The creative force behind some of the most inventive furniture and interiors of the past 30 years, the Amsterdam-based Marcel Wanders continues to take his work in new directions.
Wanders, who launched his design career in 1994 as cofounder, with Renny Ramakers and Gijs Bakker, of Droog, has since built an international brand of his own, Marcel Wanders, embodying his sense that design should be playful, romantic, verging on surreal and — when there’s a choice between the two — over- rather than understated. Moooi, a furniture brand he cofounded with Revised’s Casper Vissers, was established in 2001.
Wanders's style might best be defined as contemporary Rococo. Individual pieces that have reached design icon status include his Knotted chair (1995–96), an international breakthrough for Wanders that he made of aramid-fiber cord for Cappellini; his Skygarden pendant lamp for FLOS (2007); his monumental Calvin floor lamp (also 2007). Then there’s the Happy Hour chandelier (2005), created by Wanders with choreographer Nanine Linning, which is part a design object, part a performance in which a “dancing angel” hangs from the center of the fixture, serving little spoons of chocolate mousse and champagne flutes to the people below.
Wanders’s studio collaborations include creating bespoke hides with leather artisans from Bill Amberg Studio and designing crystal game boards for Maison Baccarat, in addition to the handcrafted Nightbloom lamps for Lladró. Wanders is also known for designing what might be called experiential spaces — interiors imbued with his design ethos, as in the eclectic and theatrical Mondrian South Beach hotel, in Miami (2008), and the Andaz Amsterdam Prinsengracht hotel (2012).
Find a collection of authentic Marcel Wanders sofas, chairs, tables and other furniture on 1stDibs.
Slide Design Chubby Lounge Armchair in Saffron Yellow by Marcel Wanders
By Slide, MARCEL WANDERS
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The armchair Chubby, created by the famous designer Marcel Wanders, is one of the best products of the whole Slide production. Chubby is a reinterpretation of Crochet Chair: it has g...
Plastic
$1,936Sale Price / item|20% Off
Cyborg Lord Armchair by Marcel Wanders for MAGIS
By MARCEL WANDERS, Magis
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The design of the Cyborg armchair is based on an industrial part consisting of the four very simple plastic legs, almost basic, deliberately “non-designed” and on an ar- tisanal “des...
Fabric
Slide Design Chubby Lounge Armchair in Lime Green by Marcel Wanders
By Slide, MARCEL WANDERS
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The armchair Chubby, created by the famous designer Marcel Wanders, is one of the best products of the whole Slide production. Chubby is a reinterpretation of Crochet Chair...
Plastic
Slide Design Chubby Lounge Armchair in Jet Black by Marcel Wanders
By MARCEL WANDERS, Slide
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The armchair Chubby, created by the famous designer Marcel Wanders, is one of the best products of the whole Slide production. Chubby is a reinterpretation of Crochet Chair...
Plastic
Dalia Armchair in fixed upholstery by Marcel Wanders for Cappellini
By Cappellini, MARCEL WANDERS
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Charming at first glance: the Dalia armchair by Marcel Wanders is a floral embrace whose sensual curves capture the soul in poetic suspense. An iconic element of design, with a conte...
Metal
$12,699 / item
Wanders' Tulip Armchair by Marcel Wanders for Cappellini
By Cappellini, MARCEL WANDERS
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A sculptural presence makes the Wanders' Tulip Armchair, by Marcel Wanders, an exceptional protagonist in any setting: ideal in spacious areas, both contract and private, thanks to t...
Leather, Fabric, Fiberglass
Dalia Armchair in Blue fixed upholstery by Marcel Wanders for Cappellini
By Cappellini, MARCEL WANDERS
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Charming at first glance: the Dalia armchair by Marcel Wanders is a floral embrace whose sensual curves capture the soul in poetic suspense. An iconic element of design, with a conte...
Metal
Slide Design Chubby Lounge Armchair in Dove Gray by Marcel Wanders
By Slide, MARCEL WANDERS
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The armchair Chubby, created by the famous designer Marcel Wanders, is one of the best products of the whole Slide production. Chubby is a reinterpretation of Crochet Chair: it has g...
Plastic
$1,038Sale Price / item|20% Off
Set of 2 Troy Stool in Black by Marcel Wanders for MAGIS
By Magis, MARCEL WANDERS
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Troy is a concept of remarkable simplicity and comfort that gives shape to practically endless possible variations, playing on the use of different materials, combinations and seat t...
Plastic
Slide Design Chubby Lounge Armchair in Malva Green by Marcel Wanders
By Slide, MARCEL WANDERS
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The armchair Chubby, created by the famous designer Marcel Wanders, is one of the best products of the whole Slide production. Chubby is a reinterpretation of Crochet Chair...
Plastic
Slide Design Chubby Lounge Armchair in Sweet Fuchsia by Marcel Wanders
By MARCEL WANDERS, Slide
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The armchair Chubby, created by the famous designer Marcel Wanders, is one of the best products of the whole Slide production. Chubby is a reinterpretation of Crochet Chair: it has g...
Plastic
Moooi Jackson Chair in Black Leather Embroidery Upholstery with Steel Frame
By MARCEL WANDERS, Moooi
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Sometimes you just need to feel supported, seduced, protagonist of your own world for a moment. After much giving, working and planning for others, you need to find your center by settling down in your favourite chair, taking some time for yourself. Energized and sustained by the grand backrest, you master the right frame of mind to conquer and create. Just recline the seat and swivel around in your Jackson till you are ready to bounce back to business! Additional information: Material: Steel, HR foam Upholstery: Signature leather embroidery...
Upholstery
$844Sale Price / item|20% Off
Set of 2 Troy Chair in White by Marcel Wanders for MAGIS
By Magis, MARCEL WANDERS
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Troy is a concept of remarkable simplicity and comfort that gives shape to practically endless possible variations, playing on the use of different materials, combinations and seat t...
Plastic
Slide Design Chubby Lounge Armchair in Milky White by Marcel Wanders
By Slide, MARCEL WANDERS
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The armchair Chubby, created by the famous designer Marcel Wanders, is one of the best products of the whole Slide production. Chubby is a reinterpretation of Crochet Chair: it has g...
Plastic
Slide Design Chubby Lounge Armchair in Powder Blue by Marcel Wanders
By MARCEL WANDERS, Slide
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The armchair Chubby, created by the famous designer Marcel Wanders, is one of the best products of the whole Slide production. Chubby is a reinterpretation of Crochet Chair: it has g...
Plastic
Slide Design Chubby Lounge Armchair in Pumpkin Orange by Marcel Wanders
By MARCEL WANDERS, Slide
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The armchair Chubby, created by the famous designer Marcel Wanders, is one of the best products of the whole Slide production. Chubby is a reinterpretation of Crochet Chair: it has g...
Plastic
Slide Design Chubby Lounge Armchair in Flame Red by Marcel Wanders
By MARCEL WANDERS, Slide
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The armchair Chubby, created by the famous designer Marcel Wanders, is one of the best products of the whole Slide production. Chubby is a reinterpretation of Crochet Chair: it has g...
Plastic
Slide Design Chubby Lounge Armchair in Chocolate Brown by Marcel Wanders
By MARCEL WANDERS, Slide
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The armchair Chubby, created by the famous designer Marcel Wanders, is one of the best products of the whole Slide production. Chubby is a reinterpretation of Crochet Chair...
Plastic
Moooi Jackson Chair in Boucle, Black and White Upholstery with Steel Frame
By MARCEL WANDERS, Moooi
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Sometimes you just need to feel supported, seduced, protagonist of your own world for a moment. After much giving, working and planning for others, you need to find your center by se...
Upholstery
$2,089Sale Price / item|30% Off
Poliform Mad Joker Armchair by Marcel Wanders
By MARCEL WANDERS
Located in Basildon, London
The Poliform Mad Joker Armchair by Marcel Wanders is an expressive statement piece blending elegance and comfort. Characterized by its high, enveloping backr...
Wood, Fabric
$1,038Sale Price / item|20% Off
Set of 2 Troy Wireframe Stool in White by Marcel Wanders for MAGIS
By Magis, MARCEL WANDERS
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Troy is a concept of remarkable simplicity and comfort that gives shape to practically endless possible variations, playing on the use of different materials, combinations and seat t...
Plastic
Slide Design Chubby Lounge Armchair in Elephant Gray by Marcel Wanders
By MARCEL WANDERS, Slide
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The armchair Chubby, created by the famous designer Marcel Wanders, is one of the best products of the whole Slide production. Chubby is a reinterpretation of Crochet Chair: it has g...
Plastic
Slide Design Chubby Lounge Armchair in Argil Gray by Marcel Wanders
By Slide, MARCEL WANDERS
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The armchair Chubby, created by the famous designer Marcel Wanders, is one of the best products of the whole Slide production. Chubby is a reinterpretation of Crochet Chair...
Plastic
Moooi Boutique Armchair in Fiord 2, 371 Brown Upholstery with Steel Base
By Moooi, MARCEL WANDERS
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Conceived, developed and designed by Marcel Wanders for Moooi, the Boutique armchair is timeless. The Boutique armchairs contours, dimensions and sheer comfort makes it highly sitter...
Steel
2022 Pair of Marcel Wanders for Moooi Charles Armchairs in Harald 182 Chrome
By Moooi, MARCEL WANDERS
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a pair of Charles Armchairs made with a chromed steel frame and dark grey velour fabric (Harald 182 by Kvadrat). The chairs were designed by Marcel Wanders and pro...
Steel, Chrome
1960s Upholstered Armchairs by F. Jirák for Tatra, a Pair
By Frantisek Jirak
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of upholstered armchairs by Czech furniture manufacturer Tatra. Attributed to designer František Jirák who is known for his striking case pieces and wall units, and for playful compact furniture...
Fabric, Bentwood
Eero Saarinen Upholstered Tulip Armchair for Knoll
By Eero Saarinen
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A special order upholstered tulip arm chair with nice curved back and supportive bottom seat cushion . This is a very comfortable chair for hours of relaxing at home or in the office...
Metal
$2,379Sale Price|30% Off
H 28.75 in W 31.11 in D 27.17 in
Marcel Breuer Wassily Lounge Chair by Gavina
By Marcel Breuer
Located in Vilnius, LT
Vintage Wassily lounge chair, designed by Marcel Breuer, circa 1925. Stamped signature of Marcel Breuer on the leather. In white leather, chromed steel tube frame.
Chrome
Wassily Armchair by Marcel Breuer
By Marcel Breuer
Located in Austin, TX
Marcel Breuer’s famous armchair Wassily design. This chair is made of tan leather and chromed steel in the iconic chair design. It is in very nice condition with some wear consistent...
Chrome
Pair of Cy Mann Chrome Lounge Chairs in Lime Green, C. 1970
By Milo Baughman, Cy Mann
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Modern Pair of Cy Mann Chrome and Bright Green Lounge Chairs, C. 1970. Featuring flat bar Chrome construction, ergonomic slant back design, attached original upholstered tufted Sprin...
Chrome
Marcel Wanders for Roche Bobois Large Montgolfiere Sofa
By Roche Bobois, MARCEL WANDERS
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Iconic sofa designed by Marcel Wanders studio for Roche Bobois. The Montgolfiere sofa measures over 9 feet long and features round armrests inspired by the 18th century French Montgo...
Metal
$2,803
H 29.73 in W 31.11 in D 27.56 in
Bauhaus Black Leather Vintage Lounge Chair Wassily by Marcel Breuer Germany
Located in Vienna, AT
Bauhaus style vintage tube steel lounge chair with black leather model Wassily was designed by Marcel Breuer 1925 - 27 and probably executed in Italy circa 1970. No manufacturer labe...
Metal
Wassily Armchairs by Marcel Breuer
By Marcel Breuer
Located in Austin, TX
Armchair, Italian, produced by Gavina. This B3 armchair by Marcel Breuer features a bent chromed steel tubular construction and black stained...
Steel
$4,762
H 32.68 in W 31.11 in D 33.08 in
Fixed back armchair made in traditional upholstery workshop in London
By Peter Dudgeon
Located in London, GB
This armchair is handmade at Dudgeon's workshop in Chiswick. It has a solid, British made beech frame and is traditionally made with hand tied double cone coil springs and a bamboo c...
Metal
$2,006 / item
H 32.29 in W 22.84 in D 24.41 in
Customizable Gebruder S 64 Cantilever Armchair by Marcel Breuer
By Marcel Breuer
Located in New York, NY
Among the tubular steel furniture models, the cantilever chair S 64 is especially versatile. It is at home in various design worlds and fits in wi...
Chrome
Armchair by Warren Platner for Knoll International, 1960s
By Knoll, Warren Platner
Located in bruxelles, BE
Armchair by Warren Platner in metal with green fabric. Knoll edition. Large model. Seat height: 49 cm. Wear due to time and age.
Metal
$2,344
H 28.75 in W 30.32 in D 22.45 in
Acciaio Lounge armchair, manufacturer Cappellini, designer Max Lipsey
By Max Lipsey, Cappellini
Located in Busnago, IT
The Acciaio Lounge chair is inspired by the classic steel racing bicycle. It is a precious product where technology and high craftsmanship are perfectly mixed. The chair in question...
Steel
Sold
H 24 in W 41 in D 34 in
Marcel Wanders Studio Pinstriped Bottoni Armchair, Lounge Chair, Moooi, Holland
By Moooi, MARCEL WANDERS
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Marcel Wanders Studio Pinstriped Bottoni armchair, lounge chair, Moooi, Holland. The refined brightness of the Bottoni sofa makes it a classic sofa in th...
Textile
Sold
H 24 in W 41 in D 34 in
Marcel Wanders Studio Pinstriped Bottoni Armchair, Lounge Chair, Moooi, Holland
By Moooi, MARCEL WANDERS
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Marcel Wanders Studio Pinstriped Bottoni armchair, lounge chair, Moooi, Holland. The refined brightness of the Bottoni sofa makes it a classic sofa in the...
Textile
Sold
H 39.4 in W 35 in D 31.1 in
Floor Sample Moooi Jackson Leather Swivel Armchair Designed By Marcel Wanders
By MARCEL WANDERS, Moooi
Located in Boston, MA
Designed By Marcel Wanders A grand backrest of embroidered and black leather to recline on and swivel whilst sitting comfortably. Material: Steel, HR foam, Black Leather
Leather
Tulip Armchair by Marcel Wanders for Cappellini
By Cappellini, MARCEL WANDERS, Poltrona Frau
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Tulip chair by Marcel Wanders Swiveling armchair Measures: 33" 3/4 W x 33" 3/4 D x 63" H. Marcel Wanders’ tulip armchair is a ...
Aluminum