Set of 4 “Cab 412” Chairs – Mario Bellini for Cassina (1977)
Set consisting of four iconic “Cab 412” chairs, designed by the renowned architect and designer Mario Bellini in 1977 for the prestigious Italian manufacturer Cassina. An absolute masterpiece of contemporary design, the Cab chair is renowned for being the first chair in the world to feature a self-supporting steel frame completely covered in stitched and stretched leather, which fits the frame like a tailored suit.
Designer: Mario Bellini
Manufacturer: Cassina
Model: Cab 412
Year of design: 1977
Materials: Internal tubular steel frame, full upholstery in fine gray/dark anthracite leather with lower zippers.
Dimensions
Total height: 82 cm
Width: 52 cm
Depth: 49 cm
Seat height: 45 cm
Condition and State of Preservation
Vintage pieces. Structurally, the chairs are in perfect condition, solid and stable. The leather upholstery shows various natural signs of age (minor scratches, patina, and softening of the material consistent with age and use, as shown in the photographs). These imperfections only enhance the vintage charm of the lot, giving the pieces a lived-in aesthetic of great charm, elegance, and authenticity.
