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Mario Bellini Radice Sofa Le Stelle in Italian cotton fabric for B&B Italia 1970 – Iron
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Mario Bellini Radice Sofa Le Stelle in Italian cotton fabric for B&B Italia 1970

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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 of that decade, an expression of the formal and technological research that defined the celebrated collaboration between Bellini and the Novedrate company. The sofa is distinguished by its fluid and enveloping silhouette, built on a load-bearing iron and steel structure that supports cold-foamed polyurethane padding and Dacron® fiber - cutting-edge materials developed by B&B Italia in collaboration with its internal research center during the golden age of Italian Industrial Design. Its profile, soft and architectural at the same time, opens into a visual embrace: the inclined armrests open outwards like wings, while the curved backrest and generous cushions define a deep and 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 fabric of the era, a stretch fabric with diagonal stripes in shades of pink and salmon, a rare and refined color combination that has retained its authenticity. The original B&B Italia label, still present under the seat, certifies its origin and 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 Beyond its aesthetic value, Le Stelle represents a historical document of radical Italian design, where comfort and experimentation coexist in perfect balance. This example, preserved in its original integrity, is a true collector's item 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 some lateral marks, documented in the photographs and removable with specific treatment, but is generally in excellent vintage condition. Product Name: Le Stelle Sofa by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia, 1970 Designer: Mario Bellini Design Year: Late 1970s Style: Radical and experimental Italian design of the 1970s, with a sculptural and poetic character. Main Materials: Iron and steel structure; cold-foamed polyurethane padding and Dacron® fiber; original diagonal striped stretch fabric (Lycra®, Polysoft®, Dacron®). Distinctive Design Features: Fluid and enveloping silhouette with wing-shaped armrests, curved backrest, and generous cushions; soft and architectural aesthetic; original pink and salmon color palette; formal and technological research typical of the Bellini-B&B Italia collaboration. The name Le Stelle evokes the cosmic and experimental dimension of Bellini's poetic language. Dimensions: Length 165 cm Height 75 cm Depth 75 cm Comfort: Deep, enveloping, and informal seating thanks to advanced foams developed by the B&B Italia research center; a form conceived as a visual and functional embrace. Typical Use: Sculptural living room piece, collectible interiors, representative spaces, or curatorial environments; ideal as a centerpiece. Design Icon: One of the most emblematic creations of the Bellini-B&B Italia collaboration and a symbol of the radical Italian design era; an excellent example of the fusion of aesthetic experimentation and technological innovation. Versatility: Easily integrates into modern, eclectic, or vintage contexts thanks to its organic form and strong visual presence; ideal as an independent protagonist or within a curatorial setting. Current Production Status: Original vintage example in excellent condition, with B&B Italia label under the seat; shows minimal signs of age such as small lateral marks documented in the photographs, removable with specific treatment; overall excellent vintage condition. Additional notes: Please note that this item is in excellent vintage condition. Minor signs of age may be present, which do not affect its functionality. We kindly invite you to consider these characteristics before purchasing. Mario Bellini is one of the most influential Italian architects and designers of the 20th century, a central figure in the golden age of Italian design. Born in Milan in 1935, he developed a design language in which technological experimentation, sculptural sensibility, and attention to human behavior merge into soft, fluid, and profoundly innovative forms. As design director for Olivetti in the 1960s and 1970s, he created iconic objects such as the Divisumma calculators and revolutionary office machines, now part of the permanent collection of MoMA in New York, which dedicated a monographic exhibition to him as early as 1987... Additional details: - Style: Radical Italian design - Material: Steel - Material: Polyurethane foam - Material: Dacron® - Material: Lycra® - Material: Polysoft® - Material: Stretch fabric - Colour: Salmon - Period: 1970s - length: 165.0 cm
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CategorySofasConditionVery goodColorsPinkMaterialIronBrand / designerBelliniBrandB&B ItaliaHeight75 cmDepth75 cmSeller locationConversano, ItalyDelivery optionsDelivery or pickup

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