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Pair of Vintage Italian Black Leather & Chrome Barcelona Chairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A pair of iconic vintage Barcelona chairs with high quality black leather cushions on a solid
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Side Chairs
Materials
Chrome
1987 Mies van der Rohe for Knoll Barcelona Lounge Chair in Black Leather
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Lilly Reich, Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
standard chrome Barcelona chair, rendering it very special indeed.
The chair measures 30 inches long
Category
Vintage 1980s American Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
H 30.25 in W 29.5 in D 30 in
1990 Mies van der Rohe for Knoll Barcelona Lounge Chair in Tan Leather
By Knoll, Lilly Reich, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Philadelphia, PA
the cost of a standard chrome Barcelona chair, rendering it very special indeed.
The chair measures
Category
Early 2000s American Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
1990 Knoll Barcelona Lounge Chairs by Mies van der Rohe Model 250LS 5x Available
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
leather cushions. The retail price of these chairs was over double the cost of a standard chrome Barcelona
Category
1990s American Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
H 30.25 in W 29.5 in D 30 in
1995 Pair of Mies van der Rohe Barcelona Lounge Chairs with Stainless Frames Red
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
cost of a standard chrome Barcelona chair, rendering them to be very special indeed.
Each chair
Category
1990s American Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
H 30.25 in W 29.5 in D 30 in
Pair of 2016 Knoll Barcelona Lounge Chairs by Mies van der Rohe in Blue Leather
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Lilly Reich, Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
double the cost of a standard chrome Barcelona chair, rendering them to be very special indeed.
Each
Category
2010s American Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
H 30.25 in W 29.5 in D 30 in
Barcelona Style Chromed Metal & Leather Chair
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Astoria, NY
Chair in the style of the Barcelona Chair, designed by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe in 1929, chromed
Category
Late 20th Century Bauhaus Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Knoll Barcelona Chair + Stool
Located in New Canaan, CT
leather, chrome frame
Authentic Barcelona chair and stool. Note, these pieces have wear consistent with
Category
2010s Chairs
Materials
Chrome
'Barcelona' Chair
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A 'Barcelona' chair, with brown leather upholstery and belting straps on a chromed steel frame.??
Category
Vintage 1950s American Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather
'Barcelona' Chair
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A 'Barcelona' chair, with brown leather upholstery and belting straps on a chromed steel frame.??
Category
Vintage 1950s American Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather
Barcelona Chairs
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A Pair of 'Barcelona' chairs, with the original brown leather upholstery and belting straps on
Category
Vintage 1960s American Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather
'Barcelona' Chair
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A 'Barcelona' chair, with the original black leather upholstery and belting straps on a chromed
Category
Vintage 1950s American Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather
Pair of Oversized French 1970s Barcelona Style Chrome and Leather Chairs
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of oversized French 1970s Barcelona style chairs. Not the typical Mies van der Rohe copy; a
Category
Vintage 1970s French Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Pair of Barcelona Style Lounge Chairs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
White vinyl upholstery and chrome are paired to elegant effect in this vintage pair of Barcelona
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Knoll Cream Leather Barcelona Lounge Chair by Mies van der Rohe
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Basildon, London
An icon of modern design, the Knoll Barcelona Lounge Chair in Cream Leather is a timeless statement
Category
20th Century Italian Modern Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Early Barcelona Chair by Mies Van Der Rohe
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Brussels, BE
Early and rare "Barcelona" chair and ottoman designed by Mies van der rohe and manufactured by the
Category
Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Vintage Barcelona Lounge Chair by Knoll/MYC, 1970s
By Knoll
Located in PEGO, Alicante
Vintage original Barcelona armchair designed by Mies Van der Rohe for Knoll, ours was manufactured
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Mid Century Black Barcelona Chair by Mies van der Rohe for Knoll
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll
Located in Detroit, MI
This vintage mid century modern black Barcelona chair designed by Mies van der Rohe for Knoll (attr
Category
1990s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Pair of Barcelona Chairs, After Mies Van der Rohe
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pair of Barcelona Chairs, After Mies Van der Rohe
Chrome with leather straps and cushions. Height
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chairs
Materials
Leather
Pair of Cognac Barcelona Chairs by Knoll
By Knoll
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Barcelona Chair. Designed by Mies van der Rohe in 1929 and manufactured by Knoll international, circa 1970s
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather
Barcelona Chair & Ottoman - Mies Van der Rohe
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Antwerpen, BE
An iconic ‘Barcelona’ Chair in black leather, with foot stool. Designed by Mies Van der Rohe for
Category
Mid-20th Century German Bauhaus Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
Pair of Barcelona Style Lounge Chairs by Fascm International
By Fasem International
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This stylish pair of Barcelona style chairs date to the 1980s and were manufactured by Fascm
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Pair of Vintage Modern Barcelona Style Slipper Lounge Chairs
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A stunning midcentury design with heavy flat bar chrome bases and tufted upholstery. The "X" shaped
Category
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Vintage Chair and Ottoman Set in Mies Van der Rohe Barcelona Chair Style
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Chair and Ottoman Set in Mies Van der Rohe Barcelona Chair Style
Offered for sale is
Category
Late 20th Century Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Pr. Barcelona Style Chairs by Kipp Stewart for Drexel
By Drexel, Kipp Stewart
Located in New York, NY
Rare pair of Barcelona style lounge chairs, designed by Kipp Stewart for Drexel. Like the iconic
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Pair of Knoll Studio "Barcelona" Chairs - In Pale Leather
Located in Barrowford, GB
On offer on this occasion is a rare, identical, original pair of "Barcelona" Chairs, from the world
Category
2010s Chairs
Materials
Leather
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Barcelona Style Lounge Chairs
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This pair of vintage lounge chairs features wide tufted vinyl seats, strap seat webbing and sleek
Category
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome, Metal
Pair of Brown Leather Barcelona Chairs by Mies Van Der Rohe for Knoll SIGNED
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This pair of iconic Barcelona chairs, originally designed by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe in
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Pair of Vintage Barcelona Lounge Chairs and Ottoman by Selig
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Selig
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This pair of Selig lounge chairs feature chrome and tufted vinyl lounge chairs feature comfortable
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Set of 4 Vintage Knoll Mies Van Der Rhoe Barcelona Chairs
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll
Located in Pasadena, TX
Set of 4 Knoll Mies Van der Rhoe Barcelona Chairs.
Iconic Ludwig Mies van der Rohe Barcelona
Category
Vintage 1970s North American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome
1950's Barcelona Style Leather Lounge Chairs by Supreme Industria Argentina
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Fulton, CA
A pair of 1970's era Barcelona style lounge chairs. Supreme Industria Argentina was first original
Category
Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Rare 1960s Gerald R.Griffith Barcelona Chairs, Mies van der Rohe
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Gerald R. Griffith
Located in Buffalo, NY
A collector's pair! These stunning pair of Barcelona chairs were made by Gerald R. Griffith under
Category
Vintage 1960s American Bauhaus Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Mid Century White Barcelona Chairs by Mies van der Rohe for Knoll
By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Detroit, MI
This pair of vintage mid century modern white Barcelona chairs designed by Mies van der Rohe were
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Mid Century Black Barcelona Chair by Mies van der Rohe for Knoll
By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Detroit, MI
This vintage mid century modern black Barcelona chair designed by Mies van der Rohe for Knoll (attr
Category
1990s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Vintage Barcelona Style Chair after Mies Van der Rohe, Late 20th Century
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Barcelona Style Chair after Mies Van der Rohe, Late 20th Century
Offered for sale is
Category
Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Mid Century Black Barcelona Chairs by Mies van der Rohe for Knoll
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll
Located in Detroit, MI
This pair of vintage mid century modern black Barcelona chairs designed by Mies van der Rohe for
Category
1990s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Ultra Rare 30th Knoll Anniversary Limited Edition Barcelona Chair No 27/100
By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Aachen, NW
This very rare Barcelona chair and ottoman were designed by Mies van der Rohe in 1929 and produced
Category
Vintage 1980s German Chairs
Materials
Stainless Steel
H 29.53 in W 29.53 in D 29.53 in
Vintage Barcelona Chair & Footstool by Knoll International, Early 1970s
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Berlin, Berlin
.
Original super vintage and patinated 'BARCELONA CHAIR' in brown leather. Chromed steel frame (Footstool
Category
Vintage 1970s American Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather
H 29.14 in W 29.14 in D 28.35 in
Pair of High Quality Barcelona Lounge Chairs with Brown Naughahyde Vinyl Seats
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Port Jervis, NY
being redone, restitched now. Will polish out the chrome before chairs are shipped. Sold and priced as a
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel, Chrome
H 28.75 in W 31.5 in D 31.5 in
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Barcelona Chairs in Brown Leather, 1970's Generation
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Bedford Hills, NY
Beautiful original pair of mid-century Barcelona chairs in medium brown leather. One owner
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel, Chrome
H 30 in W 31 in D 33 in
Vintage Barcelona Chair & Ottoman by Mies van der Rohe Knoll 1960s, Set of 3
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll
Located in Aachen, NW
on a chromed steel base.
The Barcelona chairs are in a vintage condition. Here and there kinds of
Category
Vintage 1960s German Bauhaus Chairs
Materials
Stainless Steel
H 29.53 in W 29.53 in D 29.53 in
Black Leather Mies van der Rohe for Knoll Barcelona Chairs, Matching Set of Two
By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Dronten, NL
Pair of Barcelona chairs by Mies Van der Rohe for Knoll International in black leather.
Engraved
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel, Chrome
H 29.93 in W 29.93 in D 29.93 in
A pair of vintage caramel tan Barcelona chairs by Knoll, circa 1970s
By Knoll
Located in Houston, TX
Barcelona Chair. Available now, a pair of vintage caramel tan Barcelona chairs designed by Mies van der Rohe
Category
Vintage 1970s North American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Stainless Steel
Set of 8 Chrome and Leather Dining Chairs
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Exquisite set of 8 chrome and leather strap dining chairs by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin. All
Category
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome
2023 Knoll Barcelona Lounge Chair by Mies van der Rohe in Black Leather
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll, Lilly Reich
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an authentic Barcelona Lounge Chair, initially designed by Mies van der Rohe and Lilly
Category
2010s American Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
Contemporary Modern Barcelona Chairs in the Style of Mies van der Rohe
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This pair of vintage modern lounge chairs feature stylish chrome frames and tufted vinyl upholstery
Category
Late 20th Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather
"Barcelona" Mies Van Der Rohe for Knoll 1970s Black Leather Lounge Chair
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll
Located in Brescia, IT
Black leather in perfect condiction
Upholstery in excellent condiction
Chrome in excellent
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 29.53 in W 29.53 in D 30.32 in
Pair of 1970s Flat Steel Chrome Lounge Chairs, Milo Baughman Inspired
By Bernhardt
Located in Buffalo, NY
der Rohe's (Barcelona Chair)
Newly reupholstered,,
The Chrome frame is in nice vintage condition
Category
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome
2010s Mies van der Rohe for Knoll Barcelona Lounge Chairs Black Leather 3x Avail
By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Philadelphia, PA
These are Barcelona Lounge Chairs, model 250L, initially designed by Mies van der Rohe in 1929
Category
2010s American Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
H 30.25 in W 29.5 in D 30 in
Pair of Arne Norell "Ari" Ariet Lounge Chairs Cognac Leather & Chromed Steel
By Arne Norell, Norell Möbel AB
Located in Philadelphia, PA
materials seen in many other pieces of the era, including the iconic Barcelona chairs and CY Mann lounge
Category
Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel, Chrome
H 32 in W 25.75 in D 29 in
1960s Pair of Mies van der Rohe Knoll Barcelona Lounge Chairs w/ Stainless Steel
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a pair of Barcelona Lounge Chairs, model 250LS, initially designed by Mies van der Rohe and
Category
Vintage 1960s American Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
H 30.25 in W 29.5 in D 30 in
Solid Chrome F60 "Easy" Lounge Chairs by Karl-Erik Ekselius for J. O. Carlsson
By J.O. Carlsson, Karl-Erik Ekselius
Located in Chino Hills, CA
. Carlsson, Sweden, c1960s. Reminiscent of Barcelona chairs, these beauties feature a heavy chrome metal
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome
H 29 in W 26.75 in D 30.25 in
Pair of Williams Sonoma James Lounge Chairs with Hair on Hide & X Chrome Bases
Located in Port Jervis, NY
frame evoke the Barcelona chair by Ludwig Mies van DerRohe. These chairs sell new for $4295 and have a
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel, Chrome
H 35 in W 29.25 in D 32 in
Thonet Bauhaus Brno Style Chairs Chrome & Cognac Leather Cantilever Set of 12
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Lilly Reich, Thonet
Located in Topeka, KS
Farnsworth House; and many more. He is credited with the design of the Barcelona chair and table, the Brno
Category
Late 20th Century American Bauhaus Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome
H 31 in W 22 in D 24 in
1970s MCM Knoll Poppy Orange Wool & Chrome Bertoia Diamond Armchair
By Knoll, Harry Bertoia
Located in Basel, BS
frame is in polished chrome. This is a stunningly beautiful chair!
This chair does make the room!
It is
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Bernhardt Flair Flat Bar Chrome Armchair Inspired by Milo Baughman, circa 1979
By Flair
Located in Dallas, TX
Elegant pair of newly upholstered in plush green velvet and flat steel chromed lounge chairs by
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs
Materials
Chrome
H 32 in W 30 in D 27 in
Rattan MR Chair by Mies Van Der Rohe, Rare Elegant Tecta Variant
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Grand Cayman, KY
Iconic Mid-Century Modern cantilever MR Chair by Mies Van Der Rohe in chromed bent tube steel and
Category
Mid-20th Century German Bauhaus Chairs
Materials
Metal, Steel, Chrome
Rare Set of 8 Mies van der Rohe for Knoll MR10 and MR20 Chairs
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Phoenix, AZ
Rare Set of 8 Mies van der Rohe for Knoll MR10 and MR20 Chairs
This exceptional set of eight
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Bauhaus Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Florence Knoll Lounge Chairs, Model 65, 1960s
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in Littleton, CO
Noguchi’s cyclone table (1950), held up by a whorl of rods like a tornado funnel, and the Barcelona chair
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel, Chrome
1960s Vintage Jorge Zalszupin T Invertido Oxford Lounge Chair
By Jorge Zalszupin, L'Atelier San Paulo
Located in Saint Paul, MN
to the ubiquitous Barcelona chair by Ludwig Mies Van Der Rohe. Finished in camel leather, this chair
Category
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome
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Chrome Barcelona Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs
There is a range of chrome barcelona chairs for sale on 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, animal skin and leather, all chrome barcelona chairs available were constructed with great care. We have 423 antique and vintage chrome barcelona chairs in-stock, while there are 9 modern editions to choose from as well. Chrome barcelona chairs have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century. There are many kinds of chrome barcelona chairs to choose from, but at 1stDibs, mid-century modern, modern and Art Deco chrome barcelona chairs are of considerable interest. Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll and Lilly Reich each produced beautiful chrome barcelona chairs that are worth considering.
How Much are Chrome Barcelona Chairs?
Prices for chrome barcelona chairs can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, chrome barcelona chairs begin at $400 and can go as high as $28,000, while the average can fetch as much as $4,800.
Finding the Right Seating for You
With entire areas of our homes reserved for “sitting rooms,” the value of quality antique and vintage seating cannot be overstated.
Fortunately, the design of side chairs, armchairs and other lounge furniture — since what were, quite literally, the early perches of our ancestors — has evolved considerably.
Among the earliest standard seating furniture were stools. Egyptian stools, for example, designed for one person with no seat back, were x-shaped and typically folded to be tucked away. These rudimentary chairs informed the design of Greek and Roman stools, all of which were a long way from Sori Yanagi's Butterfly stool or Alvar Aalto's Stool 60. In the 18th century and earlier, seats with backs and armrests were largely reserved for high nobility.
The seating of today is more inclusive but the style and placement of chairs can still make a statement. Antique desk chairs and armchairs designed in the style of Louis XV, which eventually included painted furniture and were often made of rare woods, feature prominently curved legs as well as Chinese themes and varied ornaments. Much like the thrones of fairy tales and the regency, elegant lounges crafted in the Louis XV style convey wealth and prestige. In the kitchen, the dining chair placed at the head of the table is typically reserved for the head of the household or a revered guest.
Of course, with luxurious vintage or antique furnishings, every chair can seem like the best seat in the house. Whether your preference is stretching out on a plush sofa, such as the Serpentine, designed by Vladimir Kagan, or cozying up in a vintage wingback chair, there is likely to be a comfy classic or contemporary gem for you on 1stDibs.
With respect to the latest obsessions in design, cane seating has been cropping up everywhere, from sleek armchairs to lounge chairs, while bouclé fabric, a staple of modern furniture design, can be seen in mid-century modern, Scandinavian modern and Hollywood Regency furniture styles.
Admirers of the sophisticated craftsmanship and dark woods frequently associated with mid-century modern seating can find timeless furnishings in our expansive collection of lounge chairs, dining chairs and other items — whether they’re vintage editions or alluring official reproductions of iconic designs from the likes of Hans Wegner or from Charles and Ray Eames. Shop our inventory of Egg chairs, designed in 1958 by Arne Jacobsen, the Florence Knoll lounge chair and more.
No matter your style, the collection of unique chairs, sofas and other seating on 1stDibs is surely worthy of a standing ovation.
Questions About Chrome Barcelona Chairs
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024The Barcelona chair is so popular for a couple of reasons. Many people prize the chair for its regal appearance. In its X-shaped structure, the Barcelona chair recalls the ancient folding stools of Egypt and Rome and was designed with swooping lines and a luxe contrast of materials between the chrome-plated frame and quilted leather cushions. Its minimalist design makes it a popular choice for professional settings like reception areas and offices. The chair also offers plenty of support and boasts durable, sturdy construction. Plus, many buyers appreciate the long history of the acclaimed chair, which was designed by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Lilly Reich, and debuted in 1929. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Barcelona chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The Barcelona chair was designed by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe as seating for the King and Queen of Spain in case they visited the German Pavilion at the International Exposition of 1929. Browse 1stDibs to find an array of Barcelona chairs from top sellers.
- How is a Barcelona chair made?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A Barcelona chair is a simple shape featuring a single curve bar to form the seat and another to form the back, with both intersecting at the center. A side profile of the chair will look like the letter ‘x’ with a curve. This simple design continues to be a favorite with home decor enthusiasts. Shop a range of Barcelona chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The signature on a Barcelona chair is usually a stamp found on the base. In addition to the signature of Mies van der Rohe, the stamp typically includes an individual production number. You'll find a selection of expertly vetted Mies van der Rohe furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To spot an authentic Knoll Barcelona chair, first check the back cushion to make sure it retains its shape and doesn’t sag. The chair should be slightly taller than its steel frame and curved in shape. The upholstery should be excellent and even, with no signs of improper workmanship. For vintage chairs, look for a Knoll sticker or label on the bottom cushion. For chairs made after 1996, check for a “Knoll Studios” stamp on the frame. Shop authentic Knoll Barcelona chairs on 1stDibs from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024To spot a fake Barcelona chair, start by checking the base. A genuine chair will feature a production number and Mies van der Rohe's signature. You can compare these markings to images published by trusted online resources to evaluate the authenticity of a chair. Next, count the number of panels on the upholstery. A real Barcelona chair will have 40 panels, but replicas may not. Also, the upholstery on authentic Barcelona chairs is a single piece to which piping is then applied. If you notice seams that indicate the maker utilized multiple pieces of hide or fabric, you're likely looking at a reproduction. When in doubt, seek the opinion of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. Explore an assortment of Mies van der Rohe Barcelona chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022The original Barcelona chair designed by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe featured ivory upholstery made of pigskin leather. Modern incarnations come in a wide range of upholstery colors and are available from Knoll Furniture. You'll find a variety of Barcelona chairs 1stDibs.
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