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Harry Bertoia Seating

American, Italian, 1915-1978

Sculptor, furniture and jewelry designer, graphic artist and metalsmith, Harry Bertoia was one of the great cross-disciplinarians of 20th-century art and design and a central figure in American mid-century modernism. Among furniture aficionados, Bertoia is known for his chairs such as the wire-lattice Diamond chair (and its variants such as the tall-backed Bird chair) designed for Knoll Inc. and first released in 1952.

As an artist, he is revered for a style that was his alone. Bertoia’s metal sculptures are by turns expressive and austere, powerful and subtle, intimate in scale and monumental. All embody a tension between the intricacy and precision of Bertoia’s forms and the raw strength of his materials: steel, brass, bronze and copper.

Fortune seemed to guide Bertoia’s artistic development. Born in northeastern Italy, Bertoia immigrated to the United States at age 15, joining an older brother in Detroit. He studied drawing and metalworking in the gifted student program at Cass Technical High School. Recognition led to awards that culminated, in 1937, in a teaching scholarship to attend the Cranbrook Academy of Art in suburban Bloomfield Hills, one of the great crucibles of modernism in America

At Cranbrook, Bertoia made friendships — with architect Eero Saarinen, designers Charles and Ray Eames and Florence Schust Knoll and others — that shaped the course of his life. He taught metalworking at the school, and when materials rationing during World War II limited the availability of metals, Bertoia focused on jewelry design. He also experimented with monotype printmaking, and 19 of his earliest efforts were bought by the Guggenheim Museum.

In 1943, he left Cranbrook to work in California with the Eameses, helping them develop their now-famed plywood furniture. (Bertoia received scant credit.) Late in that decade, Florence and Hans Knoll persuaded him to move east and join Knoll Inc. His chairs became and remain perennial bestsellers. Royalties allowed Bertoia to devote himself full-time to metal sculpture, a medium he began to explore in earnest in 1947.

By the early 1950s Bertoia was receiving commissions for large-scale works from architects — the first came via Saarinen — as he refined his aesthetic vocabulary into two distinct skeins. One comprises his “sounding sculptures” — gongs and “Sonambient” groupings of rods that strike together and chime when touched by hand or by the wind. The other genre encompasses Bertoia’s naturalistic works: abstract sculptures that suggest bushes, flower petals, leaves, dandelions or sprays of grass. 

As you will see on these pages, Harry Bertoia was truly unique; his art and designs manifest a wholly singular combination of delicacy and strength.

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Creator: Harry Bertoia
Five Harry Bertoia Chrome Wire Dining Chairs by Knoll
Five Harry Bertoia Chrome Wire Dining Chairs by Knoll

Five Harry Bertoia Chrome Wire Dining Chairs by Knoll

By Harry Bertoia, Knoll

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...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Harry Bertoia Seating

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Chrome

Pair of Harry Bertoia for Knoll 2016 Chrome Diamond Chairs with Seat Covers
Pair of Harry Bertoia for Knoll 2016 Chrome Diamond Chairs with Seat Covers

Pair of Harry Bertoia for Knoll 2016 Chrome Diamond Chairs with Seat Covers

By Harry Bertoia, Knoll

Located in St. Louis, MO

Pair of classic Bertoia small chrome diamond lounge chairs, originally designed by Harry Bertoia in 1952. These are a more recent production by Knoll, made in the USA, circa 2016. Th...

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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Harry Bertoia Seating

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Steel, Chrome

Bertoia for Knoll Chrome Diamond Chair with Full Pad Cover C 1960/1970s
Bertoia for Knoll Chrome Diamond Chair with Full Pad Cover C 1960/1970s

Bertoia for Knoll Chrome Diamond Chair with Full Pad Cover C 1960/1970s

By Harry Bertoia, Knoll

Located in New York, NY

Iconic Diamond chair designed by Harry Bertoia for Knoll. This example was executed in the chrome plated finish, and comes with its original Knoll full pad cover ( somewhat crunchy b...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Harry Bertoia Seating

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Chrome

Set of Six Harry Bertoia Model 420 Chairs with Cushions for Knoll, USA
Set of Six Harry Bertoia Model 420 Chairs with Cushions for Knoll, USA

Set of Six Harry Bertoia Model 420 Chairs with Cushions for Knoll, USA

By Harry Bertoia, Knoll

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Set of Six Harry Bertoia Model 420 Chairs with Cushions for Knoll, USA Highly desirable black leather cushions on black bent wire chairs by Harry Bertoia for Knoll International. The...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Harry Bertoia Seating

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Steel

Set of Four Chrome Dining Chairs by Bertoia for Knoll
Set of Four Chrome Dining Chairs by Bertoia for Knoll

Set of Four Chrome Dining Chairs by Bertoia for Knoll

By Harry Bertoia, Knoll

Located in New York, NY

Set of matching Bertoia side, or dining, chairs in chrome with original white pad seat covers. This nice set is in very fine, original, clean and ready to use condition, the only cav...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Harry Bertoia Seating

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Chrome

Pair of Mid-Century Knoll Studio Steel Side Chairs & Pads Harry Bertoia 1970s
Pair of Mid-Century Knoll Studio Steel Side Chairs & Pads Harry Bertoia 1970s

Pair of Mid-Century Knoll Studio Steel Side Chairs & Pads Harry Bertoia 1970s

By Harry Bertoia, Knoll

Located in Portland, OR

Great pair of Mid Century Modern Harry Bertoia side Chairs by Knoll, Inc. Designed by Harry Bertoia in 1952, an iconic mid-century modern design. Bertoia created sublime grace from...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harry Bertoia Seating

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Stainless Steel

Midcentury Chrome Bar Stools by Harry Bertoia for Knoll
Midcentury Chrome Bar Stools by Harry Bertoia for Knoll

Midcentury Chrome Bar Stools by Harry Bertoia for Knoll

By Knoll, Harry Bertoia

Located in BROOKLYN, NY

Mid century classic and iconic Bertoia for Knoll stools in a high chrome finish. Architectural design, clean original condition, ready to use. Very solid and sturdy showing no loss t...

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Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Harry Bertoia Seating

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Steel, Stainless Steel, Chrome

Pair of Chrome Bertoia Bar Stools from Knoll
Pair of Chrome Bertoia Bar Stools from Knoll

Pair of Chrome Bertoia Bar Stools from Knoll

By Harry Bertoia

Located in New York, NY

Beautiful iconic Harry Bertoia stools in a high chrome finish from Knoll with airy seats and welded rods. Originally designed in the 1950s with slight changes through the years. This...

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Harry Bertoia Seating

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Steel, Chrome

Pair of Bertoia Chairs in chrome-plated steel by Harry Bertoia for Knoll, 1970s
Pair of Bertoia Chairs in chrome-plated steel by Harry Bertoia for Knoll, 1970s

Pair of Bertoia Chairs in chrome-plated steel by Harry Bertoia for Knoll, 1970s

By Harry Bertoia

Located in Bastia Umbra, IT

Pair of Bertoia Chairs in chrome-plated steel by Harry Bertoia for Knoll, Made in Italy, 1970s.  Pair of Bertoia chairs in chrome-plated steel made in the 1970s by Harry Bertoia for ...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harry Bertoia Seating

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Steel

Set of 4 White Metal Indoor / Outdoor Chairs by Harry Bertoia for Knoll
Set of 4 White Metal Indoor / Outdoor Chairs by Harry Bertoia for Knoll

Set of 4 White Metal Indoor / Outdoor Chairs by Harry Bertoia for Knoll

By Harry Bertoia, Knoll

Located in Freehold, NJ

This set of four indoor / outdoor chairs by Harry Bertoia for Knoll feature white mesh metal seats and sled legs.

 Additional set of 4 & two additional sets of 6 available separate...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Harry Bertoia Seating

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Metal

Early Knoll Bertoia Large Diamond Chair with Original Mustard Upholstery, 1950s
Early Knoll Bertoia Large Diamond Chair with Original Mustard Upholstery, 1950s

Early Knoll Bertoia Large Diamond Chair with Original Mustard Upholstery, 1950s

By Harry Bertoia

Located in Los Angeles, CA

An exceptional early-production Large Diamond Chair by Harry Bertoia for Knoll Associates, circa late 1950s. This authentic example retains its original mustard wool upholstery, 1st ...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harry Bertoia Seating

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Steel, Chrome

Mid-Century Space Age Large Diamond Chair by Harry Bertoia, 1950s
Mid-Century Space Age Large Diamond Chair by Harry Bertoia, 1950s

Mid-Century Space Age Large Diamond Chair by Harry Bertoia, 1950s

By Harry Bertoia

Located in Hamburg, DE

Rare Large Diamond Chair in black from Knoll International based on a design by Harry Bertoia from the early 1950s. The design classic among chairs. A sculptural and at the same tim...

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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Harry Bertoia Seating

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Metal

Mid Century Harry Bertoia for Knoll Black Wire Side Chair
Mid Century Harry Bertoia for Knoll Black Wire Side Chair

Mid Century Harry Bertoia for Knoll Black Wire Side Chair

By Harry Bertoia

Located in Chula Vista, CA

For your consideration, a Harry Bertoia for Knoll Black Side Chair No label present. Black Metal with original vinyl cushion. Visible use and wear. Dimensions: 30 h x 20.75 w x 22.75...

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Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Harry Bertoia Seating

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Metal

Mid-Century Slat Bench by Harry Bertoia for Knoll
Mid-Century Slat Bench by Harry Bertoia for Knoll

Mid-Century Slat Bench by Harry Bertoia for Knoll

By Knoll, Harry Bertoia

Located in BROOKLYN, NY

Wonderful mid-century slat bench or coffee table by Harry Bertoia for Knoll, 1950s. Stained ash. Early original Bowtie Label (Knoll Associates) that predates Knoll International. Has...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harry Bertoia Seating

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Steel

Harry Bertoia for Knoll Mid Century Chrome Counter Stools - Set of 4
Harry Bertoia for Knoll Mid Century Chrome Counter Stools - Set of 4

Harry Bertoia for Knoll Mid Century Chrome Counter Stools - Set of 4

By Harry Bertoia, Knoll

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Harry Bertoia for Knoll Mid Century Chrome Counter Stools - Set of 4 Each counter stool measures: 21.25 wide x 22 deep x 39.25 high, with a seat height of 28.25 inches Excellent Vi...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Harry Bertoia Seating

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Chrome

Pair of Bertoia child's chairs by Knoll
Pair of Bertoia child's chairs by Knoll

Pair of Bertoia child's chairs by Knoll

By Knoll, Harry Bertoia

Located in Highland, IN

The classic Bertoia wire chair was produced in the standard size for adults, but also in two smaller sizes for children. This pair is the larger of the two kid's sizes. They were often marketed with the Noguchi cyclone side table as a diminutive version of the dinette set to be used as a child's activity table...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harry Bertoia Seating

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Steel

Set of 4 Chairs by Harry Bertoia for Knoll Ready for Upholstery, USA,  c. 1960s
Set of 4 Chairs by Harry Bertoia for Knoll Ready for Upholstery, USA,  c. 1960s

Set of 4 Chairs by Harry Bertoia for Knoll Ready for Upholstery, USA, c. 1960s

By Harry Bertoia

Located in Deland, FL

Introducing a rare and limited set of "Diamond" chairs designed by the influential Harry Bertoia for Knoll. First designed in 1952 for Knoll, the diamond chair was by far Bertoia's most famous and recognized design and formed part of his 5-piece wire-made body of work for Knoll called the "Bertoia Collection". The Diamond chair is characterized by a fluid, sculptural form made from a welded lattice work of steel. In Bertoia's own words, "If you look at these chairs, they are mainly made of air, like (a) sculpture. Space passes right through them." The chairs were produced with varying degrees of upholstery over their light grid-work, and they were handmade at first because a suitable mass production process could not be found and that's exactly how the upholstery can be re-done for these chairs - by hand. Featuring new automotive-grade, single-stage polyurethane paint, this expansive set is ready for re-upholstery a fabric of your choosing. Harry Bertoia was an Italian-born welder, sculpture and designer who after moving to the US in 1930, began studying design at Cranbrook Academy of Art where he met and befriended the likes of Ray Eames and Florence Knoll. In 1950 he began working for Knoll creating, among others, the now iconic "Diamond Chair" and the "Bird Chair". His work has been internationally recognized for it's forward-thinking approach and it's literal bending of both metal and rules set for Modern design and his work is on permanent display across the globe in such museums as France's Musée National d'Art Moderne. Knoll, now MillerKnoll, Inc., is an American company founded in 1938 that manufactures office systems, seating, storage systems, tables, desks, textiles, and accessories for the home, office, and higher education. The company is the licensed manufacturer of furniture designed by architects and designers such as Harry Bertoia, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Florence Knoll, Frank Gehry, Charles Gwathmey, Maya Lin, Marcel Breuer, Eero Saarinen, and Lella and Massimo Vignelli. Over 40 Knoll designs, including the "Diamond Chair", can be found in the permanent design collection of the Museum of Modern Art in New York City. With their iconic warped-screen frames and famous comfort this set of "Diamond Chairs" is ideal for collectors and designers alike searching for a set of authentic, vintage Bertoia...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harry Bertoia Seating

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Metal

Large Diamond Chair by Harry Bertoia for Knoll, 1970s
Large Diamond Chair by Harry Bertoia for Knoll, 1970s

Large Diamond Chair by Harry Bertoia for Knoll, 1970s

By Harry Bertoia, Knoll

Located in bruxelles, BE

Armchair in metal and blue fabric by Harry Bertoia. Large Diamond model. Seat height: 39 cm. Wear due to time and age. For shipping, request us for receive the best price.

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1970s Central American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harry Bertoia Seating

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Metal

Harry Bertoia Study for Wire Form, Rare / Experimental 1949
Harry Bertoia Study for Wire Form, Rare / Experimental 1949

Harry Bertoia Study for Wire Form, Rare / Experimental 1949

By Harry Bertoia

Located in Buffalo, NY

Provenance: Wright Modernist 20th Century, auction 12/7/2003, Bertoia worked with the Eames' in California in the late 1940s to develop their wire form chairs. His involvement led...

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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harry Bertoia Seating

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Steel

Early Set of Four Harry Bertoia Molded Shell Side Chairs for Knoll, Labeled
Early Set of Four Harry Bertoia Molded Shell Side Chairs for Knoll, Labeled

Early Set of Four Harry Bertoia Molded Shell Side Chairs for Knoll, Labeled

By Harry Bertoia, Knoll

Located in Chesterfield, NJ

Set of four molded shell side chairs designed by Harry Bertoia and manufactured by Knoll. Originally debuted in 1960, this very early set is from 1963 and...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harry Bertoia Seating

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Metal

Authentic Bird Lounge Chair w/ Matching Ottoman, Harry Bertoia, Knoll, USA, 1960
Authentic Bird Lounge Chair w/ Matching Ottoman, Harry Bertoia, Knoll, USA, 1960

Authentic Bird Lounge Chair w/ Matching Ottoman, Harry Bertoia, Knoll, USA, 1960

By Harry Bertoia

Located in Deland, FL

Introducing a rare and limited "Bird" chair with matching ottoman designed by the influential Harry Bertoia for Knoll. First designed in the early 1950s for Knoll, the bird chair was...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harry Bertoia Seating

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Bouclé

Harry Bertoia Mid-Century Modern Vintage Four White Dining Chairs, 1950s
Harry Bertoia Mid-Century Modern Vintage Four White Dining Chairs, 1950s

Harry Bertoia Mid-Century Modern Vintage Four White Dining Chairs, 1950s

By Harry Bertoia

Located in Vienna, AT

Bertoia Mid-Century Modern vintage set of 4 dining chair or side chair, which show a white coated metal construction. This iconic design by Harry Bertoia was designed in the 1950s an...

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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Harry Bertoia Seating

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Metal

Set of 6 Knoll Bertoia Dining Chairs
Set of 6 Knoll Bertoia Dining Chairs

Set of 6 Knoll Bertoia Dining Chairs

$3,040Sale Price / set|20% Off

Set of 6 Knoll Bertoia Dining Chairs

By Harry Bertoia, Knoll

Located in Dallas, TX

Set of 6 classic Knoll dining chairs by Harry Bertoia. Welded steel with rods in a matte white finish. Original yellow vinyl seat cushions with dated labels included. Good vintage c...

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1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harry Bertoia Seating

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Steel

Bird Sessel designed by Harry Bertoia für Knoll, 1960er
Bird Sessel designed by Harry Bertoia für Knoll, 1960er

Bird Sessel designed by Harry Bertoia für Knoll, 1960er

By Harry Bertoia

Located in Berlin, Berlin

Original Bird Chair set (423 & 424) with black painted metal frame sculpted from bent metal rods. The full covers in dark purple wool upholstery are stretched over and attached with ...

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1990s American Mid-Century Modern Harry Bertoia Seating

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Metal

Harry Bertoia Diamond Chair and Ottoman for Knoll, circa 1950's
Harry Bertoia Diamond Chair and Ottoman for Knoll, circa 1950's

Harry Bertoia Diamond Chair and Ottoman for Knoll, circa 1950's

By Harry Bertoia, Knoll

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

Large diamond chrome chair designed by Harry Bertoia for Knoll in 1952. The chair and ottoman have the original red fabric cover. Harry Bertoia’s wire chairs...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Harry Bertoia Seating

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Chrome

Slat Bench by Harry Bertoia for Knoll
Slat Bench by Harry Bertoia for Knoll

Slat Bench by Harry Bertoia for Knoll

By Harry Bertoia, Knoll

Located in Chicago, IL

c. 1970s. Wood slat bench with metal legs. Tagged.

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harry Bertoia Seating

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Metal

Set of 6 Harry Bertoia for Knoll International Black Wire Dining Chairs, 1970s
Set of 6 Harry Bertoia for Knoll International Black Wire Dining Chairs, 1970s

Set of 6 Harry Bertoia for Knoll International Black Wire Dining Chairs, 1970s

By Knoll, Harry Bertoia

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This set of six wire dining chairs, designed by Harry Bertoia for Knoll, represents one of the most iconic and enduring designs of mid-century modern furniture. Introduced in the ear...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harry Bertoia Seating

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Metal

1950s Harry Bertoia for Knoll Associates Slatted Oak Bench w/ Base, Model 400
1950s Harry Bertoia for Knoll Associates Slatted Oak Bench w/ Base, Model 400

1950s Harry Bertoia for Knoll Associates Slatted Oak Bench w/ Base, Model 400

By Harry Bertoia, Knoll

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is an iconic slatted-oak bench, Model 400, designed by Harry Bertoia and produced by Knoll. It is an early piece, and dates to circa 1952. The bench was constructed using solid ...

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1950s American Modern Vintage Harry Bertoia Seating

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Steel

1990s Harry Bertoia for Knoll Wire Dining / Side Chair
1990s Harry Bertoia for Knoll Wire Dining / Side Chair

1990s Harry Bertoia for Knoll Wire Dining / Side Chair

By Harry Bertoia, Knoll

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a Wire Dining Side Chair designed by Harry Bertoia for Knoll, originally introduced in 1952. This particular example was produced in the 1990s and features a welded steel wir...

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1990s American Modern Harry Bertoia Seating

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Steel

1978 Harry Bertoia for Knoll Bird Chair and Ottoman w/ Knoll Labels
1978 Harry Bertoia for Knoll Bird Chair and Ottoman w/ Knoll Labels

1978 Harry Bertoia for Knoll Bird Chair and Ottoman w/ Knoll Labels

By Harry Bertoia, Knoll

Located in Palm Springs, CA

A wonderful Harry Bertoia for Knoll Bird chair and ottoman that we had completely redone. The covers have been replaced. The chair and ottoman retain their original Knoll 745 Park Av...

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1970s American Vintage Harry Bertoia Seating

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Steel

Vintage Harry Bertoia Slat Bench, Birch Wood & Wrought Iron, 1970s
Vintage Harry Bertoia Slat Bench, Birch Wood & Wrought Iron, 1970s

Vintage Harry Bertoia Slat Bench, Birch Wood & Wrought Iron, 1970s

By Harry Bertoia

Located in London, GB

This is a vintage Harry Bertoia designed Slat Bench in birch wood and wrought iron feet by Knoll , ca. 1970s Stamped.

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harry Bertoia Seating

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Beech

Mid Century Silver Diamond Wire Lounge Chair by Harry Bertoia for Knoll
Mid Century Silver Diamond Wire Lounge Chair by Harry Bertoia for Knoll

Mid Century Silver Diamond Wire Lounge Chair by Harry Bertoia for Knoll

By Harry Bertoia, Knoll

Located in Detroit, MI

This vintage mid century modern diamond wire lounge chair designed by Harry Bertoia (American, 1915-1978) for Knoll is circa 1970. The chair has welded steel rod construction and thi...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harry Bertoia Seating

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Steel, Wire

Original 1953 Harry Bertoia Diamond Chair for H. G. Knoll Products
Original 1953 Harry Bertoia Diamond Chair for H. G. Knoll Products

Original 1953 Harry Bertoia Diamond Chair for H. G. Knoll Products

By Harry Bertoia

Located in Las Vegas, NV

Rare early production of the diamond chair by Harry Bertoia. Completely original upholstery and black finish. Tagged "H.G. Knoll Products" A museum piece for the midcentury collec...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Harry Bertoia Seating

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Metal

2011 Harry Bertoia for Knoll Chrome Bar Stools with Ivory Fabric Seat Pads
2011 Harry Bertoia for Knoll Chrome Bar Stools with Ivory Fabric Seat Pads

2011 Harry Bertoia for Knoll Chrome Bar Stools with Ivory Fabric Seat Pads

By Harry Bertoia, Knoll

Located in Philadelphia, PA

These are Bertoia Bar Stools, originally designed by Harry Bertoia in 1952. These particular examples were produced by Knoll in 2011. The stools are comprised of welded and chromed s...

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2010s American Modern Harry Bertoia Seating

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Steel

Set of 6 White Metal Indoor / Outdoor Chairs by Harry Bertoia for Knoll
Set of 6 White Metal Indoor / Outdoor Chairs by Harry Bertoia for Knoll

Set of 6 White Metal Indoor / Outdoor Chairs by Harry Bertoia for Knoll

By Knoll, Harry Bertoia

Located in Freehold, NJ

This set of mid century modern indoor / outdoor chairs by Harry Bertoia for Knoll feature white painted metal seats with signature mesh back atop sled legs.

Additional set of six ch...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Harry Bertoia Seating

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Metal

Early Bird Chair & Ottoman Bouclé by Harry Bertoia for Knoll, 1970s
Early Bird Chair & Ottoman Bouclé by Harry Bertoia for Knoll, 1970s

Early Bird Chair & Ottoman Bouclé by Harry Bertoia for Knoll, 1970s

By Knoll, Harry Bertoia

Located in Aachen, NW

Early Bouclé wool edition Bird chair & ottoman by Harry Bertoia for Knoll. The groundbreaking Bird chair was designed in the 50s by Harry Bertoia and made by Knoll. This mid-century classic supports countless positions and offers a comforting oasis of calm. This edition is a very nice fully restored Bouclé...

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Mid-20th Century American Harry Bertoia Seating

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Steel

Early Pair Harry Bertoia Molded Fiberglass Shell Side Chairs for Knoll, Labeled
Early Pair Harry Bertoia Molded Fiberglass Shell Side Chairs for Knoll, Labeled

Early Pair Harry Bertoia Molded Fiberglass Shell Side Chairs for Knoll, Labeled

By Harry Bertoia, Knoll

Located in Buffalo, NY

Matched Pair molded fiberglass shell side chairs designed by Harry Bertoia and manufactured by Knoll. Originally debuted in 1960, this very early set is from 1966 ,Classic modernist ...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harry Bertoia Seating

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Iron

Harry Bertoia White Wire Diamond Lounge Chair for Knoll (B)
Harry Bertoia White Wire Diamond Lounge Chair for Knoll (B)

Harry Bertoia White Wire Diamond Lounge Chair for Knoll (B)

By Harry Bertoia

Located in Cincinnati, OH

A white plastic coated welded wire diamond lounge chair with a contrasting satin black base and sunflower yellow leatherette seat pad . Manufactured by Knoll International and designed by iconic artist , furniture designer and architect Harry Bertoia . The perfect piece for that touch of color and the lightness in design makes it easy to bring into any interior or three seasons...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Harry Bertoia Seating

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Steel, Wire

Early production Harry Bertoia / Knoll Slat Bench .Wood & Iron. Classic Modern
Early production Harry Bertoia / Knoll Slat Bench .Wood & Iron. Classic Modern

Early production Harry Bertoia / Knoll Slat Bench .Wood & Iron. Classic Modern

By Harry Bertoia, Knoll

Located in Buffalo, NY

This is an iconic slatted -oak /birch bench ,Model 400 , designed by Harry Bertoia and produced by Knoll.. Super early piece (possibly 1st year production) dating back to approx 1952...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harry Bertoia Seating

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Iron

1980s Harry Bertoia for Knoll Diamond Lounge Chair in White
1980s Harry Bertoia for Knoll Diamond Lounge Chair in White

1980s Harry Bertoia for Knoll Diamond Lounge Chair in White

By Harry Bertoia, Knoll

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a classic Bertoia Diamond Lounge chair, model 421, designed in 1952 by Harry Bertoia for Knoll International. This particular example dates to the 1980s. The listed price inc...

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1980s American Modern Vintage Harry Bertoia Seating

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Steel

Authentic 1960s Harry Bertoia for Knoll Bird Chair & Ottoman with Original Cover
Authentic 1960s Harry Bertoia for Knoll Bird Chair & Ottoman with Original Cover

Authentic 1960s Harry Bertoia for Knoll Bird Chair & Ottoman with Original Cover

By Knoll, Harry Bertoia

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Designed by Harry Bertoia in the 1950s, his vision was to create a chair that was sturdy and practical, but also looked light and airy. He famously said "They are mainly made of air,...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harry Bertoia Seating

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Steel

Set of 4 White Metal Indoor / Outdoor Chairs by Harry Bertoia for Knoll
Set of 4 White Metal Indoor / Outdoor Chairs by Harry Bertoia for Knoll

Set of 4 White Metal Indoor / Outdoor Chairs by Harry Bertoia for Knoll

By Knoll, Harry Bertoia

Located in Freehold, NJ

This set of four indoor / outdoor chairs by Harry Bertoia for Knoll feature white metal construction with mesh style seat atop sled legs.

One set of 4 chairs available separately. T...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Harry Bertoia Seating

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Metal

2000s Harry Bertoia for Knoll Dining Chair in Chrome 10x Available
2000s Harry Bertoia for Knoll Dining Chair in Chrome 10x Available

2000s Harry Bertoia for Knoll Dining Chair in Chrome 10x Available

By Harry Bertoia

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a Bertoia Side Chair, originally designed in 1952 by Harry Bertoia for Knoll International. These particular examples date to the 2000s. Their design consists of a welded, ch...

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Early 2000s American Modern Harry Bertoia Seating

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Steel

Set of Four Bar Stools by Harry Bertoia for Knoll
Set of Four Bar Stools by Harry Bertoia for Knoll

Set of Four Bar Stools by Harry Bertoia for Knoll

By Harry Bertoia, Knoll

Located in Dallas, TX

Acquired from retired architects estate. Set of four early production bar stools by Harry Bertoia, designed in 1952 for Knoll. The bar stools are constructed of molded fiberglass and...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Harry Bertoia Seating

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Iron

Knoll Bertoia Diamond Chair in Matte Black
Knoll Bertoia Diamond Chair in Matte Black

Knoll Bertoia Diamond Chair in Matte Black

By Harry Bertoia, Knoll

Located in Stamford, CT

Renowned sculptor Harry Bertoia was invited by Florence Knoll to explore how his artistic experiments might translate into furniture design. There was no specific brief, only an open...

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Harry Bertoia Seating

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Metal, Steel

Set of 6 Bertoia Wire Side Chair with Upholstered Shell for Knoll
Set of 6 Bertoia Wire Side Chair with Upholstered Shell for Knoll

Set of 6 Bertoia Wire Side Chair with Upholstered Shell for Knoll

By Harry Bertoia

Located in Oceanside, US

Set of 6 Harry Bertoia Side Chairs for Knoll, USA, Late 1960s–1970s A set of six iconic Side Chairs designed by Harry Bertoia in 1952 and produced by Knoll International in the Unit...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harry Bertoia Seating

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Wire

Set of 4 Dining Chairs designed by Harry BERTOIA for Knoll International, 1970s
Set of 4 Dining Chairs designed by Harry BERTOIA for Knoll International, 1970s

Set of 4 Dining Chairs designed by Harry BERTOIA for Knoll International, 1970s

By Harry Bertoia

Located in Berlin, Berlin

A set of black and white Side Chairs, designed by Harry Bertoia. U.S.A., Knoll International, 1970s. Vintage set of side chairs with burnt orange-coloured velvet pads. The Bertoia S...

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1950s American Vintage Harry Bertoia Seating

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Metal

1 Knoll Bertoia Early Version Diamond Lounge Chair
1 Knoll Bertoia Early Version Diamond Lounge Chair

1 Knoll Bertoia Early Version Diamond Lounge Chair

By Harry Bertoia

Located in Pasadena, TX

Harry Bertoia Italian artist and furniture designer, Harry Bertoia`s career began in the 1930s as a student at the Cranbrook Academy of Art where he re-established the metal-working studio and, taught as head of the department, from 1939 until 1943 until it was closed due to wartime restrictions on materials. Bertoia designed the patented Diamond chair for Knoll in 1952. Knoll Bertoia diamond lounge...

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Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Harry Bertoia Seating

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Steel

Harry Bertoia for Knoll International Wooden Slat & White Metal Bench
Harry Bertoia for Knoll International Wooden Slat & White Metal Bench

Harry Bertoia for Knoll International Wooden Slat & White Metal Bench

By Harry Bertoia, Knoll

Located in Queens, NY

American Mid-Century rectangular bench with a wooden slat seat resting on two white finished Y-shaped metal legs. (HARRY BERTOIA FOR KNOLL INTERNATIONAL) Some chipping to finish on ...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Harry Bertoia Seating

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Metal

Bertoia for Knoll Small Diamond Chairs, Mid-Century Modern, USA
Bertoia for Knoll Small Diamond Chairs, Mid-Century Modern, USA

Bertoia for Knoll Small Diamond Chairs, Mid-Century Modern, USA

By Harry Bertoia, Knoll

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Bertoia for Knoll Pair of Small Diamond Chairs. New aftermarket seat pads in Blue. Great pop of color! Metal is solid and no breaks in the metal. Shows some wear from chairs bein...

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Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Harry Bertoia Seating

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Metal

4x BERTOIA Chairs, Model 420, Harry Bertoia for Knoll
4x BERTOIA Chairs, Model 420, Harry Bertoia for Knoll

4x BERTOIA Chairs, Model 420, Harry Bertoia for Knoll

By Harry Bertoia, Knoll

Located in Neuss, NW

BERTOIA chair, model 420, designed in the 1940s by Harry Bertoia for Knoll. Frame made of wire mesh with a new felt cover in grey. The offer includes 4 chairs. Quality Features: ver...

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20th Century American Bauhaus Harry Bertoia Seating

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Metal

Harry Bertoia Baby Size Child Chairs - a Pair
Harry Bertoia Baby Size Child Chairs - a Pair

Harry Bertoia Baby Size Child Chairs - a Pair

By Harry Bertoia

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Vintage pair of wire child chairs designed by Harry Bertoia for Knoll. This iconic chair was originally issued in three sizes. As the smallest size was never reissued, the miniatures...

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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harry Bertoia Seating

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Metal

Pair of Early Harry Bertoia Black Diamond Chairs
Pair of Early Harry Bertoia Black Diamond Chairs

Pair of Early Harry Bertoia Black Diamond Chairs

By Harry Bertoia

Located in New York, NY

These iconic chairs were first designed in the 1950s by Harry Bertoia with a collaboration with Knoll that became one of the most celebrated mid century pieces of furniture. The chai...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Harry Bertoia Seating

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Metal

Mid Century Silver Diamond Wire Lounge Chairs by Harry Bertoia for Knoll
Mid Century Silver Diamond Wire Lounge Chairs by Harry Bertoia for Knoll

Mid Century Silver Diamond Wire Lounge Chairs by Harry Bertoia for Knoll

By Harry Bertoia, Knoll

Located in Detroit, MI

This pair of vintage mid century modern diamond wire lounge chairs designed by Harry Bertoia (American, 1915-1978) for Knoll are circa 1970. Originally designed by Bertoia in 1952, t...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harry Bertoia Seating

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Steel, Wire

Bertoia, Eight White Welded Steel Chairs with Four Red Cushions
Bertoia, Eight White Welded Steel Chairs with Four Red Cushions

Bertoia, Eight White Welded Steel Chairs with Four Red Cushions

By Harry Bertoia

Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI

SALE ONE WEEK ONLY This set of eight side chairs & four red cushions are as elegant, strong and functional as when they were manufactured. The colors are bright and the cushions are in very good condition. The chairs will add a touch of class to any setting. Harry Bertoia's career began in the 1930s as a student at Cranbrook Academy of Art where he re-established the metal-working studio and later became head of the department before the school closed during WWII due to wartime restrictions on materials in 1943. During the war, Bertoia moved to California and is credited with developing new techniques for molding plywood with Charles and Ray Eames also from Cranbrook. Harry Bertoia is one of the many well-known artists and designers who attended The Cranbrook Academy of Art in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan, The school & buildings were designed by architect and faculty member, Eliel Saarinen who collaborated with Charles and Ray Eames on chair and furniture design. It is the country’s top ranked, graduate-only program in architecture, design and fine art. Each year, just 75 students are invited to study and live on the landmark Saarinen-designed campus which features: private studios, state-of-the art workshops, the renowned Cranbrook Art Museum and 300 acres of forests, lakes and streams, all a short drive from the city of Detroit. The focus at Cranbrook is on studio practice in one of ten disciplines including Architecture, 2D and 3D Design, Ceramics, Fiber, Metalsmithing, Painting, Photography, Print Media, and Sculpture. The program is anchored by celebrated Artists- and Designers-in-Residence, one for each discipline, all of whom live and practice on campus alongside the graduate students. Numerous creative artists who are alumni of Cranbrook include: Florence Knoll, Jack Lenor Larsen, Donald Lipski, Duane Hanson, Nick Cave, Hani Rashid, George Nelson, Urban Jupena (Nationally recognized fiber artist), Artis Lane (the first African-American artist to have her sculpture, "Sojourner Truth," commissioned for the Emancipation Hall in the Capital Visitor Center in Washington DC), Cory Puhlman (televised Pastry Chef extraordinaire), Thom O’Connor (Lithographs), Paul Evans (Brutalist-inspired sculpted metal furnishings), Eugene Caples (small bronze images/abstract), Morris Brose (Bronze Sculptures), Herb Babcock (blown glass), Larry Butcher (mixed media), Lauren Anais Hussey (Abstract), Andrea Eis (film, photography), Lilian Swann Saarinen (Sculpture), Douglas Semivan...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Harry Bertoia Seating

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Metal, Steel

2010s Pair of Harry Bertoia for Knoll Dining Side Chairs in Satin Chrome
2010s Pair of Harry Bertoia for Knoll Dining Side Chairs in Satin Chrome

2010s Pair of Harry Bertoia for Knoll Dining Side Chairs in Satin Chrome

By Harry Bertoia

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a pair of Bertoia Side Chairs, originally designed in 1952 by Harry Bertoia for Knoll International. This particular pair dates to the 2010s. Their design consists of a welde...

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2010s American Modern Harry Bertoia Seating

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Steel

Pair of Early Bertoia Large/ Wide Diamond Chairs - ALL Original
Pair of Early Bertoia Large/ Wide Diamond Chairs - ALL Original

Pair of Early Bertoia Large/ Wide Diamond Chairs - ALL Original

By Knoll, Harry Bertoia

Located in North Miami, FL

The wide/ Large diamond chair is the largest of the Bertoia seating group. These vintage chairs have the ORIGINAL brown covers in very good o...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harry Bertoia Seating

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Stainless Steel, Chrome

Harry Bertoia seating for sale on 1stDibs.

Harry Bertoia seating are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of metal and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Harry Bertoia seating, although gray editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original seating by Harry Bertoia were created in the mid-century modern style in north america during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider seating by Charles Eames, Selig, and Harvey Probber. Prices for Harry Bertoia seating can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $650 and can go as high as $12,500, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $2,016.
Questions About Harry Bertoia Seating
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Whether or not a Harry Bertoia chair is comfortable really comes down to a matter of personal preference, but there are a lot of positive reviews pertaining to how comfortable the Italian-born American designer’s seating is. Among furniture aficionados he is known for the wire-lattice Diamond chair (and its variants such as the tall-backed Bird chair) designed for Knoll Inc. and first released in 1952. Shop a selection of Bertoia chairs from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.