Frank Lloyd Wright Chairs

American, 1867-1959

Without question the greatest architect the United States has ever produced, Frank Lloyd Wright and his philosophy of “organic architecture” — of buildings that exist in harmony with their natural surroundings — had a profound influence on the shape of modern life.

Wright gave us some of the most elegant and iconic buildings in America: residences such as Fallingwater, in rural Pennsylvania, the Robie House in Chicago, and Taliesin, Wright’s own home; and masterful institutional structures that include the Unity Temple in Oak Park, Illinois, the Johnson Wax headquarters in Racine, Wisconsin, and the Guggenheim Museum in New York. Whenever possible, Wright designed the furniture for his projects, to ensure an affinity between a building’s exterior and interior.

Wright’s wooden chairs and tables for his “Prairie Houses” of the early 1900s have sleek, attenuated forms, influenced by both the simplicity of traditional Japanese design and the work of Gustav Stickley and other designers of the Arts and Crafts movement.

For Taliesin and several residential projects, Wright designed severely geometric chairs that are marvels of reductivist design. He revisited many of these forms in the 1950s in furniture licensed to the North Carolina firm Henredon, adding a decorative frieze-like element to the edges of tables and stools. Owing to a cross-licensing agreement between Henredon and Heritage at the time, Wright's lines of the era are usually labeled Heritage-Henredon.

The works on 1stDibs also show how happily Wright embraced new forms and materials. His desks and chairs for Johnson Wax have a streamlined look and use tubular steel to the same effect as designer Warren McArthur, who collaborated with Wright in the interiors of the Arizona Biltmore Hotel. For the Price Tower (1956) in Oklahoma, Wright designed angular wooden desks as well as upholstered pedestal chairs made of chromed steel — audacious furniture for his tallest completed building project.

The beauty of Frank Lloyd Wright’s furniture designs is that while many of us wish we could live in one of his houses, his vintage sofas, storage cabinets and armchairs connect us directly to his architecture, and to the history he made.

Creator: Frank Lloyd Wright

Barrel Chair from the B. Harley Bradley House by Frank Lloyd Wright

$58,000

Barrel Chair from the B. Harley Bradley House by Frank Lloyd Wright

By Frank Lloyd Wright

Located in San Francisco, CA

Barrel Chair from the B. Harley Bradley House by Frank Lloyd Wright Quarter-sawn oak barrel-form chair designed by Frank Lloyd Wright for the B. Harley Bradley House in Kankakee, Il...

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Early 1900s American Modern Antique Frank Lloyd Wright Chairs

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Steel

Frank Lloyd Wright "Barrel" Chairs for Cassina, Black Leather, 1937, Set of 2

$6,700 / set

Frank Lloyd Wright "Barrel" Chairs for Cassina, Black Leather, 1937, Set of 2

By Frank Lloyd Wright, Cassina

Located in Lonigo, Veneto

Frank Lloyd Wright "Barrel" chairs for Cassina, patinated wood and black leather seat, Italy, 1937, set of 2 A timeless design informed by exceptional constructive complexity, the ...

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1930s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Frank Lloyd Wright Chairs

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Velvet, Wood

Frank Lloyd Wright "Barrel" Chairs for Cassina, Black Leather, 1937, Set of 6

$19,800 / set

Frank Lloyd Wright "Barrel" Chairs for Cassina, Black Leather, 1937, Set of 6

By Cassina, Frank Lloyd Wright

Located in Lonigo, Veneto

Frank Lloyd Wright "Barrel" chairs for Cassina, black leather and wood, Italy, 1937, set of six. A timeless design informed by exceptional constructive complexity, the iconic "Barr...

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1930s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Frank Lloyd Wright Chairs

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Leather, Wood

Frank Lloyd Wright "Barrel" Chairs for Cassina, Black Leather, 1937, Set of 4

$13,200 / set

Frank Lloyd Wright "Barrel" Chairs for Cassina, Black Leather, 1937, Set of 4

By Frank Lloyd Wright, Cassina

Located in Lonigo, Veneto

Frank Lloyd Wright "Barrel" chairs for Cassina, black leather and wood, Italy, 1937, set of four. A timeless design informed by exceptional constructive complexity, the iconic "Bar...

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1930s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Frank Lloyd Wright Chairs

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Wood, Leather

Frank Lloyd Wright "Barrel" Chairs for Cassina, Burgundy Velvet, 1937, Set of 2

$6,700 / set

Frank Lloyd Wright "Barrel" Chairs for Cassina, Burgundy Velvet, 1937, Set of 2

By Cassina, Frank Lloyd Wright

Located in Lonigo, Veneto

Frank Lloyd Wright "Barrel" chairs for Cassina, wood and burgundy velvet seat, Italy, 1937, set of 2 A timeless design informed by exceptional constructive complexity, the iconic "...

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1930s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Frank Lloyd Wright Chairs

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Velvet, Wood

Frank Lloyd Wright "Barrel" Chair for Cassina, Black Leather, 1937

$3,956 / item

Frank Lloyd Wright "Barrel" Chair for Cassina, Black Leather, 1937

By Cassina, Frank Lloyd Wright

Located in Lonigo, Veneto

Frank Lloyd Wright "Barrel" chair for Cassina, patinated wood and black leather seat, Italy, 1937. A timeless design informed by exceptional constructive complexity, the iconic "Ba...

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1930s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Frank Lloyd Wright Chairs

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Wood, Leather

Frank Lloyd Wright "Barrel" Chairs for Cassina, Butter Velvet, 1937, Set of 2

$7,500 / set

Frank Lloyd Wright "Barrel" Chairs for Cassina, Butter Velvet, 1937, Set of 2

By Cassina, Frank Lloyd Wright

Located in Lonigo, Veneto

Frank Lloyd Wright "Barrel" chair for Cassina, patinated wood and butter white velvet seat, Italy, 1937, set of two. A timeless design informed by exceptional constructive complexit...

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1930s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Frank Lloyd Wright Chairs

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Velvet, Wood

Frank Lloyd Wright "Barrel" Chairs for Cassina, Burgundy Velvet, 1937, Set of 4

$13,500 / set

Frank Lloyd Wright "Barrel" Chairs for Cassina, Burgundy Velvet, 1937, Set of 4

By Cassina, Frank Lloyd Wright

Located in Lonigo, Veneto

Frank Lloyd Wright "Barrel" chairs for Cassina, patinated wood and burgundy velvet seat, Italy, 1937, set of four. A timeless design informed by exceptional constructive complexity...

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1930s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Frank Lloyd Wright Chairs

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Velvet, Wood

Frank Lloyd Wright "Barrel" Chair for Cassina, Burgundy Velvet, 1937

$3,355

Frank Lloyd Wright "Barrel" Chair for Cassina, Burgundy Velvet, 1937

By Cassina, Frank Lloyd Wright

Located in Lonigo, Veneto

Frank Lloyd Wright "Barrel" chairs for Cassina, patinated wood and burgundy velvet seat, Italy, 1937, set of one. A timeless design informed by exceptional constructive complexity,...

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1930s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Frank Lloyd Wright Chairs

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Velvet, Wood

Frank Lloyd Wright "Barrel" Chairs for Cassina, Black Leather, 1937, Set of 3

$9,960 / set

Frank Lloyd Wright "Barrel" Chairs for Cassina, Black Leather, 1937, Set of 3

By Frank Lloyd Wright, Cassina

Located in Lonigo, Veneto

Frank Lloyd Wright "Barrel" chair for Cassina, patinated wood and black leather seat, Italy, 1937. A timeless design informed by exceptional constructive complexity, the iconic "Ba...

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1930s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Frank Lloyd Wright Chairs

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Leather, Wood

Barrel-Back Chair circa 1905, by Frank Lloyd Wright for the Frank L. Smith Bank

$36,944

Barrel-Back Chair circa 1905, by Frank Lloyd Wright for the Frank L. Smith Bank

By Frank Lloyd Wright

Located in LAMBLORE, FR

Crafted in solid wood, it highlights the master’s appreciation for natural and durable materials. Its geometric, understated structure is defined by a semi-circular backrest that par...

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Early 1900s Prairie School Antique Frank Lloyd Wright Chairs

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Oak

Barrel-Back Chair from the Frank L. Smith Bank by Frank Lloyd Wright

$35,000

Barrel-Back Chair from the Frank L. Smith Bank by Frank Lloyd Wright

By Frank Lloyd Wright

Located in San Francisco, CA

Barrel-Back Chair from the Frank L. Smith Bank by Frank Lloyd Wright United States, 1905 Barrel-back chair designed by Frank Lloyd Wright for the Frank L. Smith Bank in Dwight, Illi...

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Early 1900s American Modern Antique Frank Lloyd Wright Chairs

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Oak

Cassina 614 Coonley 2 Chairs by Frank Lloyd Wright, Set of Six

$18,825Sale Price / set|30% Off

Cassina 614 Coonley 2 Chairs by Frank Lloyd Wright, Set of Six

By Cassina, Frank Lloyd Wright

Located in Rochester, England

Introducing the iconic 614 Coonley 2 Chair by renowned architect Frank Lloyd Wright, now available at Rehaus. Crafted by Cassina, this chair is a classic mid century piece, featuring...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Frank Lloyd Wright Chairs

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Leather, Wood

Frank Lloyd Wright "Barrel" Chairs for Cassina, Beige Velvet, 1937, Set of 2

$7,800 / set

Frank Lloyd Wright "Barrel" Chairs for Cassina, Beige Velvet, 1937, Set of 2

By Cassina, Frank Lloyd Wright

Located in Lonigo, Veneto

Frank Lloyd Wright "Barrel" chairs for Cassina, patinated wood and beige velvet seat, Italy, 1937, Set of 2 A timeless design informed by exceptional constructive complexity, the ic...

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1930s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Frank Lloyd Wright Chairs

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Velvet, Wood

Frank Lloyd Wright "Barrel" Chairs for Cassina, Beige Velvet, 1937, Set of 8

$31,200 / set

Frank Lloyd Wright "Barrel" Chairs for Cassina, Beige Velvet, 1937, Set of 8

By Frank Lloyd Wright, Cassina

Located in Lonigo, Veneto

Frank Lloyd Wright "Barrel" chairs for Cassina, wood and beige velvet seat, Italy, 1937, set of eight A timeless design informed by exceptional constructive complexity, the iconic "...

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1930s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Frank Lloyd Wright Chairs

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Velvet, Wood

Barrel chair by Frank Lloyd Wright from 1937 produced by Cassina in 1986

$4,528

Barrel chair by Frank Lloyd Wright from 1937 produced by Cassina in 1986

By Cassina, Frank Lloyd Wright

Located in Ravenna, IT

Barrel chair with armrests designed by Frank Lloyd Wright in 1937 and produced by Cassina in 1986. The semicircular frame made of natural, walnut-stained cherry wood brings a monumen...

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1980s Italian Modern Vintage Frank Lloyd Wright Chairs

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Leather, Wood

Frank Lloyd Wright "Barrel" Chairs for Cassina, Butter Velvet, 1937, Set of 4

$15,000 / set

Frank Lloyd Wright "Barrel" Chairs for Cassina, Butter Velvet, 1937, Set of 4

By Cassina, Frank Lloyd Wright

Located in Lonigo, Veneto

Frank Lloyd Wright "Barrel" chair for Cassina, patinated wood and butter white velvet seat, Italy, 1937, set of four. A timeless design informed by exceptional constructive complexi...

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1930s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Frank Lloyd Wright Chairs

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Velvet, Wood

Frank Lloyd Wright "Barrel" Chairs for Cassina, Burgundy Velvet, 1937, Set of 6

$16,500 / set

Frank Lloyd Wright "Barrel" Chairs for Cassina, Burgundy Velvet, 1937, Set of 6

By Cassina, Frank Lloyd Wright

Located in Lonigo, Veneto

Frank Lloyd Wright "Barrel" chairs for Cassina, patinated wood and velvet seat, Italy, 1937, set of six. A timeless design informed by exceptional constructive complexity, the ic...

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1930s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Frank Lloyd Wright Chairs

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Velvet, Wood

Set of 16 American Mahogany Dining Chairs

$78,000 / set

Set of 16 American Mahogany Dining Chairs

By Frank Lloyd Wright

Located in Queens, NY

Set of 16 American 1940s style (Frank Lloyd Wright design) mahogany & metal geometric form dining chairs with a high back & flared arms with an upholstered s...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Frank Lloyd Wright Chairs

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Metal, Steel

Frank Lloyd Wright "Barrel" Chairs for Cassina, 1937, Burgundy Velvet, Set of 8

$22,000 / set

Frank Lloyd Wright "Barrel" Chairs for Cassina, 1937, Burgundy Velvet, Set of 8

By Frank Lloyd Wright, Cassina

Located in Lonigo, Veneto

Frank Lloyd Wright "Barrel" chairs for Cassina, patinated wood and velvet seat, Italy, 1937, set of 8. A timeless design informed by exceptional constructive complexity, the icon...

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1930s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Frank Lloyd Wright Chairs

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Velvet, Wood

Frank Lloyd Wright "Barrel" Chair for Cassina, Beige Velvet, 1937

$3,900

Frank Lloyd Wright "Barrel" Chair for Cassina, Beige Velvet, 1937

By Cassina, Frank Lloyd Wright

Located in Lonigo, Veneto

Frank Lloyd Wright "Barrel" chair for Cassina, patinated wood and beige velvet seat, Italy, 1937 A timeless design informed by exceptional constructive complexity, the iconic "Barre...

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1930s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Frank Lloyd Wright Chairs

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Velvet, Wood

Frank Lloyd Wright "Barrel" Chairs for Cassina, Ivory Velvet, 1937, Set of 6

$22,500 / set

Frank Lloyd Wright "Barrel" Chairs for Cassina, Ivory Velvet, 1937, Set of 6

By Cassina, Frank Lloyd Wright

Located in Lonigo, Veneto

Frank Lloyd Wright "Barrel" chair for Cassina, patinated wood and butter white velvet seat, Italy, 1937, set of six. A timeless design informed by exceptional constructive complexit...

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1930s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Frank Lloyd Wright Chairs

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Velvet, Wood

Pair of Chairs by Frank Lloyd Wright

$12,500 / set

Pair of Chairs by Frank Lloyd Wright

By Frank Lloyd Wright

Located in Dallas, TX

Pair of chairs designed by Frank Lloyd Wright for the Kalita Humphreys Theater, 1955, Dallas Texas. The theater's design was considered bold and innovative. It was based on Frank Llo...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Frank Lloyd Wright Chairs

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Steel

Frank Lloyd Wright "Barrel" Chair for Cassina, Butter White Velvet, 1937

$3,750

Frank Lloyd Wright "Barrel" Chair for Cassina, Butter White Velvet, 1937

By Cassina, Frank Lloyd Wright

Located in Lonigo, Veneto

Frank Lloyd Wright "Barrel" chair for Cassina, patinated wood and butter white velvet seat, Italy, 1937 A timeless design informed by exceptional constructive complexity, the iconic...

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1930s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Frank Lloyd Wright Chairs

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Velvet, Wood

Frank Lloyd Wright "Barrel" Chair for Cassina, Red Velvet, 1937

$3,750

Frank Lloyd Wright "Barrel" Chair for Cassina, Red Velvet, 1937

By Cassina, Frank Lloyd Wright

Located in Lonigo, Veneto

Frank Lloyd Wright "Barrel" chair for Cassina, patinated wood and red velvet seat, Italy, 1937 A timeless design informed by exceptional constructive complexity, the iconic "Barrel"...

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1930s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Frank Lloyd Wright Chairs

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Velvet, Wood

Frank Lloyd Wright "Barrel" Chairs for Cassina, Beige Velvet, 1937, Set of 6

$23,400 / set

Frank Lloyd Wright "Barrel" Chairs for Cassina, Beige Velvet, 1937, Set of 6

By Cassina, Frank Lloyd Wright

Located in Lonigo, Veneto

Frank Lloyd Wright "Barrel" chairs for Cassina, patinated wood and beige velvet seat, Italy, 1937, set of six A timeless design informed by exceptional constructive complexity, the ...

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1930s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Frank Lloyd Wright Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Frank Lloyd Wright "Barrel" Chairs for Cassina, Red Velvet, 1937, Set of 8

$30,000 / set

Frank Lloyd Wright "Barrel" Chairs for Cassina, Red Velvet, 1937, Set of 8

By Cassina, Frank Lloyd Wright

Located in Lonigo, Veneto

Frank Lloyd Wright "Barrel" chairs for Cassina, wood and red velvet seat, Italy, 1937, Set of 8 A timeless design informed by exceptional constructive complexity, the iconic "Barrel...

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1930s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Frank Lloyd Wright Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Frank Lloyd Wright "Barrel" Chairs for Cassina, Ivory Velvet, 1937, Set of 8

$30,000 / set

Frank Lloyd Wright "Barrel" Chairs for Cassina, Ivory Velvet, 1937, Set of 8

By Cassina, Frank Lloyd Wright

Located in Lonigo, Veneto

Frank Lloyd Wright "Barrel" chair for Cassina, wood and butter white velvet seat, Italy, 1937, set of eight. A timeless design informed by exceptional constructive complexity, the i...

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1930s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Frank Lloyd Wright Chairs

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Velvet, Wood

Frank Lloyd Wright "Barrel" Chairs for Cassina, Beige Velvet, 1937, Set of 4

$15,600 / set

Frank Lloyd Wright "Barrel" Chairs for Cassina, Beige Velvet, 1937, Set of 4

By Cassina, Frank Lloyd Wright

Located in Lonigo, Veneto

Frank Lloyd Wright "Barrel" chairs for Cassina, patinated wood and beige velvet seat, Italy, 1937, Set of 4 A timeless design informed by exceptional constructive complexity, the ic...

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1930s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Frank Lloyd Wright Chairs

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Frank Lloyd Wright "Barrel" Chairs for Cassina, Red Velvet, 1937, Set of 6

$22,500 / set

Frank Lloyd Wright "Barrel" Chairs for Cassina, Red Velvet, 1937, Set of 6

By Cassina, Frank Lloyd Wright

Located in Lonigo, Veneto

Frank Lloyd Wright "Barrel" chairs for Cassina, patinated wood and red velvet seat, Italy, 1937, Set of 6 A timeless design informed by exceptional constructive complexity, the icon...

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1930s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Frank Lloyd Wright Chairs

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Velvet, Wood

Frank Lloyd Wright "Barrel" Chairs for Cassina, Red Velvet, 1937, Set of 4

$15,000 / set

Frank Lloyd Wright "Barrel" Chairs for Cassina, Red Velvet, 1937, Set of 4

By Cassina, Frank Lloyd Wright

Located in Lonigo, Veneto

Frank Lloyd Wright "Barrel" chairs for Cassina, patinated wood and red velvet seat, Italy, 1937, Set of 4 A timeless design informed by exceptional constructive complexity, the icon...

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1930s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Frank Lloyd Wright Chairs

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Velvet, Wood

Frank Lloyd Wright "Barrel" Chairs for Cassina, Red Velvet, 1937, Set of 2

$7,500 / set

Frank Lloyd Wright "Barrel" Chairs for Cassina, Red Velvet, 1937, Set of 2

By Cassina, Frank Lloyd Wright

Located in Lonigo, Veneto

Frank Lloyd Wright "Barrel" chairs for Cassina, patinated wood and red velvet seat, Italy, 1937, Set of 2 A timeless design informed by exceptional constructive complexity, the icon...

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1930s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Frank Lloyd Wright Chairs

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Velvet, Wood

Frank Lloyd Wright chairs for sale on 1stDibs.

Frank Lloyd Wright chairs are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of wood and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Frank Lloyd Wright chairs, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. We have 7 vintage editions of these items in-stock, while there is 3 modern edition to choose from as well. Many of the original chairs by Frank Lloyd Wright were created in the mid-century modern style in italy during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider chairs by Pozzi, Pierre Cardin, and Giotto Stoppino. Prices for Frank Lloyd Wright chairs can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $3,604 and can go as high as $90,000, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $8,782.

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Questions About Frank Lloyd Wright Chairs

What is Frank Lloyd Wright style?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Frank Lloyd Wright broke away from Victorian-era architecture and created “Prairie-Style” out of the belief that there should be fewer, larger rooms that flowed easily. He was also a key player in the Art Deco movement. Shop a collection of expertly vetted Frank Lloyd Wright pieces from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
What style is Frank Lloyd Wright?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024
The style of Frank Lloyd Wright’s work is Prairie style. The architect pioneered the style, which draws inspiration from the natural beauty of the landscapes of the Midwest region of the U.S. Wright's design philosophy emphasized organic architecture, with buildings existing in harmony with their natural surroundings. His approach to architectural design had a profound influence on the shape of modern life, both while he was actively designing buildings and during the decades that followed. Shop a diverse assortment of Frank Lloyd Wright furniture on 1stDibs.
Did Frank Lloyd Wright make furniture?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
Yes, Frank Lloyd Wright designed furniture. He believed that the interior of a home should complement its exterior. As a result, he created unique pieces for many of the buildings he designed. Some of his most notable pieces include the Taliesin Group cabinet and the Allen table. Find a range of Frank Lloyd Wright furniture on 1stDibs.
Does Frank Lloyd Wright make lamps?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Yes, Frank Lloyd Wright made lamps. A stained-glass lamp he designed in the early 1900s was found at an antique shop in Chicago, abandoned during World War II. The lamp went on to break records at Christie’s auction, selling for over $700,000 in 1998. Shop a collection of expertly vetted Frank Lloyd Wright pieces from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
What materials did Frank Lloyd Wright use?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
Frank Lloyd Wright used a variety of materials. For his homes and commercial buildings, the American architect favored natural materials and obtained them from local sources whenever possible. Some materials commonly featured in Wright's buildings include concrete, zinc, glass bricks, stone and wood. Wright’s wooden chairs and tables for his “Prairie Houses” of the early 1900s have sleek, attenuated forms, influenced by both the simplicity of traditional Japanese design and the work of Gustav Stickley and other designers of the Arts and Crafts movement. His desks and chairs for Johnson Wax have a streamlined look and feature tubular steel. Shop a variety of Frank Lloyd Wright furniture on 1stDibs.
Where is Frank Lloyd Wright's most famous house?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
Frank Lloyd Wright's most famous house is arguably in Mill Run, a small community located in the Laurel Highlands region of southwestern Pennsylvania. Wright designed the home, called Fallingwater, in 1935 for the Kaufman family, who founded and owned a department store chain. Located around 70 miles southeast of Pittsburgh, the home is now open for daily tours. Just 7 miles away from Fallingwater is a second Frank Lloyd Wright home, Kentuck Knob. Designed in 1954, it was formerly the home of the Hagan family, who were friends with the Kaufmans. Explore a range of Frank Lloyd Wright furniture on 1stDibs.
How many homes did Frank Lloyd Wright design?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
Frank Lloyd Wright designed more than 1,000 homes and other structures over the course of his life. However, only about 400 of those designs were ever built. Some of his most famous homes include Fallingwater, the Frederick C. Robie House, the Hollyhock House, the Darwin D. Martin House and Taliesin. Explore a diverse assortment of Frank Lloyd Wright furniture on 1stDibs.
How many Frank Lloyd Wright buildings are left?
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1stDibs ExpertJune 6, 2024
Around 430 Frank Lloyd Wright buildings are left. The American architect designed thousands of buildings throughout his career, but only 511 of his works were ever built. Some of these were lost to natural disasters, while others were demolished by their owners. On 1stDibs, explore an assortment of Frank Lloyd Wright furniture.
What is the difference between Le Corbusier and Frank Lloyd Wright?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024
The main difference between Frank Lloyd Wright and Le Corbusier is the architects’ philosophy. Frank Lloyd Wright helped pioneer organic architecture—buildings that coexist harmoniously with their natural surroundings. As a result, he often preferred to use natural and even local materials in his buildings and furniture. Le Corbusier was more progress-minded and sought to impose rational order on the world's chaos through design. He focused on designs for living in modern urban settings. In his furniture, he tended to blend natural and human-made materials, such as tubular chrome and genuine leather. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Frank Lloyd Wright and Le Corbusier furniture.
What is Frank Lloyd Wright's style of architecture called?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Frank Lloyd Wright's architecture style was known as the Prairie Style; his principles led to a better life for all. From low-pitched roofs to overhanging eaves against closed-in Victorian era designs, prevalent in their confined spaces, among other things. Find vintage and modern Frank Lloyd Wright's pieces from top sellers on 1stDibs.
What style of furniture did Frank Lloyd Wright use?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
The style of furniture that Frank Lloyd Wright used varied. Wright's wooden chairs and tables for his “Prairie Houses” of the early 1900s have sleek, attenuated forms, influenced by both the simplicity of traditional Japanese design and the work of Gustav Stickley and other designers of the Arts and Crafts movement. For several residential projects, Wright designed severely geometric chairs that are marvels of reductivist design. For the Price Tower in Oklahoma, Wright designed angular wooden desks as well as upholstered pedestal chairs made of chromed steel that are more in line with the mid-century modern style. On 1stDibs, shop a range of Frank Lloyd Wright furniture.
How many Frank Lloyd Wright houses are in Pennsylvania?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
There are four Frank Lloyd Wright houses in Pennsylvania. They include Fallingwater in Stewart Township, Kentuck Knob in Ohiopyle, Suntop Homes in Ardmore and the Don Duncan House in Acme. In addition, Wright designed the Francis Little House Library in Allentown and the Beth Sholom Synagogue in Elkins Park. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of Frank Lloyd Wright furniture.
Why is the Robie House by Frank Lloyd Wright called Prairie-style architecture?
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1stDibs ExpertNovember 26, 2024
The Robie House by Frank Lloyd Wright is called Prairie-style architecture because of its characteristics. Wright pioneered Prairie-style architecture by designing homes in the Midwest using inspiration from the prairie landscapes found in the region. The earthy colors and organic textures of the Robie House’s brick, stucco and wood materials bring to mind the color of the prairies, and its low-pitched roof, strong horizontal lines and elongated rectangular windows reflect the flatness of the terrain. Inside, the home features wide-open spaces that provide extended sight lines similar to how you can see far into the distance when gazing out across a flat prairie. Shop a collection of Frank Lloyd Wright furniture on 1stDibs.

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