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
Mario Bellini for B&B Italia Camaleonda Mid Century Leather Sectional Sofa
By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia
Located in Countryside, IL
Mario Bellini for B&B Italia Camaleonda Mid Century Leather Sectional Sofa
This sofa measures: 113 wide x 78 deep x 26 inches high, with a seat height of 14 and arm height of 21.5 i...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Sofas
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Leather, Wood
Set of 2 Camaleonda armchairs and pouf by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia, 1970s
By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia
Located in taranto, IT
Set of 3 modular elements of the world-famous "Camaleonda" by Mario Bellini, for B&B Italia, a timeless iconic piece that revolutionized the design of the 1970s, in this version, con...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Sofas
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Fabric
Mario Bellini for B&B Italia Camaleonda Sofa and Ottoman - Set of 4
By Mario Bellini
Located in New York, NY
Vintage authentic Mario Bellini for B&B Italia Camaleonda sofa; a designer classic.
Modular design includes three seating pieces and one ottoman.
The ottoman was reconstructed to match the existing original seating modules.
Includes three spherical pillows.
Total reupholstery required.
3 Seat Sections, dimensions per piece:
D: 37.75"
H: 26"
W: 37.75"
Arm height: 21"
Seat height: 15.75
Overall width of three seat sections together: 113"
1 Ottoman Section...
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Late 20th Century Italian Modern Mario Bellini Sofas
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Bouclé
Le Bambole 3-seater Modular Sofa by Mario Bellni for B&B Italia, 1970s
By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia
Located in amstelveen, NL
Le Bambole sectional sofa, Mario Bellini, honey color wool, B&B Italia
The Le Bambole is an iconic piece of Italian design. It was awarded the 1979 'Compasso d'Oro' award. An exampl...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Sofas
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Wool
Camaleonda Sofa in Velvet by Mario Bellini for C&B Italia
By Mario Bellini
Located in Antwerpen, BE
**Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" Modular Sofa Set – C&B Italia**
Designed by **Mario Bellini** and produced by **C&B Italia**, this **Camaleonda** modular sofa set is an iconic piece ...
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1970s Italian Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Sofas
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Fabric
'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 Sofas
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Leather
"Camaleonda" Sofa modular by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia, 1970s
By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia
Located in bruxelles, BE
Sofa in green fabric. There are 4 large pieces and an ottoman. Seat height: 35 cm. Dimensions of one piece: H: 65 cm W: 93 cm D: 93 cm
Dimensions of the ottoman : H : 35 cm W : 93 cm...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Sofas
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Fabric
Mario Bellini Le Bambole Sofa, Upholstered in Alpaca, B&B Italia, 1970s
By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini
Located in LEWES, GB
A beautiful Mario Bellini Le Bambole sofa, produced by B&B Italia, Italy in the 1970s, newly upholstered in a beautifully soft premium, taupe, pure alpaca fabric. Marked on the under...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Mario Bellini Sofas
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Alpaca
Mario Bellini Le Bambole ’07 Sofa B&B Italia in Red Wool, Removable Cover
By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia
Located in Zagreb, HR
Le Bambole by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia is a design icon of the seventies.
Offered for sale is a 2-seat sofa, 2007 edition with removable cover in beautiful red wool fabric
The ...
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Early 2000s Italian Mid-Century Modern Mario Bellini Sofas
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Fabric, Foam
Mario Bellini for C&B Italia 'Camaleonda' Modular Sofa, 1970
By Mario Bellini, C&B Italia
Located in New York, NY
'Camaleonda' modular sofa, designed by Mario Bellini, for C&B Italia, 1970.
The structure is constructed of wood and upholstery in fabric.
Original label. Prod. C&B, Italia, Noved...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Sofas
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Fabric, Wood
Le Bambole Sofa by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia 1980s
By Mario Bellini
Located in Astoria, NY
Le Bambole Loveseat by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia, 1970s. This iconic sofa is made of a thick buffalo brown leather - polyurethane foam interior with metal frame.
In good vintage c...
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Mario Bellini Sofas
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Leather
1970s Mario Bellini for Cassina Tentazione Loveseat
By Cassina, Mario Bellini
Located in Miami, FL
Looking for a statement piece that's as stylish as it is comfortable Check out our 1970s Mario Bellini for Cassina Tentazione loveseat, in a luxuri...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Sofas
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Linen
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 Sofas
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Upholstery
Mario Bellini, Tentazione Sofa, Fabric, Italy, 1973
By Mario Bellini
Located in High Point, NC
A fabric "Tentazione" sofa or loveseat designed by Mario Bellini in 1973 and produced by Cassina, c. 1970s.
Dimensions: 29.5” H x 60” W x 33” D
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1970s Italian Vintage Mario Bellini Sofas
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Fabric
Original 932-Quartet Leather Sectional Sofa by Mario Bellini for Cassina, 1964
By Cassina, Mario Bellini
Located in Los Angeles, CA
It doesn't get much cooler than this early year (original) collectors set of the model-932 'Quartet' sectional by Mario Bellini for Cassina. Released in 1964, this example has incredible thick leather hides in a gorgeous patinated cognac color.
The leather is remarkable, and with the perfect amount of patina that you want to see - for those leather lovers out there, don't hesitate to buy this Bellini 932...
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1960s Italian Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Sofas
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Leather, Canvas
Camaleonda Sofa 8 modules + Ottoman by M. Bellini for C&B Italia, Italy 1970s
By Mario Bellini, C&B Italia
Located in Roma, IT
Mario Bellini, Camaleonda Sofa Set 8 modules+ottoman, realized for C&B, first series 1970 ca.
Original C&B Label.
Wood, Metal and Leather
Height: 65cm
Width: 95cm
Depth: 95 cm
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1970s Italian Vintage Mario Bellini Sofas
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Leather
"Camaleonda" Sofa by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia, 1970s
By Mario Bellini
Located in Waasmunster, BE
The Camaleonda is a classic modular sofa designed by Mario Bellini in 1970. Known for its distinctive, soft, and curvilinear forms, the sofa features a unique structure that allows f...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Sofas
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Velvet
Le Bambole Sofa In Original Mohair Velvet By Mario Bellini For B&B Italia, 1970s
By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia
Located in ABCOUDE, UT
Beautiful Le Bambole sofa in original thick mohair/ alpaca velvet in dark brown designed by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia in the 1970s.
This beautiful edition comes in its original ...
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1970s Vintage Mario Bellini Sofas
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Velvet
Tacchini Le Mura Leather Sofa by Mario Bellini in STOCK
By Mario Bellini, Tacchini
Located in New York, NY
LE MURA RIGHT MODULE 90, LE MURA LEFT MODULE 90 & LE MURA CENTRAL MODULE 90
CAT. Z - ZAREEN 03
CLASP AND ZIPPERS MATT BLACK NICHEL T148
WITH INTERLINER CAL117
The project Le Mura b...
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2010s Italian Mario Bellini Sofas
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Leather
Mid-Century Landeau Sofa by Mario Bellini for Cassina - Original Upholstery
By Mario Bellini
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Landeau Sofa by Mario Bellini for Cassina, 1970s - Original Upholstery
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Mario Bellini Sofas
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Velvet
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
Mario Bellini Le Bambole Sofa, Upholstered in Alpaca, B&B Italia, 1970s
By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini
Located in LEWES, GB
A beautiful Mario Bellini Le Bambole sofa, produced by B&B Italia, Italy in the 1970s, newly upholstered in luxurious 100% alpaca. Marked on the underside. Fast shipping worldwide.
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Mario Bellini Sofas
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Alpaca
Mario Bellini Le Bambole Sofa, Upholstered in Alpaca, B&B Italia, 1970s
By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia
Located in LEWES, GB
A beautiful Mario Bellini Le Bambole sofa, newly upholstered in luxury cream alpaca velvet, produced by B&B Italia, Italy in the 1970s. Marked on the underside. Fast shipping world...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Mario Bellini Sofas
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Alpaca
Exceptional Camaleonda - Mario Bellini 1st edition 72
By Mario Bellini
Located in Saint ouen, FR
Exceptional Camaleonda ensemble
Mario Bellini
1st edition
1972
Extremely rare version with original wooden olive feet (can be unscrewed)
Original labels
. 6 large units 90 D x 90...
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1970s European Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Sofas
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Velvet
Mario Bellini - Camaleonda sofa - 1972 Black grained leather
By Mario Bellini
Located in Saint ouen, FR
Rare and superb Camaleonda sofa
Mario Bellini
Edition C & B Italia
1972
Black grained leather
5 main elements
1 fireside chair
4 armrests
Sign
Dimensions:
Large element: L 90 x ...
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1970s Italian Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Sofas
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Leather
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
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 petrol velvet, Italy, 1970, set of four.
“Camaleonda” is an icon, rediscovered. It was one of the truly modular sofa des...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Sofas
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Steel
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, 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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Steel
Le Bambole Leather Sofa Design Mario Bellini 1978 for B&B Italia
By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia
Located in Offenburg, Baden Wurthemberg
cognac leather Le Bambole-seater Sofa designed by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia in 1978.
Price per sofa, second matching sofa available.
The Bambole series today is a true icon amo...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Post-Modern Mario Bellini Sofas
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Leather, Foam
B&B Italia Orange Velvet Camaleonda Sofa by Mario Bellini
By Mario Bellini
Located in Basildon, London
The B&B Italia Camaleonda Sofa by Mario Bellini in vibrant orange velvet is a striking blend of bold design and luxurious comfort. Renowned for its modular flexibility, the iconic Ca...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Mario Bellini Sofas
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Velvet
Iconic Camaleonda Sofa by Mario Bellini – Newly Upholstered Black Cotton, 1973
By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia
Located in Milano, 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 Sofas
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Cotton
Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" Sofa for B&B Italia, Cognac Leather, 1970, Set of 5
By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" modular sofa for B&B Italia, cognac 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 Sofas
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Metal
1970s Mario Bellini Le Bambole Two-Seat Sofa, B&B Italia
By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini
Located in Raleigh, NC
1970s Mario Bellini Le Bambole Sofa, B&B Italia
An icon newly restored. Features Pollack Textiles "Modern Dance" Upholstery(black on light khaki).
66" long, 36" deep, 29" high, 1...
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1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Sofas
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Upholstery
Customizable Tacchini Le Mura Modular Sofa by Mario Bellini
By Mario Bellini, Tacchini
Located in New York, NY
The project Le Mura by Mario Bellini represents the manifesto of a radical design that went through all the Italian 70s: design was as an answer to questions not only of aesthetics, ...
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2010s Italian Mario Bellini Sofas
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Textile
Customizable Tacchini Le Mura Modular Sofa by Mario Bellini
By Mario Bellini, Tacchini
Located in New York, NY
The project Le Mura by Mario Bellini represents the manifesto of a radical design that went through all the Italian 70s: design was as an answer to questions not only of aesthetics, ...
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2010s Italian Mario Bellini Sofas
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Textile
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 six.
“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 Sofas
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Steel
Mario Bellini, Early "Le Bambole" Sofa in Leather, Mid Century Modern, 1972
By C&B Italia, Mario Bellini
Located in Odense, DK
An exceptionel fine version of Mario Bellini 'Le Bambole' 2-seater sofa, produced by B&B Italia, Italy in the 1970s. This beautiful sofa comes with the original leather fabric with a...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Mario Bellini Sofas
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Leather
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 Sofas
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Brass, Stainless Steel
Le Bambole Leather Sofa Design Mario Bellini 1978 for B&B Italia
By Mario Bellini
Located in Offenburg, Baden Wurthemberg
Le Bambole two-seater Sofa designed by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia.
The Bambole series today is an icon of 1970s design furniture and won Mario Bellini the "Compasso d'Oro" award i...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Post-Modern Mario Bellini Sofas
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Leather, Foam
Mario Bellini Modular "Camaleonda" Sofa in Four Segments for B&B, Italy 1971
By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia
Located in Utrecht, NL
The “Camaleonda” (Italian word play combining the words for ‘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 five decades of design history as a true icon.
The elements that 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 four separate segments of this “Camaleonda” were 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 specifically this unlimited modularity, a geometric pattern that allows each element to become an enormous pixel through which to define your home environment. The four 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.”
The modules of this sofa defined the aesthetics of an entire era of interior design, and are constantly featured in most international design. Considering the inherently modern and innovative design, this shall comes as no surprise.
Condition:
In good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use. The four modules are upholstered in a brown velour 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:
Large segments:
147.63 in W x 37.79 in D x 26.37 in H; Seat height 15.35 in; Arm height 19.68 in
375 cm W x 96 cm D x 67 cm H; Seat height 39 cm; Arm height 50 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 Sofas
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Fabric, Wood
“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 Sofas
Materials
Metal
Mario Bellini Blue Cotton Velvet Camaleonda Sofa for B&B Italia, 1972, Set Of 7
By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini
Located in Vicenza, IT
Camaleonda sofa, designed by Mario Bellini and manufactured by B&B Italia in 1972.
The set features seven modules with backrest (four big modules and three small ones) and one armres...
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1970s Italian Space Age Vintage Mario Bellini Sofas
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Cotton, Velvet, Foam
Italian Leather Sofa by Mario Bellini le Bambole for B&B Italia 1970s
By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini
Located in Byron Bay, NSW
Mario Bellini for B&B Italia, 'Le Bambole' sofa, brown patinated leather, Italy, 1972. This piece is one of the very rare prototypes or early editions, and still 100% original, read ...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Sofas
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Leather
Amanta Modular Sofa Set by Mario Bellini for C&B Italia, 1966
By C&B Italia, Mario Bellini
Located in Budapest, HU
Mario Bellini's Amanta modular sofa set, designed for C&B Italia in 1966, is a great example of contemporary design that combines comfort, versatility, and aesthetic appeal. Known fo...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mario Bellini Sofas
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Fabric, Foam, Polyester
Mario Bellini Le Bambole 2-Seater Sofa, B&B Italia
By Mario Bellini
Located in Toronto, CA
Mario Bellini's iconic 'Le Bambole' sofa, designed in 1972 for B&B Italia. Cozy softness, plush roundness, gentle harmony and playful informality are the keynotes of the Bambole . Th...
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1970s Italian Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Sofas
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Cotton, Foam
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
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 Sofas
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Velvet
Sofa by mario bellini model “Le stelle” for B&B italia leather
By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini
Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
60s/70s sofa by Italian designer Mario Bellini, published by B&B Italy, “La Stelle” model. Entirely in mustard yellow leather (original leather), this model is recognizable by its wi...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Sofas
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Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" Sofa for B&B Italia, Ivory Bouclé, 1970, Set of 6
By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" modular sofa for B&B Italia, ivory bouclé, Italy, 1970, six elements.
"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 Sofas
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Metal
Ivory “Camaleonda” Modular Sofa in 4 Segments by Mario Bellini, Italy 1971
By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini
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, and are constantly featured in most international design. 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 four separate segments of this “Camaleonda” were 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 four 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 four modules have been reupholstered recently in premium bouclé fabric.
Dimensions:
Big segment:
37.40 in W x 37.40 in D x 27.55 in H (with back)
95 cm W x 95 cm D x 70 cm H (with back)
Small segment:
25.59 in W x 37.40 in D x 27.55 in H (with back)
65 cm W x 95 cm D x 70 cm H (with back)
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 Sofas
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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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Steel
Le Bambole Sofa by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia
By Mario Bellini
Located in Montréal, QC
Le Bambole Loveseat by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia, 1970s. This iconic sofa is made of a thick buffalo brown leather - polyurethane foam interior with metal frame.
In good vintage ...
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20th Century Italian Mario Bellini Sofas
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Original Sofa Mod Bibambole Designed by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia 1970
By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia
Located in Madrid, ES
Sofa Mod Bibambole designed by Mario Bellini (1935) for B&B Italy.
Upholstered in withe bouclé fabric. Italy 70s. Signed.
Our main target is customer satisfaction, so we include in ...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Sofas
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Bouclé
Mario Bellini “Le Mura” Modular Sofa for Cassina, 1972, Set of 5
By Mario Bellini, Cassina
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Mario Bellini “Le Mura” Modular Sofa for Cassina, cognac leather, 1972
Mario Bellini designed “Le Mura” modular sofa for Cassina in 1972, creating an iconic piece of industrial design. Bellini conceived this sectional couch featuring an architectural shape with smooth lines, merging creativity and innovation. Resembling monolithic stone...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Sofas
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'Camaleonda' in Original Leather by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia, 1976, Signed
By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini
Located in Los Angeles, CA
If you are someone who seeks the absolute best of the best - this is for you. This is an all original modular Camaleonda sectional by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia made within the fir...
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1970s Italian Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Sofas
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Mario Bellini “Le Mura” Modular Sofa for Cassina, 1972, Set of 3
By Mario Bellini, Cassina
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Mario Bellini “Le Mura” Modular Sofa for Cassina, cognac leather, 1972
Mario Bellini designed “Le Mura” modular sofa for Cassina in 1972, creating an iconic piece of industrial design. Bellini conceived this sectional couch featuring an architectural shape with smooth lines, merging creativity and innovation. Resembling monolithic stone...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Mario Bellini Sofas
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Leather
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 Sofas
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Animal Skin
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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- 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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