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Mario Bellini Reupholstered 'Camaleonda' Modular Sofa in White Boucle

Sale price$12,400.00

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Mario Bellini for B&B Italia, reupholstered 'Camaleonda' sectional sofa, boucle, metal, Italy, design 1970

The iconic Camaleonda sofa is designed by Italian master Mario Bellini for B&B Italia in 1970. The sectional elements of this sofa can be used freely and apart from one another. The backs are provided with rings and carabiners, which allows the user to create a perfect ''seating landscape.'' The sofa is very comfortable and the fact this wonderful piece is modular, provides endless flexible solutions for any project or lounge. This design became famous almost immediately after it was featured in the exhibition "Italy: the new domestic landscape" held in MoMA museum in 1972.

Mario Bellini (1935) is an internationally renowned Italian architect and designer. Born in Milan, Bellini earned his PhD in architecture at the Polytechnic University of Milan in 1959. After his graduation, Bellini started working as an architect, and as a consultant for the Italian electronics company Olivetti. Besides architecture and electronics, Bellini also dedicated his career to automotive and furniture design. He has designed numerous items for Vitra, Artemide, Kartell, Cassina and more. The iconic 1977 Cab Chair for Cassina is one of Bellini's most prominent designs. The appreciation of his outstanding work has been made clear with eight Compasso d'Oro design awards. Over 20 items of his works are in the permanent collection of the Museum of Modern Art in New York.

Kindly note that the elements are newly upholstered and are perfectly ready to enjoy for many years.

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Product Details

  • condition Good
  • creator B&B Italia (Manufacturer)
  • creator Mario Bellini (Designer)
  • date of manufacture 1970s
  • dimensions Height 25.98 in. Width 24.8 in. Depth 35.43 in. Seat Height 14.17 in.
  • dimensions Height 66 cm Width 63 cm Depth 90 cm Seat Height 36 cm
  • material Metal Bouclé
  • period 1970 - 1979
  • place of origin Italy
  • style Post-Modern
  • barcode 50113945 + 50113203