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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
Le Bambole" armchairs by Mario Bellini for C&B Italia 1970
Le Bambole" armchairs by Mario Bellini for C&B Italia 1970

Le Bambole" armchairs by Mario Bellini for C&B Italia 1970

By Mario Bellini

Located in Manzano, IT

Le Bambole" armchairs by Mario Bellini for C&B Italia 1970 Attribution markThis piece has an attribution mark, I am confident that it is completely authentic and I take full responsi...

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1970s Italian Vintage Mario Bellini Seating

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Iron

Camaleonda sofa by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia, 1970
Camaleonda sofa by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia, 1970

Camaleonda sofa by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia, 1970

By Mario Bellini

Located in Misinto, IT

Camaleonda, designed by Mario Bellini in 1970, is the sofa that defined the interior design aesthetic of an entire era, becoming an icon of Italian design. Camaleonda achieved succe...

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Late 20th Century Italian Mario Bellini Seating

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Chenille, Rubber

'Le Bambole' Lounge Chair by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia, 1970s Italy
'Le Bambole' Lounge Chair by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia, 1970s Italy

'Le Bambole' Lounge Chair by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia, 1970s Italy

By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Stunning Le Bambole chaise lounge chair by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia. Made in Italy and presented here with its original 1970s wool felt upholstery in Camel in fantastic condition...

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1970s Italian Vintage Mario Bellini Seating

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Fabric, Foam

Mario Bellini “Le Bambole” Living Room Set for B&B Italia, Mohair, 1971
Mario Bellini “Le Bambole” Living Room Set for B&B Italia, Mohair, 1971

Mario Bellini “Le Bambole” Living Room Set for B&B Italia, Mohair, 1971

By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia

Located in Lonigo, Veneto

Mario Bellini “Le Bambole” living room set for B&B Italia, mohair velvet, Italy, 1971, set of three. (sofa + two armchairs) 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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Velvet

Cab Settee by Mario Bellini for Cassina, 1977
Cab Settee by Mario Bellini for Cassina, 1977

Cab Settee by Mario Bellini for Cassina, 1977

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 Seating

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Leather

Pair of 1986 Mario Bellini for Vitra Figura Imago Arm Chairs in Black Leather
Pair of 1986 Mario Bellini for Vitra Figura Imago Arm Chairs in Black Leather

Pair of 1986 Mario Bellini for Vitra Figura Imago Arm Chairs in Black Leather

By Mario Bellini, Vitra

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Listed for sale is a pair of vintage 1986 Vitra Figura arm chairs, designed by Mario Bellini. These are gorgeous original examples, which retain their ori...

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1980s Swiss Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Seating

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Metal

Mario Bellini "Pianura" Three-seater Sofa for Cassina, Brown, 1972
Mario Bellini "Pianura" Three-seater Sofa for Cassina, Brown, 1972

Mario Bellini "Pianura" Three-seater Sofa for Cassina, Brown, 1972

By Cassina, Mario Bellini

Located in Lonigo, Veneto

Mario Bellini "Pianura" three-seater modular sofa for Cassina, brown velvet and wood, Italy, 1972 The “Pianura” living room set is a great expression of the minimalism and elegance ...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Seating

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Fabric, Wood

Amanta Modular Sofa in Orange Leather for C&B Italy, from Mario Bellini 1960s
Amanta Modular Sofa in Orange Leather for C&B Italy, from Mario Bellini 1960s

Amanta Modular Sofa in Orange Leather for C&B Italy, from Mario Bellini 1960s

By Mario Bellini

Located in Oirlo, LI

Mario Bellini Amanta modular sofa in orange leather for C&B Italy, 1960s. Four separate elements can be used as lounge chairs or sofa. The shells are white fiberglass and the s...

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Seating

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Leather, Fiberglass

Mario Bellini C&B 'Camaleonda' modular sofa in original velvet (First Edition)
Mario Bellini C&B 'Camaleonda' modular sofa in original velvet (First Edition)

Mario Bellini C&B 'Camaleonda' modular sofa in original velvet (First Edition)

By Mario Bellini, C&B Italia

Located in Argelato, BO

Mario Bellini B&B Italia 'Camaleonda' modular sofa in original red velvet 1973 Listed price is per module (2 modules ). The Camaleonda sofa, designed by renowned Italian architect ...

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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, Sand Beige, 1970, Set of 3
Mario Bellini “Camaleonda” Sofa for B&B Italia, Sand Beige, 1970, Set of 3

Mario Bellini “Camaleonda” Sofa for B&B Italia, Sand Beige, 1970, Set of 3

By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia

Located in Lonigo, Veneto

Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" modular sofa for B&B Italia, sand beige leather, Italy, 1970, set of three. “Camaleonda” is an icon, rediscovered. It was one of the truly modular sof...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Seating

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Leather

Bambole Sofa by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia, 1980s
Bambole Sofa by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia, 1980s

Bambole Sofa by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia, 1980s

By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia

Located in Renens, CH

Iconic two seater sofa by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia, originating from the 1980s. (Two available, price per item) We have selected Musco, a dark blue mohair from De Ploeg, the Ne...

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1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Seating

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Metal

5 Modular Camaleonda Armchairs and Ottomans in Brown Corduroy by Bellini for C&B
5 Modular Camaleonda Armchairs and Ottomans in Brown Corduroy by Bellini for C&B

5 Modular Camaleonda Armchairs and Ottomans in Brown Corduroy by Bellini for C&B

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 5 elements: - 4 armchairs ( cm 71h x 65...

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1970s Italian Space Age Vintage Mario Bellini Seating

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Metal, Chrome

Bambole Lounge Chairs by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia
Bambole Lounge Chairs by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia

Bambole Lounge Chairs by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia

By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia

Located in Chicago, IL

c. 2000s. Italy. Price is for the set. Contact us if you’d like to purchase a single item. Blue canvas fabric

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Early 2000s Italian Post-Modern Mario Bellini Seating

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Fabric

Tacchini Le Mura sectional in chenille fabric sofa designed by Mario Bellini
Tacchini Le Mura sectional in chenille fabric sofa designed by Mario Bellini

Tacchini Le Mura sectional in chenille fabric sofa designed by Mario Bellini

By Mario Bellini, Tacchini

Located in Offenburg, Baden Wurthemberg

in 1972 famous architect Mario Bellini designed the Le Mura sectional sofa for Cassina. after 50 years, in 2022 , famous Italian manufacturer launched this re-edition, celebrating on...

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

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Fabric, Foam, Plywood

1970s Mario Bellini 3-Piece Bambole Sofa Set for B&B Italia
1970s Mario Bellini 3-Piece Bambole Sofa Set for B&B Italia

1970s Mario Bellini 3-Piece Bambole Sofa Set for B&B Italia

By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia

Located in Grand Cayman, KY

Discover the timeless Organic Modern elegance of the original 1970s Le Bambole Italian sofa set with beige woven wool upholstery in superb condition. A Mid-Century Modern Italian ma...

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1970s Italian Organic Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Seating

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Wool, Upholstery

Mario Bellini ‘Vol Au Vent’ Dining Chairs and Armchairs for B&B Italia
Mario Bellini ‘Vol Au Vent’ Dining Chairs and Armchairs for B&B Italia

Mario Bellini ‘Vol Au Vent’ Dining Chairs and Armchairs for B&B Italia

By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia

Located in Byron Bay, NSW

A refined set of original ‘Vol Au Vent’ dining chairs and armchairs designed by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia in the early 2000s. This elegant set includes six dining chairs and t...

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

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Leather

Tre Poltrone 'Amanta' di Mario Bellini Produzione B&B Italia Anni 70 in pelle
Tre Poltrone 'Amanta' di Mario Bellini Produzione B&B Italia Anni 70 in pelle

Tre Poltrone 'Amanta' di Mario Bellini Produzione B&B Italia Anni 70 in pelle

By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia

Located in Milano, IT

Tre poltrone modello 'Amanta' con struttura in materiale plastico, imbottitura in espanso e rivestimento in pelle, originale del periodo. Presentano alcuni segni del tempo come visib...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Seating

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Leather

CAB 412 Chairs by Mario Bellini for Cassina, Italy
CAB 412 Chairs by Mario Bellini for Cassina, Italy

CAB 412 Chairs by Mario Bellini for Cassina, Italy

By Cassina, Mario Bellini

Located in Antwerp, BE

Designed by Mario Bellini in 1977 for Cassina, the CAB chair is a masterpiece of Italian design. Each chair features a tubular steel frame enveloped in thick saddle leather, meticulo...

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

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Leather

Pouf Le Bambole in modern cotton upholstery by Mario Bellini for B&B Italy 1972
Pouf Le Bambole in modern cotton upholstery by Mario Bellini for B&B Italy 1972

Pouf Le Bambole in modern cotton upholstery by Mario Bellini for B&B Italy 1972

By Mario Bellini

Located in Arezzo, Italy

Footrest of Le Bambole series designed by Mario Bellini for C&B Italia, 1972 Polyurethane structure, bouclè cotton fabric, restored. Excellent conditions, the Bambole series won ...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Seating

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Fabric, Cotton, Rubber

Iconic Camaleonda Sofa by Mario Bellini – Newly Upholstered Black Cotton, 1973
Iconic Camaleonda Sofa by Mario Bellini – Newly Upholstered Black Cotton, 1973

Iconic Camaleonda Sofa by Mario Bellini – Newly Upholstered Black Cotton, 1973

By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia

Located in IT

This iconic Camaleonda Sofa, designed by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia in 1973, has been newly upholstered in luxurious 100% Italian black cotton fabric. The sofa features two pieces with a single armrest...

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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Mario Bellini Seating

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Cotton

Mario Bellini "CAB 413” Chairs for Cassina, Dark Green Leather, 1977, Set of 10
Mario Bellini "CAB 413” Chairs for Cassina, Dark Green Leather, 1977, Set of 10

Mario Bellini "CAB 413” Chairs for Cassina, Dark Green Leather, 1977, Set of 10

By Cassina, Mario Bellini

Located in Lonigo, Veneto

Mario Bellini "CAB 413" dining chairs for Cassina, Dark Green leather, Italy, 1977, set of ten. 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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Leather

Vintage 2 Seater Sofa Le Bambole by Mario Bellini produced by B&B ca. 1970s
Vintage 2 Seater Sofa Le Bambole by Mario Bellini produced by B&B ca. 1970s

Vintage 2 Seater Sofa Le Bambole by Mario Bellini produced by B&B ca. 1970s

By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini

Located in Geneva, CH

Vintage 2 seater sofa Le Bambole by Mario Bellini produced by B&B Italia ca. 1970s. Fully restored in light green water stop soft fabric. Signed underneath. Mario Bellini receiv...

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1970s Italian Other Vintage Mario Bellini Seating

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Fabric

Le Bambole armchair by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia, 2022
Le Bambole armchair by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia, 2022

Le Bambole armchair by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia, 2022

By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini

Located in Athens, Attiki

B&B Italia’s Le Bambola has received a radical redesign for its 50th anniversary by its original designer, Italian architect Mario Bellini. Le bambola was designed in 1972 and awarde...

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1970s Italian Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Seating

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Metal

Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" Sofa for B&B Italia, Taupe Alpaca, 1970, Set of 4
Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" Sofa for B&B Italia, Taupe Alpaca, 1970, Set of 4

Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" Sofa for B&B Italia, Taupe Alpaca, 1970, Set of 4

By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia

Located in Lonigo, Veneto

Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" modular sofa for B&B Italia, taupe alpaca wool, Italy, 1970, set of four "Camaleonda" is an icon, rediscovered. First designed in 1970 by Mario Bellin...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Seating

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Velvet, Plastic

Le Bambole modular sofa in cotton by Mario Bellini for B&B Italy 1972
Le Bambole modular sofa in cotton by Mario Bellini for B&B Italy 1972

Le Bambole modular sofa in cotton by Mario Bellini for B&B Italy 1972

By Mario Bellini

Located in Arezzo, Italy

Le Bambole 3 seater modular sofa designed by Mario Bellini for B&b Italia,70s Polyurethane padding, reupholstered in cotton fabric, excellent condition. The Bambole series won the C...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Seating

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Fabric

Mario Bellini “Camaleonda” Easy Chair for B&B Italia, Sand Beige Leather, 1970
Mario Bellini “Camaleonda” Easy Chair for B&B Italia, Sand Beige Leather, 1970

Mario Bellini “Camaleonda” Easy Chair for B&B Italia, Sand Beige Leather, 1970

By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia

Located in Lonigo, Veneto

Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" easy chair for B&B Italia, sand beige leather, Italy, 1970 “Camaleonda” is an icon, rediscovered. It was one of the truly modular sofa designs, evolvi...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Seating

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Leather

Mario Bellini Amanta Longue Chairs- 5 Pieces
Mario Bellini Amanta Longue Chairs- 5 Pieces

Mario Bellini Amanta Longue Chairs- 5 Pieces

$3,600Sale Price / set|20% Off

Mario Bellini Amanta Longue Chairs- 5 Pieces

By Mario Bellini

Located in Red Lion, PA

Vintage Amanta System chairs by Mario Bellini Can be 5 single chairs or modular B&B Needs reupholstered

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1960s Vintage Mario Bellini Seating

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Upholstery, Fiberglass

Mario Bellini Le Bambole Lounge Chair and Ottoman, Pair, B&B Italia
Mario Bellini Le Bambole Lounge Chair and Ottoman, Pair, B&B Italia

Mario Bellini Le Bambole Lounge Chair and Ottoman, Pair, B&B Italia

By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini

Located in Raleigh, NC

1970s Mario Bellini Bambole set newly upholstered, B&B Italia. A classic from the Italian designer with neutral patterned upholstery. Listed as a four piece set, 2 chairs, 2 pouf...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Seating

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Upholstery

Pair of Leather Model 412 CAb Cassina Chairs Mario Bellini Provenance Cass House
Pair of Leather Model 412 CAb Cassina Chairs Mario Bellini Provenance Cass House

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

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Steel

Le Piccole Tentazioni Mario Bellini Cassina
Le Piccole Tentazioni Mario Bellini Cassina

Le Piccole Tentazioni Mario Bellini Cassina

By Cassina, Mario Bellini

Located in Ghedi, IT

The "Piccola Tentazione" chair, designed by Mario Bellini for Cassina in 1973, embodies Italian modernist elegance with a seductive, inviting form. This Model 684 armchair features a...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Seating

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Fabric

Postmodern Design 401 BREAK Armchairs by Mario Bellini for Cassina, Italy 1980's
Postmodern Design 401 BREAK Armchairs by Mario Bellini for Cassina, Italy 1980's

Postmodern Design 401 BREAK Armchairs by Mario Bellini for Cassina, Italy 1980's

By Cassina, Mario Bellini

Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN

Vintage Postmodern Italian Design "401 BREAK" model Armchair set of 6 by Mario Bellini for Cassina. Made in Italy, 1980's period. Designed in 1976 by Mario Bellini. These are all in ...

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1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Seating

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Leather

Stunning natural leather Cab 413 dining chair by Mario Bellini for CASSINA Italy
Stunning natural leather Cab 413 dining chair by Mario Bellini for CASSINA Italy

Stunning natural leather Cab 413 dining chair by Mario Bellini for CASSINA Italy

By Mario Bellini

Located in Buggenhout, Oost-Vlaanderen

CAB 413 Dining Armchairs by Mario Bellini for Cassina Natural Leather Dining Armchairs This set of CAB 413 dining armchairs is an iconic design by Mario Bellini for Cassina, origina...

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

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Leather

Mid Century Modern Amanta Lounge Chair by Mario Bellini for B&B, Italy 1960s
Mid Century Modern Amanta Lounge Chair by Mario Bellini for B&B, Italy 1960s

Mid Century Modern Amanta Lounge Chair by Mario Bellini for B&B, Italy 1960s

By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia

Located in Beograd, RS

In this listing you will find an iconic "Amanta" lounge chair designed by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia. The 'Amanta' was produced as a modular piece so you can place the two together...

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Seating

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Fabric, Fiberglass

Two Italian Cognac Leather Lounge Chairs 413 - Bellini Design for Cassina, 1970s
Two Italian Cognac Leather Lounge Chairs 413 - Bellini Design for Cassina, 1970s

Two Italian Cognac Leather Lounge Chairs 413 - Bellini Design for Cassina, 1970s

By Mario Bellini, Cassina

Located in München, BY

Iconic Mid-Century Italian design: A pair of Cab 413 armchairs by Mario Bellini, designed in 1977 for Cassina in cognac-colored leather. A steel frame is wrapped in thick saddle leat...

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1970s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Seating

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Steel

Mario Bellini 412 "CAB" Chairs for Cassina, China Red Leather, 1978, Set of 8
Mario Bellini 412 "CAB" Chairs for Cassina, China Red Leather, 1978, Set of 8

Mario Bellini 412 "CAB" Chairs for Cassina, China Red Leather, 1978, Set of 8

By Cassina, Mario Bellini

Located in Lonigo, Veneto

Mario Bellini 412 "CAB" dining chairs for Cassina, China red leather, Italy, 1978, set of eight. One of the most iconic Bellini's creations, "CAB" i...

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

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Steel

Leather armchairs and sofa Mario Bellini model Le stelle for B&B Italia
Leather armchairs and sofa Mario Bellini model Le stelle for B&B Italia

Leather armchairs and sofa Mario Bellini model Le stelle for B&B Italia

By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini

Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes

Pair of 60s/70s armchairs by Italian designer Mario Bellini, published by B&B Italy, “La Stelle” model. Entirely in mustard yellow leather (original leather), this model is recogniza...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Seating

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Leather

“Camaleonda” Modular Sofa in 3 Segments by Mario Bellini for B&B, Italy 1971
“Camaleonda” Modular Sofa in 3 Segments by Mario Bellini for B&B, Italy 1971

“Camaleonda” Modular Sofa in 3 Segments by Mario Bellini for B&B, Italy 1971

By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia

Located in Utrecht, NL

The “Camaleonda” (Italian word play combining the words ‘chameleon’ and ‘wave’) sofa is Mario Bellini’s contemporary classic. The playful, modular design offers endless options for the user, which also inspired the model’s name. Camaleonda has passed through 5 decades of design history as a true icon. The modules of the sofa defined the aesthetics of an entire era of interior design, thanks to its great success both in terms of the public and critics. It is constantly featured in most international design museums and in the film sets that have defined the collective imagination. The elements that have made this sofa a contemporary classic are the individual modules, their original cutting patterns and the polyurethane padding that forms the characteristic capitonné (a style of upholstery in which the material is drawn in at intervals) design. The seven generous segments of the “Camaleonda” was manufactured with the innovative system of cables, hooks and rings created by Bellini in 1970, which defines the characteristic look and modularity. The fundamental characteristic of Camaleonda is its unlimited modularity, a geometric pattern that allows each element to become an enormous pixel through which to define your home environment. The seven modules’ versatility and the attached tie-rods and rings make it possible to create custom forms. Furthermore, the modules can be unhooked and recombined at will, allowing the sofa to adapt to an evolving taste and needs. A concept which is dear to Mario Bellini: “Of all the objects I have designed, Camaleonda is perhaps the best in terms of its sense of freedom. There are infinite numbers of possible configurations.” Condition: In good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use. The three pieces have all been reupholstered recently in a premium bouclé fabric. Each of our items can be re-upholstered by our in-house atelier in a fabric of choice. Please reach out for more information. Dimensions: 98.42 in W x 37.40 in D x 27.55 in H; Seat height 13.77 in 250 cm W x 95 cm D x 70 cm H; Seat height 35 cm Literature: Domus n. 523, giugno 1973, pubblicità; G. Gramigna, Repertorio del design italiano 1950 - 1980, Milano 1985, p. 341. About the designer: Mario Bellini (born February 1, 1935, Milan) is an internationally renowned Italian architect and designer. He received the Golden Compass Award eight times and the Medaglia d’Oro, that was conferred on him by the President of the Italian Republic. The MoMA in New York already dedicated a personal retrospective exhibition to him in 1987. At the time the museum already included 25 of his works in its permanent collection, including a remarkable set of Olivetti machines as well as the furniture for B&B and Cassina. He graduated from the Milan Polytechnic - Faculty of Architecture in 1959 and began working as an architect himself in the early 1960s. Like many other Italian architects, his activities range from architecture and urban planning to product and furniture design. His career as a product and furniture designer began in 1963, and from 1963 to 1991 he was chief design consultant for Olivetti. For many years he designed furnishing products and systems for B&B Italia and Cassina, TV sets for Brionvega, and hi-fi systems, headphones and electric organs...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Seating

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Metal

Mario Bellini Le Bambole Two Seater Sofa for B&B Italia, Light Grey Canvas, 1976
Mario Bellini Le Bambole Two Seater Sofa for B&B Italia, Light Grey Canvas, 1976

Mario Bellini Le Bambole Two Seater Sofa for B&B Italia, Light Grey Canvas, 1976

By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia

Located in Vicenza, IT

Le Bambole two-seat sofa designed by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia in 1972 and produced in Italy in 1976. Known as the Bibambola, the two-seat version is part of the celebrated L...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Seating

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Canvas, Cotton, Foam

Mario Bellini “CAB 413” Dining Chairs for Cassina, Blue Leather, Set of 4
Mario Bellini “CAB 413” Dining Chairs for Cassina, Blue Leather, Set of 4

Mario Bellini “CAB 413” Dining Chairs for Cassina, Blue Leather, Set of 4

By Mario Bellini, Cassina

Located in Lonigo, Veneto

Mario Bellini “CAB 413” dining chair for Cassina, blue leather, designed 1977, set of four The "CAB" is the world's first free-standing cowhide design chair, informed by the relatio...

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

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Steel

1990s Vitra Figura Cantilever Chair, Design by Mario Bellini, Object X, Metal
1990s Vitra Figura Cantilever Chair, Design by Mario Bellini, Object X, Metal

1990s Vitra Figura Cantilever Chair, Design by Mario Bellini, Object X, Metal

By Vitra, Mario Bellini

Located in Neuenkirchen, NI

1990s Vitra Figura Cantilever Chair, Design by Mario Bellini, Object X, Metal & Fabric Object: Cantilever Chair Manufacturer: Vitra Condition: Good Age: Circa 1990 Dimensions: ...

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1990s Mario Bellini Seating

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Metal

Mario Bellini Camaleonda Sofa for B&B Italia, Sky Blue Velvet, 1972, Set of 3
Mario Bellini Camaleonda Sofa for B&B Italia, Sky Blue Velvet, 1972, Set of 3

Mario Bellini Camaleonda Sofa for B&B Italia, Sky Blue Velvet, 1972, Set of 3

By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia

Located in Vicenza, IT

Set of three Camaleonda modular sofa elements with backrest, designed by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia and produced in Italy in the 1970s. This iconic seating system is one of th...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Seating

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Velvet, Foam

Mario Bellini Bambole lounge chair B&B Italia 1972
Mario Bellini Bambole lounge chair B&B Italia 1972

Mario Bellini Bambole lounge chair B&B Italia 1972

By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini

Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant

Iconic Bambole lounge chair and poof designed by Mario Bellini and manufactured by B&B Italia in 1972. The Le Bambole collection marked a breakthrough i...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Seating

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Bouclé

Mario Bellini Amanta B&B Italia Modular Sofa Four Seats in Fabric Italy 1970
Mario Bellini Amanta B&B Italia Modular Sofa Four Seats in Fabric Italy 1970

Mario Bellini Amanta B&B Italia Modular Sofa Four Seats in Fabric Italy 1970

By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia

Located in Almelo, NL

Mario Bellini Amanta B&B Italia Modular Sofa/ Four Seats, Italy 1970s Looking for a grand and comfortable sofa that can accommodate your entire family? Look no further than the "A...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Seating

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Fabric, Fiberglass

Cab 412 Chairs by Mario Bellini for Cassina, Set of Six
Cab 412 Chairs by Mario Bellini for Cassina, Set of Six

Cab 412 Chairs by Mario Bellini for Cassina, Set of Six

By Cassina, Mario Bellini

Located in Renens, CH

Set of six 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 ski...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Seating

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Metal

Mario Bellini Camaleonda Sofa for B&B Italia, Sky Blue Velvet, 1972, Set of 5
Mario Bellini Camaleonda Sofa for B&B Italia, Sky Blue Velvet, 1972, Set of 5

Mario Bellini Camaleonda Sofa for B&B Italia, Sky Blue Velvet, 1972, Set of 5

By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia

Located in Vicenza, IT

Set of five Camaleonda modular sofa elements with backrest, designed by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia and produced in Italy in the 1970s. This iconic seating system is one of the mos...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Seating

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Velvet, Foam

Mario Bellini Cab Chair
Mario Bellini Cab Chair

Mario Bellini Cab Chair

By Mario Bellini

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Mario Bellini cab chair manufactured by Cassina Italy, circa 1970’s Buttery soft Oxblood leather Light surface markings on the seat Perfectly ...

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1970s Italian Vintage Mario Bellini Seating

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Leather

Mario Bellini Le Bambole Lounge Chairs, B&B Italia, 1970s
Mario Bellini Le Bambole Lounge Chairs, B&B Italia, 1970s

Mario Bellini Le Bambole Lounge Chairs, B&B Italia, 1970s

By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini

Located in Lewes, East Sussex

A beautiful pair of Mario Bellini Le Bambole lounge chairs, newly upholstered in a premium brown / grey 100% Alpaca fabric, produced by B&B Italia...

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

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Alpaca

"Piccola Tentazione" Armchair by Mario Bellini for Cassina
"Piccola Tentazione" Armchair by Mario Bellini for Cassina

"Piccola Tentazione" Armchair by Mario Bellini for Cassina

By Mario Bellini, Cassina

Located in Dallas, TX

The "Piccola Tentazione" chair, designed by Mario Bellini for Cassina in 1973, embodies Italian modernist elegance with a seductive, inviting form. This Model 684 armchair features a...

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1980s Post-Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Seating

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Steel

Set of Two “Le Bambole” Lounge Chairs by Mario Bellini
Set of Two “Le Bambole” Lounge Chairs by Mario Bellini

Set of Two “Le Bambole” Lounge Chairs by Mario Bellini

By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini

Located in Antwerpen, BE

Iconic set of two vintage “Le Bambole” lounge chairs designed by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia in the 1970s. Celebrated for their revolutionary approach to comfort and form, the Le B...

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1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Mario Bellini Seating

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Textile

Mario Bellini "CAB 412” Chairs for Cassina, Hazelnut Leather, 1978, Set of 2
Mario Bellini "CAB 412” Chairs for Cassina, Hazelnut Leather, 1978, Set of 2

Mario Bellini "CAB 412” Chairs for Cassina, Hazelnut Leather, 1978, Set of 2

By Mario Bellini, Cassina

Located in Lonigo, Veneto

Mario Bellini "CAB 412" dining chair for Cassina, hazelnut leather, Italy, 1978, set of two. The "CAB" is the world's first free-standing cowhide design chair, informed by the relat...

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

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Leather

2000s Pair of Mario Bellini 401 Break Arm Dining Chairs for Cassina in Leather
2000s Pair of Mario Bellini 401 Break Arm Dining Chairs for Cassina in Leather

2000s Pair of Mario Bellini 401 Break Arm Dining Chairs for Cassina in Leather

By Mario Bellini

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a pair of 401 Break Arm Dining Chairs, originally designed by Mario Bellini for Cassina. These particular examples were produced in Italy in the 2000s. The design features Be...

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Early 2000s Italian Modern Mario Bellini Seating

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Metal

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

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

LUXURY RESTORED 1977 MARIO BELLINI FOR MATTEO GRASSI CAB 412 DESK / DiNING CHAIR
LUXURY RESTORED 1977 MARIO BELLINI FOR MATTEO GRASSI CAB 412 DESK / DiNING CHAIR

LUXURY RESTORED 1977 MARIO BELLINI FOR MATTEO GRASSI CAB 412 DESK / DiNING CHAIR

By Mario Bellini, Matteo Grassi

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this very rare fully restored vintage 1977 Mario Bellini for Matteo Grassi Cab 412 desk or dining chair Ple...

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1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Seating

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Leather

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

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

By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini

Located in Lewes, East Sussex

A beautiful Mario Bellini Le Bambole lounge chair, newly upholstered in a premium brown / grey 100% Alpaca fabric, produced by B&B Italia, Italy in ...

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

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Alpaca

B&B Italia Mario Bellini Amanta Italian design modular sofa in velvet
B&B Italia Mario Bellini Amanta Italian design modular sofa in velvet

B&B Italia Mario Bellini Amanta Italian design modular sofa in velvet

By Mario Bellini

Located in BARCELONA, ES

Italian Design Icon: "Amanta" Modular Sofa by Mario Bellini Elevate your living space with one of the most emblematic pieces of 20th-century furniture design. Originally designed in ...

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1970s Italian Vintage Mario Bellini Seating

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Velvet, Fiberglass

Mario Bellini "CAB 412” Chairs for Cassina, Hazelnut Leather, 1978, Set of 6
Mario Bellini "CAB 412” Chairs for Cassina, Hazelnut Leather, 1978, Set of 6

Mario Bellini "CAB 412” Chairs for Cassina, Hazelnut Leather, 1978, Set of 6

By Mario Bellini, Cassina

Located in Lonigo, Veneto

Mario Bellini "CAB 412" dining chairs for Cassina, hazelnut leather, Italy, 1978, set of six. The "CAB" is the world's first free-standing cowhide design chair, informed by the rela...

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

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Leather

Mario Bellini "CAB 413” Chairs for Cassina, Bordeaux Leather, 1977, Set of 8
Mario Bellini "CAB 413” Chairs for Cassina, Bordeaux Leather, 1977, Set of 8

Mario Bellini "CAB 413” Chairs for Cassina, Bordeaux Leather, 1977, Set of 8

By Cassina, Mario Bellini

Located in Lonigo, Veneto

Mario Bellini "CAB 413" dining chairs for Cassina, Bordeaux leather, Italy, 1977, set of eight. 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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Leather

Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" Sofa for B&B Italia, Taupe Alpaca, 1970's, Set of 2
Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" Sofa for B&B Italia, Taupe Alpaca, 1970's, Set of 2

Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" Sofa for B&B Italia, Taupe Alpaca, 1970's, Set of 2

By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia

Located in Lonigo, Veneto

Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" modular sofa for B&B Italia, taupe alpaca velvet, Italy, 1970's, set of 2 "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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Velvet, Plastic

Mario Bellini “CAB 413” Chairs for Cassina, Russian Red Leather, Set of 8
Mario Bellini “CAB 413” Chairs for Cassina, Russian Red Leather, Set of 8

Mario Bellini “CAB 413” Chairs for Cassina, Russian Red Leather, Set of 8

By Cassina, Mario Bellini

Located in Lonigo, Veneto

Mario Bellini “CAB 413” dining chairs for Cassina, russian red leather, Italy, set of eight The "CAB" is the world's first free-standing cowhide design chair, informed by the relati...

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

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Leather

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.