Mario Bellini Sofas
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
Camaleonda Modular Sofa by Mario Bellini, Italy 70s, White Bouclé Reupholstered
By Mario Bellini
Located in Madrid, ES
Camaleonda modular sofa designed by Mario Bellini (1935) for C&B Italia in 1972. Composed of 4 large modular seats with backrest, 3 small modular seats with backrest, 1 small module without backrest and 1 shoe remover chair. White bouclé wool upholstery.
Measurements of large seats (5): W 96 x D 96 x H 40/65 cm.
Measures small seats...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Sofas
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Bouclé, Wood
Mario Bellini "Le Bambole" Sofa with Ottoman for B&B Italia, 1971
By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Mario Bellini “Le Bambole” two-seater sofa with ottoman for B&B Italia, lapin fur, Italy, 1971.
This timeless Postmodern design icon came into being between 1970 and 1972. The searc...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Sofas
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Fur, Foam
Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" Sofa for B&B Italia, Blue Velvet, 1970, Set of 4
By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" modular sofa for B&B Italia, blue velvet, Italy, 1970, four elements.
"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 Sofas
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Leather, Plastic
Mario Bellini “Camaleonda” Sofa for B&B Italia, Blue Velvet, 1970, Set of 3
By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" sofa for B&B Italia, blue petrol velvet, Italy, 1970, set of three.
“Camaleonda” is an icon, rediscovered. It was one of the truly modular sofa designs, e...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Sofas
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Velvet, Wood
1970s Mario Bellini for Cassina Tentazione Loveseat
By Cassina, Mario Bellini
Located in Miami, FL
1970s Mario Bellini for Cassina Tentazione loveseat, in a beautiful linen upholstery from renowned textile brand, Elitis. A true classic of midcen...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Sofas
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Linen
Mario Bellini two sofas Model "Le Bambole" for B&B Italia, Italy, 1970s
By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini
Located in Chiavari, Liguria
Pair of fabric sofas, from the Le Bambole series, designed by Mario Bellini in 1972, Italian production, bearing the B&B brand.
The 1970s marked a period of significant cultural and...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Sofas
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Fabric, Bouclé
Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" Sofa for B&B Italia, Black Leather 1970, Set of 2
By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" modular sofa for B&B Italia, black leather, Italy, 1970, two elements.
"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 Sofas
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Leather, Plastic
Modular Sofa "Camaleonda", Design Mario Bellini for B&B, Italy, 1970
By Mario Bellini
Located in Napoli, IT
Modular sofa "Camaleonda", covered with original striped velvet fabric, design Mario Bellini for B&B, Italy 1970.
The modular elements with which the sofa was made can be used freel...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Sofas
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Velvet, Wood
Mario Bellini “Camaleonda” Sofa for B&B Italia, Rust Brown, 1970, Set of 4
By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" modular sofa for B&B Italia, rust brown velvet, Italy, 1970, set of four.
“Camaleonda” is an icon, rediscovered. It was one of the truly modular sofa desi...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Sofas
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Velvet
Mario Bellini Red Cotton Camaleonda Modular Sofa for B&B Italia, 1972, Set of 5
By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia
Located in Vicenza, IT
“Camaleonda” sofa, in red cotton upholstery, designed by Mario Bellini and manufactured by B&B Italia in 1972.
Fully restored and reupholstered in Italy.
The sofa is very comfo...
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1970s Italian Space Age Vintage Mario Bellini Sofas
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Velvet, Foam, Cotton
Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" Sofa for B&B Italia, Blue Velvet, 1970, Set of 9
By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" modular sofa for B&B Italia, blue velvet, Italy, 1970, nine elements.
"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 Sofas
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Leather, Plastic
Mario Bellini Taupe “Le Bambole” 2 Seater Sofa for B&B Italia, 1976, Set of 2
By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini
Located in Vicenza, IT
Set of 2 “Bibambola” sofa designed by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia.
Original vintage version from 1976, recently reupholstered by the previous owner with a light grey fabric.
This ...
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1970s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Sofas
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Cotton, Foam
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 Sofas
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Metal
$10,291 / item
Mario Bellini C&B 'Camaleonda' Lounge Chair in original velvet (First Edition)
By Mario Bellini, C&B Italia
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 Sofas
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Metal
Mario Bellini, Duc-Duc three-seater sofa
By Mario Bellini, Cassina
Located in Baranzate, IT
Duc-Duc model sofa 405 13. Fabric upholstery. Cassina production, Meda 1976.
Bibliography: Giuliana Gramigna, Repertory 1950/1980 p. 425
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1970s Italian Vintage Mario Bellini Sofas
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Fabric
Mid-Century Modern Sofa Model Le Bambole by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia, 1970s
By Mario Bellini
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Sofa Model Le Bambole by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia,1970s - New Upholstery
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Sofas
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Fabric
Mid Century by Mario Bellini Italian Camaleonda White Bouclé Fabric Modular Sofa
By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini
Located in Madrid, ES
Exceptional original sofa designed by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia in 1972, composed of 6 modular seatings with its backrest and a foot stool.
Composed of:
- Six large seatings with...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Sofas
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Fabric, Wool, Wood
Bibambola Sofa Designed by Mario Bellini Upholstered With Colored Arty fabric
By Mario Bellini
Located in Madrid, ES
Mario Bellini Bibambole Sofa in White Bouclé for B&B Italia, 1970s, Signed
Iconic Bibambole modular sofa designed by Italian architect Mario Bellini (b. 1935) for B&B Italia. This o...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Sofas
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Cotton, Wood
Colorful Four-Piece Camaleonda Leather Sofa by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia.
By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vibrant and iconic four-piece Camaleonda modular sofa designed by Mario Bellini in the 1970's, manufactured by B&B Italia, Italy. This rare version features four individual sections,...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mario Bellini Sofas
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Leather
Le Bambole Leather pouf foot rest Design Mario Bellini 1978 for B&B Italia
By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia
Located in Offenburg, Baden Wurthemberg
Le Bambole leather pouf or foot rest, designed by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia.
Price for the foot rest only ! The Le Bambole Sofas are available i...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Post-Modern Mario Bellini Sofas
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Leather, Foam
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 Sofas
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Velvet
$21,900 Sale Price
40% Off
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 Sofas
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Faux Fur, Foam
Mario Bellini "Tentazione" Leather Sofa or Loveseat for Cassina, 1970s
By Cassina, Mario Bellini
Located in The Hague, NL
This lounge two-seat sofa or loveseat designed by Mario Bellini for Cassina manufacture in 1970s period, Italy.
Model No: 685,
Creme color leather original upholstery, steel frame ...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Sofas
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Steel
932 Mario Bellini Cassina, 1964
By Mario Bellini
Located in Arezzo, Italy
Sofa 932 by Mario Bellini for Cassina, 1964.
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1960s Italian Vintage Mario Bellini Sofas
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Animal Skin
$18,547 / item
"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 Sofas
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Leather
"Le Bambole" by Mario Bellini for C&B Italia Leather Sofa, 1970s
By C&B Italia, Mario Bellini
Located in Byron Bay, NSW
Set of two also sold separately.
Mario Bellini for C&B Italia, 'Le Bambole' sofa, brown patinated leather, Italy, 1972. This piece is one of the very rare prototypes or early editio...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Sofas
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Leather
Orange Cord Camaleonda Sofa by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia, Original
By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini
Located in Grand Cayman, KY
Original early B&B Italia Organic Modern 2-piece Camaleonda sectional sofa by Mario Bellini in orange cord fabric. Consists of two lounge chairs of the largest 3x3 format in the ...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Organic Modern Mario Bellini Sofas
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Fabric, Cord, Foam, Plywood
$14,309 Sale Price / set
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Early Mario Bellini “Amanta” Sofa
By C&B Italia, Mario Bellini
Located in Chicago, IL
by C&B Italia c. 1968 and fully restored in leather. This piece has been signed + dated by the manufacturing team. The original maker’s insignia is also present on each piece. The fi...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Sofas
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Leather, Fiberglass
$6,120 Sale Price
20% Off
"Le Bambole" Sofa by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia, 1970s
By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia
Located in bruxelles, BE
Sofa in red fabric, model: Le Bambole by Mario Bellini. Seat height: 42 cm. Stamped B&B Italia and with all original documents. Very good condition. Wear due to time and age.
For shi...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Sofas
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Fabric
Mario Bellini “Camaleonda” Sofa for B&B Italia, Blue Velvet, 1970, Set of 2
By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" modular sofa for B&B Italia, blue petrol velvet, Italy, 1970, set of two.
“Camaleonda” is an icon, rediscovered. It was one of the truly modular sofa desi...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Sofas
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Velvet, Wood
C&B Gold Camaleonda Modules
By C&B Italia, Mario Bellini
Located in London, England
Modular in nature, this set of three Camaleonda units can be arranged in any position.
Backs and arms can be sourced and attached via cordage, which hooks to the metal 'o's used as d...
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Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Mario Bellini Sofas
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Steel
$5,257 / item
Mario Bellini “Camaleonda” Sofa for B&B Italia, Rust Brown, 1970, Set of 8
By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" modular sofa for B&B Italia, rust brown velvet, Italy, 1970, set of eight.
“Camaleonda” is an icon, rediscovered. It was one of the truly modular sofa...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Sofas
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Velvet
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 Sofas
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Wool, Upholstery
Mario Bellini "Le Bambole" Sofa for B&B Italia, 1971, Set of 2
By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Mario Bellini “Le Bambole” sofa for B&B Italia, Mongolian faux-fur, Italy, 1971, set of two.
This is a timeless Postmodern design icon. The starting point was a shopping bag contain...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Sofas
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Faux Fur, Foam
Mid Century Modern 405 Duc Sofa by Mario Bellini for Cassina in Plum Leather
By Mario Bellini
Located in Chicago, IL
Mid Century Modern 405 Duc Sofa by Mario Bellini for Cassina in Plum Leather
Beautiful Italian mid century modern 3 seat plum/eg...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Mario Bellini Sofas
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Leather
Model Amanta Modular Sofa by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia, 1970s - set of 2
By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Set of mid century model 'Amanta' sofa's/lounge chairs designed by Mario Bellini for C&B Italia.
Space age design classic that never gets old.
Newly reupholstered in black fabric.
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1970s Italian Space Age Vintage Mario Bellini Sofas
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Fabric
White Modular Sofa Model Camaleonda Designed By Mario Bellini. Italy 1970
By Mario Bellini
Located in Madrid, ES
Discover unparalleled comfort and versatility with the iconic Camaleonda Modular Sofa, a timeless masterpiece designed by Mario Bellini for C&B Italia in 1972. Crafted to perfection,...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Sofas
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Bouclé
Divano vintage anni 70 "Tentazione" design Mario Bellini per Cassina
By Cassina, Mario Bellini
Located in None, IT
Divano a tre posti con struttura in legno e rivestimento in tessuto beige, modello “Tentazione” disegnato da Mario Bellini per Cassina, anni ’70.
CONDIZIONE:
In buone condizioni, po...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Sofas
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Fabric, Wood
$6,892 Sale Price
20% Off
1980s Tentazione Two-Seater Sofa / Settee by Mario Bellini for Cassina Model 685
By Cassina, Mario Bellini
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Tentazione two-seater sofa, model 685, originally designed by Mario Bellini for Cassina in 1973. Its frame is made of steel, and the seat and back are formed from pliant mo...
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1980s Italian Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Sofas
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Steel
Mario Bellini, Le Bambole, Sofa, B&B Italia, 1970s
By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Introducing the Le Bambole sofa by renowned designer Mario Bellini, upholstered in luxurious bouclé fabric, an exquisite addition to elevate any interior space. With its sleek lines ...
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1970s Italian Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Sofas
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Bouclé
"Le Stelle" Loveseat Sofa by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia
By Knoll, Mario Bellini, B&B Italia
Located in Los Angeles, CA
"Le Stelle" loveseat sofa by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia, Italy, circa 1970s. Newly reupholstered in white Knoll boucle, the sofa features angled arm rests and Bellini's signature z...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Post-Modern Mario Bellini Sofas
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Bouclé
Mid-Century Modern Bambole Sofa by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia, Cognac Leather
By Mario Bellini
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern sofa Model Le Bambole by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia, Cognac Leather, 1970s- 2 available
Sold individually.
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Sofas
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Leather
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 large modular seats with backrest, 3 small modular seats with backrest and 1 shoe remove...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Sofas
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Fabric, Wool, Bouclé, Wood
Mario Bellini for B&B Italia 'Le Bambole' Loveseat. Italy , 1972
By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This comfortable Flowers fabric settee is bulky and playful, shaped as if it is merely a large cushion and the accompanying feeling is the same. It is designed by Mario Bellini and w...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Sofas
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Fabric, Foam
Mario Bellini B&B Italia Camaleonda White Bouclé Fabric Modular Sofa 3 Seater
By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia
Located in Ibiza, Spain
Modular sofa Camaleonda model designed by Mario Bellini (1935) for B&B Italy in 1972. Composed of 3 large modular seats with support. White Bouclé wool upholstery.
Large seats measures (3): W 96...
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Mario Bellini Sofas
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Bouclé, Wood
Mario Bellini Midcentury Modern Brown Velvet Pianura Armchair for Cassina, 1970
By Mario Bellini, Cassina
Located in Vicenza, IT
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.
Excellent...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Sofas
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Foam, Walnut, Velvet
Mario Bellini "Le Bambole" Sofa for B&B Italia, Black Lapin Fur, 1971
By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Mario Bellini “Le Bambole” sofa for B&B Italia, black lapin fur, Italy, 1971.
This timeless Postmodern design icon came into being between 1970 and 1972. The search for a new shape ...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Sofas
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Foam, Fur
Mario Bellini Taupe “Le Bambole” Two-Seater Sofa for B&B Italia, 1976
By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini
Located in Vicenza, IT
“Bibambola” sofa designed by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia.
Original vintage version from 1976, recently reupholstered by the previous owner with a light grey fabric.
This comfortab...
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1970s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Sofas
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Cotton, Foam
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 Sofas
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Bouclé, Plastic
Mario Bellini Midcentury Brown Velvet Pianura Living Room Set for Cassina, 1970
By Mario Bellini, Cassina
Located in Vicenza, IT
Pianura sectional sofa, designed by Mario Bellini and manufactured by the Italian brand Cassina in 1970.
The set is composed of a three seater sofa and two lounge chairs.
It featur...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Sofas
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Velvet, Foam, Walnut
Radical Italian Sofa Le Stelle by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia, 1970
By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia
Located in Conversano, IT
Designed by Mario Bellini and produced by B&B Italia in the late 1970s, Le Stelle is one of the most emblematic creations of Italian design from that decade, an expression of the formal and technological research that defined the celebrated partnership between Bellini and the Novedrate-based company. The sofa stands out for its fluid and enveloping silhouette, built on a supporting structure in iron and steel that holds a cold-moulded polyurethane foam and Dacron® fibre padding—cutting-edge materials developed by B&B Italia in collaboration with its internal research centre during the golden age of Italian industrial design. Its profile, both soft and architectural, opens in a visual embrace: the inclined armrests unfold outward like wings, while the curved backrest and generous cushions define a deep, informal comfort. The name Le Stelle evokes a cosmic dimension, typical of Bellini’s poetic and experimental language, who at the time conceived the sofa as a microcosm of form, function and material. The upholstery is the original period fabric, an elasticised textile with diagonal stripes in shades of pink and salmon—a rare and refined chromatic combination that has preserved its authenticity. The original B&B Italia label, still present beneath the seat, certifies its provenance and the patented materials (Lycra®, Polysoft®, Dacron®), offering direct testimony to the company’s technological philosophy. Beyond its aesthetic value, Le Stelle represents a historical document of Italian radical design, where comfort and experimentation coexist in perfect balance. This example, preserved in its original integrity, is a true collector’s piece for enthusiasts and connoisseurs of 20th-century design, as well as a sculptural and poetic presence in any contemporary interior. It shows minimal signs of age, such as a few lateral marks, documented in the photographs and removable with a specific treatment, but is generally in excellent vintage condition.
Product Name: Le Stelle Sofa...
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1970s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Sofas
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Iron
Mario Bellini “Camaleonda” Sofa for B&B Italia, Dark Brown, 1970, Set of 4
By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" modular sofa for B&B Italia, dark brown leather, Italy, 1970, set of four.
“Camaleonda” is an icon, rediscovered. It was one of the truly modular sofa...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Sofas
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Leather
Mario Bellini “Le Bambole” Easy Chairs for B&B Italia, Black, 1971, Set of 2
By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Mario Bellini “Le Bambole” easy chairs for B&B Italia, black leather, Italy, 1971, set of two.
The search for a new shape for upholstered furniture: all parts are shaped like a larg...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Sofas
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Leather, Foam
B&B Italia Camaleonda Modular Sofas and Matching Ottomans
By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia
Located in Basildon, London
Introducing the iconic Camaleonda Modular Sofas and Matching Ottomans by B&B Italia - a masterpiece of modern design and comfort. Crafted with high quality materials, this set fe...
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Late 20th Century Italian Modern Mario Bellini Sofas
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Fabric, Foam
Divano Le tentazioni di Mario Bellini per Cassina
By Cassina, Mario Bellini
Located in Ghedi, IT
Divano “Le Tentazioni” a due posti, modello 685, disegnato da Mario Bellini per Cassina nel 1973, capolavoro del design italiano che incarna la rivoluzione organica degli anni ’70: u...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Sofas
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Fabric
Mario Bellini “Camaleonda” Sofa for B&B Italia, Dark Brown, 1970, Set of 2
By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" modular sofa for B&B Italia, dark brown leather, Italy, 1970, set of two.
“Camaleonda” is an icon, rediscovered. It was one of the truly modular sofa ...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Sofas
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Leather
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 Sofas
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Leather
Mario Bellini C&B 'Camaleonda' modular sofa in original velvet (First Edition)
By C&B Italia, Mario Bellini
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 Sofas
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Metal
Mario Bellini, Duc-Duc two-seater sofa
By Cassina, Mario Bellini
Located in Baranzate, IT
Duc-Duc model sofa 405 12. Fabric upholstery. Cassina production, Meda 1976.
Bibliography: Giuliana Gramigna, Repertory 1950/1980 p. 425
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1970s Italian Vintage Mario Bellini Sofas
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Fabric
1980s Mario Bellini for Cassina Black Leather Software Tilbury Sofa
By Cassina, Mario Bellini
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a circa 1980s production Tilbury three seat sofa (part of the Software collection), designed by Mario Bellini and produced by Cassina in Italy. This example is one of a few s...
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1980s Italian Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Sofas
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Leather, Fabric, Plastic, Foam
Mario Bellini sofas for sale on 1stDibs.
Mario Bellini sofas are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of fabric and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Mario Bellini sofas, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original sofas 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 sofas by B&B Italia, Afra & Tobia Scarpa, and Giancarlo Piretti. Prices for Mario Bellini sofas can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $3,520 and can go as high as $32,956, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $12,056.
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Questions About Mario Bellini Sofas
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023Whether 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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