Vintage Contemporary Cutout Topiary Chair After Richard Schultz
By Richard Schultz
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This vintage contemporary cutout chair, inspired by Richard Schultz, features a sleek, modern
Late 20th Century American Chairs
Metal
Vintage Contemporary Cutout Topiary Chair After Richard Schultz
By Richard Schultz
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This vintage contemporary cutout chair, inspired by Richard Schultz, features a sleek, modern
Metal
Richard Schultz Chairs for Knoll Up to 20
By Richard Schultz, Knoll
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Rare model 1407 chairs designed by Richard Schultz for Knoll for a short period of time. Beautiful
Steel
1993 Prototype Richard Schultz Topiary Collection Cafe Dining Chair
By Richard Schultz
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a Richard Schultz Topiary Collection stacking cafe chair prototype with a black
Steel
$1,250
H 32 in W 24 in D 24 in
Prototype Richard Schultz 2002 Collection Stainless & Leather Dining Chair
By Richard Schultz
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a Richard Schultz 2002 Collection stainless steel dining chair prototype with
Steel
Set of Four Richard Schultz 1966 Series Dining Chairs
By Richard Schultz, Knoll
Located in Chicago, IL
Richard Schultz 1966 series Knoll. Set of four outdoor dining chairs Model No. 1966-46-H. Seat and
Stainless Steel, Steel
$1,450
H 32 in W 24 in D 24 in
2001 Prototype Richard Schultz 2002 Collection Mesh Cantilever Dining Chair
By Richard Schultz
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a Richard Schultz 2002 Collection stainless steel cantilever dining chair
Stainless Steel
Richard Schultz's Knoll 1407 Chairs
By Richard Schultz, Shiro Kuramata, Knoll, Ettore Sottsass
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Very rare chairs. These chairs by Richard Shultz designed inspired by the purist function using
Metal
$1,425
H 32 in W 21.25 in D 23 in
2022 Richard Schultz for CondeHouse Slat Chair in Ebonized Wood and Aluminum
By Richard Schultz
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Slat Chair, originally designed by Richard Schultz in 1984. This particular example was
Oak
$1,450
H 28 in W 28 in D 28 in
2011 Prototype Richard Schultz Mateo Collection Raw Aluminum & Mesh Dining Chair
By Richard Schultz
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a Richard Schultz 2011 Mateo Collection aluminum lounge chair prototype with
Aluminum
$1,500
H 32 in W 24 in D 24 in
2001 Prototype Richard Schultz 2002 Collection Stainless Steel Mesh Dining Chair
By Richard Schultz
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a Richard Schultz 2002 Collection stainless steel dining chair prototype with
Stainless Steel
$1,950
H 22 in W 23 in D 31 in
1980 Richard Schultz & Knoll Prototype Flat Matte Black Outdoor Dining Armchair
By Richard Schultz
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a Richard Schultz stainless steel armchair prototype with perforated steel seat
Steel
$1,000
H 30 in W 18 in D 20 in
Prototype Richard Schultz for Steelcase Sheet Metal Dining Chair from Circa 1985
By Steelcase, Richard Schultz
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a Richard Schultz sheet metal dining chair prototype for Steelcase, dating to
Aluminum
$2,500 / set
H 26 in W 22.5 in D 20 in
Armless Mid-Century Modern Patio Chairs by Richard Schultz for Knoll
By Richard Schultz, Knoll
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Richard Schultz, crafted for Knoll in 1966 at the request of Florence Knoll. Built to withstand salt air
Steel
$2,250 / item
H 36 in W 25.25 in D 76 in
1970s Richard Schultz for Knoll Adjustable Chaise Lounge Chair 2x Available
By Knoll, Richard Schultz
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a 1966 Adjustable Chaise Lounge, originally designed by Richard Schultz for Knoll and
Aluminum
$8,850 / set
H 32 in W 20 in D 15 in
Eight Dining Chairs by Richard Schultz for Knoll, White Frames, Red Orange Seats
By Richard Schultz
Located in Kansas City, MO
Set of 8 Richard Schultz dining chairs, made by Knoll, 1960s. The frames and seat backs have been
Steel
$3,295 / set
H 29.5 in W 22 in D 23.5 in
Mid-Century Patio Lounge Chairs Florence Knoll Richard Schultz
By Florence Knoll, Richard Schultz
Located in Baltimore, MD
Set of four patio lounge armchairs by famous designer Richard Schultz for Florence Knoll, made in
Aluminum
$1,160 / item
H 31 in W 19 in D 15.5 in
Richard Schultz For Knoll Side Chair With Integrated Ashtray (Pair)
By Richard Schultz, Knoll
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Dining/side chair designed by Richard Schultz for Knoll, produced circa 1960s. The chair’s overall
Aluminum, Chrome
$2,950 / set
H 26.5 in W 22.5 in D 28.5 in
1973 Pair of Richard Schultz for Knoll 1966 Series Rare Armless Lounge Chairs
By Knoll, Richard Schultz
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is an original pair of rare 1966 series armless lounge chairs, designed by Richard
Aluminum
$1,150
H 26 in W 26 in D 28.25 in
2020 Knoll Richard Schultz 1966 Series Outdoor Lounge Chair w/ Arm & Beige Frame
By Richard Schultz, Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a 2020 production lounge chair with arms designed by Richard Schultz and
Metal
$3,500
H 14 in W 29 in D 76 in
1963 Richard Schultz for Knoll Associates Model 715 Adjustable Chaise Lounge
By Knoll, Richard Schultz
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an uncommon steel grid Chaise Lounge, Model 715, designed by Richard Schultz for Knoll
Steel
$1,875 / set
H 33.5 in W 23.5 in D 60.5 in
Set of Three Richard Schultz for Knoll 1966 Leisure Group Contour Chaise Lounges
By Richard Schultz, Knoll
Located in St. Louis, MO
Set of three Richard Schultz for Knoll contour chaise lounges. First introduced in 1966 as part of
Aluminum
Richard Schultz Prototype Swell outdoor lounge chair
By Richard Schultz
Located in Chicago, IL
Richard Schultz Prototype Swell lounge chair From Richard Schultz Design, Inc. USA, circa 2005
Aluminum
Single Rocker Richard Schultz 1966 Outdoor Collection
By Richard Schultz
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Richard Schultz Design, this chair features a light grey powder-coated aluminum frame with bronze mesh
Aluminum, Bronze
$1,415
H 26 in W 26 in D 28.25 in
Richard Schultz All Black Garden Lounge Chair from the '1966 Collection'
By Richard Schultz
Located in Aramits, Nouvelle-Aquitaine
Richard Schultz designed all black garden lounge chair from the 'Leisure Collection', now called
Aluminum
Richard Schultz for Knoll Set of Four Dining Chairs—1960s
By Knoll, Richard Schultz
Located in Chicago, IL
Richard Schultz for Knoll Set of Four Dining Chairs—1960s Originally introduced as part of the
Aluminum
Richard Schultz for Knoll Set of Six Dining Chairs—1960s
By Knoll, Richard Schultz
Located in Chicago, IL
Richard Schultz for Knoll Set of Six Dining Chairs—1960s Originally introduced as part of the
Aluminum
$3,550 / item
H 26.78 in W 22.84 in D 28.35 in
Lounge Chairs by Richard Schultz for Knoll International, United States, 1960s
By Richard Schultz, Knoll
Located in Antwerp, BE
Lounge chairs by Richard Schultz from his 1966 collection. Designed at the request of Florence
Steel
$1,300
H 26 in W 26 in D 28.25 in
2022 Richard Schultz for Knoll 1966 Collection Lounge Chair w/ Aluminum Frame
By Knoll, Richard Schultz
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a 1966 Collection Outdoor Lounge Chair, Model 1966-25, originally designed by Richard
Aluminum
$7,600Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 27 in Dm 56 in
Knoll Topiary Dining Set by Richard Schultz… Six Dining Chairs & Table
Located in Water Mill, NY
Topiary Collection Dining Set designed by Richard Schultz for Knoll in 1996,consisting of six
Aluminum
Richard Schultz Prototype Aluminum Stacking Chair #2
By Richard Schultz
Located in New York, NY
Prototype stacking chair hand-built of aluminum by furniture designer and artist Richard Schultz as
Aluminum
Richard Schultz Prototype Aluminum Stacking Chair #1
By Richard Schultz
Located in New York, NY
and artist Richard Schultz as a full-size 3-D model exploring the ergonomic and sculptural qualities
Aluminum
Richard Schultz Bar Stool
By Richard Schultz
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Pristine condition Richard Schultz Bar Stools. Grey/Taupe seat with Silver outdoor finish. Great
Metal
Unavailable
H 31.25 in W 23.25 in D 24.5 in
Set of Four 1966 Collection Outdoor Chairs by Richard Schultz
By Richard Schultz
Located in Dorchester, MA
1966 outdoor chairs were produced by Richard Schultz Designs just after the company was purchased by
Aluminum
Pair of Richard Schultz Leather and Chrome RS48 Lounge Chairs
By Richard Schultz
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of Richard Schultz Leather and Chrome RS48 Lounge Chairs from Nienkamper. Leather and chrome
Chrome
Pair of Richard Schultz by Knoll Mid Century Modern Chairs
By Knoll, Richard Schultz
Located in Melville, NY
Pair of Richard Schultz dining chairs, made by Knoll circa 1960s. Off white steel frame and Black
Steel
Richard Schultz Bar Stools or Chairs
By Richard Schultz
Located in Phoenix, AZ
Sold in pairs, these original Richard Schultz bar stools are in exceptional condition. Barely used
Steel
Unavailable
H 26 in W 26 in D 28.25 in
Aluminum and Leather 1966 Collection Lounge Chair by Richard Schultz for Knoll
By Knoll, Richard Schultz
Located in Dorchester, MA
From Richard Schultz's collection for Knoll known widely as the 1966 Collection, the clean lines of
Aluminum
Pair of Richard Schultz Lounge Chairs for Knoll
Located in Cathedral City, CA
Vintage Richard Schultz lounge chairs, original slings and powder coated aluminum frames. Chaise
RICHARD SCHULTZ
By Knoll, Richard Schultz
Located in Chicago, IL
Armless Lounge Chair,possibly a prototype. This style was never made for production and is a unique
Aluminum
Knoll Richard Schultz Garden Chairs, Pair
By Richard Schultz
Located in Astoria, NY
Richard Schultz (American, b. 1926) for Knoll 1966 collection dining chairs (designed 1966), for
Metal
Richard Schultz dining chairs for Knoll
By Richard Schultz, Knoll
Located in Chicago, IL
Set of 6 dining chairs designed by Richard Schultz for Knoll. Fully restored and reupholstered.
Fiberglass, Fabric
Aluminum Frame Leather Chair with Ottoman by Richard Schultz
By Richard Schultz
Located in Ferndale, MI
Aluminum Frame Leather Chair with Ottoman by Richard Schultz for Schultz 1966 Series. Chair: 26
Pair of Richard Schultz Leather and Chrome RS48 Lounge Chairs
By Richard Schultz, Nienkamper
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of Richard Schultz leather and chrome RS48 lounge chairs from Nienkamper. Leather and chrome
Chrome
Knoll / Schultz Lounge Chairs
By Richard Schultz
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A pair of lounge chairs with off white mesh seating, brown leather type edge trim sitting on white
Aluminum
Richard Schultz for Knoll Side Desk Chair
By Richard Schultz, Knoll
Located in Pasadena, TX
A side or desk chair designed by Richard Schultz for Knoll's Art Metal series in the 1960s
Aluminum
Sold
H 26.5 in W 22.5 in D 27.75 in
Original Vintage Richard Schultz pair of LOW Lounge Chairs Patio Outdoor Garden
By Richard Schultz
Located in Chicago, IL
Original Vintage Richard Schultz pair of low lounges. This is the desirable seat form which is low
Pair of Lounge Chairs by Richard Schultz for Knoll 1966 Collection
By Richard Schultz, Knoll
Located in San Diego, CA
Handsome pair of armless lounge chairs with designed by Richard Schultz as part of his 1966
Aluminum
Pair of Richard Schultz Metal Arts Collection Chairs For Knoll
By Knoll, Richard Schultz
Located in Miami, FL
SOLD This pair of mid century modern chairs by Richard Schultz have a decidedly space age modern
Sold
H 26 in W 26 in D 28.25 in
Pair of Sling Lounge Chairs by Richard Schultz for Knoll 1966 Collection
By Richard Schultz, Knoll
Located in San Diego, CA
Handsome pair of sling lounge chairs with arms designed by Richard Schultz as part of his 1966
Aluminum
Double Rocker by Richard Schultz for Knoll 1966 Collection
By Richard Schultz, Knoll
Located in San Diego, CA
Super fun double rocker designed by Richard Schultz as part of his 1966 collection for Knoll, circa
Aluminum
Sold
H 33.5 in W 26.75 in D 24.38 in
Set of Six Topiary Collection Dining Chairs by Richard Schultz for Knoll, 1997
By Knoll, Richard Schultz
Located in Hamburg, PA
were designed by renowned designer Richard Schultz who creates objects to look like art and sculpture
Aluminum
Sold
H 36 in W 25.5 in D 76.5 in
Richard Schultz 1966 Adjustable Outdoor Chaise Lounges for Knoll - a Pair
By Knoll, Richard Schultz
Located in Miami, FL
white powder coated aluminum frame originally designed by Richard Schultz for Knoll. These were produced
Aluminum
Richard Schultz Outdoor Lounge Chairs
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Set of 4 Richard Schultz outdoor Lounge Chairs from the 1966 Collection
Richard Schultz Pair of Lounge Chairs Series 1966
By Richard Schultz
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Pair of Richard Schultz 1966 Series lounge chairs. Chairs date to the 1970's but were repainted
Aluminum
Richard Schultz for Knoll - 4 Chairs and Table
By Richard Schultz
Located in Norwalk, CT
Love the orange table top --a hard enamel finish. The modern classic chairs and table legs are cast
Sold
H 30.5 in W 32 in D 32 in
Pair of Richard Schultz for Knoll Topiary Collection Lounge Chairs 1997
By Richard Schultz
Located in Middlesex, NJ
Pair of Richard Schultz for Knoll Topiary Collection Lounge Chairs 1997
Aluminum
Richard Schultz Garden Lounge Chair Knoll International 1966
By Knoll, Richard Schultz
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
For sure the nicest vintage designed garden furniture around. This chair is designed by Richard
Aluminum
Richard Schultz for Knoll Tables Set of 3
By Richard Schultz
Located in North Miami, FL
3 Richard Schultz cast aluminum and steel tables circa 1966. These examples are all original. The
Aluminum, Steel
Pair of Outdoor Patio Chairs by Richard Schultz for Knoll
By Knoll, Richard Schultz
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
An iconic outdoor patio set, these four chairs were designed by Richard Schultz for Florence Knoll
Metal
Sold
H 29 in W 23 in D 20 in
Pair of Richard Schultz 1966 Series Lounge Chair with Arms for B & B Italia
By Richard Schultz
Located in Richmond, Surrey
Richard Schultz 1966 series originally and still produced by Knoll. This pair were produced by B
Metal
Three Piece Aluminum Outdoor Set by Richard Schultz for Knoll
By Richard Schultz
Located in Ferndale, MI
Early Production Three Piece Aluminum Outdoor Set by Richard Schultz for Knoll. Chair: 32" wide x
Set of 4 Outdoor Patio Chairs by Richard Schultz for Knoll
By Knoll, Richard Schultz
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
An iconic outdoor patio set, these four chairs were designed by Richard Schultz for Florence Knoll
Polyester
Knoll / Schultz Chaise Lounge Chair
By Richard Schultz
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A Knoll chaise lounge chair which defined the outdoor three season summer living look for the 60's
Aluminum
Pair of Richard Schultz Adjustable Outdoor Lounges
Located in New York, NY
Lovely pair of lounges from Richard Schultz's classic outdoor furniture group, originally designed
Aluminum
A pair of vintage Richard Schultz 1966 Lounge Chairs for Knoll
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A Vintage pair of lounge chairs designed by Richard Schultz for the 1966 Knoll leisure collection
Aluminum
Sold
H 29.5 in W 23.25 in D 24.5 in
Set of Six Richard Schultz for Knoll 1966 Outdoor Dining Chairs in Chestnut
By Richard Schultz, Knoll
Located in Hamburg, PA
A functional and stylish set of six modern outdoor dining chairs designed by Richard Schultz for
Aluminum
Sold
H 29.25 in W 23.25 in D 23.5 in
Matching Pair of Mid-Century Modern Outdoor Patio Armchairs by Richard Schultz
By Richard Schultz, Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A matching pair of Richard Schultz patio chairs from the 1966 collection and produced by Knoll
Aluminum
Sold
H 28.75 in W 23.25 in D 24.5 in
Mid-Century Modern Set of Enameled Table 6 Chairs by Richard for Knoll Schultz
By Florence Knoll, Richard Schultz
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Iconic set by Richard Schultz for Knoll C 1966. Enameled Table with 6 chairs, 2 armchairs, 4 side
Aluminum
Pair Richard Schultz Chaise Longue Chairs Knoll
Located in Atlanta, GA
Pair of contour chaise longue chairs designed as part of 1966 collection by Richard Schultz for
Steel
Early 1960's Richard Schultz for Knoll lounge chair
Located in Palm Springs, CA
An early Richard Schultz for Knoll lounge chair. It is pictured in the new Knoll book, and was
Iron
Early 1960's Richard Schultz for Knoll lounge chair
Located in Palm Springs, CA
An early Richard Schultz for Knoll lounge chair. It is pictured in the new Knoll book, and was
Iron
Sold
H 29 in W 23 in D 23 in
Set of Six Richard Shultz Mid Century Modern Outdoor Dining Chairs for Knoll
By Florence Knoll, Richard Schultz
Located in Port Jervis, NY
vintage condition with minimal wear. All are armchairs, seat hgt is 16. All tagged Richard Schultz.
Aluminum
Sold
H 26.75 in W 32.5 in D 33 in
Knoll Limited Edition 'Topiary Cushion Lounge Chairs' and Side Table, 1997
By Knoll, Richard Schultz
Located in Hamburg, PA
A fabulous set of Knoll "Topiary" garden chairs and side table. Designed by Richard Schultz. This
Aluminum
Sold
H 28.75 in Dm 54 in
Mid Century Modern Eero Saarinen Laminated Tulip Table and Six Schultz Chairs
Located in Winnetka, IL
Richard Schultz 1966 "Split" Chairs.
Laminate
Set of Six Richard Schultz Side Chairs
By Richard Schultz
Located in St. Louis, MO
1960s Side chairs designed by Richard Schultz for Knoll, nice original condition, original vinyl
Chrome
Richard Schultz 1966 Collection Dining Table and Chairs
By Richard Schultz
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
dining table measures 60' by 38" by 28" Applied Richard Schultz Labels. This is price right to sell fast
Aluminum
Pair of Richard Schultz Outdoor Chairs and Medium Table
By Richard Schultz
Located in Phoenix, AZ
Richard Schultz’s 1966 Collection is regarded as the first modern outdoor furniture and has
Aluminum, Enamel, Steel
Pair of 1966 Lounge Chairs by Richard Schultz, Knoll
By Richard Schultz
Located in Utrecht, NL
Pair of 1966 lounge chair with arms by Richard Schultz, Knoll in all white (Petal Table in other
Richard Schultz Knoll Studio Topiary Side Chairs, Set of 3
By Richard Schultz
Located in Astoria, NY
Richard Schultz (American, 1926 - 2021) for Knoll Studio Topiary stacking cafe side chairs
Steel
Richard Schultz for Knoll Dining Chairs 1966
By Knoll, Richard Schultz
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Set of 4 dining chairs with arms by Richard Schultz for Knoll. Chairs are made from cast and
Aluminum
Sold
H 29.25 in W 23.25 in D 17.5 in
Vintage Midcentury Richard Schultz 1966 Series Dining Chairs - Set of 8
By Richard Schultz
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A fantastic set of 8 vintage outdoor dining chairs. Made by the iconic Richard Schultz and tagged
Aluminum
Set of Four Richard Schultz Outdoor Lounge Chairs by Knoll
By Richard Schultz, Knoll
Located in Vienna, AT
Nice set of four hard to find Richard Schultz outdoor or indoor lounge chairs for Knoll 1966. The
Aluminum
Set of Five Richard Schultz for Knoll Dining Chairs
By Richard Schultz, Knoll
Located in Dallas, TX
A set of five dining chairs by Richard Schultz, manufactured by Knoll.
Metal
Set of Four Richard Schultz 1966 Series Armless Lounge Chairs
By Knoll, Richard Schultz
Located in Chicago, IL
Richard Schultz for 1966 series for Knoll. Set of four outdoor lounge chairs. No longer in
Stainless Steel, Metal
Set of 4 Richard Schultz Chairs for Knoll
By Knoll, Richard Schultz
Located in New York, NY
Set of 4 pedestal chairs designed by Richard Schultz for Knoll circa 1960's. The chairs feature a
Chrome
Sold
H 29.25 in W 19.75 in D 23 in
Mid-Century Modern Armless Patio Side Chairs or Lounge Chairs by Richard Schultz
By Richard Schultz, Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A matching pair of vintage chairs by Richard Schultz and produced by Knoll in the 1970's. These
Aluminum
Sold
H 26 in W 46 in D 28.25 in
2021 Richard Schultz 1966 Two Seat Outdoor Lounge Chairs / Loveseat for Knoll
By Richard Schultz, Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
lounge chair / loveseat designed by Richard Schultz and produced by Knoll. This piece was constructed
Aluminum
Early Richard Schultz Model 715 Chaise Longue for Knoll
By Knoll, Richard Schultz
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
1963 Richard Schultz design. Wonderful adjustable chaise with Bertoia technology, welded wire frame
Metal
Mandarin Chairs by Ettore Sottsass for Knoll (up to 30)
By Ettore Sottsass, Knoll
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Iconic Postmodern Mandarin chairs designed by Ettore Sottsass for Knoll in amazing period Uphostery original and in good condition. Black enamel steel legs and sculptural undulating ...
Steel
$3,750
H 16.5 in W 32 in D 32 in
1997 Richard Schultz Topiary Outdoor Coffee Table Custom Aluminum Finish Knoll
By Richard Schultz
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is an exceptionally rare and unusual outdoor Richard Schultz topiary coffee table from 1997. This piece was produced by Richard Schultz Designs, prior to Knoll re-acq...
Aluminum
$4,750
H 34.5 in W 26 in D 55 in
1997 Richard Schultz Topiary Outdoor Bench with Custom Aluminum Finish #2
By Richard Schultz
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is an exceptionally rare and unusual outdoor Richard Schultz topiary bench. What is particularly unique about this bench is that it has a natural aluminum finish, not...
Aluminum
Many of today’s most popular outdoor furniture designs exist thanks to the talents of designer Richard Schultz. Working in his fluid mid-century modern style, Schultz introduced a wealth of unimposing pieces to gardens and outdoor spaces that proved highly influential in the decades that followed. The airy shapes and timeless appeal of his vintage patio furniture and other works reflect his motto: “Form follows technique.”
Born Moses Richard Schultz in Lafayette, Indiana, in 1926, he displayed an early talent for building steam engines in his family’s basement. Although he had an aptitude for engineering, Schultz's struggles with mathematics later prevented him from completing his engineering coursework at Iowa State University. He joined the U.S. Navy, working as a radio operator. Following his military service, he enrolled at the Institute of Design in Chicago.
After he graduated in 1950, Schultz traveled to Europe, where he spent the summer sketching. When he returned to the United States in 1951, he applied for a position as a designer at the furniture manufacturer Knoll Inc. It is said that Florence Knoll — the company's cofounder and a visionary designer in her own right — hired him on the spot based solely on his sketches.
At Knoll's production facilities in Pennsylvania, Schultz was initially tasked with supporting Italian-American designer and metalsmith Harry Bertoia with the Bertoia Wire collection.
Schultz’s 715 chaise longue, with its adjustable frame and signature solid wheel, paired well with Bertoia’s celebrated woven steel-wire work. It was acquired in 1963 by the Museum of Modern Art for the institution's permanent collection. Another iconic piece Schultz produced around this time was the Petal table. Its wooden “petal” tabletop and enameled metal base were inspired by the plant known as Queen Anne’s lace.
In 1966, one of Schultz’s most esteemed series, the Leisure collection (reissued in 1992 as the 1966 collection), was developed when Florence Knoll requested some outdoor furniture for her Florida home that could withstand the salty ocean air. Schultz designed a line of aluminum patio coffee tables and lounge chairs that were not only fashionable and comfortable but also wouldn't rust.
In 1972, Knoll laid off its designers as part of the company's cost-cutting measures at the time. Schultz's role was a casualty of the reorganization, and he started his design studio — Richard Schultz Design — out of a Pennsylvania farmhouse. He enjoyed success with another of his influential pieces, the Paradigm office chair, which he sold to furniture manufacturer Stow & Davis in 1978. In 2012, Knoll acquired Richard Schultz Design and reissued many of his classic works.
Schultz is recognized today for having been one of the 20th century’s most celebrated outdoor furniture creators.
Shop vintage Richard Schultz tables, seating and other 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.