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Description

Mario Bellini “Le Bambole” armchairs for B&B Italia, brown nabuk, Italy, 1971, set of two.

The search for a new shape for upholstered furniture: all parts are shaped like a large soft cushion. If we take apart “Le Bambole”, we get cushions in part because they are a natural free shape, difficult to describe in a product drawing, but easy to perceive and analyze. Inside them is the skeleton, or the vertical edges or elastic membranes that blend form and fabric to balance action and reaction. “Le Bambole”, said Bellini, “are not covered in fabric. Instead, they are built of fabric.” What makes them unique is the apparent absence of a load-bearing structure, the extreme naturalness of their shape, and the combination of comfort, softness, and elasticity.

We offer custom restoration and special reupholstering on request. Our atelier enhances Italy’s excellence by providing dedicated and tailor-made customization services. Contact us for additional information.

Dimensions

Height: 28.74 in. (73 cm)
Width: 48 in. (122 cm)
Depth: 34.25 in. (87 cm)
Seat Height: 18.11 in. (46 cm)

Design

1971

MANUFACTURE

1970-1979

MATERIAL

Foam, Nabuk

CONDITION

Our atelier carefully reupholstered the armchairs in brown nabuk. Slight signs of use and time.