Italia, (Customizable)
By Mario Bellini
Located in Argelato, BO
Postmodern Camaleonda seating elements by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia, 1970s. set of two C&B Camaleonda sofas in the original iconic orange fabric.The set is in fair vintage condit...
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1970s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Seating

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Fabric, Plastic, Foam

Le Bambole Chaise Longue designed by Mario Bellini for B&b, Italia, 1972
By Mario Bellini
Located in Arezzo, Italy
Le Bambole Chaise-Longue designed by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia, 1972. Polyurethane foam, suede, restored. Bibliography: Domus n. 533, aprile 1974; C Fiell & P. Fiell, 1000 chairs,...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Seating

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Animal Skin, Suede, Hemp

Mario Bellini for Cassina CAB 412, Set of four, 1990s
By Mario Bellini, Cassina
Located in Renens, CH
Set of four Cab 412 side chairs in black leather by Mario Bellini for Cassina. The Cab chair is built up as a tubular frame over which thick saddle leather is fitted; the leather sk...
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1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Mario Bellini Seating

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Metal

Mario Bellini "CAB 412” Chairs for Cassina, Tobacco Leather, 1978, Set of 4
By Cassina, Mario Bellini
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Mario Bellini "CAB 412" dining chairs for Cassina, Tobacco brown leather, Italy, 1978, set of four. 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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Steel

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

Mario Bellini Landeau Sofa for Cassina
By Mario Bellini
Located in Dallas, TX
A "Landeau" sofa designed by Mario Bellini for Cassina. Original ribbed fabric with leather trim.
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1980s Vintage Mario Bellini Seating

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Fabric

Mario Bellini "Le Bambole" Sofa for Cassina, Ivory Chenille, 1972
By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Mario Bellini “Le Bambole” three seater sofa for B&B Italia, ivory chenille, Italy, 1971. 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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Foam, Chenille

Mario Bellini "CAB 413” Chairs for Cassina, Natural Leather, 1977, Set of 6
By Mario Bellini, Cassina
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Mario Bellini "CAB 413" dining chairs for Cassina, Natural leather, Italy, 1977, set of six. 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 Seating

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Steel

Mario Bellini "Le Bambole" Living Room Set for B&B Italia, 1971, Set of 3
By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Mario Bellini "Le Bambole" living room set for B&B Italia, sofa and two armchairs, faux-fur, foam and metal, Italy, 1971, set of three. The search for a new shape for upholstered fu...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Seating

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Metal

Cassina Cab 414 Armchairs PAIR by Mario Bellini in Dark Grey Matte Black Leather
By Mario Bellini, Cassina
Located in Basel, BS
Fabulous, RARE original Mario Bellini for Cassina 414 Cab Armchairs in gorgeous dark Grey / Black, PAIR of 2 chairs! Beautiful color, not available from Cassina anymore. All are in ...
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1970s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Seating

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Metal

Leather "Cab" 413 Arm Chair by Mario Bellini Cassina, 1977
By Mario Bellini, Cassina
Located in Rosendahl, DE
Iconic vintage chair "Cab 413" by Mario Bellini for Cassina, first produced in 1977, renowned for the innovative freestanding leather structure, inspired by the relationship between ...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Mario Bellini Seating

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Steel

Mario Bellini "CAB 412” Chairs for Cassina, China Red Leather, 1978, Set of 6
By Cassina, Mario Bellini
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Mario Bellini "CAB 412" dining chairs for Cassina, China Red leather, Italy, 1978, set of six. The "CAB" is the world's first free-standing cowhide design chair, informed by the rel...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Seating

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Steel

Mario Bellini “Camaleonda” Sofa for B&B Italia, Cognac Leather, 1970, Set of 2
By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" modular sofa for B&B Italia, cognac leather, Italy, 1970, set of two. “Camaleonda” is an icon, rediscovered. It was one of the truly modular sofa designs,...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Seating

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Leather

Camaleonda lounge chair with 3 parts designed by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia
By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia
Located in Offenburg, Baden Wurthemberg
Two Camaleonda seats and one backrest designed by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia in 1970. The offer includes two seats and one backrest (=three parts)...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Post-Modern Mario Bellini Seating

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Foam, Fabric, Plywood

Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" Sofa for B&B Italia, Champagne, 1970, Set of 5
By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" modular sofa for B&B Italia, champagne leather, Italy, 1970, five elements. "Camaleonda" is an icon, rediscovered. First designed in 1970 by Mario Bellini...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Seating

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Metal

Bambola Armchairs by Mario Bellini in White Bouclé Iconic Italian Design
By Mario Bellini
Located in Madrid, ES
Pair of Bambola armchairs designed by Mario Bellini for B&B in 1972. They belong to the Le Bambole collection and are upholstered in white bouclé wool. This design was awarded the Co...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Seating

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Wool

Day bed Le Bambole by Mario Bellini for B&b Italia 1972
By Mario Bellini
Located in Arezzo, Italy
Pair of daybed Le Bambole designed by Mario Bellini for B&b Italia 1970, reupholster in leather, linen and cotton mattress. The Bambole series won the Compasso d'Oro award in 1979....
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Seating

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Leather, Cotton, Linen

Mario Bellini “CAB 413” Chairs for Cassina, Hazelnut Leather, 1977, Set of 12
By Cassina, Mario Bellini
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Mario Bellini "CAB 413" dining chairs for Cassina, hazelnut leather, Italy, 1977, set of twelve. The "CAB" is the world's first free-standing cowhide design chair, informed by the r...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Seating

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Metal

Italian modern chairs Lira and Liuto CAB K5 by Mario Bellini per Cassina, 1990s
By Cassina, Mario Bellini
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern chairs Lira and Liuto CAB K5 by Mario Bellini per Cassina, 1990s Set of six chairs model Lira and Liuto, also known as CAB K5, in black leather. The internal structure...
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1990s Italian Modern Mario Bellini Seating

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Leather, Plastic

Set of Eight Midnight Blue Leather Break Chairs by Mario Bellini for Cassina
By Cassina, Mario Bellini
Located in Danville, CA
Outstanding set of Eight Midnight Blue leather Break Chairs by Mario Bellini for Cassina- Italy. The chairs present as though they've never been used and the color of the leather is as good as it...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Mario Bellini Seating

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Leather, Wood

Late 20th Century Black Leather & Walnut Pianura Sectional Sofa by Mario Bellini
By Mario Bellini
Located in Firenze, Tuscany
Stunning Pianura sectional seating group of three pieces. Walnut wooden structure with high comfort black leather cushions. Designed by Mario Bellini for Cassina in the 1970's. The walnut has signs of use that matches the age and wear. Still very good foam and leather. Mario Bellini was born in 1935 and trained as an architect. He became one of the leading designers in postwar Italian style. At the beginning of his career, he worked with Olivetti, Cassina, and B&B Italia, which resulted in an early knowledge of synthetic resins and polyurethanes. His furniture is exciting, both in its use of the material and the originality of his designs. He received the Golden Compass Award eight times and 25 of his works are in the permanent design collection of the New York MoMA, which dedicated to him a personal retrospective in 1987. He was editor of Domus magazine (1985-1991). He has designed countless art, design and architecture exhibitions over the years, both in Italy and abroad: among the latest those at Palazzo Reale with Giotto’s masterpieces (2016) and – at the Milanese Museo del ‘900 – the one dedicated to Margherita...
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1970s Italian Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Seating

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Leather, Walnut

Rare Coupé Bed Frame by Mario Bellini for Cassina, Italy, 1976
By Cassina, Mario Bellini
Located in Conversano, IT
Rare and elegant "Coupé" daybed or bed frame designed by Mario Bellini and produced by Cassina in 1976. This piece features a minimal yet sophisticated structure, defined by soft lines and harmonious proportions. The design conveys a sense of lightness and elegance, with gently curved shapes outlining the headboard and side panels. The structure is upholstered in a light-colored fabric - likely linen or raw cotton - tightly fitted around the frame, highlighting the clean aesthetic. Leather-trimmed seams and exposed zippers serve as both functional and decorative elements, allowing the piece to be disassembled with ease and showcasing its refined craftsmanship. The wavy silhouette of the headboard and sides creates a welcoming, cocoon-like effect, almost embracing the sleeper within. The piece rests on discreet black feet, elevating it just enough to enhance its floating, airy presence. The mattress support consists of a tight mesh metal base, ensuring breathability and ergonomic comfort. It is designed to fit a standard European single mattress (80 × 190 cm). The Coupe bed's clean and timeless design makes it suitable for both classic and contemporary interiors, whether in a bedroom or a sophisticated living area. The name "Coupé" references horse-drawn carriages - reflecting Bellini's desire to link elite design with historical memory and everyday life. The piece will be shipped disassembled to reduce transportation costs. Please note: This item is in a very good vintage condition. Minor signs of age may be present but do not affect its functionality. We kindly ask you to consider these characteristics prior to purchase. Dimensions Mattress size (internal): 80 × 190 cm (31.5 × 74.8 in) Overall height: 70 cm (27.6 in) Width: 215 cm (84.6 in) Depth: 90 cm (35.4 in) Keywords: Mario Bellini Bed - Coupé Daybed Cassina - 1970s Italian Bed...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mario Bellini Seating

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Steel

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.

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