Mario Bellini "CAB 412" dining chair for Cassina, black leather, Italy, 1978The "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. We accurately check the quality of every object.Our atelier restored the item. We offer custom restoration and special reupholstering on request. Contact us for additional information.