Ludwig Mies van der Rohe Seating
American, German, 1886-1969
Architect, furniture designer and educator, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe was a central figure in the advancement and promotion of modernist design and architectural theory and practice. Like Frank Lloyd Wright and Le Corbusier, he was a hugely influential presence in the field, who shaped the course of 20th-century architecture both through his buildings and his teaching of rationalist design principles.
Born in the medieval German city of Aachen, Mies found an interest in architecture as a boy while working for his father, a master stonemason. He had no formal education as an architect, but learned his skills as an apprentice to the designer Bruno Paul, and as a staffer in the office the proto-modernist architect and designer Peter Behrens. Following World War I, Mies rose to prominence in his field amid the liberal atmosphere of the Weimar Republic. His reputation was secured by his work on the German Pavilion at the 1929 International Exposition in Barcelona (commonly referred to as the Barcelona Pavilion) — which Mies codesigned with Lilly Reich, his creative and romantic partner — a radically simple, poetic, open-plan building pared down to its architectural essentials. Mies would go on to direct the Bauhaus from 1930 until 1933, when Nazi-government interference forced the closure of the progressive art and design school. Later that decade, he made his way to Chicago, where he remained for the rest of his career as a practicing architect and a dean of the Illinois Institute of Technology.
Mies’s famed dictum “less is more” grew from his belief that architecture both guides and expresses the spirit of the times, and he envisioned the 20th century as open-minded, logical, transparent and liberated by technology. His best-known buildings — residences such as the Villa Tugendhat in Czechoslovakia and the Farnsworth House in rural Illinois; skyscrapers like the 860–880 Lake Shore Drive apartment towers in Chicago and the Seagram Building in New York — reflect that philosophy. As do the most famous furniture designs authored by him or codesigned with Reich.
Pieces designed by Mies and Reich such as the Barcelona chair (the authorized version is produced by Knoll today), stools and daybed, or the cantilevered Brno chairs, deliver a maximum of comfort and support from a minimum of materials: their “lavishness” derives from the precision with which they are engineered and constructed. For the collector, the allure of Mies’s furniture is at once practical and idealistic. Useful and functional, his works embody the highest aspirations of modernism.
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Creator: Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Set of 4 modern black leather Brno chrome tube chairs
By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Set of 4 modern black leather Brno chrome tube chairs. Chrome tubular bent frame with soft black leather upholstery. classic modern design by Ludwig ...
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Early 2000s Italian Modern Ludwig Mies van der Rohe Seating
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Chrome
Barcelona Daybed by Mies Van Der Rohe for Knoll International, 1960s, Signed
By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This iconic and authentic (both the leather cushion and the Mahogany frame is signed with Knoll International labels) daybed is the 'Barcelona Daybed' also referred to as the 'Barcelona Couch' by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe for Knoll International and is considered an 'early original production collectors example' as it is from Knoll's earlier years of producing this design in the 1960s and 1970s before they changed to different manufacturing processes during the 1980s.
This example is signed with a Knoll International label that has the 320 Park Ave address and is dated on the back of the label July 9, 1975. To determine the estimated production year we note that the date most likely corresponds to the retailer or possibly the Knoll sold/ ship date. The address of 320 Park Ave changed to Fifth Ave in 1970 and Knoll Associates did not become Knoll International until 1968. Therefore we would pinpoint the production year to be between 1968 and 1970. It is possible that it was slightly after 1970 that this example was produced as it is believed that Knoll continued to use labels with the older 320 Park Ave for several months to a couple years after changing addresses, however generally speaking 1970s examples will be labelled with their Fifth Ave address. All construction details also indicate a 1st-Generation 'original' production by Knoll as their production did not change throughout the Knoll Associates years and through the first half of the Knoll International years.
This rare original 1st-Generation 'Barcelona Daybed' features its original brown leather upholstery with subtle patina and wear throughout. These traces of age and use bring more vibrancy to the leather, giving this piece an on-trend lightly distressed look. The original bolster pillow in matching brown leather is secured to the cushion and platform via straps and lock snaps. The platform is crafted from stained Mahogany and supported by polished tubular stainless steel legs and the original leather straps are all in-tact. Both the cushion is labelled and the platform frame as well with a partial Knoll International sticker label as can be seen in the photo gallery.
Considered to be the epitome of modern design, Mies van der Rohe and Lilly Reich originally designed the Barcelona chair in 1929 to serve as seating for the king and queen of Spain in the German Pavilion. This was Germany's entry for the International Exhibition, hosted by Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain. Designed in 1930 the Barcelona daybed (also referred to as the Barcelona Couch) emanates this seminal design, paralleling the same simplicity and elegance of the iconic Barcelona chair.
This Barcelona couch by Mies van der Rohe for Knoll International is ideal for a living room, family room, study, den or lounge. It would also be an Apt choice in a corporate, retail or hospitality location such as a boutique hotel lobby, cocktail bar, members club, workspace studio, executive office or in a retail boutique...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ludwig Mies van der Rohe Seating
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Stainless Steel
Mies van der Rohe MR10 Wicker and Chrome Chair
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Debrecen-Pallag, HU
First designed in 1927, this chair’s deceptively simple design embodies the “less is more” philosophy of Mies van der Rohe. The modern chrome finish sharply contrasts with the natura...
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1920s Swiss Bauhaus Vintage Ludwig Mies van der Rohe Seating
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Chrome
Brno Chair Ludwig Mies van der Rohe in Congac Leather Brueton
By Brueton, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Fraser, MI
Brno chair in Cognac Leather by Brueton.
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1980s Vintage Ludwig Mies van der Rohe Seating
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Chrome
Vintage Ivory Leather Copper Frame Tubular Knoll Brno Chair, Mies van der Rohe
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Pasadena, TX
A vintage Knoll Brno chair designed by Mies van der Rohe with tubular steel frame. This chair has been lovingly restored with a new ivory leather with a frame powder coated in a rust...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ludwig Mies van der Rohe Seating
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Stainless Steel
Ludwig Mies Van Der Rohe Bauhaus White Leather Barcelona Daybed for Knoll, 1970s
By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Vicenza, IT
Barcelona daybed, designed by Ludwig Mies Van der Rohe in 1929 and manufactured by Knoll International in 1972.
Made of chromed steel and leather.
Excellent vintage condition.
The B...
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1970s Italian Bauhaus Vintage Ludwig Mies van der Rohe Seating
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Chrome
Mies Van Der Rohe MR20 Chrome & Wicker Lounge Chairs, 1970s
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Almelo, NL
Stunning original Mies Van der rohe M20 lounge chair made from wicker and chrome. The wicker is in a great vintage state. The chromed tubula...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ludwig Mies van der Rohe Seating
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Chrome
Vintage Barcelona Lounge Chairs Set with Ottoman By Knoll
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage Barcelona Lounge Chairs set with Ottoman designed by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe. 1950s Knoll production. Tufted black leather cushions over a swept steel bar frame. One seat cu...
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Mid-20th Century Ludwig Mies van der Rohe Seating
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Steel
Cognac Barcelona Daybed by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe for Knoll, 2000s
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Brussels, BE
Cognac Barcelona Daybed by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe for Knoll, 2000s
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Early 2000s Ludwig Mies van der Rohe Seating
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Leather
Mies van der Rohe Model "MR20" Cantilever Bauhaus Chair in Rattan Cane & Steel
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Odense, DK
Rare vintage Mies van der Rohe "MR 20" cantilevered cane and steel arm chair made by Stendig circa 1970. The MR chair was designed by modernist architect Mies van der Rohe in 1927 as...
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1970s German Bauhaus Vintage Ludwig Mies van der Rohe Seating
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Steel
Set of 4 Mies Van Der Rohe MR20 Mid Century Modern Wicker and Chrome Armchairs
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
A set of 4 Mies Van Der Rohe MR20 armchairs. A wonderful and iconic set of chairs originally designed by Van Der Rohe in 1927, this pa...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Ludwig Mies van der Rohe Seating
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Wicker, Rattan
Knoll by Mies Van der Rohe & Reich Black Leather Barcelona Armchairs, Set Of 2
By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Lilly Reich
Located in London, GB
Originally designed by Ludwig Mies Van der Rohe and Lilly Reich in 1925 and introduced at the Internal Exposition hosted in Barcelona in 1929, the Barcelona chair has since become on...
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1920s Italian Vintage Ludwig Mies van der Rohe Seating
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Leather
Alivar Barcelona chair Ludwig Mies van der Rohe 1990s
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Alivar
Located in Den Haag, NL
Barcelona Chair by Alivar Museum. The iconic design is one the world’s most favorite lounge chair. The Barcelona Chair was designed by Ludwig Mies Van Der Rohe was designed for the...
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1990s Italian Bauhaus Ludwig Mies van der Rohe Seating
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Steel
2013 Pair of Mies van der Rohe Knoll Stainless Steel Barcelona Chairs
By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a very special pair of 2013 production Barcelona lounge chairs, designed by Mies van der Rohe and produced by Knoll. The labels on the chairs make note of the model 250LS, wh...
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2010s American Modern Ludwig Mies van der Rohe Seating
Materials
Steel
4 Ludwig Mies van der Rohe Mr10 Dining Chairs 1960s Knoll International
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in London, GB
Complete set of four chrome cantilever MR10 chairs by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, in brown leather. This set of chairs is an early 1960s example of his famous design produced by Knoll International. The MR10 chair was first designed in the 1920s, and this set of four features the chrome springs on the backs and seats. Later the design was improved, with a shortening of the springs and a reversion to an elastic corset cord. The chairs still bear the oval sticker marks on the back of the bottom of the seats.
MR10 chairs are really comfortable, and are a real design Classic, as seen in many films and other media. Our MR10 chairs recently have been used to decorate the interior of a restaurant in London, which was featured in Architectural Digest, Dezeen, Elle Decoration, and many other publications (as shown in the images, which are property of Child Studio...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ludwig Mies van der Rohe Seating
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Steel, Chrome
Pair Ludwig Mies van der Rohe Barcelona Chairs for Knoll Associates, Inc., 1960s
By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Hamburg, PA
A luxurious pair of Mies van der Rohe Barcelona lounge chairs for Knoll Associates, Inc. They are in very good vintage condition and ...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ludwig Mies van der Rohe Seating
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Steel, Chrome
Set of Four Cantilever Black Leather and Chrome Brno Mies Van Der Rohe Chairs
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Pasadena, CA
This set of 4 chrome Brno chairs by Mies Van Der Rohe, classic Bauhaus design, is in nice original condition.
Designed by Mies van der Rohe in 1930 for his renowned Tugendhat House ...
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Late 20th Century American Bauhaus Ludwig Mies van der Rohe Seating
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Chrome
Mid-Century Modern Ludwig Mies van der Rohe for Knoll Krefeld Brown Lounge Chair
By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Classic and timeless design authentic Krefeld brown leather lounge chair.
Mid-Century Modern was originally Designed by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe in 1927 for the Esters and Lange residences in Krefeld, Germany.
One of the most popular designs of the 20th century a masterpiece that fits seamlessly into any environment.
Classic detailing, clean lines and exceptional comfort make the Krefeld lounge appropriate for residential and commercial use.
Specifications:
Upholstery: Leather, color brown saddle.
Cushions are high-density foam with a Dacron top layer.
The seat uses coil-spring suspension for enhanced comfort.
The back uses dynamic suspension for added flexibility and support.
The inner frame is constructed in engineered hardwood and plywood.
Legs are ash hardwood in a medium cherry finish.
The seat cushion is reversible.
Model: 751 Krefeld lounge chair...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Ludwig Mies van der Rohe Seating
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Leather, Fabric, Hardwood, Plywood
Mid-Century Modern Ludwig Mies van der Rohe for Knoll Krefeld Lounge Chairs Pair
By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Classic and timeless design authentic pair of Krefeld lounge chairs.
Mid-Century Modern was originally Designed by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe in 192...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Ludwig Mies van der Rohe Seating
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Leather, Fabric, Hardwood, Plywood
Midcentury Knoll Brno Chairs by Mies Van Der Rohe in Black 30 Available
By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
For your consideration these upholstered black Brno chairs for Knoll, designed by modernist master architect in 1930. These icons of Bauhaus design e...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Ludwig Mies van der Rohe Seating
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Chrome
MR20 armchair by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe for Knoll International 1960s
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll
Located in PARIS, FR
This armchair was designed by architect and designer Ludwig Mies van der Roh. It was designed in 1927 for the Deutscher Werkbund exhibition in Stuttgart. This "MR" furniture series i...
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1920s Bauhaus Vintage Ludwig Mies van der Rohe Seating
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Steel
Mies Van Der Rohe for Knoll Black Leather and Chrome Brno Chairs, Pair
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional pair of Mid-Century Modern Brno tubular club or lounge chairs
Designed by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe in 1930 for the Tugendhat House
Produced by Knoll
USA, Late 20th ...
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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Ludwig Mies van der Rohe Seating
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Chrome
Pair Armchairs "Barcelona" by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe for Knoll, USA 1929.
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Brussels , BE
Pair Armchairs "Barcelona" by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe for Knoll, USA 1929. Still bears it's original attribution mark.
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Early 20th Century American Ludwig Mies van der Rohe Seating
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Leather
A series of eight BRNO armchairs by Mies Van Der Rohe, Knoll USA edition 1980s.
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in VILLERS-SUR-MER, FR
A series of eight Brno armchairs designed by Ludwig Mies Van der Rohe in 1930 for the Villa Turgendhat in Brno, Czechoslovakia, Knoll USA edition, 1980s
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1980s American Vintage Ludwig Mies van der Rohe Seating
Materials
Chrome
2 Leather MR10 Chairs by Ludwig Mies Van Der Rohe, 1960s
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Argelato, BO
Vintage set of 2 MR10 dining chairs by Mies Van der Rohe. Chrome cantilevered frames with black original leather
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1970s Bauhaus Vintage Ludwig Mies van der Rohe Seating
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Metal
Pair of Knoll White Leather Mies van der Rohe Barcelona Chairs
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Dronten, NL
This pair of gorgeous white leather 'Barcelona' lounge chairs by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe for Knoll Studios is double-signed on each piece, with Knoll on the bottom of the seat cushi...
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1990s American Mid-Century Modern Ludwig Mies van der Rohe Seating
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Chrome
Model 245 Chrome and Leather Armchair by Mies van der Rohe for Knoll, 1960s
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll
Located in Milan, IT
245 armchair by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe for Knoll
Early edition with original leather and stainless steel frame.
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1960s Italian Vintage Ludwig Mies van der Rohe Seating
Materials
Chrome
Mies Van Der Rohe for Knoll Brno Chair in Cato Upholstery 60 available
By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Hudson, NY
Knoll Brno chair designed by Mies Van der Rohe. These chairs are upholstered in Knoll's Cato upholstery. Color is 'natural'- which reads as a pale oatmeal color. These chairs are fro...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ludwig Mies van der Rohe Seating
Materials
Steel
Set of 4 Mies Van Der Rohe Leather MR10 Cantilever Chairs 1970s
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Set of 4 Ludwig Mies van der Rohe leather and chrome MR10 chairs. The chairs are of a cognac leather color with tubular chrome frames.
Vitra...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ludwig Mies van der Rohe Seating
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Chrome
Paire de chauffeuses Barcelona de Ludwig Mies Van der Rohe, 1929
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Bruxelles, BE
Figure du Bauhaus, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe dessine la chauffeuse Barcelona en 1929 pour le pavillon allemand de l’Exposition universelle de Barcelone. Sa Barcelona Chair est aujourd...
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Ludwig Mies van der Rohe Seating
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Stainless Steel
Pair of 1970s Barcelona Lounge Chairs by Mies van der Rohe in Blue Leather
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Regensburg, DE
Well preserved pair of Barcelona Chairs from the 1970s.
Chrome-plated flat steel and black leather. Design by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, 1929 for the German pavilion at the world exhi...
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1970s German Bauhaus Vintage Ludwig Mies van der Rohe Seating
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Chrome
Set of 4 Mies Van Der Rohe for Knoll Brno Chairs in Cato Upholstery 60 available
By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Hudson, NY
Set of 4 Knoll Brno chairs designed by Mies Van der Rohe. These chairs are upholstered in Knoll's Cato upholstery. Color is 'natural'- which reads as a pale oatmeal color. These chai...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ludwig Mies van der Rohe Seating
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Steel
Knoll Barcelona Stools by Mies Van Der Rohe
By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Atlanta, GA
Iconic Pair of Barcelona stools or ottomans, designed by Mies van der Rohe for Knoll, American, circa 2000s. Retains Knoll tag underneath. They have been cleaned and a leather condit...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Ludwig Mies van der Rohe Seating
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Metal
Set of Four S 533 / MR10 Cantilever Chairs By Ludwig Mies Van Der Rohe
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Venice, CA
Set of four S 533 (also know as MR10) Cantilever chairs by Ludwig Mies Van Der Rohe. Chrome and rattan. Rattan has been recently redone and is in excellent condition.
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Ludwig Mies van der Rohe Seating
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Chrome
Set of 2 Vintage MR10 Chairs by Mies van Der Rohe for Knoll, 1970s
By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Milano, IT
The MR10 chairs produced for Knoll represent an original furniture design conceptualized by Mies van der Rohe. These vintage chairs are iconic, with frames that draw inspiration from...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ludwig Mies van der Rohe Seating
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Chrome
Ludwig Mies van der Rohe ‘barcelona’ lounge fauteuil for Knoll International
By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Amstelveen, Noord
This chair (model 250L) was designed by Mies van der Rohe together with interior designer Lilly Reich for the German pavilion of the 1929 World Fair in Barcelona. This chair was also...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ludwig Mies van der Rohe Seating
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Metal
Mies Van Der Rohe MR10 Cantilever Chairs in Black Leather for Thonet
By Thonet, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Iconic set of MR 10 (256CS / MR533) Cantilever dining chairs designed by Mies van der Rohe and manufactured by Thonet. Chrome plated steel tubular frames with black coloured seats an...
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1920s German Bauhaus Vintage Ludwig Mies van der Rohe Seating
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Steel, Chrome
Ludwig Mies van der Rohe ‘barcelona’ lounge fauteuil with hocker for Knoll Inter
By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Amstelveen, Noord
This chair (model 250L) was designed by Mies van der Rohe together with interior designer Lilly Reich for the German pavilion of the 1929 World Fair in Barcelona. This chair was also...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ludwig Mies van der Rohe Seating
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Metal
Knoll BRNO Tubular Armchair, 14 available
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in New York, NY
Designed by Mies van der Rohe for his renowned Tugendhat House in Brno, Czech Republic, this chair reflects the groundbreaking simplicity of its original environment. The design is c...
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1990s American Modern Ludwig Mies van der Rohe Seating
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Leather
Four Mies van der Rohe Knoll BRNO tubular armchairs in teal leather
By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Chicago, IL
Set of Four Mies van der Rohe for Knoll BRNO tubular chairs
In teal leather.
The elegant Brno Tubular Chair (designed in 1930) has a chromed tubula...
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Mid-Century Modern Ludwig Mies van der Rohe Seating
Materials
Leather
Daybed designed by Mies van der Rohe. U.S.A., Knoll International.
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Berlin, Berlin
Daybed designed by Mies van der Rohe. U.S.A., Knoll International, 2010.
The Barcelona daybed with Hardwood frame, tubular steel legs with a polished stainless steel finish and a su...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Ludwig Mies van der Rohe Seating
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Metal
1960s Mies van der Rohe for Knoll Barcelona Chair in Black Distressed Leather
By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a 1960s vintage Barcelona chair in distressed black leather with a polished stainless frame by Mies van der Rohe and produced by Knoll. This example came directly from Gratz Industries and was in their private collection. Gratz Industries produced the Barcelona chair frames...
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1960s American Modern Vintage Ludwig Mies van der Rohe Seating
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Steel
Ludwig Mies van der Rohe Barcelona Daybed for Knoll International
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Amsterdam, NL
The Knoll Studio Barcelona Daybed is an iconic design by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe. In 1929 Ludwig Mies van der Rohe was asked to design the Germ...
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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Ludwig Mies van der Rohe Seating
Materials
Leather, Wood
C. 1960s Mies van der Rohe for Knoll Barcelona Ottoman in Red Leather restored
By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a circa 1960s production Barcelona stool or ottoman, produced by Knoll, with a leather seat and polished stainless steel frame. This came from the private collection of Gratz...
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1960s American Modern Vintage Ludwig Mies van der Rohe Seating
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Steel
Mies Van der Rohe Barcelona Chair in Gold Leaf Leather w/ Gold Plated Frame
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an exceptionally rare and unusual Barcelona chair, produced by Gratz Industries, one of the original metal fabricators that produced the Barcelona chair for Knoll.
We were ...
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2010s American Modern Ludwig Mies van der Rohe Seating
Materials
Steel
C. 1960s Mies van der Rohe Brno High Back Chair in Gold over Bronze Frame
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a rare Brno chair designed by Mies van der Rohe, produced circa 1960’s, with custom high back and also gold plated over actual bronze flat bar which is very unusual. Gratz In...
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1960s American Modern Vintage Ludwig Mies van der Rohe Seating
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Bronze
Mies van der Rohe Chaise Ludwig Model 242 for Knoll International
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Pasadena, CA
This vintage chaise was designed by Mies van der Rohe in 1927 as part of his contribution to the Weissenhof exhibit in Stuttgart, Germany. The MR Collection represents some of his earliest steel furniture designs.
Made of tubular chromed steel and leather, this iconic piece was edited by Knoll International in the 70s. As a company that produced many of the most famous and iconic furniture designs of the 20th century, Knoll was a chief influence in the rise of modern design in the United States. Their work would help change the face of the American home and office.
The Bauhaus Master Marcel Breuer influenced Ludwig Mies van der Rohe's use of tubular steel. This was apparent in his design of the MR Adjustable Chaise...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ludwig Mies van der Rohe Seating
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Chrome
Set of 2 - Knoll Barcelona Ottomans Dark Brown Leather
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in New York, NY
Sold as pair.
Mies van der Rohe Barcelona Ottomans for Knoll in dark brown leather.
Knoll label under the seat.
Excellent condition.
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Ludwig Mies van der Rohe Seating
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Leather
Mies Van Der Rohe, Barcelona Daybed, Manufactured by Knoll International, 1970s
By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Wargrave, Berkshire
Barcelona Daybed, designed by Mies van Der Rohe for the German Pavilion at the 1929 International Exposition in Barcelona.
The collection of furniture he created was received with g...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ludwig Mies van der Rohe Seating
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Chrome
A Pair of Mies van der Rohe 'MR20' Cantilevered Armchairs
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Dallas, TX
A pair of vintage 'MR20' cantilevered cane armchairs by Mies van der Rohe for Knoll International. This chair is a version of the chair Mies presented in 1927 at the Stuttgart Weisse...
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Mid-20th Century American Bauhaus Ludwig Mies van der Rohe Seating
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Chrome
Krefeld Lounge Chairs by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe for Knoll
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Dallas, TX
From the Krefeld Lounge Collection, a pair of Krefeld Loung Chairs designed by Mies van der Rohe. The Krefeld Collection was designed in 1927 while planning the Esters and Lange resi...
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1990s American Ludwig Mies van der Rohe Seating
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Leather
Set of 6 Model S533 Chairs by Mies van der Rohe for Thonet, 1970s, Set of 6
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Thonet
Located in HEVERLEE, BE
Vintage cantilever dining chairs designed by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and produced by Thonet.
Beautiful elegant Bauhaus design dating from the 1920s with a chromed metal tubular fr...
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1970s Austrian Bauhaus Vintage Ludwig Mies van der Rohe Seating
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Chrome
Rare 1960s Gerald R.Griffith Barcelona Chairs, Mies van der Rohe
By Gerald R. Griffith, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Buffalo, NY
A collector's pair! These stunning pair of Barcelona chairs were made by Gerald R. Griffith under the close supervision of Mies van der Rohe, Pre-Knoll,, The Griffith chairs have ext...
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1960s American Bauhaus Vintage Ludwig Mies van der Rohe Seating
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Chrome
Set of Ten (10) Knoll Mies van der Rohe Tubular Brno Dining Chairs in Wool Blend
By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A lovely and complete set of 10 Brno armchair dining chairs designed by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and produced by Knoll. These feature chrome tubular frames with light grey wool blend...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Ludwig Mies van der Rohe Seating
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Chrome, Steel
A set of 6 MR10 chairs, Mies van der Rohe
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Thonet
Located in London, GB
A pair of 6 MR10 dining chairs designed by Mies van der Rohe in 1926 and manufactured by Thonet during the 1970s.
Mies van der Rohe was issued the patent for his tubular steel cant...
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Ludwig Mies van der Rohe Seating
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Steel, Chrome
Pair of Vintage Barcelona Chairs by Mies van der Rohe
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Dallas, TX
A pair of early Knoll Barcelona chairs designed by Mies van den Rohe. Stainless steel frames with patinated black leather.
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1960s Vintage Ludwig Mies van der Rohe Seating
Materials
Stainless Steel
Mies van der Rohe for Knoll Mid Century Barcelona Lounge Chairs - Pair
By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Countryside, IL
Mies van der Rohe for Knoll Mid Century Barcelona Lounge Chairs - Pair
Each chair measures: 30 wide x 29 deep x 29.75 high, w...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Ludwig Mies van der Rohe Seating
Materials
Chrome
Midcentury Barcelona Ottoman Stool in bright yellow Leather for Knoll
By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Mid century Ludwig Mies van der Rohe Barcelona ottoman or stool for Knoll studio. The classic design that helped define Mid-Century Modernism. Premium leather in a Rare bright yellow...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Ludwig Mies van der Rohe Seating
Materials
Stainless Steel
Ludwig Mies Van Der Rohe seating for sale on 1stDibs.
Ludwig Mies van der Rohe 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 Ludwig Mies van der Rohe seating, although black editions of this piece are particularly popular. We have 185 vintage editions of these items in-stock, while there is 5 modern edition to choose from as well. Many of the original seating by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe 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 Vladimir Kagan, Eero Saarinen, and Karl Springer. Prices for Ludwig Mies van der Rohe seating can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at £320 and can go as high as £52,074, while a piece like these, on average, fetch £3,948.
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- Who is Ludwig Mies van der Rohe?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Ludwig Mies van der Rohe was an architect and furniture designer who helped to define modernist design. He served as the director of the Bauhaus from 1930 to 1933 and moved to Chicago, Illinois, in 1938. He designed many well-known buildings, including the Seagram Building in New York and the apartment towers on Lake Shore Drive in Chicago, where he later lived. On 1stDibs, find a collection of Mies van der Rohe furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Ludwig Mies van der Rohe lived in the Lake Shore Drive apartment towers in Chicago. He moved to the city in 1938. Once there, Mies worked as an architect. He also served as the dean of the Illinois Institute of Technology. On 1stDibs, find a variety of Mies van der Rohe furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022No, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe was not famous for being a formalist. A formalist is a designer who adheres to strict rules of one particular style. Mies van der Rohe never attempted to work within the framework of one guiding architectural movement. Instead, he designed buildings and furniture to fit their purpose, always adhering to the principle of "less is more." Shop a range of Mies van der Rohe furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022To pronounce Mies van der Rohe, say "meez van der roh." The architect and furniture designer Ludwig Mies van der Rohe went simply by the name Mies, but you will often see him referred to as "Mies van der Rohe" or as the full "Ludwig Mies van der Rohe." His birth name was Maria Ludwig Michael Mies. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Mies van der Rohe furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Mies van der Rohe was known for many things. Some people associate him with the Bauhaus School, which he led from 1930 to 1933. Others associate him with his most famous architectural designs, including the Seagram Building in New York. In addition, Mies van der Rohe was an influential furniture designer and the dean of the Illinois Institute of Technology. Find a collection of Mies van der Rohe furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022No, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe is not famous for Gothic architecture. The period of Gothic architecture ranges from the 12th to 16th centuries. Mies van der Rohe was active from the 1920s to the 1960s. Historians consider him a modernist designer and architect. You'll find a collection of Mies van der Rohe furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022No, Mies van der Rohe was not in De Stijl, an art movement active in the Netherlands from 1917 to 1931. However, the movement did influence his thinking about design and helped inspire his work as the director of the Bauhaus from 1930 to 1933. On 1stDibs, find a variety of Mies van der Rohe furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022No, Mies van der Rohe was not a landscape architect. Although he had no formal architectural training, he designed many buildings around the world from the 1920s through the 1960s. Some of his most well-known designs include the Seagram Building in New York City, the Chicago Federal Complex and Farnsworth House, located in the suburbs of Chicago. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Mies van der Rohe furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022No, Mies van der Rohe didn't win any major competitions. However, a well-known annual competition shares his name. The European Union awards the Mies van der Rohe Award for outstanding achievements in contemporary architecture every two years. Find a selection of Mies van der Rohe furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Yes. Although he didn't restrict himself to that particular architectural style, Mies van der Rohe is famous for the international style. His work and buildings created by his students and followers heavily influenced the movement. You can see hallmarks of the style in the simplicity of his work, as well as in his use of steel and plate glass construction materials. You'll find a range of Mies van der Rohe furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022No, Mies van der Rohe is not most famous for the industrial style. However, many of his later buildings did employ materials typical in the style, such as industrial-grade steel and plate glass. You'll find a selection of Mies van der Rohe furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022There are numerous Mies van der Rohe buildings. The campus of the Illinois Institute of Technology is home to 20 of his designs, such as the Minerals and Metals Research Building and the Engineering Research Building. Other Mies van der Rohe buildings found in Chicago include the Promontory Apartments, the 860-880 Lake Shore Apartments, the Chicago Federal Center and the Esplanade Apartment Buildings. Shop a selection of Mies van der Rohe furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Marcel Breuer designed tubular steel furniture with Mies van der Rohe. It was Breuer who came up with the idea for using the material as a base for chairs, tables and other furnishings after he became fascinated by the frame of his bicycle. You'll find a variety of vintage tubular steel furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022No, not everything that Mies van der Rohe produced is considered Bauhaus architecture. Generally, designs he created during the early 1930s, like the Villa Tugendhat in Brno, Czech Republic, fall under the category. Mies van der Rohe continued to design buildings for decades to come and experimented in a variety of styles. Shop a collection of Mies van der Rohe furniture on 1stDibs.
