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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
Pair of Harry Bertoia Wire Barstools for Knoll With Red Pads, Signed
Pair of Harry Bertoia Wire Barstools for Knoll With Red Pads, Signed

Pair of Harry Bertoia Wire Barstools for Knoll With Red Pads, Signed

By Harry Bertoia, Knoll

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Add a touch of modern elegance to your home with this exquisite Pair of Harry Bertoia Wire Barstools for Knoll With Red Pads, Signed. Crafted with precision and artistry, these iconi...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Harry Bertoia Seating

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Steel

Italian postmodern armchair Diamond by Harry Bertoia for Knoll, 2004
Italian postmodern armchair Diamond by Harry Bertoia for Knoll, 2004

Italian postmodern armchair Diamond by Harry Bertoia for Knoll, 2004

By Knoll, Harry Bertoia

Located in MIlano, IT

Italian postmodern armchair Diamond by Harry Bertoia for Knoll, 2004 Armchair model Diamond, entirely made of chromed metal rod. The seat is composed of a mesh of welded steel wires ...

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Early 2000s Italian Post-Modern Harry Bertoia Seating

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Steel

Set of 4 chair model 420 by Harry Bertoia for Knoll - 1950s
Set of 4 chair model 420 by Harry Bertoia for Knoll - 1950s

Set of 4 chair model 420 by Harry Bertoia for Knoll - 1950s

By Harry Bertoia

Located in Uccle, Bruxelles

A magnificent set of 4 Model 420 chairs by Harry Bertoia for Knoll, designed in the 1950s. These iconic 1950s welded steel-wire chairs are a cornerstone of Harry Bertoia’s body of w...

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1950s North American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harry Bertoia Seating

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Metal

Harry Bertoia for Knoll Mid Century Chrome Bar Stools - Set of 6
Harry Bertoia for Knoll Mid Century Chrome Bar Stools - Set of 6

Harry Bertoia for Knoll Mid Century Chrome Bar Stools - Set of 6

By Harry Bertoia, Knoll

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Harry Bertoia for Knoll Mid Century Chrome Bar Stools - Set of 6 Each stool measures: 21 wide x 22 deep x 41.25 inches high, with a seat height/chair clearance of 30 inches Excelle...

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

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Chrome

Harry Bertoia Early and Rare 'Pre-Production' Small Diamond Chair for Knoll
Harry Bertoia Early and Rare 'Pre-Production' Small Diamond Chair for Knoll

Harry Bertoia Early and Rare 'Pre-Production' Small Diamond Chair for Knoll

By Harry Bertoia

Located in Cincinnati, OH

Early production small diamond chair with a very usual double wire seat configuration, the typical wire structure is in place but an additional larger space...

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

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Wire

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

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 Knoll, Harry Bertoia

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 China red lacquered “Diamond” chairs by Harry Bertoia, 1950
Pair of China red lacquered “Diamond” chairs by Harry Bertoia, 1950

Pair of China red lacquered “Diamond” chairs by Harry Bertoia, 1950

By Harry Bertoia, Knoll

Located in Roma, RM

Pair of China red lacquered “Diamond” chairs by Harry Bertoia. Production: Knoll, 1950s Dimensions: 90 W x 70 H x 74 D cm Sold as set of 2.

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1950s Italian Vintage Harry Bertoia Seating

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Metal

Set of Two Black Bertoia’s Child Side Chair with Yellow & Crimson pads
Set of Two Black Bertoia’s Child Side Chair with Yellow & Crimson pads

Set of Two Black Bertoia’s Child Side Chair with Yellow & Crimson pads

By Harry Bertoia, Knoll

Located in Wilton, CT

Set of Two Black Bertoia’s Child Side Chair with yellow & crimson pads The Bertoia children’s chair is a child-sized version of Harry Bert...

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Harry Bertoia Seating

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Metal, Steel, Chrome

Original 1960s Set of Six Harry Bertoia Side Chairs with Full Seat Covers
Original 1960s Set of Six Harry Bertoia Side Chairs with Full Seat Covers

Original 1960s Set of Six Harry Bertoia Side Chairs with Full Seat Covers

By Harry Bertoia

Located in New York, NY

This gorgeous set was acquired from an original owner who bought the set of six chairs in 1968 from Knoll and I have a copy of the receipts. The chairs are covered in the original re...

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

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Metal, Steel

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, Knoll

Located in Buffalo, NY

Classic Pair of Bertoia Chairs in chrome-plated steel by Harry Bertoia for Knoll, 1970s. They are in very good condition. They have slight signs of use given by time and use. Retai...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harry Bertoia Seating

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Chrome

Pair of White Mid Century Diamond Chairs by Harry Bertoia for Knoll USA, 1950s
Pair of White Mid Century Diamond Chairs by Harry Bertoia for Knoll USA, 1950s

Pair of White Mid Century Diamond Chairs by Harry Bertoia for Knoll USA, 1950s

By Harry Bertoia, Knoll

Located in Stockholm, SE

Rare pair of white mid century diamond chairs in lacquered metal by Harry Bertoia produced by Knoll USA, 1950s. In good vintage condition with the original lacquer. Dimensions: H: ...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harry Bertoia Seating

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Metal

Vintage Pair of White Bertoia Side Chairs with Alligator Cushions
Vintage Pair of White Bertoia Side Chairs with Alligator Cushions

Vintage Pair of White Bertoia Side Chairs with Alligator Cushions

By Harry Bertoia

Located in Chicago, IL

Midcentury white powder-coated steel side chairs by Bertoia, with alligator cushions.

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

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Steel

Harry Bertoia "Diamond" Lounge Chair for Knoll, USA, 1980s
Harry Bertoia "Diamond" Lounge Chair for Knoll, USA, 1980s

Harry Bertoia "Diamond" Lounge Chair for Knoll, USA, 1980s

By Harry Bertoia, Knoll

Located in Hellouw, NL

A diamond lounge chair by Harry Bertoia for Knoll with Kvadrat Fabric from the USA. This chair is probably produced in the 1980s and has a black frame with a fully covered seating ar...

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern 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

1976 Harry Bertoia for Knoll Side Chair with Full Fabric Pad
1976 Harry Bertoia for Knoll Side Chair with Full Fabric Pad

1976 Harry Bertoia for Knoll Side Chair with Full Fabric Pad

By Harry Bertoia

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a classic Bertoia Side Chair, Model 420C, initially designed in 1952 by Harry Bertoia for Knoll International. This particular chair dates to 1976. The design consists of a w...

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1970s American Modern Vintage Harry Bertoia Seating

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Steel, Chrome

Easy Bird Chair in Black Lacquered Metal and Red Fabric by Harry Bertoia, 1950s
Easy Bird Chair in Black Lacquered Metal and Red Fabric by Harry Bertoia, 1950s

Easy Bird Chair in Black Lacquered Metal and Red Fabric by Harry Bertoia, 1950s

By Harry Bertoia

Located in Limhamn, Skåne län

Easy Bird Chair in Black Lacquered Metal and Red Fabric by Harry Bertoia, 1950s Additional Information: Material: Black lacquered metal and original red fabric Style: midcentury...

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Harry Bertoia Seating

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Metal

1971 Harry Bertoia Large Diamond Lounge Chair, Black Cushions & Frames (4x)
1971 Harry Bertoia Large Diamond Lounge Chair, Black Cushions & Frames (4x)

1971 Harry Bertoia Large Diamond Lounge Chair, Black Cushions & Frames (4x)

By Harry Bertoia

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a Large Diamond Lounge Chair, originally designed by Harry Bertoia for Knoll in 1952. These particular examples were produced in 1971. The design features Bertoia’s iconic ...

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1970s American Modern Vintage Harry Bertoia Seating

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Steel

Pair of Bertoia Bar Height Stools in Black with Volo Leather Seat Pad
Pair of Bertoia Bar Height Stools in Black with Volo Leather Seat Pad

Pair of Bertoia Bar Height Stools in Black with Volo Leather Seat Pad

By Harry Bertoia

Located in Dallas, TX

Featuring delicate filigreed construction that's supremely strong, the airy seats of the Bertoia Seating Collection (1952) are sculpted out of steel rods and have a relaxed sit. The ...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Mid-Century Modern Harry Bertoia Seating

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Metal

1960s Harry Bertoia for Knoll Small Diamond Chair with Fabric Upholstery
1960s Harry Bertoia for Knoll Small Diamond Chair with Fabric Upholstery

1960s Harry Bertoia for Knoll Small Diamond Chair with Fabric Upholstery

By Knoll, Harry Bertoia

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a Bertoia Small Diamond Chair, originally designed by Harry Bertoia in 1952. This particular example was produced by Knoll in the USA in the 1960s. The chair's design is comp...

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1960s American Modern Vintage Harry Bertoia Seating

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Steel

Harry Bertoia for Knoll, Model Bird Armchair with Ottoman, 1970s
Harry Bertoia for Knoll, Model Bird Armchair with Ottoman, 1970s

Harry Bertoia for Knoll, Model Bird Armchair with Ottoman, 1970s

By Harry Bertoia

Located in Oirlo, LI

Design Harry bertoia for Knoll, Model Bird armchair with ottoman, 1970s Harry Bertoia for Knoll. Vogel armchair and ottoman in black lacquered steel ...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harry Bertoia Seating

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Metallic Thread

Harry Bertoïa for Knoll. Set of 4 “Diamond” armchairs. 1970s.
Harry Bertoïa for Knoll. Set of 4 “Diamond” armchairs. 1970s.

Harry Bertoïa for Knoll. Set of 4 “Diamond” armchairs. 1970s.

By Harry Bertoia

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Harry Bertoïa for Knoll. Set of 4 “Diamond” armchairs, in chrome-plated steel. American design from the 1970s. Dimensions: H 75.5 x W 85 x D 53 x Seat H 40 cm Reference: ...

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1970s American Vintage Harry Bertoia Seating

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Steel

Knoll / Bertoia Chrome Diamond Chair / Alexander Girard Millerstripe Full Pad
Knoll / Bertoia Chrome Diamond Chair / Alexander Girard Millerstripe Full Pad

Knoll / Bertoia Chrome Diamond Chair / Alexander Girard Millerstripe Full Pad

By Harry Bertoia, Knoll, Alexander Girard

Located in Buffalo, NY

.Iconic Modernist Diamond Lounge Chair designed by Harry Bertoia manufactured by Knoll, c.1962.Original polished chrome frames. Retain original full pad / in period correct Alexande...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harry Bertoia Seating

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Chrome

1960s Set of Four Harry Bertoia for Knoll Wire Dining Side Chairs in White
1960s Set of Four Harry Bertoia for Knoll Wire Dining Side Chairs in White

1960s Set of Four Harry Bertoia for Knoll Wire Dining Side Chairs in White

By Harry Bertoia

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a set of four Bertoia Side Chairs, initially designed in 1952 by Harry Bertoia for Knoll International. These particular examples date to the 1960s, and the listed price incl...

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1960s American Modern Vintage Harry Bertoia Seating

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Steel

Diamond Chair by Harry Bertoia for Knoll International, Set of 2, 1980s
Diamond Chair by Harry Bertoia for Knoll International, Set of 2, 1980s

Diamond Chair by Harry Bertoia for Knoll International, Set of 2, 1980s

By Harry Bertoia, Knoll

Located in Radomsko, Województwo łódzkie

The Diamond Chair is an astounding study in space, form and function by one of the master sculptors of the last century. Like Saarinen and Mies, Bertoia found sublime grace in an ind...

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Harry Bertoia Seating

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Metal

2010s Harry Bertoia for Knoll Chrome Bar Stool with Pads 4x Available
2010s Harry Bertoia for Knoll Chrome Bar Stool with Pads 4x Available

2010s Harry Bertoia for Knoll Chrome Bar Stool with Pads 4x Available

By Harry Bertoia

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a Bertoia Bar Stool, originally designed in 1952 by Harry Bertoia for Knoll International. These particular examples date to the 2010s. Their design consists of a welded, chr...

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2010s American Modern Harry Bertoia Seating

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Steel

Harry Bertoia for Knoll Red Diamond Chair, 1960s
Harry Bertoia for Knoll Red Diamond Chair, 1960s

Harry Bertoia for Knoll Red Diamond Chair, 1960s

By Harry Bertoia

Located in Newfoundland, PA

Large Bertoia diamond chair measuring 28.75 in H x 40. in W x 29.5 in. What a wonderful addition to your Mid-Century Modern decor.

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harry Bertoia Seating

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Steel

Set of 2 Lounge Chairs w/ Matching Ottomans, Harry Bertoia, Knoll, USA, c. 1960s
Set of 2 Lounge Chairs w/ Matching Ottomans, Harry Bertoia, Knoll, USA, c. 1960s

Set of 2 Lounge Chairs w/ Matching Ottomans, Harry Bertoia, Knoll, USA, c. 1960s

By Harry Bertoia

Located in Deland, FL

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

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harry Bertoia Seating

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Bouclé

2er Set Original Harry Bertoia Stühle Knoll Intenational 1970er
2er Set Original Harry Bertoia Stühle Knoll Intenational 1970er

2er Set Original Harry Bertoia Stühle Knoll Intenational 1970er

By Harry Bertoia, Knoll

Located in Berlin, DE

Wir bieten ein wunderschönes 2er Set Vintage Stühle vom US Premiumhersteller Knoll International zum Verkauf an. Der Entwurf stammt von Harry Bertoia und gilt als wahrer Designklassi...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harry Bertoia Seating

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Metal

2010s Harry Bertoia for Knoll Dining Chair in White with Red Seat Pads
2010s Harry Bertoia for Knoll Dining Chair in White with Red Seat Pads

2010s Harry Bertoia for Knoll Dining Chair in White with Red Seat Pads

By Harry Bertoia

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a Bertoia Side Chair, initially designed in 1952 by Harry Bertoia for Knoll International. These particular examples date to the 2010s, and the listed price includes one chai...

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2010s American Modern Harry Bertoia Seating

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Steel

Fiberglass Shell Barstool by Harry Bertoia for Knoll
Fiberglass Shell Barstool by Harry Bertoia for Knoll

Fiberglass Shell Barstool by Harry Bertoia for Knoll

By Harry Bertoia, Knoll

Located in Sagaponack, NY

A barstool with a black fiberglass shell on splayed, painted legs.

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harry Bertoia Seating

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Fiberglass

Harry Bertoia for Knoll Bar Stools in Custom Italian Parker Hotel Style Cushions
Harry Bertoia for Knoll Bar Stools in Custom Italian Parker Hotel Style Cushions

Harry Bertoia for Knoll Bar Stools in Custom Italian Parker Hotel Style Cushions

By Harry Bertoia, Knoll

Located in Saint Louis, MO

How would you like to show these? Hollywood Regency Palm Springs Parker Hotel? Mid Century Modern Minimalist? Perhaps interchange both. This pair of bar stools came about in 1952 when Italian Sculptor and Furniture Designer Harry Bertoia experimented with bending metal rods to create practical art. Bertoia's bar stool has a filigree appearance that contradicts its strength and durability. In his own words, “If you look at these chairs, they are mainly made of air, like sculpture. Space passes through them.” Made of bent metal frames finished in chrome with bends and curves to support all of yours, these sexy mid century modern bar stools are comfortable. Photographed along with custom made cushions inspired by Norma's Restaurant at the Parker Hotel in Palm Springs, California. Custom Cushions add comfort and a cozy experience while traditional Knoll yellow...

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

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Metal, Chrome

Stool by Harry Bertoia for Knoll Inc, 1970s
Stool by Harry Bertoia for Knoll Inc, 1970s

Stool by Harry Bertoia for Knoll Inc, 1970s

By Harry Bertoia, Knoll

Located in bruxelles, BE

Black metal stool designed by Harry Bertoia. Seat height 77cm. Wear due to time and age of the stool. 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

Mid Century Modern Harry Bertoia For Knoll Bird Lounge Chair In White
Mid Century Modern Harry Bertoia For Knoll Bird Lounge Chair In White

Mid Century Modern Harry Bertoia For Knoll Bird Lounge Chair In White

By Harry Bertoia

Located in Chicago, IL

Mid Century Modern Harry Bertoia for Knoll Bird Lounge Chair in White The Mid Century Modern Harry Bertoia for Knoll Bird Lounge Chair in White exemplifies timeless design and exc...

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

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Wire

Paire de Fauteuil Bird par Harry Bertoia Knoll 1960
Paire de Fauteuil Bird par Harry Bertoia Knoll 1960

Paire de Fauteuil Bird par Harry Bertoia Knoll 1960

By Harry Bertoia

Located in BAUD, FR

Deux chaises Bertoia Bird conçue par Harry Bertoia en 1952 pour Knoll International Entièrement d'origine. Très bel état l 98 p 89 h 101 cm

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

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Metal

2011 Harry Bertoia for Knoll Bar Stool in Black Bouclé Fabric 10x Available
2011 Harry Bertoia for Knoll Bar Stool in Black Bouclé Fabric 10x Available

2011 Harry Bertoia for Knoll Bar Stool in Black Bouclé Fabric 10x Available

By Harry Bertoia

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a Bertoia Bar Stool, initially designed in 1952 by Harry Bertoia for Knoll International. These particular examples date to 2011, and the listed price includes one stool. We ...

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2010s American Modern Harry Bertoia Seating

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Steel, Chrome

BERTOIA Chair, Model 420, Harry Bertoia for Knoll
BERTOIA Chair, Model 420, Harry Bertoia for Knoll

BERTOIA Chair, Model 420, Harry Bertoia for Knoll

By Harry Bertoia, Knoll

Located in Neuss, NW

BERTOIA chair, model 420, designed in 1952 by Harry Bertoia for Knoll. Frame made of wire mesh with a new felt seat cover in yellow. Quality Features: very good workmanship ...

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

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Metal

1960s Harry Bertoia for Knoll 427 P Side Chair in Yellow Fiberglass from IBM
1960s Harry Bertoia for Knoll 427 P Side Chair in Yellow Fiberglass from IBM

1960s Harry Bertoia for Knoll 427 P Side Chair in Yellow Fiberglass from IBM

By Harry Bertoia

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a Bertoia Side Chair, model 427 P, initially designed in 1960 by Harry Bertoia for Knoll International. This particular example dates to the 1960s. The seat of the piece is m...

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1960s American Modern Vintage Harry Bertoia Seating

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Steel

1960s Harry Bertoia for Knoll Diamond Lounge Chair with Black Seat Cushion
1960s Harry Bertoia for Knoll Diamond Lounge Chair with Black Seat Cushion

1960s Harry Bertoia for Knoll Diamond Lounge Chair with Black Seat Cushion

By Knoll, Harry Bertoia

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a Bertoia Diamond Lounge Chair, originally designed in 1952 by Harry Bertoia for Knoll International. This particular example dates to the 1960s. The design consists of a whi...

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1960s American Modern Vintage Harry Bertoia Seating

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Steel

1980s Set of Six Harry Bertoia for Knoll Dining Side Chairs with Full Cushions
1980s Set of Six Harry Bertoia for Knoll Dining Side Chairs with Full Cushions

1980s Set of Six Harry Bertoia for Knoll Dining Side Chairs with Full Cushions

By Harry Bertoia, Knoll

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a set of six Bertoia Side Chairs, originally designed in 1952 by Harry Bertoia for Knoll International. These particular examples date to the 1980s. Their design consists of ...

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1980s American Modern Vintage Harry Bertoia Seating

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Steel

Chrome Bird Chair by Harry Bertoia for Knoll International
Chrome Bird Chair by Harry Bertoia for Knoll International

Chrome Bird Chair by Harry Bertoia for Knoll International

By Harry Bertoia, Knoll

Located in Amsterdam IJMuiden, NL

Bird chair in chrome. The chair has a beautiful and elegant design with beautiful angles and details. The chair shows some traces of use, like some rusty spots, which can be polished...

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

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Metal

2011 Pair of Harry Bertoia for Knoll Wire Dining Side Chairs with Full Pads
2011 Pair of Harry Bertoia for Knoll Wire Dining Side Chairs with Full Pads

2011 Pair of Harry Bertoia for Knoll Wire Dining Side Chairs with Full Pads

By Harry Bertoia, Knoll

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a pair of classic Bertoia Side Chairs, Model 420c, originally designed in 1952 by Harry Bertoia for Knoll International. This particular pair dates to 2011. Their design cons...

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2010s American Modern Harry Bertoia Seating

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Steel, Chrome

1950s Set of Four Harry Bertoia for Knoll Child Size Side Chair No. 425-N
1950s Set of Four Harry Bertoia for Knoll Child Size Side Chair No. 425-N

1950s Set of Four Harry Bertoia for Knoll Child Size Side Chair No. 425-N

By Harry Bertoia, Knoll

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a set of four Child's Bertoia Side Chair with seat cushion, originally designed by Harry Bertoia in 1955. These particular examples were produced by Knoll in the USA in the 1...

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1950s American Modern Vintage Harry Bertoia Seating

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Steel

Barstool by Harry Bertoia for Knoll & Associates
Barstool by Harry Bertoia for Knoll & Associates

Barstool by Harry Bertoia for Knoll & Associates

By Harry Bertoia, Knoll

Located in Sagaponack, NY

A spare and sculptural stool crafted from shaped steel rods retaining the original woven green wool upholstery. Measures: 40.5" tall, seat height 31". Designed by Harry Bertoia in 1...

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Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Harry Bertoia Seating

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Steel

1980s Pair of Harry Bertoia for Knoll Dining/Side Chairs in White with Red Pads
1980s Pair of Harry Bertoia for Knoll Dining/Side Chairs in White with Red Pads

1980s Pair of Harry Bertoia for Knoll Dining/Side Chairs in White with Red Pads

By Harry Bertoia, Knoll

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a pair of Bertoia Side Chairs, designed in 1952 by Harry Bertoia for Knoll International. These particular examples date to the 1980s. Their design consists of welded steel r...

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1980s American Modern Vintage Harry Bertoia Seating

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Steel

2021 Pair of Knoll Bertoia Side Chairs in Steel w/ Full Seat Covers in Fabric
2021 Pair of Knoll Bertoia Side Chairs in Steel w/ Full Seat Covers in Fabric

2021 Pair of Knoll Bertoia Side Chairs in Steel w/ Full Seat Covers in Fabric

By Knoll, Harry Bertoia

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a pair of classic Bertoia side chairs, model 420c, originally designed in 1952 by Harry Bertoia for Knoll International. This particular pair dates to 2021. The listed price ...

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2010s American Modern Harry Bertoia Seating

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Steel, Chrome

Barstool by Harry Bertoia for Knoll & Associates, 1952
Barstool by Harry Bertoia for Knoll & Associates, 1952

Barstool by Harry Bertoia for Knoll & Associates, 1952

By Harry Bertoia, Knoll

Located in Sagaponack, NY

A spare and sculptural stool crafted from shaped steel rods, retaining the original red upholstery. Measures: 40.5" tall, seat height 31". Designed by Harry Bertoia in 1952, manufac...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harry Bertoia Seating

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Steel

Vintage Harry Bertoia for Knoll International Large Chrome Bird Chair
Vintage Harry Bertoia for Knoll International Large Chrome Bird Chair

Vintage Harry Bertoia for Knoll International Large Chrome Bird Chair

By Knoll, Harry Bertoia

Located in Amsterdam IJMuiden, NL

Vintage Harry Bertoia for Knoll International Large Chrome Bird Chair Bird chair in chrome with a purple cushion. The chair has a beautiful and elega...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harry Bertoia Seating

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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.