Mario Bellini “CAB 413” Dining Chairs for Cassina, 1977, Set of 8
Description
Mario Bellini “CAB 413” dining chairs for Cassina, Tobacco dark brown leather, Italy, 1977, set of eight.
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: 23.04 in (58.5 cm)
Depth: 18.9 in (48 cm)
Seat Height: 17.13 in (43.5 cm)
Design
1970s
Manufacture
1970-1979
Material
Leather