Set of 6 Bronze Chairs designed by Warren Platner for Knoll
By Warren Platner
Located in Dallas, TX
This fabulous set of 6 bronze Warren Platner Chairs are ready for your reinvention!
Bronze, Steel
Vintage Platner Style Wire Dining Chairs - Set of 6
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This vintage set of six Platner-style wire dining chairs brings sculptural mid-century elegance to the dining room. Each chair is built on a chrome-plated steel frame formed from clo...
Steel, Chrome
6x Warren Platner Arm Chairs – Knoll International – Nickel-Plated – Hallingdal
By Knoll, Warren Platner
Located in Wadersloh, Germany
Note: The offer includes 6 Platner Arm Chairs. Any other furniture or decorative elements shown in the photos are for illustration purposes only and are not part of the sale.
Steel, Nickel
Set of 6 Chairs by Warren Platner, Knoll International, 1970s
By Warren Platner
Located in Berlin, Berlin
Set of 6 armchairs designed by Warren Platner. U.S.A., Knoll International, 1966.
Metal
Warren Platner Arm Chairs for Knoll- Set of 6
By Warren Platner, Knoll
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A set of 6 arm chairs by Warren Platner for Knoll. One of the most iconic designs of the midcentury- so much so that they are sold to this day (starting at over $4,500 each).
Metal
Sold
H 29.14 in W 27.56 in D 22.05 in
Set of 6 Warren Platners Chairs in cream/beige fabric by Knoll International
By Warren Platner, Knoll
Located in amstelveen, NL
Warren Platner dining chairs, beige kvadrat fabric, set of 6, Knoll International In 1966, the Platner Collection captured the “decorative, gentle, graceful' shapes that were beginn...
Wool
Platner Chairs Set of 6 Dining Chairs
Located in New Orleans, LA
Platner chairs set of 6 iron and fabric by Warren Platner for Knoll, 1970s.
Steel
Sold
H 22.05 in W 26.78 in D 21.66 in
Warren Platner dining chairs in bronze and brown leather, Knoll International
By Warren Platner
Located in amstelveen, NL
Warren Platner chairs, set of 6, Knoll International In 1966, the Platner Collection captured the “decorative, gentle, graceful' shapes that were beginning to infiltrate the modern...
Bronze
Set of 6 armchairs by waren platner
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
Can be used as chair or armchair
Chrome
Sold
H 29.5 in W 25.5 in D 18 in
ON HOLD-JV-SEASONAL DEAL-Set of Six 6 Warren Platner Dining Arm Chairs for Knoll
By Warren Platner, Knoll
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of 6 tan naugahyde steel wire armchairs by Warren Platner for Knoll.
Steel
Set of 6 Warren Platner Dining Chairs
By Warren Platner
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
Iron and fabric, dining chairs, by Warren Platner for Knoll, 1970`s.
Iron
Set of 6 Warren Platner Dining Chairs
By Warren Platner
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
Iron and fabric, dining chairs, by Warren Platner for Knoll, 1970`s.
Iron
Six Warren Platner Dining Chairs
By Warren Platner
Located in Southampton, NY
Platner table and 6 more chairs also available. Please inquire and see website.
Metal
Set of Six Warren Platner Chairs with Copper Finish
By Warren Platner
Located in 0, Cuauhtemoc
Set of 6 Warren Platner Chairs with rare bronze finish and original orange fabric.
Metal
Set of 6 Warren Platner Arm Chairs
By Warren Platner
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
DESIGNER & MANUFACTURER: Warren Platner for Knoll MARKINGS: none ORIGIN & MATERIALS: USA, Nickel Plated, Wool Upholstery ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Set of 6 Warren Platner for...
Steel
Sold
H 27 in Dm 53 in
Warren Platner Dining Table & 6 Brno Chairs by Mies van der Rohe by Knoll Studio
By Knoll, Warren Platner, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Longdon, Tewkesbury
Warren Platner dining table & 6 Brno chairs by Mies van der Rohe by Knoll Platner dining table by Warren Platner for Knoll Mid-Century Modern design 20th century in 1966 The Pl...
Steel, Chrome
Five Harry Bertoia Chrome Wire Dining Chairs by Knoll
By Knoll, Harry Bertoia
Located in San Mateo, CA
Set of five Harry Bertoia side chairs manufactured by Knoll. These chairs date to around 1970. They have a chrome finish. The chairs have black vinyl seat pads. The pads are Knoll re...
Chrome
$2,720Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 30 in W 21 in D 22.5 in
Original 1960s Set of Six Harry Bertoia Side Chairs with Full Seat Covers
By Harry Bertoia
Located in New York, NY
This gorgeous set was acquired from an original owner who bought the set of six chairs in 1968 from Knoll and I have a copy of the receipts. The chairs are covered in the original re...
Metal, Steel
Warren Platner for Knoll Mid Century Dining Chairs - Pair
By Knoll, Warren Platner
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Warren Platner for Knoll Mid Century Dining Chairs - Pair Each chair measures: 29.25 wide x 23.5 deep x 30 inches high, with a seat height of 20.5 and arm height/chair clearance of ...
Metal
$20,000 / set
H 30.32 in W 35.44 in D 23.63 in
Vintage Warren Platner Lounge Chairs and Table for Knoll
By Warren Platner
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
Pair of lounge chairs and table designed by Warren Platner, circa 1970s. A Stunning set in original upholstery.
Wire
Vintage Warren Platner Bronze Dining Chairs for Knoll - Set of Four
By Warren Platner, Knoll
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Set of four bronze wire frame upholstered dining chairs in original burnt orange and red fabric. Designer: Warren Platner Manufacturer: Knoll International Year: 1960s Origin: US...
Bronze
$8,630 / set
H 30.5 in W 35.75 in D 24.5 in
Pair of Warren Platner Mid Century Modern Lounge Chairs for Knoll
By Warren Platner, Knoll
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fantastic pair of Mid Century Modern Sculptural Lounge Chairs by Warren Platner for Knoll International. An ottoman, listed separately, is also available. This pair of lounge chair...
Steel, Chrome
$18,078 / set
H 29.53 in W 28.35 in D 22.05 in
American modern metal and red fabric chairs by Warren Platner for Knoll, 1970s
By Warren Platner, Knoll
Located in MIlano, IT
American modern metal and red fabric chairs by Warren Platner for Knoll, 1970s Cockpit chairs with a round base. The structure follows curved and rounded lines and makes up the backr...
Metal
$7,000 / set
H 29 in W 27 in D 21.75 in
Vintage Pair of Warren Platner Chairs in Bronzed Steel for Knoll
By Warren Platner, Knoll
Located in North Miami, FL
An outstanding PAIR of sculptural armchairs by Warren Platner for Knoll. These are in the classic bronze finish. The upholstery has been redone in a blue mohair. Retain the original...
Steel
$2,995 / set
H 32.75 in W 18 in D 17.5 in
Set of Six French Midcentury Dining Chairs with Chrome Frames, 1970s
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
French midcentury (circa 1970) set of six dining chairs using cantilevered seats on chrome frames, in the manner of designers Willy Rizzo and Giovanni Offredi. The original upholster...
Metal, Chrome
$11,361Sale Price / set|30% Off
H 29.53 in W 27.56 in D 21.66 in
Set of Four Platner Armchairs by Warren Platner for Knoll, Steel, Velvet, 1960s
By Knoll, Warren Platner
Located in Glasgow, GB
This set of four Platner armchairs by Warren Platner for Knoll, designed in the 1960s, represents a defining example of American mid-century modern design. Each chair is constructed ...
Steel
Warren Platner for Knoll Mid Century Bronzed Steel Dining Chair
By Knoll, Warren Platner
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Warren Platner for Knoll Mid Century Bronze Dining Chair This chair measures: 27.5 wide x 21.5 deep x 29.5 inches high, with a seat height of 15 and arm height/chair clearance of 24...
Steel
Warren Platner Chrome & Fabric Lounge Chairs for Knoll, a Pair
By Warren Platner
Located in Greensboro, NC
A Pair of Warren Platner lounge chair for Knoll in a neutral herringbone woven fabric. Timeless, beautiful mid-century modern design, incredibly well made, very comfortable. These ...
Metal
$12,995 / set
H 29.5 in W 27.25 in D 21.5 in
Warren Platner for Knoll Mid Century Dining Chairs - Set of 4
By Knoll, Warren Platner
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Warren Platner for Knoll Mid Century Dining Chairs - Set of 4 Each chair measures: 27.25 wide x 21.5 deep x 29.5 inches high, with a seat height of 19 and arm height/chair clearance...
Metal
$13,500 / set
H 39.38 in W 39.38 in D 36.62 in
Pair of Warren Platner ‘Easy’ Lounge Chairs for Knoll International, circa 1980
By Warren Platner, Knoll
Located in Almelo, NL
Pair of Warren Platner ‘Easy’ Lounge Chairs for Knoll International, circa 1980 A distinguished pair of Warren Platner ‘Easy’ lounge chairs for Knoll International, USA, circa 1980...
Metal
$12,850 / set
H 29 in W 27 in D 19 in
Vintage MCM Warren Platner for Knoll Chrome Dining Chairs - Set of 4
By Knoll, Warren Platner
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This iconic set of four Warren Platner dining chairs for Knoll is a masterclass in Mid-Century Modern architectural design. Conceived in 1966, the Platner Collection transformed indu...
Chrome
Pair Warren Platner Lounge Chairs
By Warren Platner
Located in New York, NY
Pair Warren Platner lounge chairs. The chairs have brown upholstery with a nickeled steel frame.
Steel
$37,200 / set
H 23.63 in W 35.44 in D 35.44 in
Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" Sofa for B&B Italia, Green Velvet, 1970, Set of 6
By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" modular sofa for B&B Italia, green velvet, Italy, 1970, set of six. "Camaleonda" is an icon, rediscovered. Our atelier carefully restored this vintage...
Plastic, Velvet
1960s Midcentury Coffee Table by Adrian Pearsall
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Midcentury walnut coffee table designed and manufactured by Adrian Pearsall, circa 1960s. This stunning coffee table features a black laminated top with a black vinyl base. the coffe...
Faux Leather, Walnut
$9,800 / set
H 30.25 in W 36.5 in D 25.5 in
Pair of Warren Platner for Knoll Lounge Chairs in Sapphire Velvet
By Warren Platner, Knoll
Located in Culver City, CA
Available right now we have 2 pairs of Warren Platner Lounge Chairs. Priced per pair these chairs are a sublime fusion of opulence and iconic design that are timelessly chic. Crafted...
Nickel
$1,650 / item
H 16.1 in Dm 11.5 in
'Plissé White Edition' Pleated Textile Table Lamp by Folkform for Örsjö
By Örsjö Industri AB
Located in Los Angeles, CA
'Plissé White Edition' pleated textile table lamp by Folkform for Örsjö. This unique table lamp was awarded “Lighting of the Year 2022” by Residence Magazine Sweden, who called it “...
Textile
Bertu Counter Stools, White Oak Counter Stool, Chile Stool
By Bertu Furniture
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Bertu Counter Stools, White Oak Counter Stool, Chile Stool This White Oak Chile Counter Stool is beautifully constructed from solid wood in Ohio, USA. The stool is chunky and modern...
Wood, Oak
$2,033 / item
H 17.72 in W 15.75 in D 11.82 in
Brass Cabinet Modern Floating Brass Side Table Nightstand
By Renats Kotlevs
Located in Riga, LV
Exquisite custom nightstand, a masterpiece crafted from engineered wood and adorned with a polished, slightly brushed, burnished, varnished brass finish. This exceptional piece is de...
Brass
$14,950 / item
H 33.08 in W 115.36 in D 61.82 in
1950's Style Curved Velvet Sofa in Custom Velvet Colors
Located in New York, NY
The Sofa inspires itself nature where green is the predominant element and where valleys and hills prevail. The item’s details allow it to be the perfect statement piece for any cont...
Velvet, Walnut
Modern Counter Stools in Walnut, Cicely Collection
By Bertu Furniture
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
These walnut counter height cicely stools are beautifully constructed from solid walnut in Ohio, USA. This stool was style-spotted at the Spring 2022 High Point Market. These stools ...
Walnut
$1,657 / item
H 15.75 in Dm 43.31 in
Contemporary Art Deco Mint green and Red powder coated Carousel 5 arms pendant
By Mambo Unlimited Ideas
Located in Lisbon, PT
Carousel suspension lamp has a delicate balance of form and function that produces a quiet, modern light ambiance for all to savour, with its Contemporary Art Deco lines. The struct...
Metal
Golden French 1960s Pendant Flush Light
Located in New York, NY
A stunning 1960s French polished solid brass round disc fixture with 16 solid glass orbs. Five-light sources which emit light downward through the glass as well as up toward the ceil...
Brass
$16,045 / item
H 53.15 in W 125.99 in D 59.06 in
Oval Brass and Parchment Chandelier by Diego Mardegan for Glustin Luminaires
By Diego Mardegan
Located in Saint-Ouen-sur-Seine, IDF
Beautiful chandelier by Diego Mardegan for Glustin Luminaires, this other version of the spider chandelier has longer arms on the sides giving the oval shape. The metal arms paint...
Metal, Brass
$5,920Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 16 in W 26 in D 21.25 in
Set of 6 Tulip Armchairs by Eero Saarinen for Knoll, plumb upholstery, 1960's
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Chicago, IL
Eero Saarinen Tulip armchairs, with plumb upholstery. Knoll Associates, 1960's Set of 6 chairs Manufacturer "320 Park Avenue" labels attached underneath cushions, which dates back t...
Fiberglass
Set of Six Paul Frankl for Johnson "Corset" Dining Chairs
By Paul Frankl, Johnson Furniture Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful set of six Paul Frankl dining chairs for Johnson Furniture. The chairs frames are made of cerused oak and are very sturdy and comfortable. Measures: 32 inches H x 23 in...
Upholstery, Oak
Paul Evans Cityscape Dining Table Base, Burl & Brass, 1975
By Paul Evans, Directional
Located in Hanover, MA
Paul Evans Cityscape dining table base with burl veneer and brass plated stainless steel tiles. Base alone dimensions 28.5 x 49 x 19 Glass shown in photos for scale 72" x 40" Beautif...
Brass
$28,248 / set
H 24.81 in W 37.41 in D 37.41 in
Large COR Trio Sectional Sofa, Germany / Switzerland 1972 NEW VELVET UPHOLSTERY
By COR, Team Form AG
Located in Pijnacker, Zuid-Holland
Vintage COR Trio Sofa in new Dark Chocolate Brown Velvet. The velvet can easily be brushed to give it a different look, with lighter and darker brown tones (see different looks in th...
Fabric, Velvet
Arouca Table Light
By Project 213A
Located in Macieira de Sarnes, PT
AROUCA TABLE LIGHT, designed in 2024. Artisanal table light with a cube ceramic base, made in Project 213A's own ceramic workshop. Each piece is unique due to its handmade nature, s...
Ceramic, Linen
Though vintage Warren Platner chairs, sofas and interiors are icons of mid-century modernism, the architect and furniture designer took his stylistic inspiration from as far back as 18th-century France, once saying about his seminal collection for Knoll that his design intent was to evoke “the kind of decorative, gentle, graceful kind of design that appeared in period style like Louis XV.”
Indeed, the marriage of modern sensibility and classical grace is a marker of Platner’s style across furnishings and interiors — both genres in which he left an enduring legacy.
Born in 1919 in Baltimore, Maryland, Platner studied architecture at Cornell before cutting his teeth working for design icons like Eero Saarinen and Kevin Roche, eventually serving as head of interior design in the latter’s office. In 1965, Platner opened his own office, in Greenwich, Connecticut, where he continued to hone his particular brand of graceful modernism.
Knoll released the Platner Collection of seating and tables in 1966. (Originally designed in 1962, the suite took nearly four years of development to bring to life.)
The decorative bent-metal-and-glass pieces — an armchair, a dining table and more — make certain nods to the trademarks of his former employers, but also to the shapes of historic European furniture. The sculptural elegance of his line recalls Saarinen’s iconic Tulip collection, which includes armchairs and dining tables, while his materiality aligns with Roche’s cutting-edge use of glass and metal for the headquarters of the Ford Foundation in New York.
Many of Platner’s Knoll pieces would go on to find homes in a certain fabled locale: the Windows on the World restaurant at the original World Trade Center, whose interiors Platner was tapped to outfit in the mid-1970s. Upon the opening of the restaurant in 1976, New York Times architecture critic Paul Goldberger dubbed its style “sensuous modernism” — an apt tagline for Platner’s oeuvre as a whole.
Platner died in 2006 at the age of 86. His furniture is still produced by Knoll, and original examples — along with idiosyncratic custom works he created for interior design clients — are coveted by collectors today.
Find vintage Warren Platner furniture on 1stDibs.
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.