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Marcel Breuer Seating

American, Hungarian, 1902-1981

The architect and designer Marcel Breuer was one the 20th century’s most influential and innovative adherents of modernism. A member of the Bauhaus faculty, Breuer — like such colleagues as the architects Walter Gropius and Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, and the artists and art theoreticians László Moholy-Nagy and Josef Albers — left Europe in the 1930s to champion the new design philosophy and its practice in the United States.

Born in Hungary, Breuer became a Bauhaus student in 1920 and quickly impressed Gropius, the German school’s founder, with his aptitude for furniture design. His early work was influenced by the minimalist Dutch design movement De Stijl — in particular the work of architect Gerrit Rietveld.

In 1925, while he was head of the Bauhaus furniture workshop, Breuer realized his signature innovation: the use of lightweight tubular-steel frames for chairs, tables and sofas — a technique soon adopted by Mies and others. Breuer’s attention gradually shifted from design to architecture, and, at the urging of Gropius, he joined his mentor in 1937 on the faculty of Harvard and in an architectural practice.

In the 1940s, Breuer opened his own architectural office, and there his style evolved from geometric, glass-walled structures toward a kind of hybrid architecture — seen in numerous Breuer houses in New England — that pairs bases of local fieldstone with sleek, wood-framed modernist upper floors. In his later, larger commissions, Breuer worked chiefly with reinforced concrete and stone, as seen in his best-known design, the brutalist inverted ziggurat built in New York in 1966 as the home of the Whitney Museum of American Art.

Breuer’s most famous furniture pieces are those made of tubular steel, which include the Wassily chair — named after Wassily Kandinsky and recognizable for its leather-strap seating supports — and the caned Cesca chair.

Breuer also made several notable designs in molded plywood, including a chaise and nesting table for the British firm Isokon and a student furniture suite commissioned in 1938 for a dormitory at Bryn Mawr College. Whether in metal or wood, Breuer’s design objects are elegant and adaptable examples of classic modernist design — useful and appropriate in any environment.

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Creator: Marcel Breuer
Set of 4 Marcel Breuer Cesca Metal and Wood Mid-Century Modern Chairs, C. 1960
By Marcel Breuer
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
This set of four Cesca chairs, designed by Marcel Breuer, is a true testament to the iconic Bauhaus movement of the 20th century. Manufactured in Italy by an unknown manufacturer cir...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Marcel Breuer Seating

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Metal

Set of 4 Marcel Breuer Cesca Metal and Wood Mid-Century Modern Chairs, C. 1960
Set of 4 Marcel Breuer Cesca Metal and Wood Mid-Century Modern Chairs, C. 1960

Set of 4 Marcel Breuer Cesca Metal and Wood Mid-Century Modern Chairs, C. 1960

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Set of 4 Marcel Breuer Cesca Metal and Wood Mid-Century Modern Chairs, c 1960
By Marcel Breuer
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Set of 4 Cesca chairs, designed by Marcel Breuer. Manufactured in Italy, circa 1960 by Unknown Manufacturer Metal pipe frame, wood seat and...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Marcel Breuer Seating

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Metal

Set of 4 Marcel Breuer Cesca Metal and Wood Mid-Century Modern Chairs, c 1960
Set of 4 Marcel Breuer Cesca Metal and Wood Mid-Century Modern Chairs, c 1960

Set of 4 Marcel Breuer Cesca Metal and Wood Mid-Century Modern Chairs, c 1960

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Pair of Marcel Breuer Cesca Chairs, circa 1960
By Marcel Breuer
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Set of two chairs, model Cesca, designed by Marcel Breuer circa 1960, by unknown manufacturer. Metal pipe frame, wood seat and back structure and rattan. In good condition, with ...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Marcel Breuer Seating

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Metal

Pair of Marcel Breuer Cesca Chairs, circa 1960
Pair of Marcel Breuer Cesca Chairs, circa 1960

Pair of Marcel Breuer Cesca Chairs, circa 1960

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Gavina Cesca Chair by Marcep Breuer
By Marcel Breuer
Located in Београд, RS
Cesca chair by Marcel Breuer for Gavina.
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1960s Vintage Marcel Breuer Seating

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Chrome

Gavina Cesca Chair by Marcep Breuer
Gavina Cesca Chair by Marcep Breuer

Gavina Cesca Chair by Marcep Breuer

Mid Century Model MG5 leather chair by Marcel Breuer, 1970’s
By Marcel Breuer
Located in Delft, NL
Chair MG5 by Marcel Breuer in black saddle leather name: chair MG5 designer: Marcel Breuer, inspired by Mart Stam (Dutch) manufacturer: JOX Interni, Italy design year: 1928 year of m...
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1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Marcel Breuer Seating

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Metal

Mid Century Model MG5 leather chair by Marcel Breuer, 1970’s
Mid Century Model MG5 leather chair by Marcel Breuer, 1970’s

Mid Century Model MG5 leather chair by Marcel Breuer, 1970’s

Red Leather Wassily Chair by Marcel Breuer for Knoll, 1920s
By Knoll, Marcel Breuer
Located in Budapest, HU
Introducing the Wassily Chair, a well-known piece designed by Marcel Breuer. This chair is now available in a bright red finish that draws attention. The chair has the designer's sig...
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1920s Italian Vintage Marcel Breuer Seating

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Chrome

Red Leather Wassily Chair by Marcel Breuer for Knoll, 1920s
Red Leather Wassily Chair by Marcel Breuer for Knoll, 1920s

Red Leather Wassily Chair by Marcel Breuer for Knoll, 1920s

Four (4) NIB Cesca Bar Stools Marcel Breuer Knoll Chromed Steel Upholstery
By Marcel Breuer, Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
At the Bauhaus, Marcel Breuer married traditional craftsmanship with industrial methods and materials to help make tubular steel furniture an international sensation and a modern institution. Marcel Breuer was also the designer of the iconic Wassily chair and the Breuer Building, which now houses the Whitney Museum of American Art in the heart of NYC. This brand new set is in the super elegant "Caviar Hourglass" upholstery, and have never been used. These chairs are new in box, and have been priced near the first-party Knoll price. However, we can offer discounted and faster shipping, and are willing to reasonably negotiate. At this time, we have a total of 8 stools...
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2010s American Bauhaus Marcel Breuer Seating

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Steel, Chrome

Four (4) NIB Cesca Bar Stools Marcel Breuer Knoll Chromed Steel Upholstery
Four (4) NIB Cesca Bar Stools Marcel Breuer Knoll Chromed Steel Upholstery

Four (4) NIB Cesca Bar Stools Marcel Breuer Knoll Chromed Steel Upholstery

Knoll International Wassily Chair by Marcel Breuer Black Leather
By Marcel Breuer, Knoll
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This Wassily chair, in chromed tubular steel and black leather, was designed by Marcel Breuer and produced by Knoll International. Knoll International production with the Marcel Breu...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Bauhaus Marcel Breuer Seating

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Stainless Steel, Chrome

Knoll International Wassily Chair by Marcel Breuer Black Leather
Knoll International Wassily Chair by Marcel Breuer Black Leather

Knoll International Wassily Chair by Marcel Breuer Black Leather

Four Vintage Matteo Grassi MG5 Marcel Breuer Cognac Brown Leather Armchairs 4
By Matteo Grassi, Marcel Breuer
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this sublime suite of four original fully stamped Matteo Grassi MG5 circa 1970 whisky brown leather armchairs designed by...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Marcel Breuer Seating

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Chrome

Four Vintage Matteo Grassi MG5 Marcel Breuer Cognac Brown Leather Armchairs 4
Four Vintage Matteo Grassi MG5 Marcel Breuer Cognac Brown Leather Armchairs 4

Four Vintage Matteo Grassi MG5 Marcel Breuer Cognac Brown Leather Armchairs 4

Italian mid-century modern black Cesca chairs by Marcel Breuer for Gavina, 1960s
By Gavina, Marcel Breuer
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian mid-century modern set of 8 black wood, steel and Vienna straw Cesca chairs by Marcel Breuer for Gavina, 1960s. Set of 6 Cesca model chairs with armrests, with seat and back ...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Marcel Breuer Seating

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Steel

Italian mid-century modern black Cesca chairs by Marcel Breuer for Gavina, 1960s
Italian mid-century modern black Cesca chairs by Marcel Breuer for Gavina, 1960s

Italian mid-century modern black Cesca chairs by Marcel Breuer for Gavina, 1960s

1970s Marcel Breuer B35 Modern Rattan Wicker Arm Chairs for Icf a Pair
By Marcel Breuer
Located in Saddle River, NJ
Vintage Marcel Breuer B35 Rattan Armchairs These iconic chairs, designed by the renowned architect and designer Marcel Breuer, offer a perfect blend of comfort and style. The rattan...
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1970s Italian Modern Vintage Marcel Breuer Seating

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Rattan

1970s Marcel Breuer B35 Modern Rattan Wicker Arm Chairs for Icf a Pair
1970s Marcel Breuer B35 Modern Rattan Wicker Arm Chairs for Icf a Pair

1970s Marcel Breuer B35 Modern Rattan Wicker Arm Chairs for Icf a Pair

Bauhaus Writing Desk and Chair, Thonet, Chrome-Plated Steel, Czechia, 1930s
By Thonet, Marcel Breuer
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
Bauhaus writing desk and chair. Source: Czechia (Czechoslovakia) Period: 1930-1939 Material: Chrome-Plated Steel, Lacquered Wood Number of d...
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1930s Czech Bauhaus Vintage Marcel Breuer Seating

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Steel, Chrome

Bauhaus Writing Desk and Chair, Thonet, Chrome-Plated Steel, Czechia, 1930s
Bauhaus Writing Desk and Chair, Thonet, Chrome-Plated Steel, Czechia, 1930s

Bauhaus Writing Desk and Chair, Thonet, Chrome-Plated Steel, Czechia, 1930s

Set of 6 Marcel Breuer B5/B40 Chairs with Tubular Frame and Black Leather
By Marcel Breuer
Located in Baambrugge, NL
Set of 6 Marcel Breuer B5/B40 chairs with tubular frame and black leather. These iconic dining chairs from the mid-century period (1940–1960) feature a bent ...
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1950s North American Vintage Marcel Breuer Seating

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Steel

Set of 6 Marcel Breuer B5/B40 Chairs with Tubular Frame and Black Leather
Set of 6 Marcel Breuer B5/B40 Chairs with Tubular Frame and Black Leather

Set of 6 Marcel Breuer B5/B40 Chairs with Tubular Frame and Black Leather

1970s Gavina Italy Chair "Cesca" by Marcel Breuer
By Marcel Breuer
Located in Biella, IT
Gavina production Italy chair "cesca" by Marcel Breuer design years '70, signed label.  
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1970s Italian Modern Vintage Marcel Breuer Seating

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Metal

1970s Gavina Italy Chair "Cesca" by Marcel Breuer
1970s Gavina Italy Chair "Cesca" by Marcel Breuer

1970s Gavina Italy Chair "Cesca" by Marcel Breuer

Set of 6 Thonet Cesca Chairs by Marcel Breuer
By Marcel Breuer
Located in Pasadena, TX
Set of 6 Thonet Cesca chairs 1980s Set of four armchairs, model Cesca, designed by Marcel Breuer. Manufactured by Thonet circa 1981 Chrome cantilever fr...
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1980s North American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Marcel Breuer Seating

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Chrome

Set of 6 Thonet Cesca Chairs by Marcel Breuer
Set of 6 Thonet Cesca Chairs by Marcel Breuer

Set of 6 Thonet Cesca Chairs by Marcel Breuer

Italian MCM Marcel Breuer Cesca Accent, Side or Desk Chair, ITALY -- One Chair
By Marcel Breuer
Located in Basel, BS
A beautiful single Italian Breuer Cesca chair with a Wood framed seat and back, birds eye cane and a chrome plated metal frame. This chair is in beautiful condition, marked "made in ...
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1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Marcel Breuer Seating

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Chrome

Italian MCM Marcel Breuer Cesca Accent, Side or Desk Chair, ITALY -- One Chair
Italian MCM Marcel Breuer Cesca Accent, Side or Desk Chair, ITALY -- One Chair

Italian MCM Marcel Breuer Cesca Accent, Side or Desk Chair, ITALY -- One Chair

Pair of Bauhaus Armchairs, by M. Breuer, for Mücke-Melder, Chrome, Czech, 1930s
By Mücke & Melder, Marcel Breuer
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
Producer: Mücke-Melder Fryštát, cat. Type Fn24 These chairs have well preserved the original upholstery from the 1930s. The armchair with upholstery is based on the original design...
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20th Century Czech Bauhaus Marcel Breuer Seating

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Chrome, Steel

Pair of Bauhaus Armchairs, by M. Breuer, for Mücke-Melder, Chrome, Czech, 1930s
Pair of Bauhaus Armchairs, by M. Breuer, for Mücke-Melder, Chrome, Czech, 1930s

Pair of Bauhaus Armchairs, by M. Breuer, for Mücke-Melder, Chrome, Czech, 1930s

1970s Marcel Breuer B35 Modern Rattan Wicker Arm Chair for Icf
By Marcel Breuer
Located in Saddle River, NJ
Stunning Designer Chair! This 1970s Marcel Breuer B35 Modern Rattan Arm Chair is a true masterpiece of design. Known for its sleek lines and timeless appeal, this chair is not only ...
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1970s Italian Modern Vintage Marcel Breuer Seating

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Rattan

1970s Marcel Breuer B35 Modern Rattan Wicker Arm Chair for Icf
1970s Marcel Breuer B35 Modern Rattan Wicker Arm Chair for Icf

1970s Marcel Breuer B35 Modern Rattan Wicker Arm Chair for Icf

Italian mid-century Brown Armchairs Wassily by Marcel Breuer for Gavina, 1960s
By Marcel Breuer, Gavina
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian mid-century modern Brown leather armchairs Wassily by Marcel Breuer for Gavina, 1960s Pair of armchairs mod. Wassily or B3 in brown leather. The backrest, armrests and seat a...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Marcel Breuer Seating

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Steel

Italian mid-century Brown Armchairs Wassily by Marcel Breuer for Gavina, 1960s
Italian mid-century Brown Armchairs Wassily by Marcel Breuer for Gavina, 1960s

Italian mid-century Brown Armchairs Wassily by Marcel Breuer for Gavina, 1960s

8 Marcel Breuer Black Leather/Suede Cesca Side/Dining Chairs for Knoll, 1980
By Knoll, Marcel Breuer
Located in Chicago, IL
8 Marcel Breuer Cesca Side/Dining Chairs for Knoll, 1980. Black Leather Lamp Skin Backs with black suede seat cushion Newly upholstered. You can send your own COM if interested. Meas...
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1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Marcel Breuer Seating

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Leather, Suede

8 Marcel Breuer Black Leather/Suede Cesca Side/Dining Chairs for Knoll, 1980
8 Marcel Breuer Black Leather/Suede Cesca Side/Dining Chairs for Knoll, 1980

8 Marcel Breuer Black Leather/Suede Cesca Side/Dining Chairs for Knoll, 1980

Italian MCM Marcel Breuer Cesca Accent, Side or Desk Chair, ITALY -- One Chair
By Marcel Breuer
Located in Basel, BS
A beautiful single Italian Breuer Cesca chair with a Wood framed seat and back, birds eye cane and a chrome plated metal frame. This chair is in beautiful condition, marked "made in ...
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1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Marcel Breuer Seating

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Chrome

Italian MCM Marcel Breuer Cesca Accent, Side or Desk Chair, ITALY -- One Chair
Italian MCM Marcel Breuer Cesca Accent, Side or Desk Chair, ITALY -- One Chair

Italian MCM Marcel Breuer Cesca Accent, Side or Desk Chair, ITALY -- One Chair

B3 Wassily chairs by Marcel Breuer, 1960s, set of 2
By Marcel Breuer
Located in Correggio, IT
Pair of Wassily armchairs designed by Marcel Breuer made of black leather and chromed metal tubular frame. The Wassily B3 Chair is an icon of twentieth-century modernism, ideal for f...
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1970s Italian Bauhaus Vintage Marcel Breuer Seating

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Steel

B3 Wassily chairs by Marcel Breuer, 1960s, set of 2
B3 Wassily chairs by Marcel Breuer, 1960s, set of 2

B3 Wassily chairs by Marcel Breuer, 1960s, set of 2

Chrome Bauhaus Stool Thonet B8 by Marcel Breuer, 1930 'Eisengarn'
By Thonet, Marcel Breuer
Located in Praha, CZ
- 1930s - propably Thonet or other makers.. - Design: Marcel Breuer - Published in books and catalogues - Original condition, chrome with patina, all screws original - Original Eisen...
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1920s German Bauhaus Vintage Marcel Breuer Seating

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Chrome

Chrome Bauhaus Stool Thonet B8 by Marcel Breuer, 1930 'Eisengarn'
Chrome Bauhaus Stool Thonet B8 by Marcel Breuer, 1930 'Eisengarn'

Chrome Bauhaus Stool Thonet B8 by Marcel Breuer, 1930 'Eisengarn'

1930s M. Breuer Set of B10 Bauhaus Tubular Table + B34 Armachairs by M. Melder
By Marcel Breuer, Mücke & Melder
Located in Praha, CZ
- Chrome plated parts in good condition with some signs of use - Top desk and wooden armrests has been relacquered some times ago and they are in good condition - Newly upholst...
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1930s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Marcel Breuer Seating

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Chrome

1930s M. Breuer Set of B10 Bauhaus Tubular Table + B34 Armachairs by M. Melder
1930s M. Breuer Set of B10 Bauhaus Tubular Table + B34 Armachairs by M. Melder

1930s M. Breuer Set of B10 Bauhaus Tubular Table + B34 Armachairs by M. Melder

Marcel Breuer For Thonet B35 Cantilever Leather Sling Lounge Chairs Set of 2
By Thonet, Marcel Breuer
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Handsome set of mid-century modern cantilever black leather lounge chairs designed by Marcel Breuer for Thonet. These model B35 armchairs demonstrate a European Modern Bauhaus disci...
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Marcel Breuer Seating

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Metal, Chrome

Marcel Breuer For Thonet B35 Cantilever Leather Sling Lounge Chairs Set of 2
Marcel Breuer For Thonet B35 Cantilever Leather Sling Lounge Chairs Set of 2

Marcel Breuer For Thonet B35 Cantilever Leather Sling Lounge Chairs Set of 2

1970s Pair of Wassily Chairs by Marcel Breuer for Knoll in Grey Leather Model B3
By Knoll, Marcel Breuer
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an original pair of Wassily Lounge Chairs, model 50L, designed by Marcel Breuer in 1925. These examples were produced by Knoll in the 1970s, and the listed price includes bot...
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1970s American Modern Vintage Marcel Breuer Seating

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Steel

1970s Pair of Wassily Chairs by Marcel Breuer for Knoll in Grey Leather Model B3
1970s Pair of Wassily Chairs by Marcel Breuer for Knoll in Grey Leather Model B3

1970s Pair of Wassily Chairs by Marcel Breuer for Knoll in Grey Leather Model B3

Pair of Cesca Armchairs by Marcel Breuer For Gavina Knoll, Italy
By Gavina, Knoll, Marcel Breuer
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Marcel Breuer Cesca Armchairs made in Italy in the 1960s by Knoll Gavina.
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Marcel Breuer Seating

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Chrome

Pair of Cesca Armchairs by Marcel Breuer For Gavina Knoll, Italy
Pair of Cesca Armchairs by Marcel Breuer For Gavina Knoll, Italy

Pair of Cesca Armchairs by Marcel Breuer For Gavina Knoll, Italy

Marcel Breuer Bauhaus Black Leather and Chrome Model B3 Wassily Armchair, 1973
By Marcel Breuer, Gavina
Located in Vicenza, IT
Model B3 “Wassily” armchair, designed by Marcel Breuer in 1925 and produced in Italy in 1973. It features a chrome-plated steel structure and seat and back in black leather. Good v...
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1960s Italian Bauhaus Vintage Marcel Breuer Seating

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Chrome, Iron

Marcel Breuer Bauhaus Black Leather and Chrome Model B3 Wassily Armchair, 1973
Marcel Breuer Bauhaus Black Leather and Chrome Model B3 Wassily Armchair, 1973

Marcel Breuer Bauhaus Black Leather and Chrome Model B3 Wassily Armchair, 1973

Pair of chairs mod. "Wassily," design Marcel BREUER. 1970s ed
By Marcel Breuer
Located in Torino, IT
Pair of Wassily chairs, design Marcel BREUER chrome metal and leather. PERIOD 1970s reissue based on original 1925 design DESIGNER Original Drawing by Marcel BREUER MODEL Wassily ...
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1970s German Vintage Marcel Breuer Seating

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Metal

Pair of chairs mod. "Wassily," design Marcel BREUER. 1970s ed
Pair of chairs mod. "Wassily," design Marcel BREUER. 1970s ed

Pair of chairs mod. "Wassily," design Marcel BREUER. 1970s ed

Cesca Armchair by Marcel Breuer, 1928
By Marcel Breuer
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A minimal Cesca armchair designed by Marcel Breuer featuring caned seat and back on a cantilevered tubular chrome frame. Originally from the Levy House...
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1930s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Marcel Breuer Seating

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Metal

Cesca Armchair by Marcel Breuer, 1928
Cesca Armchair by Marcel Breuer, 1928

Cesca Armchair by Marcel Breuer, 1928

Breuer Rocking-Chair
By Marcel Breuer
Located in Paris, FR
Rocking-chair by Marcel Breuer, 1980.
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Late 20th Century Marcel Breuer Seating

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Metal

Breuer Rocking-Chair
Breuer Rocking-Chair

Breuer Rocking-Chair

Mid Century Modern Sculptural Lounge Chair B-35 by Marcel Breuer ICF Germany
By Marcel Breuer
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous and iconic design by Marcel Breuer from the Bauhaus period of the late twenties. Cantilevered chrome arms with maple armrests which wrap around the wicker body in a continuous motion. This particular B-35 model is from c1970 and made in West Germany by ICF of New York. In excellent vintage condition with minimal wear, one arm rest has a loss of finish, very minor which we will to...
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1970s German Bauhaus Vintage Marcel Breuer Seating

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Steel, Chrome

Mid Century Modern Sculptural Lounge Chair B-35 by Marcel Breuer ICF Germany
Mid Century Modern Sculptural Lounge Chair B-35 by Marcel Breuer ICF Germany

Mid Century Modern Sculptural Lounge Chair B-35 by Marcel Breuer ICF Germany

S64 Cesca dining chairs Marcel Breuer inspired - Italy
By Marcel Breuer
Located in Buggenhout, Oost-Vlaanderen
Nice set of armchairs with a a chromed-steel tubular cantilever base and a caned seat and back encased in a frame of beech. Inspired on the famous Cesca chairs from Marcel Breuer. M...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Marcel Breuer Seating

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Wood

S64 Cesca dining chairs Marcel Breuer inspired - Italy
S64 Cesca dining chairs Marcel Breuer inspired - Italy

S64 Cesca dining chairs Marcel Breuer inspired - Italy

B32 Dining Chairs by Marcel Breuer for Gavina 1960s
By Marcel Breuer
Located in Byron Bay, NSW
The chairs showcase a cantilevered design, a signature element of Marcel Breuer’s work, giving a floating appearance without traditional legs. Named after Breuer’s daughter Francesca...
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1960s Italian Vintage Marcel Breuer Seating

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Chrome

B32 Dining Chairs by Marcel Breuer for Gavina 1960s
B32 Dining Chairs by Marcel Breuer for Gavina 1960s

B32 Dining Chairs by Marcel Breuer for Gavina 1960s

2er Set B34 Freischwinger Marcel Breuer Leder Thonet zugeschrieben
By Thonet, Marcel Breuer
Located in Berlin, DE
Wir bieten ein wunderschönes 2er Set Freischwinger Leder Stühle von Marcel Breuer zum Verkauf an. Die Stühle gelten als wahre Design Klassiker des Bauhaus und wurden auch mit eigenen...
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1980s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Marcel Breuer Seating

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Leather

2er Set B34 Freischwinger Marcel Breuer Leder Thonet zugeschrieben
2er Set B34 Freischwinger Marcel Breuer Leder Thonet zugeschrieben

2er Set B34 Freischwinger Marcel Breuer Leder Thonet zugeschrieben

Marcel Breuer Cesca Chair for THONET 1978
By Marcel Breuer
Located in Čelinac, BA
Marcel Breuer Cesca Chair 1978
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1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Marcel Breuer Seating

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Chrome

Marcel Breuer Cesca Chair for THONET 1978
Marcel Breuer Cesca Chair for THONET 1978

Marcel Breuer Cesca Chair for THONET 1978

Marcel Breuer Aluminium Chair 1933 ICF Cadsana Italy MoMa Museum Bauhaus Black
By Marcel Breuer, ICF De Padova
Located in Munster, NRW
Marcel Breuer - Aluminium Chair 1933, manufactured by ICF Cadsana, Italy - MoMa German-born architect Marcel Breuer (1902-1981) was one of the most important designers of the 20th c...
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1920s Italian Bauhaus Vintage Marcel Breuer Seating

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Aluminum

Marcel Breuer Aluminium Chair 1933 ICF Cadsana Italy MoMa Museum Bauhaus Black
Marcel Breuer Aluminium Chair 1933 ICF Cadsana Italy MoMa Museum Bauhaus Black

Marcel Breuer Aluminium Chair 1933 ICF Cadsana Italy MoMa Museum Bauhaus Black

Marcel Breuer ‘F41-E’ Breuer-couches on wheels for Tecta, 1984
By Marcel Breuer
Located in Sittard, LI
The F41-E Chaise Longue is a striking piece of furniture designed by Marcel Breuer in the mid-20th century. Produced by the German manufacturer Tecta, this chaise longue is a prime e...
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1980s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Marcel Breuer Seating

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Metal, Chrome

Marcel Breuer ‘F41-E’ Breuer-couches on wheels for Tecta, 1984
Marcel Breuer ‘F41-E’ Breuer-couches on wheels for Tecta, 1984

Marcel Breuer ‘F41-E’ Breuer-couches on wheels for Tecta, 1984

Marcel Breuer B35 Black and Chrome Lounge Chairs
By Marcel Breuer
Located in Weesp, NL
Beautiful pair of B35 Lounge chairs from the first owner who bought them in the early 1970's. The armrests and chrome plated tubular frame has been polished and t...
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1970s German Bauhaus Vintage Marcel Breuer Seating

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Chrome

Marcel Breuer B35 Black and Chrome Lounge Chairs
Marcel Breuer B35 Black and Chrome Lounge Chairs

Marcel Breuer B35 Black and Chrome Lounge Chairs

B3 Wassily Chair by Marcel Breuer
By Marcel Breuer
Located in Miami, FL
B3 wassily chair by marcel breuer for gavina, italy 1960’s The Wassily Lounge Chair was designed by Marcel Breuer. Made in off-white canvas with chromed t...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Bauhaus Marcel Breuer Seating

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Steel, Chrome

B3 Wassily Chair by Marcel Breuer
B3 Wassily Chair by Marcel Breuer

B3 Wassily Chair by Marcel Breuer

D25 cantilever chairs, Marcel Breuer, Tecta
By Marcel Breuer, Jean Prouvé, Mart Stam
Located in Neuss, NW
Timeless D25 cantilever chair based on designs during the cooperation of Mart Stam, Marcel Breuer and Jean Prouvé with Tecta. High-quality frame made of ben...
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1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Marcel Breuer Seating

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Steel

D25 cantilever chairs, Marcel Breuer, Tecta
D25 cantilever chairs, Marcel Breuer, Tecta

D25 cantilever chairs, Marcel Breuer, Tecta

Olive Canvas Wassily Chair by Marcel Breuer, Signed
By Marcel Breuer
Located in London, England
The Wassily Chair, also known as the Model B3 chair, is a famous and iconic piece of modern furniture design. It was designed by Marcel Breuer in 192...
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1930s Italian Organic Modern Vintage Marcel Breuer Seating

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Steel, Chrome

Olive Canvas Wassily Chair by Marcel Breuer, Signed
Olive Canvas Wassily Chair by Marcel Breuer, Signed

Olive Canvas Wassily Chair by Marcel Breuer, Signed

S 35 Cantilever Leather Lounge Armchair Designed by Marcel Breuer
By Marcel Breuer
Located in New York, NY
RANGE S 35 cow hide Among all the cantilever chairs of the Bauhaus epoch, the armchair S 35, with its lightness, flexibility and comfort, casts a shadow over eve...
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2010s German Marcel Breuer Seating

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Leather

S 35 Cantilever Leather Lounge Armchair Designed by Marcel Breuer
S 35 Cantilever Leather Lounge Armchair Designed by Marcel Breuer

S 35 Cantilever Leather Lounge Armchair Designed by Marcel Breuer

1960s Marcel Breuer for Knoll Isokon Chaise Lounge Chair New White Upholstery
By Marcel Breuer, Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is an original 1960s Marcel Breuer for Isokon chaise lounge chair. This example has just been masterfully reupholstered by Forthright NYC...
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1960s American Modern Vintage Marcel Breuer Seating

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Fabric

1960s Marcel Breuer for Knoll Isokon Chaise Lounge Chair New White Upholstery
1960s Marcel Breuer for Knoll Isokon Chaise Lounge Chair New White Upholstery

1960s Marcel Breuer for Knoll Isokon Chaise Lounge Chair New White Upholstery

Rare Restored Marcel Breuer Rattan Back Chrome "cesca" Chairs By Virco, Set of 4
By Marcel Breuer
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Rare set of 4 Marcel Breuer rattan back chrome "Cesca" chairs by Virco. This rare variant of the Cesca chair features the rare rattan back with chrome legs. Marcel Breuer (1902-1981) vintage re-edition "Cesca" armchair by Virco. Cantilevered tubular chrome frame with maple and cane seats, backs, and arms, circa 1970, made in Italy. Cesca chair, named after his daughter Francesca, marries caning and hardwood Beech with the Industrial-age aesthetic of cantilevered tubular steel. Functional, simple, and distinctly modern. Cesca chair has no legs and it relies on support from the tensile properties of steel tubing. It uses non-reinforced steel tubing, thereby creating a free-swinging chair...
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1950s Vintage Marcel Breuer Seating

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Rattan

Rare Restored Marcel Breuer Rattan Back Chrome "cesca" Chairs By Virco, Set of 4
Rare Restored Marcel Breuer Rattan Back Chrome "cesca" Chairs By Virco, Set of 4

Rare Restored Marcel Breuer Rattan Back Chrome "cesca" Chairs By Virco, Set of 4

Marcel Breuer Bauhaus Black Leather Model B3 Wassily Armchair, 1973, Set of 3
By Marcel Breuer, Gavina
Located in Vicenza, IT
Set of three model B3 “Wassily” armchairs, designed by Marcel Breuer in 1925 and produced in Italy in 1973. It features a chrome-plated steel structure and seat and back in black le...
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1960s Italian Bauhaus Vintage Marcel Breuer Seating

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Chrome, Iron

Marcel Breuer Bauhaus Black Leather Model B3 Wassily Armchair, 1973, Set of 3
Marcel Breuer Bauhaus Black Leather Model B3 Wassily Armchair, 1973, Set of 3

Marcel Breuer Bauhaus Black Leather Model B3 Wassily Armchair, 1973, Set of 3

Chrome Bauhaus Stool Thonet B8 by Marcel Breuer, 1930 'Eisengarn'
By Marcel Breuer, Thonet
Located in Praha, CZ
- 1930s - propably Thonet - Design: Marcel Breuer - Published in books and catalogues - Original condition, chrome with patina, all screws original - Original Eisengarn / Iron fabri...
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1920s German Bauhaus Vintage Marcel Breuer Seating

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Chrome

Chrome Bauhaus Stool Thonet B8 by Marcel Breuer, 1930 'Eisengarn'
Chrome Bauhaus Stool Thonet B8 by Marcel Breuer, 1930 'Eisengarn'

Chrome Bauhaus Stool Thonet B8 by Marcel Breuer, 1930 'Eisengarn'

SIX RESTORED ViNTAGE BROWN LEATHER MARCEL BREUER B34 FASEM DINING ARMCHAIRS 6
By Marcel Breuer, Fasem International
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this one of a kind suite of six, fully restored, Marcel Breuer, Fasem, B34 armchairs in hand dyed brown leat...
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20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Marcel Breuer Seating

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Chrome

SIX RESTORED ViNTAGE BROWN LEATHER MARCEL BREUER B34 FASEM DINING ARMCHAIRS 6
SIX RESTORED ViNTAGE BROWN LEATHER MARCEL BREUER B34 FASEM DINING ARMCHAIRS 6

SIX RESTORED ViNTAGE BROWN LEATHER MARCEL BREUER B34 FASEM DINING ARMCHAIRS 6

Marcel Breuer Pair of 'B64' Armchairs
By Marcel Breuer
Located in London, GB
Pair of Marcel Breuer 'B64' armchairs, circa 1960s. Dimensions: H82 x W60 x D55 cm.
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20th Century Hungarian Mid-Century Modern Marcel Breuer Seating

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Cane

Marcel Breuer Pair of 'B64' Armchairs
Marcel Breuer Pair of 'B64' Armchairs

Marcel Breuer Pair of 'B64' Armchairs

Pair of 'Cesca' chairs by Marcel Breuer, 1980s
By Marcel Breuer
Located in Stockholm, SE
Pair of 'Cesca' chairs designed by Marcel Breuer, produced during the 1980s. Rare version with rattan. Good vintage condition. Please note: set of 3 available, listed price is for ...
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1980s German Bauhaus Vintage Marcel Breuer Seating

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Rattan

Pair of 'Cesca' chairs by Marcel Breuer, 1980s
Pair of 'Cesca' chairs by Marcel Breuer, 1980s

Pair of 'Cesca' chairs by Marcel Breuer, 1980s

Marcel Breuer TI-1A Chair / Authentic Bauhaus Chair
By Marcel Breuer
Located in Zürich, CH
Sculptural qualities define this object. A vivid dynamic between the different volumes and surfaces, showing different qualities from different angles. Its expressive form offers a c...
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1920s German Bauhaus Vintage Marcel Breuer Seating

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Fabric, Oak

Marcel Breuer TI-1A Chair / Authentic Bauhaus Chair
Marcel Breuer TI-1A Chair / Authentic Bauhaus Chair

Marcel Breuer TI-1A Chair / Authentic Bauhaus Chair

Restored Bauhaus Armchair, Marcel Breuer, Thonet, Beech, Chrome, Germany, 1930s
By Thonet, Marcel Breuer
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
Restored brown Bauhaus armchair. Period: 1930-1939 Designer: Marcel Breuer Maker: Thonet Source: Germany Material: Beech, chrome-plated steel, Rattan strings.    
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Early 20th Century German Bauhaus Marcel Breuer Seating

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Chrome

Restored Bauhaus Armchair, Marcel Breuer, Thonet, Beech, Chrome, Germany, 1930s
Restored Bauhaus Armchair, Marcel Breuer, Thonet, Beech, Chrome, Germany, 1930s

Restored Bauhaus Armchair, Marcel Breuer, Thonet, Beech, Chrome, Germany, 1930s

1960s Wassily B3 Lounge Chair in Leather by Marcel Breuer
By Gavina, Marcel Breuer
Located in Philadelphia, PA
These are original Wassily B3 Lounge Chairs, initially designed by Marcel Breuer in 1925. These particular examples were produced by Gavina in Italy in the 1960s and were imported an...
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1960s Italian Modern Vintage Marcel Breuer Seating

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Steel, Chrome

1960s Wassily B3 Lounge Chair in Leather by Marcel Breuer
1960s Wassily B3 Lounge Chair in Leather by Marcel Breuer

1960s Wassily B3 Lounge Chair in Leather by Marcel Breuer

Marcel Breuer Made In Italy B64 Cesca Dining Room Arm Chair, 1970s, Set of 4
By Marcel Breuer
Located in Vicenza, IT
Beautiful set of four B64 “Cesca” dining chairs made in Italy in the 1970s. Cesca chairs were initially designed in 1928 by French Hungarian architect Marcel Breuer and named after h...
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1970s Italian Bauhaus Vintage Marcel Breuer Seating

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Chrome, Iron

Marcel Breuer Made In Italy B64 Cesca Dining Room Arm Chair, 1970s, Set of 4
Marcel Breuer Made In Italy B64 Cesca Dining Room Arm Chair, 1970s, Set of 4

Marcel Breuer Made In Italy B64 Cesca Dining Room Arm Chair, 1970s, Set of 4

Cesca Armchair 1980s
By Marcel Breuer
Located in Ljubljana, SI
Chairs with armrests 1980s. Labeled MADE IN ITALY by bene. Height of armrests is 69 cm. Original condition.
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1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Marcel Breuer Seating

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Metal

Cesca Armchair 1980s
Cesca Armchair 1980s

Cesca Armchair 1980s

2023 Marcel Breuer for Tecta D4 Bauhaus Folding Lounge Chair Fabric & Chrome
By Marcel Breuer
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a D4 folding lounge chair, originally designed by Marcel Breuer in 1926. This particular example was produced by Tecta in Germany C. 2023. The chair is comprised of a tubular...
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2010s German Modern Marcel Breuer Seating

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Steel

2023 Marcel Breuer for Tecta D4 Bauhaus Folding Lounge Chair Fabric & Chrome
2023 Marcel Breuer for Tecta D4 Bauhaus Folding Lounge Chair Fabric & Chrome

2023 Marcel Breuer for Tecta D4 Bauhaus Folding Lounge Chair Fabric & Chrome

2023 Marcel Breuer for Tecta D4 Bauhaus Folding Lounge Chair in Fabric & Chrome
By Marcel Breuer
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a D4 folding lounge chair, originally designed by Marcel Breuer in 1926. This particular example was produced by Tecta in Germany C. 2023. The chair is comprised of a tubular...
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2010s German Modern Marcel Breuer Seating

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Steel

2023 Marcel Breuer for Tecta D4 Bauhaus Folding Lounge Chair in Fabric & Chrome
2023 Marcel Breuer for Tecta D4 Bauhaus Folding Lounge Chair in Fabric & Chrome

2023 Marcel Breuer for Tecta D4 Bauhaus Folding Lounge Chair in Fabric & Chrome

Pair Marcel Breuer Chrome Metal And Leather Wassily Style Lounge Chairs
By Knoll, Marcel Breuer
Located in Germantown, MD
A Pair Marcel Brewer Chrome Metal And Leather Wassily Style Lounge Chairs. Very comfortable and in great shape.
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Marcel Breuer Seating

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Metal, Chrome

Pair Marcel Breuer Chrome Metal And Leather Wassily Style Lounge Chairs
Pair Marcel Breuer Chrome Metal And Leather Wassily Style Lounge Chairs

Pair Marcel Breuer Chrome Metal And Leather Wassily Style Lounge Chairs

Marcel Breuer Bauhaus Black Model B3 Wassily Armchair for Gavina, 1969, Set of 4
By Gavina, Marcel Breuer
Located in Vicenza, IT
Set of four model B3 “Wassily” armchairs, designed by Marcel Breuer in 1925 and produced by the Italian manufacturer Gavina in 1969. It features a chrome-plated steel structure and ...
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1960s Italian Bauhaus Vintage Marcel Breuer Seating

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Chrome, Iron

Marcel Breuer Bauhaus Black Model B3 Wassily Armchair for Gavina, 1969, Set of 4
Marcel Breuer Bauhaus Black Model B3 Wassily Armchair for Gavina, 1969, Set of 4

Marcel Breuer Bauhaus Black Model B3 Wassily Armchair for Gavina, 1969, Set of 4

Thonet Stool Chrome with Black Original Tissues B9s
By Marcel Breuer
Located in Schöfflisdorf, CH
Thonet stool chrome with black original tissues a slight.
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1930s German Bauhaus Vintage Marcel Breuer Seating

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Chrome

Thonet Stool Chrome with Black Original Tissues B9s
Thonet Stool Chrome with Black Original Tissues B9s

Thonet Stool Chrome with Black Original Tissues B9s

Iconic Marcel Breuer "B35" Chrome and Cane Lounge Chairs
By Marcel Breuer
Located in Austin, TX
This iconic piece was designed by Marcel Breuer, a Hungarian born master architect and furniture designer. Fun fact: one of these "B 35" chairs is part of th...
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Mid-20th Century American Bauhaus Marcel Breuer Seating

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Chrome

Iconic Marcel Breuer "B35" Chrome and Cane Lounge Chairs
Iconic Marcel Breuer "B35" Chrome and Cane Lounge Chairs

Iconic Marcel Breuer "B35" Chrome and Cane Lounge Chairs

Marcel Breuer seating for sale on 1stDibs.

Marcel Breuer 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 Marcel Breuer seating, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. We have 215 vintage editions of these items in-stock, while there is 6 modern edition to choose from as well. Many of the original seating by Marcel Breuer were created in the mid-century modern style in europe during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider seating by Vico Magistretti, Marco Zanuso, and Giancarlo Piretti. Prices for Marcel Breuer seating can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $296 and can go as high as $107,000, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $3,375.

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Questions About Marcel Breuer Seating
  • Who is Marcel Breuer?
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    1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Marcel Breuer was an architect and furniture designer who made a major impact on modern design by introducing new materials and emphasizing the importance of form matching function. He was born in Pécs, Hungary, in 1902, and was a part of the Bauhaus school. You’ll find a collection of Marcel Breuer furniture on 1stDibs.
  • How do I pronounce Marcel Breuer?
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    1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    To pronounce Marcel Breuer, say "mar-SELL BROO-ur." The artist's first and last name both originate from the Hungarian language. Breuer was born in Pécs, Hungary, on May 21, 1902. You can shop a variety of Marcel Breuer furniture on 1stDibs.
  • What inspired Marcel Breuer?
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    1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    The Dutch art movement De Stijl inspired Marcel Breuer's early work. Artists in the movement like Piet Mondrian created art that adhered to the principles of geometry. This idea resonated with Breuer and informed his designs. Shop a selection of Marcel Breuer furniture on 1stDibs.
  • Where was Marcel Breuer born?
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    1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Marcel Breuer was born in Pécs, Hungary, on May 21, 1902. He attended the Bauhaus design school in Weimar, Germany, and eventually became a part of the faculty. After the Nazis shut the school down, Breuer moved to the U.S. He died in New York City on July 1, 1981. On 1stDibs, find a variety of Marcel Breuer furniture.
  • What is Marcel Breuer known for?
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    1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Marcel Breuer is known for his work as an architect and furniture designer during the 20th century. During his life, he created many famous chairs that remain popular today, including the Wassily lounge chair, the Cesca chair and the D40 cantilever chair. You’ll find a range of Marcel Breuer furniture on 1stDibs.
  • What is marcel breuer famous for?
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    1stDibs ExpertApril 12, 2024
    Marcel Breuer is famous for being one of 20th-century modernism’s most influential innovators. His most well-known furniture pieces were crafted of tubular steel, including the Wassily chair and the caned Cesca chair. Breuer also made several notable designs in molded plywood, including a chaise longue and nesting table for the British firm Isokon and a student furniture suite commissioned in 1938 for a dormitory at Bryn Mawr College. Breuer’s designs are elegant and adaptable examples of modernism, useful and appropriate in any environment. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Marcel Breuer furniture.
  • What did Marcel Breuer design?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Over the course of his life, Marcel Breuer designed many things. Furniture was one of his main focuses, and he created many influential pieces, including the Wassily lounge chair, the Cesca chair and the Laccio side table. Shop a collection of Marcel Breuer furniture on 1stDibs.
  • Did Marcel Breuer teach at Bauhaus?
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    1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Yes, Marcel Breuer taught at the Bauhaus design school in Weimar, Germany. He arrived at the institution in 1920 as a student. By 1925, his duties expanded to include teaching classes of his own and running the school's furniture shop. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Marcel Breuer furniture.
  • What chairs did Marcel Breuer design?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024
    Marcel Breuer designed several chairs. One of his best-known pieces is the Wassily lounge chair made of tubular steel and leather straps. Breuer named the chair after the artist Wassily Kandinsky. Among the designer's other notable chairs are the Cesca chair, the B35 lounge chair and the S 35. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of Marcel Breuer chairs.
  • Where are Marcel Breuer chairs made?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Today, Marcel Breuer chairs are made in the factory locations of the furniture manufacturer Knoll, Inc. It operates production facilities in Italy and Canada, as well as in Pennsylvania and Michigan in the U.S. Find a collection of Marcel Breuer furniture on 1stDibs.
  • How can you tell an original Marcel Breuer chair?
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    1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    There are a number of ways that you can tell an original Marcel Breuer chair. One trick is to examine the frame. If you see end caps, you're likely looking at a replica. Authentic Breuer chairs featured polished, welded ends. Some chairs also feature stickers that identify the model name located under their seats. On 1stDibs, find a collection of expertly vetted Marcel Breuer chairs.
  • Where did Marcel Breuer create the Cesca chair?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Marcel Breuer created the Cesca chair while splitting his time between Paris and Germany. He made the chair in 1928, shortly after he left the Bauhaus school, but you can clearly see the influence of the institution's design principles in the clean, simple lines of the piece. Find a range of Marcel Breuer Cesca chairs on 1stDibs.
  • What are Marcel Breuer chair legs made out of?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Most Marcel Breuer chair legs are made out of bent tubular steel. The designer introduced this radical new material to modern furniture design with his Wassily Model B3 lounge chair. On 1stDibs, you can shop a collection of Marcel Breuer chairs.
  • When did Marcel Breuer become an apprentice at the Bauhaus?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Marcel Breuer became an apprentice and student at the Bauhaus school in 1920. He made a big impression on the school's founder, Walter Gropius, and later became the head of the institution's furniture workshop. Find a selection of Marcel Breuer furniture on 1stDibs.
  • What design school was Marcel Breuer associated with?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Marcel Breuer was associated with the Bauhaus school in Weimar, Germany. After attending classes as a student, Breuer became the head of the school's furniture shop. While working there, he created the Wassily lounge chair, introducing the use of tubular steel frames to modern furniture design. Find a variety of Marcel Breuer chairs on 1stDibs.
  • Why did Marcel Breuer choose a bicycle tube?
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    1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Marcel Breuer chose a bicycle tube frame to create his Wassily lounge chair because he was impressed by the strength and weight properties of the steel. The chair was a landmark in furniture design and opened the doors to the use of tubular steel frames in many chairs, tables and sofas produced during the modern period. You’ll find a selection of Marcel Breuer furniture on 1stDibs.
  • How do I identify Marcel Breuer bar stools?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    To identify Marcel Breuer bar stools, start by examining the frame. Genuine models will usually feature smooth, welded ends. Most reproductions have end caps instead. You can also look for a sticker that bears the model name on the underside of the seat. On 1stDibs, find a range of expertly vetted Marcel Breuer bar stools.
  • How do I reupholster a Marcel Breuer Cesca chair?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    To reupholster a Marcel Breuer Cesca chair, first pry out the staples, remove the original upholstery and disassemble the chair. Place the new fabric on a flat surface and position the seat upside down. Fold the fabric over the edge and secure it with a staple gun. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of expertly vetted Marcel Breuer Cesca chairs.
  • What was most innovative about Marcel Breuer’s model B3 chair?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    What was most innovative about Marcel Breuer's Model B3 chair was its frame. Also known as the Wassily lounge chair, the piece featured a lightweight, sturdy tubular steel frame inspired by the artist's Adler bicycle. His use of the metal started a radical shift in furniture design. You’ll find a variety of Marcel Breuer Model B3 chairs 1stDibs.
  • What material did Marcel Breuer introduce to modern furniture design?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Marcel Breuer introduced the material of tubular steel to modern furniture design. He employed it in many of his chairs, tables and sofas, prizing the material because it minimized the weight of pieces without sacrificing their strength. Shop a range of Marcel Breuer furniture on 1stDibs.

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