Le Bambole Sofa in Original Checkered Velvet by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia, 1972


Le Bambole sofa designed by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia in 1972. This iconic sofa retains its original checkered velvet upholstery. Stamped ‘B&B Italia’ under base. Sourced in Italy, 1970s.

Mario Bellini (1935–) is an internationally renowned Italian architect + designer. He graduated from the Polytechnic University of Milan in 1959 and has received accolades in a variety of design fields, including the Compasso d’Oro award eight times and the Gold Medal for Lifetime Achievement by the Triennale di Milano. Bellini has designed numerous famous buildings around the world, from museums to banks, galleries + convention centers. His works range from industrial design to furniture design. Bellini collaborated with a number of companies including B&B Italia, Cassina + Heller Furniture; the New York MoMA has 25 of his works in their permanent collection.

DIMENSIONS: 65"W x 33"D x 28"H

SEAT HEIGHT: 18"

ORIGIN: Italy

PERIOD: 1970s

MATERIALS: Upholstered

CONDITION: Good vintage condition. One significant stain to the checkered fabric on the left seat of the sofa can be seen in photographs. Reupholstery recommended; we have elected to sell it in its current state so the enduser can select their fabric. Upholstery services are available through our showroom (Fabric + Upholstery Labor is not included in the purchase price). Please email info@thesouthlooploft.com for more information.

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Le Bambole Sofa in Original Checkered Velvet by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia, 1972

Le Bambole sofa designed by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia in 1972. This iconic sofa retains its original checkered velvet upholstery. Stamped ‘B&B Italia’ under base. Sourced in Italy, 1970s.

Mario Bellini (1935–) is an internationally renowned Italian architect + designer. He graduated from the Polytechnic University of Milan in 1959 and has received accolades in a variety of design fields, including the Compasso d’Oro award eight times and the Gold Medal for Lifetime Achievement by the Triennale di Milano. Bellini has designed numerous famous buildings around the world, from museums to banks, galleries + convention centers. His works range from industrial design to furniture design. Bellini collaborated with a number of companies including B&B Italia, Cassina + Heller Furniture; the New York MoMA has 25 of his works in their permanent collection.

Dimensions
Width: 65"
Depth: 33"
Height: 28"
Seat Height: 18"
Origin: Italy
Period: 1970s
Materials: Upholstered
Condition
Good vintage condition. One significant stain to the checkered fabric on the left seat of the sofa can be seen in photographs. Reupholstery recommended; we have elected to sell it in its current state so the enduser can select their fabric. Upholstery services are available through our showroom (Fabric + Upholstery Labor is not included in the purchase price). Please email info@thesouthlooploft.com for more information.

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