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Pair of Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chrome Barcelona Style Lounge Chairs
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Wilmington, DE
similar to the STYLE of designers, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Lilly Reich, original Barcelona chair
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Pair of Jaime Hayon, Contemporary, Wood Chair Showtime Nude by BD Barcelona
By Jaime Hayon, BD Barcelona Design
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Design by Jaime Hayon, 2007
Manufactured by BD Barcelona.
Measures: 52 x 55 x H 86 cm.
Seat
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Chairs
Materials
Plywood
H 33.86 in W 21.66 in D 20.48 in
Ludwig mies Van Der Rohe Barcelona Chairs
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A fine original Pair of Mies Van Der Rohe Barcelona Chairs
Original Full Grain Leather Seats and
Category
Vintage 1960s American Chairs
Materials
Leather
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
Vintage Barcelona Lounge Chair by Knoll/MYC, 1970s
By Knoll
Located in PEGO, ES
Vintage original Barcelona armchair designed by Mies Van der Rohe for Knoll, ours was manufactured
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Pair Italian Leather and Polished Steel Barcelona Lounge Chairs, 4 Available
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in San Francisco, CA
A pair of iconic “Barcelona” chairs in the style of Ludwig Mies van der Rohe. Initially created for
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather
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
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
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
Original Barcelona Stühle M. v. d. Rohe für Knoll 1960er Schwarz IKONE
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Berlin, DE
Der Barcelona Chair ist eine Stilikone modernen Möbeldesigns und hat Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome
H 30.32 in W 29.53 in D 30.32 in
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
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
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
Museum Quality Ludwig Mies van der Rohe Barcelona Chairs with Table
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Dallas, TX
chairs are in fact authentic Barcelona chairs manufactured by the German Company, Waldemar Stiegler
Category
Mid-20th Century German Bauhaus Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
Mid Century White 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 white Barcelona chairs designed by Mies van der Rohe were
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel, Chrome
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
Vintage set of Barcelona Chairs - Ludwig Mies van der Rohe - Knoll International
By Knoll
Located in Buggenhout, Oost-Vlaanderen
Great matching Barcelona chair set in its original black leather in a mint condition.
Bought in
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather
H 77 in W 75 in D 77 in
Mies van der Rohe for Knoll Barcelona Chairs circa 1979 Pair Available
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll
Located in Atlanta, GA
Iconic Barcelona Lounge Chairs, designed by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe for Knoll, American, circa
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
Pair Barcelona Chairs, Black Leather and Stainless Steel, Mies for Knoll, Signed
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll
Located in Kansas City, MO
All original timeless classic pair of black leather and hand polished stainless steel Barcelona
Category
Vintage 1970s American Bauhaus Lounge Chairs
Materials
Stainless Steel
H 30.25 in W 29.5 in D 30 in
Knoll Barcelona Lounge Chair Mies van der Rohe, Black Leather, Stainless, 1960s
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Koby Knoll Click
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Knoll Barcelona lounge chair Mies van der Rohe, black leather, stainless, 1960s
Labelled, Knoll
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Stainless Steel
H 30 in W 30 in D 30 in
Early Pair MCM Knoll Barcelona Chairs Black Leather Mies van der Rohe 1961
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Portland, OR
A collectors pair of Early Knoll Associates production Mies van der Rohe Barcelona chairs, 1961
Category
Mid-20th Century American Bauhaus Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
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
1980s Mies van der Rohe for Knoll Barcelona Lounge Chair in Black Leather
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an authentic circa 1980s production Knoll Barcelona chair, originally designed by Mies van
Category
Vintage 1980s American Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather
H 30.25 in W 29.5 in D 30 in
Mies Van der Rohe Barcelona Chair in Gold Leaf Leather w/ Gold Plated Frame
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Philadelphia, PA
original metal fabricators that produced the Barcelona chair for Knoll.
We were told by the owner of
Category
2010s American Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
H 30.25 in W 29.5 in D 30 in
Batlló Bench In Solid Oak by Antoni Gaudí Spanish modernist design, Barcelona
By Antoni Gaudí
Located in Barcelona, ES
–varnished solid oak– in order to reproduce all the rich detail displayed by the originals when they were
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Art Nouveau Chairs
Materials
Oak
H 40.56 in W 66.93 in D 31.89 in
Kaare Klint Red Chair, Rud Rasmussen, Original Niger Leather and Mahogany frame
By Rud Rasmussen, Kaare Klint
Located in Copenhagen, DK
'Barcelona Chair' by Kaare Klint with deep patina in original Niger leather, profiled legs of mahogany and
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
H 35.04 in W 22.84 in D 18.51 in
Original Antique Cafe Chair by J&J Kohn Ltd
By J & J Kohn & Mundus
Located in Tarleton, GB
Hub Barcelona.
A lovely original chair with the makers mark still in place. Hand crafted and
Category
Antique Early 1900s Austrian Art Deco Side Chairs
Materials
Beech, Elm
Kaare Klint for Rud Rasmussen Set of Four 'Red Chairs' in Original Leather
By Kaare Klint, Rud Rasmussen
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Kaare Klint for Rud Rasmussen, set of four dining chairs, 'The Red Chair', model 4751, original
Category
Vintage 1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Brass
H 33.27 in W 20.48 in D 20.08 in
Kaare Klint for Rud Rasmussen Set of Four 'Red Chairs' in Original Leather
By Kaare Klint, Rud Rasmussen
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Kaare Klint for Rud Rasmussen, set of four dining chairs 'The Red Chair', model 3949, original
Category
Vintage 1920s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
H 33.47 in W 18.51 in D 19.69 in
Pair of Catalan Modernist Wooden Chairs, circa 1920
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Pair of Cataln modernist wooden chairs,
Designed for the Palace of Justice in Barcelona
Category
Vintage 1920s Spanish Arts and Crafts Chairs
Materials
Wood
Jordi Vilanova Rush Chairs, Set of Four
By Jordi Vilanova i Bosch
Located in Barcelona, ES
Set of four chairs designed by Jordi Vilanova i Bosch in Barcelona around 1960. Modern lines
Category
Vintage 1960s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Rush, Hardwood
Jacob Kjaer set of 6 dining chairs Oak and original Niger leather, 1930's
By Jacob Kjaer
Located in Uccle, BE
Set of 6 Oak chairs with original patinated Niger leather.
Jacob Kjær (1896–1957) was a Danish
Category
Early 20th Century European Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
H 33.86 in W 19.69 in D 20.48 in
Kaare Klint KK47000 "Safari" Chair in Patinated Leather, Denmark, 1930s
By Kaare Klint
Located in Utrecht, NL
condition. Wear consistent with age and use. Some minor scratches on the wood. The chair has its original
Category
Vintage 1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
H 31.7 in W 22.64 in D 24.61 in
Spanish Art Nouveau Antoni Gaudi Style Pair of Carved Ashwood Side Chairs
Located in Barcelona, ES
A pair of Art Nouveau chairs made of carved ashwood and upholstered with their original floral
Category
Early 20th Century Spanish Art Nouveau Chairs
Materials
Wood, Velvet
H 36.62 in W 15.75 in D 17.72 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
Pair of Jacob Kjær Lounge Chairs Mahogany and Niger Leather, Scandinavian Modern
By Jacob Kjaer
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Jacob kjær - scandinavian modern.
A beautiful pair of lounge chairs, designed and manufactured
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
H 33.08 in W 25.6 in D 29.53 in
Beautiful Ico Parisi '856' Leather Lounge Chairs, Cassina, 1957
By Ico Parisi
Located in bergen op zoom, NL
Lovely and important pair of original 1957 Ico Parisi “856” lounge chairs finished in high quality
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chair in the Milo Baughman's Style
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Miami, FL
Barcelona chair by Mies Van der Rohe's designs.
Features a solid metal frame painted in a bronze color and
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
Pair of Tugendhat Chairs in White Leather by Mies Van Der Rohe, 1929
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Chicago, IL
Der Rohe’s Barcelona chair and features a chrome plated steel cantilever base and curved arms. This
Category
Vintage 1980s German Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Leather and Chrome Lounge Chairs in the Style of Florence Knoll, 1960s, Pair
By Florence Knoll
Located in bergen op zoom, NL
make an interesting alternative to Mies' ubiquitous 'Barcelona' chair.
Category
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome
H 35.04 in W 23.82 in D 29.73 in
Solid Chrome F60 "Easy" Lounge Chairs by Karl-Erik Ekselius for J. O. Carlsson
By Karl-Erik Ekselius, J.O. Carlsson
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
Set of 8 Chrome and Leather Dining Chairs
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Las Vegas, NV
seat give these a real modern, Barcelona chair feel. A rare find as a set of 8 in this condition
Category
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Set of 3 Red Amanta Lounge Chairs/Sofa by Mario Bellini for C&B Italia, 1970s
By Mario Bellini, C&B Italia
Located in Padova, IT
Barcelona chair by Mies van der Rohe.
Interesting features are the rear cut of the shell which increases
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Plastic
H 27.56 in W 31.5 in D 31.5 in
Thonet Bauhaus Brno Style Chairs Chrome & Cognac Leather Cantilever Set of 12
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Thonet, Lilly Reich
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
Cane and Chrome MR10 Cantilever Chairs by Mies Van Der Rohe, Knoll 1970s reissue
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll
Located in Edinburgh, Scotland
version of the chair came in 1928 after the original leather-slung chairs of the previous year. They were
Category
Mid-20th Century American Bauhaus Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Steel, Chrome
H 30.99 in W 19.26 in D 27.25 in
Stamped circa 1890 J&J Jacob & Josef Kohn Bentwood Bergere Armchair Part Suite
By Jacob & Josef Kohn
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely and extremely rare original Jacob & Josef No.41
Category
Antique 1890s Austrian Victorian Chairs
Materials
Beech
H 36.23 in W 18.51 in D 21.07 in
Josep Palau Oller Spanish Pair of Armchairs in Brown Leather
By Josep Palau Oller 1
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Josep Palau Oller, pair of lounge chairs, stained beech, leather, brass, Barcelona, Spain, circa
Category
Vintage 1930s Spanish Art Deco Lounge Chairs
Materials
Brass
1970s MCM Knoll Poppy Orange Wool & Chrome Bertoia Diamond Armchair
By Harry Bertoia, Knoll
Located in Basel, BS
design is written in pieces such as Mies’ elegant Barcelona Chair, Saarinen’s pedestal Tulip chair
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Museum Quality Antique William Birch Adolf Loos Knieschwimmer Lounge Armchair
By William Birch
Located in GB
leg is stamped WB for William Birch, he was the original designer in the Victorian era, the chair also
Category
Antique 1880s English Victorian Lounge Chairs
Materials
Hardwood
H 35.04 in W 30.32 in D 43.9 in
High Back Barcelona Chair by Kaare Klint
By Kaare Klint, Rud Rasmussen
Located in Sagaponack, NY
An elegant and finely detailed armchair mahogany that retains its original striated horsehair
Category
Vintage 1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Brass
Rare Barcelona Ottomans by Mies van der Rohe for G.R. Griffith, Original Label
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Gerald R. Griffith
Located in Buffalo, NY
ottomans feature sharper edges on the cross bars. Examples of Chicago-produced Barcelona chair began to
Category
Vintage 1960s American Bauhaus Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Stainless Steel
H 14.5 in W 23 in D 21.5 in
Ludwig Mies Van Der Rohe Bauhaus Red Barcelona Lounge Chair for Knoll, 1972
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll
Located in Vicenza, IT
Barcelona lounge chair, designed by Ludwig Mies Van der Rohe in 1929 and manufactured by Knoll
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Bauhaus Daybeds
Materials
Chrome
H 30.32 in W 29.53 in D 29.93 in
Ludwig Mies van der Rohe 'Barcelona' chair for Knoll made in USA 1965
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Paris, FR
Ludwig Mies van der Rohe 'Barcelona' chair for Knoll made in USA 1965Chrome steel base , detachable
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Steel
Ludwig Mies Van Der Rohe Red Barcelona Lounge Chair for Knoll, 1972, Set of 2
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll
Located in Vicenza, IT
Set of 2 Barcelona lounge chair, designed by Ludwig Mies Van der Rohe in 1929 and manufactured by
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Bauhaus Daybeds
Materials
Chrome
H 30.32 in W 29.53 in D 29.93 in
1935 Set of Two Restored Kaare Klint Barcelona or The Red Chair by Rud Rasmussen
By Rud Rasmussen, Kaare Klint
Located in Knebel, DK
1935 set of two restored Kaare Klint "Barcelona-" or "The Red Chair" by Rud Rasmussen
The set made
Category
Vintage 1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Mahogany, Walnut
H 35.44 in W 25.6 in D 18.12 in
Original Chair L Painting by Alberto Labad 'Bilbao, Spain'
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Original oil on canvas by Alberto Labad. Titled "El Diseno Es Una Fiesta" Alberto Labad, a self
Category
1990s Spanish Post-Modern Paintings
Materials
Canvas
Barcelona Daybed by Mies Van Der Rohe for Knoll International, 1960s, Signed
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll
Located in Los Angeles, CA
first half of the Knoll International years.
This rare original 1st-Generation 'Barcelona Daybed
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Materials
Stainless Steel
Mies Van Der Rohe Label Stamped Barcelona Table, Knoll Products, circa 1970s
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll
Located in Buffalo, NY
1930. Chromed steel "X" frame form also found in the Barcelona chair. Authentic "KP" stamp on the
Category
Vintage 1970s Bauhaus Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Stainless Steel
Ludwig Mies Van Der Rohe Bauhaus Coffee Leather Barcelona Daybed for Knoll, 1970
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll
Located in Vicenza, IT
International in 1972.
Made of chromed steel and leather.
Excellent vintage condition.
The Barcelona chair
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Bauhaus Daybeds
Materials
Chrome
H 25.6 in W 37.8 in D 77.96 in
Ludwig Mies Van Der Rohe Bauhaus White Leather Barcelona Daybed for Knoll, 1970s
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll
Located in Vicenza, IT
International in 1972.
Made of chromed steel and leather.
Excellent vintage condition.
The Barcelona chair
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Bauhaus Daybeds
Materials
Chrome
H 25.6 in W 37.8 in D 77.96 in
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Find many varieties of an authentic original barcelona chair available at 1stDibs. Each original barcelona chair for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using animal skin, leather and metal. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer original barcelona chair, there are earlier versions available from the 20th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. An original barcelona chair, designed in the Mid-Century Modern or Modern style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. Many designers have produced at least one well-made original barcelona chair over the years, but those crafted by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll and Florence Knoll are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
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The average selling price for an original barcelona chair at 1stDibs is $7,500, while they’re typically $2,245 on the low end and $12,500 for the highest priced.
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Questions About Original Barcelona Chair
- 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.
- 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.
- 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 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.
- 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022The slipper chair originated in 18th century Europe. It was used in women’s bedrooms as seating for when maids would assist them in putting on their slippers. Today, a slipper chair refers to a low-slung chair. Browse a selection of modern and antique slipper chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022One way to authenticate an original Wassily chair is to look at the stainless frame. There will be no weld in the corners, and will look like a continuous piece, with no cap on the end. Shop a collection of expertly vetted Wassily chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023The original Eames chair was made out of molded plywood and leather. Charles and Ray Eames designed the iconic mid-century modern chair for Herman Miller in 1958. On 1stDibs, find a variety of Eames chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The original Eames chair and matching ottoman were designed by Charles and Ray Aemes for the Herman Miller furniture company in 1956. The Eames chair is considered the epitome of modern interior design and is widely coveted by home decor enthusiasts. Browse a range of authenticated Eames chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022In 1949, Hans Wegner made the original Wishbone chair, a bentwood piece with a curved rail and Y-back. Today, Carl Hansen & Søn manufactures the chair based on Wegner's original design. You can find a variety of Hans Wegner chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022There are a number of ways that you can tell an original Marcel Breuer chair. One trick is to examine the frame. If you see end caps, you're likely looking at a replica. Authentic Breuer chairs featured polished, welded ends. Some chairs also feature stickers that identify the model name located under their seats. On 1stDibs, find a collection of expertly vetted Marcel Breuer chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 21, 2020
The design has changed over the years, but most antique carver chairs were made of wood. Antique carver chairs were wide chairs made in 17th century New England — with backs that featured several supporting spindles — although there were no spindles between the armrests and the seat. Antique carver chairs were typically topped with decorative ornaments.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Which chair is best for a George Nakashima Origins for Widdicomb desk is largely a matter of preference. George Nakashima chairs with Shaker-inspired spindle backs like the Mira and Conoid tend to complement the lines of the desks in the collection. However, you can mix and match styles to create an eclectic look. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of George Nakashima desks and chairs.
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