Mario Bellini “CAB 412” Dining Chairs for Cassina, 1978, Set of 6
Description
Mario Bellini “CAB 412” dining chairs for Cassina, China red leather, Italy, 1978, set of six.
The “CAB” is the world’s first free-standing cowhide design chair, informed by the relationship between the skeleton and the skin; an authentic example of production excellence that requires multiple stages of artisan craftsmanship to create a trendy tailored-to-fit object. The “CAB” are high-quality chairs with hand-stitched natural leather upholstery wrapped over an internal steel frame. The only additional reinforcement is provided by a rubber membrane plate that supports the seat. Bellini’s innovation lay in using zips to fasten the leather cover to its frame; a zip runs up the inside of each leg, sealing the cover. Our atelier carefully restored and refinished the chairs.
Dimensions
Height: 31.7 in. (80.5 cm)
Width: 18.11 in. (46 cm)
Depth: 17.51 in. (44.5 cm)
Seat Height: 17.32 in. (44 cm)
Design
1978
Manufacture
1970–1979
Material
Leather, steel