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Vitra Seating

Swiss

Design house Vitra has garnered international recognition for more than 70 years — the Swiss family-owned furniture company has outfitted public spaces as well as residential properties and offices worldwide. It has been a proponent of modernist design since the 1950s. While the brand is heralded for its collaborations with mid-century modern icons such as Verner Panton, Charles and Ray Eames, Alexander Girard and others, Vitra’s German campus is also home to buildings designed by legendary architects Zaha Hadid and Frank Gehry. Among them is the Vitra Design Museum, an independent cultural institution that displays two centuries of design today.

Vitra was established in Weil Am Rhein, Germany, in 1950 by husband and wife team Willi and Erika Fehlbaum. On a trip to New York several years later, Willi Fehlbaum encountered the work of design polymaths Ray and Charles Eames in a furniture store and immediately knew that he had found his bliss.

In 1957, Vitra entered into a licensing agreement with Herman Miller, which saw the company producing designs by George Nelson, the Eameses and others. Later, Vitra partnered with Verner Panton and created the Panton chair, which was the first chair ever crafted from a single piece of molded plastic (it was also the first piece to be independently developed by Vitra). After 27 years of establishing the Vitra brand, the Fehlbaums passed control to their two sons, Rolf and Raymond Fehlbaum.

When a fire destroyed the factory in 1981, the brothers developed the Vitra Factory Campus, subsequently taking the opportunity to redirect the architectural landscape of the company. They created a masterplan with Nicholas Grimshaw, and together they erected four buildings in just a few short years.

In 1988, with the passing of Ray Eames and the disbandment of the Los Angeles Eames office, Rolf and Raymond acquired the furniture design portion of her estate, including the Eames prototypes and experimental models, housed today in the Vitra Design Museum.

Rolf and Roy opened the Vitra Design Museum in 1989. This began a period rich with design relationships, including collaborations with Antonio Citterio, Jasper Morrison, Maarten van Severen, Philippe Starck, Alberto Meda and others.

In 2012, leadership passed to Nora, the third generation of the Fehlbaums. Nora Fehlbaum has, like her grandparents, expanded the company and brought it into the 21st century with the acquisition of Finnish furniture manufacturer Artek. Nora has turned the company’s focus to sustainability yet still maintains its international and cultural relevance legacy.

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Jasper Morrison Sofa and Otomman Soft Modular Sofa by Vitra
Jasper Morrison Sofa and Otomman Soft Modular Sofa by Vitra

Jasper Morrison Sofa and Otomman Soft Modular Sofa by Vitra

By Vitra, Jasper Morrison

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

Sofa designed by Jasper Morrison in 2016. Manufactured by Vitra, Switzerland. In good condition, with signs of age and use. The soft modular so...

Category

2010s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vitra Seating

Materials

Fabric, Foam, Wood

Freeform Sofa by Isamu Noguch, 2002
Freeform Sofa by Isamu Noguch, 2002

Freeform Sofa by Isamu Noguch, 2002

By Vitra, Isamu Noguchi

Located in Roma, IT

Freeform Sofa is a design item realized by  Isamu Noguchi Produced by Vitra. Wood and fabric sofa. Vitra original label and plate with reference number 0977. Good condition but wi...

Category

Early 2000s German Vitra Seating

Materials

Fabric, Wood

charles and Ray Eames lounge chair, 1956 Knoll mid-century
charles and Ray Eames lounge chair, 1956 Knoll mid-century

charles and Ray Eames lounge chair, 1956 Knoll mid-century

By Charles and Ray Eames, Vitra

Located in Milano, Lombardia

Lounge Chair, Charles and Ray Eames, Vitra Production 1990s, United States, 1956 (original design). Bent plywood frame with rosewood finish, leather upholstery, and die-cast aluminum...

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1990s American Mid-Century Modern Vitra Seating

Materials

Leather, Wood

Mid-Century Modern Brown Leather Coconut Chair by George Nelson for Vitra
Mid-Century Modern Brown Leather Coconut Chair by George Nelson for Vitra

Mid-Century Modern Brown Leather Coconut Chair by George Nelson for Vitra

By Vitra, George Nelson

Located in Doornspijk, NL

The Coconut chair was designed in 1955 by the American architect, industrial designer, author, editor and teacher George Nelson. Obviously he took his inspiration from a coconut that...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Vitra Seating

Materials

Steel

George Nelson Coconut Armchair for Vitra
George Nelson Coconut Armchair for Vitra

George Nelson Coconut Armchair for Vitra

By Vitra, George Nelson

Located in Vienna, AT

The armchair was designed by George Nelson for Vitra in 1955. The coconut chair is an icon of the design of the 1950s and is still a cult today. With clear shapes and reduced mate...

Category

Early 2000s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vitra Seating

Materials

Plastic, Bouclé

1980s Mario Bellini and Dieter Thiel for Vitra Figura Office Chair in Leather
1980s Mario Bellini and Dieter Thiel for Vitra Figura Office Chair in Leather

1980s Mario Bellini and Dieter Thiel for Vitra Figura Office Chair in Leather

By Mario Bellini, Vitra

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a Figura Desk Office Chair, originally designed by Mario Bellini and Dieter Thiel for Vitra in 1979. This example was produced in Germany and dates to the 1980s. The chair fe...

Category

1980s German Modern Vintage Vitra Seating

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

Pair of 1986 Mario Bellini for Vitra Figura Imago Arm Chairs in Black Leather
Pair of 1986 Mario Bellini for Vitra Figura Imago Arm Chairs in Black Leather

Pair of 1986 Mario Bellini for Vitra Figura Imago Arm Chairs in Black Leather

By Mario Bellini, Vitra

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Listed for sale is a pair of vintage 1986 Vitra Figura arm chairs, designed by Mario Bellini. These are gorgeous original examples, which retain their ori...

Category

1980s Swiss Modern Vintage Vitra Seating

Materials

Metal

Alcove Sofa by Ronan & Erwan Bouroullec for Vitra
Alcove Sofa by Ronan & Erwan Bouroullec for Vitra

Alcove Sofa by Ronan & Erwan Bouroullec for Vitra

By Ronan and Erwan Bouroullec, Vitra

Located in Chicago, IL

A striking example of contemporary design, this Alcove sofa comes in a serene sky-blue upholstery that instantly brightens any space. Designed by Ronan & Erwan Bouroullec, the Alcove...

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Early 2000s German Modern Vitra Seating

Materials

Chrome

White Panton Chair by Verner Panton for Vitra with Side Stool
White Panton Chair by Verner Panton for Vitra with Side Stool

White Panton Chair by Verner Panton for Vitra with Side Stool

By Verner Panton, Vitra

Located in Pasadena, TX

White Panton chair by Verner Panton for Vitra with Side Stool Captivated by the potential of plastic, Danish designer Verner Panton created the fir...

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Late 20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Vitra Seating

Materials

Plastic

Pair of Black Leather Executive Chairs by Charles and Ray Eames
Pair of Black Leather Executive Chairs by Charles and Ray Eames

Pair of Black Leather Executive Chairs by Charles and Ray Eames

By Vitra, Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Madrid, ES

Pair of black leather upholstered swivel armchairs, model ES 108, designed by Charles & Ray Eames, manufactured by Vitra. The Lobby chair was designed in 1960 for the reception area...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vitra Seating

Materials

Aluminum

Ettore Sottsass for Edizioni Vitra Armchair "Teodora," Italy 1984
Ettore Sottsass for Edizioni Vitra Armchair "Teodora," Italy 1984

Ettore Sottsass for Edizioni Vitra Armchair "Teodora," Italy 1984

By Vitra, Ettore Sottsass

Located in Naples, IT

Rare and beautiful chair Mod. "Teodora," designed by Ettore Sottsass and produced by Vitra around 1984. This unique chair is an outstanding piece of the Memphis style, designed by t...

Category

1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Vitra Seating

Materials

Acrylic, Wood

Model EA 124 + 125 Vitra Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Charles & Ray Eames
Model EA 124 + 125 Vitra Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Charles & Ray Eames

Model EA 124 + 125 Vitra Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Charles & Ray Eames

By Charles and Ray Eames, Vitra

Located in Oud Beijerland, NL

EA124 & EA125 aluminum armchair and footstool by Charles and Ray Eames for Vitra, fabricated in 1999. The EA124 & EA125 aluminum armchair and footstool is one of the greatest furnit...

Category

1990s American Mid-Century Modern Vitra Seating

Materials

Aluminum

2005 La Chaise Lounge Chair by Charles and Ray Eames for Vitra Herman Miller
2005 La Chaise Lounge Chair by Charles and Ray Eames for Vitra Herman Miller

2005 La Chaise Lounge Chair by Charles and Ray Eames for Vitra Herman Miller

By Charles and Ray Eames, Vitra

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Listed for sale are two (sold separately) authentic La Chaise lounge chairs by Charles and Ray Eames for Vitra. These were produced circa 2005 and carry original Vitra labels. This d...

Category

Early 2000s American Modern Vitra Seating

Materials

Fiberglass

Design Icon: Eames ES105 Lobby Chairs - Herman Miller for Vitra, set of 2
Design Icon: Eames ES105 Lobby Chairs - Herman Miller for Vitra, set of 2

Design Icon: Eames ES105 Lobby Chairs - Herman Miller for Vitra, set of 2

By Charles and Ray Eames, Vitra

Located in Renens, CH

The Time Life Lobby or Executive Chairs were originally designed by the Eames couple for the Time & Life Building in New York. These particular examples are late 1970s / early 1980s ...

Category

1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Vitra Seating

Materials

Steel

Pr.  Cantilevered Black Leather and Chrome Lounge Chairs by Citterio for Vitra
Pr.  Cantilevered Black Leather and Chrome Lounge Chairs by Citterio for Vitra

Pr. Cantilevered Black Leather and Chrome Lounge Chairs by Citterio for Vitra

By Antonio Citterio, Vitra

Located in New York, NY

Chic pair of cantilevered lounge chairs, designed by Antonio Citterio, for Vitra. These chairs were produced in the early 21st century, with obvious reference to the earlier work of ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Hollywood Regency Vitra Seating

Materials

Chrome

2019 Vitra Softshell Side Chair w/ Light Blue Fabric by Ronan & Erwan Bouroullec
2019 Vitra Softshell Side Chair w/ Light Blue Fabric by Ronan & Erwan Bouroullec

2019 Vitra Softshell Side Chair w/ Light Blue Fabric by Ronan & Erwan Bouroullec

By Ronan and Erwan Bouroullec, Vitra

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Listed for sale is Softshell Side Chair designed by Ronan and Erwan Bouroullec and produced by Vitra. This chair was constructed with a black plastic base and seat upholstered with l...

Category

2010s Swiss Modern Vitra Seating

Materials

Fabric, Plastic

2010s Vitra Alcove Love Seat in Fabric by Ronan and Erwan Bouroullec
2010s Vitra Alcove Love Seat in Fabric by Ronan and Erwan Bouroullec

2010s Vitra Alcove Love Seat in Fabric by Ronan and Erwan Bouroullec

By Ronan and Erwan Bouroullec, Vitra

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a Vitra Alcove love seat in green and gray fabric, designed by Erwan and Ronan Bouroullec, produced by Vitra. Production of this line started on 2006 and was meant to provide...

Category

2010s German Modern Vitra Seating

Materials

Steel

Vintage Chair Louis XX by Philippe Starck for Vitra, 1990s, Set of 4
Vintage Chair Louis XX by Philippe Starck for Vitra, 1990s, Set of 4

Vintage Chair Louis XX by Philippe Starck for Vitra, 1990s, Set of 4

By Philippe Starck, Vitra

Located in Radomsko, Województwo łódzkie

Indulge in the iconic design and rich history of Philippe Starck's Louis XX chairs. Inspired by the opulence of 18th-century French furniture, these chairs bo...

Category

1990s Swiss Post-Modern Vitra Seating

Materials

Aluminum

2010s Set of Six Verner Panton for Vitra Dining Chairs in White
2010s Set of Six Verner Panton for Vitra Dining Chairs in White

2010s Set of Six Verner Panton for Vitra Dining Chairs in White

By Verner Panton, Vitra

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a set of six Panton Chairs, originally designed by Verner Panton for Vitra in 1959. These particular examples were produced in Germany in the 2010s. They are comprised entire...

Category

2010s German Modern Vitra Seating

Materials

Abalone

Vitra Eames E108 Office Chair
Vitra Eames E108 Office Chair

Vitra Eames E108 Office Chair

By Vitra, Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Basildon, London

The Eames E108 Chair by Vitra is a timeless design that blends refined style with exceptional comfort. Featuring an aluminum frame and a supple leather seat, it offers both durabilit...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Vitra Seating

Materials

Aluminum

2x Original Vitra EA 208 soft pad weiß Leder Stuhl Charles Eames
2x Original Vitra EA 208 soft pad weiß Leder Stuhl Charles Eames

2x Original Vitra EA 208 soft pad weiß Leder Stuhl Charles Eames

By Charles and Ray Eames, Vitra

Located in Berlin, DE

Wir bieten einen von zwei wunderschönen EA 208 Bürostühlen von Vitra zum Verkauf an. Der von Charles und Ray Eames entworfene, drehbare Sessel verfügt über weiße Leder Soft pads und ...

Category

2010s German Mid-Century Modern Vitra Seating

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Antonio Citterio for Vitra Ergonomic ID Mesh Black Office Desk Chair, Brand New
Antonio Citterio for Vitra Ergonomic ID Mesh Black Office Desk Chair, Brand New

Antonio Citterio for Vitra Ergonomic ID Mesh Black Office Desk Chair, Brand New

By Vitra, Antonio Citterio

Located in Secaucus, NJ

The ergonomic ID mesh office desk chair designed by Antonio Citterio for Vitra successfully combines comfort, technology, and elegance. Features a soft seat and supportive backrest ...

Category

2010s American Modern Vitra Seating

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

2er Set Original Louis 20 Stühle Vitra Phillipe Starck 1990er Design
2er Set Original Louis 20 Stühle Vitra Phillipe Starck 1990er Design

2er Set Original Louis 20 Stühle Vitra Phillipe Starck 1990er Design

By Vitra, Philippe Starck

Located in Berlin, DE

Wir bieten ein wunderschönes 2er Set "Louis 20" Stühle von Vitra aus den 1990er Jahren zum Verkauf an. Der außergewöhnliche Entwurf stammt von Philipe Starck und erfreut sich bis heu...

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1990s German Mid-Century Modern Vitra Seating

Materials

Metal

Design Classic Verner Panton Cone Chair, Vitra, 2000s
Design Classic Verner Panton Cone Chair, Vitra, 2000s

Design Classic Verner Panton Cone Chair, Vitra, 2000s

By Verner Panton, Vitra

Located in Renens, CH

One Chair Left! Originally designed by Verner Panton in the late 1950s for use in a restaurant, the Cone Chair soon became one of his most recognizable designs; Whether it is the ...

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Early 2000s German Mid-Century Modern Vitra Seating

Materials

Metal

Bořek Šípek, 'Ota Otanek' Chairs, Set of 4, Vitra, Germany, 1988
Bořek Šípek, 'Ota Otanek' Chairs, Set of 4, Vitra, Germany, 1988

Bořek Šípek, 'Ota Otanek' Chairs, Set of 4, Vitra, Germany, 1988

By Vitra, B. Sipek

Located in Krefeld, DE

Designed in 1988 for Vitra, the Ota Otanek chair is a rare and highly collectible icon of late‑20th‑century postmodern design. Conceived by Czech architect and designer Bořek Šípek, ...

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1980s German Post-Modern Vintage Vitra Seating

Materials

Copper, Steel

Vintage Chair Louis XX by Philippe Starck for Vitra, 1990s, Set of 4
Vintage Chair Louis XX by Philippe Starck for Vitra, 1990s, Set of 4

Vintage Chair Louis XX by Philippe Starck for Vitra, 1990s, Set of 4

By Vitra, Philippe Starck

Located in Radomsko, Województwo łódzkie

Indulge in the iconic design and rich history of Philippe Starck's Louis XX chairs. Inspired by the opulence of 18th-century French furniture, these chairs bo...

Category

1990s Swiss Post-Modern Vitra Seating

Materials

Aluminum

Vitra office chair T-Chair red blue gray black design chair
Vitra office chair T-Chair red blue gray black design chair

Vitra office chair T-Chair red blue gray black design chair

By Vitra

Located in Berlin, DE

We offer beautiful used office chairs in a total of four different colors (red, grey, blue, black) from Vitra for sale. The chairs photographed are ...

Category

2010s German Post-Modern Vitra Seating

Materials

Fabric

Vintage Chairs Louis XX by Philippe Starck for Vitra, 1990s, Set of 2
Vintage Chairs Louis XX by Philippe Starck for Vitra, 1990s, Set of 2

Vintage Chairs Louis XX by Philippe Starck for Vitra, 1990s, Set of 2

By Vitra, Philippe Starck

Located in Radomsko, Województwo łódzkie

Indulge in the iconic design and rich history of Philippe Starck's Louis XX chairs. Inspired by the opulence of 18th-century French furniture, these chairs bo...

Category

1990s Swiss Post-Modern Vitra Seating

Materials

Aluminum

2004 Vitra Meda Desk Chair by Alberto Meda in Black Leather with Fabric Back
2004 Vitra Meda Desk Chair by Alberto Meda in Black Leather with Fabric Back

2004 Vitra Meda Desk Chair by Alberto Meda in Black Leather with Fabric Back

By Alberto Meda, Vitra

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a Vitra Meda desk chair, originally designed by Alberto Meda in 1996. This particular example was produced by Vitra in Germany C. 2004. The design is comprised of an aluminum base with a seat upholstered in black leather and fabric on the back. The chair measures 27 inches deep, 27 inches wide...

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Early 2000s German Modern Vitra Seating

Materials

Aluminum

Chair by Charles & Ray Eames for Vitra, EA 107
Chair by Charles & Ray Eames for Vitra, EA 107

Chair by Charles & Ray Eames for Vitra, EA 107

By Charles and Ray Eames, Vitra

Located in Praha, CZ

- Charles & Ray Eames - Marked by original label - Very comfortable - Leatherette - Has minor signs of use - Chrome in very good condition.

Category

Early 2000s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vitra Seating

Materials

Chrome

Set of Six Green Philippe Stark "Louis 20" Chairs
Set of Six Green Philippe Stark "Louis 20" Chairs

Set of Six Green Philippe Stark "Louis 20" Chairs

By Philippe Starck, Vitra

Located in Napa, CA

Out of production, this set of six green 'Louis 20 armchairs are a rare find. A result of lengthy experiments with Swiss manufacturer Vitra, Philippe Starck’s Louis...

Category

1990s Vitra Seating

Materials

Aluminum

2013 Vitra ID Trim Desk Chair Polished Aluminum & Leather by Antonio Citterio 6x
2013 Vitra ID Trim Desk Chair Polished Aluminum & Leather by Antonio Citterio 6x

2013 Vitra ID Trim Desk Chair Polished Aluminum & Leather by Antonio Citterio 6x

By Vitra, Antonio Citterio

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Listed for sale is a single (multiple chairs are available but the price listed is for one chair) ID Trim chair in dark brown leather, designed by Antonio Citterio, produced by Vitra...

Category

2010s German Modern Vitra Seating

Materials

Leather

Set Of 6 Eames Dar Eiffel Chairs By Charles & Ray Eames For Vitra From 2011
Set Of 6 Eames Dar Eiffel Chairs By Charles & Ray Eames For Vitra From 2011

Set Of 6 Eames Dar Eiffel Chairs By Charles & Ray Eames For Vitra From 2011

By Charles and Ray Eames, Vitra

Located in Lejre, DK

This set of 6 Eames DAR Eiffel Chairs, designed by Charles & Ray Eames and manufactured by Vitra, is a classic example of mid-century modern furniture design. Each chair is made from...

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2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vitra Seating

Materials

Plastic

2012 Antonio Citterio for Vitra Grand Executive Chairs in Black Leather
2012 Antonio Citterio for Vitra Grand Executive Chairs in Black Leather

2012 Antonio Citterio for Vitra Grand Executive Chairs in Black Leather

By Vitra, Antonio Citterio

Located in Philadelphia, PA

These are Grand Executive Lowback Chairs, originally designed by Antonio Citterio for Vitra in 2014. These particular examples date to the year 2013. They are comprised of a 5 star a...

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2010s German Modern Vitra Seating

Materials

Aluminum

Set 4 Eames black leather chairs, model Soft Pad EA 205
Set 4 Eames black leather chairs, model Soft Pad EA 205

Set 4 Eames black leather chairs, model Soft Pad EA 205

By Herman Miller, Vitra, Charles Eames

Located in Buffalo, NY

, original 1980's Herman Miller / Vitra licenced Charles & Ray Eames EA205 soft pad dining/ conference chairs in they're original black leather. An iconic piece of design, this trul...

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1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Vitra Seating

Materials

Aluminum, Chrome

1958 Ray and Charles Eames, Fabric, Adjust, Tilt, Office Chair 4 Wheels No Arms
1958 Ray and Charles Eames, Fabric, Adjust, Tilt, Office Chair 4 Wheels No Arms

1958 Ray and Charles Eames, Fabric, Adjust, Tilt, Office Chair 4 Wheels No Arms

By Charles and Ray Eames, Vitra

Located in Amsterdam IJMuiden, NL

This item is part of the private collection of Casey Godrie and is situated in his private house. Ask him for competitive shipping quotes. His incredible Dune Villa, Amsterdam Beach...

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1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Vitra Seating

Materials

Aluminum

1990 Mario Bellini for Vitra Figura Executive Desk Chairs in Black Leather
1990 Mario Bellini for Vitra Figura Executive Desk Chairs in Black Leather

1990 Mario Bellini for Vitra Figura Executive Desk Chairs in Black Leather

By Vitra, Mario Bellini

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a Figura Desk Office Chair, originally designed by Mario Bellini for Vitra in 1979. These examples date to the year 1990. The chairs feature an aluminum base with a seat that...

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1990s Swiss Modern Vitra Seating

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

Vitra EA 119 Bürostuhl Charles & Ray Eames Hopsak Leder hoch
Vitra EA 119 Bürostuhl Charles & Ray Eames Hopsak Leder hoch

Vitra EA 119 Bürostuhl Charles & Ray Eames Hopsak Leder hoch

By Vitra, Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Berlin, DE

Wir bieten einen wunderschönen EA 119 Bürostuhl von Vitra aus schwarzem Leder zum Verkauf an. Das Design stammt vom bekannten Designduo Charles und Ray Eames und zeichnet sich durch ...

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2010s German Post-Modern Vitra Seating

Materials

Metal

2020 Jasper Morrison for Vitra HAL Bar Stool in Ice Gray / Blue w/ Chrome Base
2020 Jasper Morrison for Vitra HAL Bar Stool in Ice Gray / Blue w/ Chrome Base

2020 Jasper Morrison for Vitra HAL Bar Stool in Ice Gray / Blue w/ Chrome Base

By Vitra, Jasper Morrison

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Listed for sale is a Jasper Morrison for Vitra HAL bar stool in ice gray (looks like baby blue). The chair was acquired directly from Vitra, as they recently...

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2010s Swiss Modern Vitra Seating

Materials

Chrome

Pair Eames Herman Miller DAX Leather Armchairs 1960s MCM Rope Edge Shell Bucket
Pair Eames Herman Miller DAX Leather Armchairs 1960s MCM Rope Edge Shell Bucket

Pair Eames Herman Miller DAX Leather Armchairs 1960s MCM Rope Edge Shell Bucket

By Vitra, Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller

Located in London, GB

A gorgeous and extremely rare pair of early 1960s caramel leather Eames DAX armchairs. A very special collaborative pair between Herman Miller and Vitra, these stunning armchairs work as lounge chairs, occasional chairs or dining chairs and will add stunning two-tone colouring and a fabulous Space Age 1960s aesthetic to any interior. The DAX armchair was first produced in 1952 and is the most sought-after version of Charles and Ray Eames's classic fibreglass chairs, which revolutionised 20th Century furniture. Sometimes called the Eames 'Shell Chair', 'Bucket Chair' or 'Rope Edge Chair', this pair of DAX armchairs (which stands for Dining Height Armchair X-Base) has 'Greige' coloured (a combination of grey and beige) fibreglass shells, one of the three original Eames fibreglass shell colours produced from the early 1950s. This pair is fourth generation (made from 1959 onwards) as they have the improved white nylon glide feet and 'H-bases', so were likely manufactured in the early 1960s. These wonderful armchairs features four-legged tubular steel chrome H-bases above all original & complete nylon glide feet. They have 'greige' fibreglass 'V'-stamped (for Vitra) shell seats, which join to the bases via Herman Miller marked black shock mounts and are upholstered in beautiful caramel leather with lovely contrasting white plastic bordering. Much sought after for their simplicity, beautiful lines and their status as design icons, the gorgeous colouring and extremely rare collaborative authenticity of this pair of DAX chairs makes them even more special. Comfortable, iconic, exceptionally rare and effortlessly cool, these are a stunning and timeless pair of armchairs. HERMAN MILLER / VITRA COLLABORATION & MARKINGS Ray and Charles Eames began designing for Herman Miller in the late-1940s, since when the Herman Miller company has manufactured Eames furniture including the DAX chair, and in 1957 the Herman Miller company assigned the Swiss company Vitra the manufacturing licenses for the European market, since when they have also made Eames furniture including the DAX chair. These two DAX chairs both have the Herman Miller logo markings to their black shock mounts and also have an embossed 'V' (for Vitra) on the underside of fibreglass shells, next to which the original Herman Miller sticker would have been placed. We therefore surmise that this pair would have been a collaborative effort produced for the European market between Herman Miller, who may have supplied the base (or at the very least the shock mounts) and Vitra, who made the fibreglass shell (and possibly all of the chair apart from the shock mounts.) Despite extensive digging we haven't been able to find a detailed history of such collaborations between Herman Miller and Vitra, as it's rather nuanced and may have been carried out ad-hoc basis that wasn’t recorded in the histories of the companies. However, we think it highly plausible such collaborations would have happened, as both companies made the same Eames products and so could well have used each other's know-how and parts in the interest of keeping the Eames brand and products up to the highest specifications possible. Hence this very rare pair of twice-marked Eames DAX chairs...

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Mid-20th Century American Space Age Vitra Seating

Materials

Chrome

Charles & Ray Eames EA208 softpad chairs, white leather, Vitra 1990s
Charles & Ray Eames EA208 softpad chairs, white leather, Vitra 1990s

Charles & Ray Eames EA208 softpad chairs, white leather, Vitra 1990s

By Vitra, Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Zevenaar, NL

The Vitra Soft Pad Chair EA 208 is a design by Charles & Ray Eames. The construction and silhouette of the Soft Pad Chair are similar to the design...

Category

1950s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Vitra Seating

Materials

Leather

Greg Lynn “Ravioli” Chair by Vitra
Greg Lynn “Ravioli” Chair by Vitra

Greg Lynn “Ravioli” Chair by Vitra

By Vitra, Greg Lynn

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Ravioli” chair by renowned architect Greg Lynn. Circa 2005. Known as the pioneer of digital architecture. Manufactured by Vitra, Switzerland. Two tone P...

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Early 2000s Swiss Modern Vitra Seating

Materials

Textile, Fiberglass

Panton Chair, Vitra / Herman Miller Collection
Panton Chair, Vitra / Herman Miller Collection

Panton Chair, Vitra / Herman Miller Collection

By Verner Panton, Vitra

Located in Neuss, NW

Timeless cantilever Panton Chair of the second generation (1968-71) designed by Verner Panton in 1959. High-quality corpus in black made of polyurethane hard foam. Unique, almost unt...

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1960s Swiss Futurist Vintage Vitra Seating

Materials

Plastic

Pair of Frank Gehry Side Chairs in corrugated cardboard Vitra - USA 1972
Pair of Frank Gehry Side Chairs in corrugated cardboard Vitra - USA 1972

Pair of Frank Gehry Side Chairs in corrugated cardboard Vitra - USA 1972

By Vitra, Frank Gehry

Located in London, GB

Frank Gehry, the ‘gratuitously eccentric’ architect behind the Guggenheim Bilbao gained attention in the 1970s with his ‘Easy Edges’ furniture series (1969-73). Constructed in corrug...

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1970s Swiss Vintage Vitra Seating

Materials

Paper

2018 Ronan & Erwan Bouroullec for Vitra Alcove Two Seater Sofa in Grey Fabric
2018 Ronan & Erwan Bouroullec for Vitra Alcove Two Seater Sofa in Grey Fabric

2018 Ronan & Erwan Bouroullec for Vitra Alcove Two Seater Sofa in Grey Fabric

By Vitra, Ronan and Erwan Bouroullec

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a 2-Seater Alcove Sofa, originally designed by Ronan and Erwan Bouroullec in 2006. This particular example was produced by Vitra in the USA C. 2018. The sofa is comprised of ...

Category

2010s American Modern Vitra Seating

Materials

Steel

2020 Vitra Alcove Seating by Ronan and Erwan Bouroullec in Orange Fabric
2020 Vitra Alcove Seating by Ronan and Erwan Bouroullec in Orange Fabric

2020 Vitra Alcove Seating by Ronan and Erwan Bouroullec in Orange Fabric

By Ronan and Erwan Bouroullec, Vitra

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a custom c-shaped high Alcove sofa, designed by Ronan and Erwan Bouroullec, produced by Vitra in Germany. It was acquired directly from Vitra, when...

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2010s German Modern Vitra Seating

Materials

Steel

Office Chair EA216 by Charles and Ray Eames for Vitra, Germany, 1960s
Office Chair EA216 by Charles and Ray Eames for Vitra, Germany, 1960s

Office Chair EA216 by Charles and Ray Eames for Vitra, Germany, 1960s

By Vitra, Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Antwerp, BE

Charles and Ray Eames EA216 softpad office chair, produced by Vitra. This distinguished chair boasts a sleek black leather seat and backrest, complemented ...

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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Vitra Seating

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Chrome

Verner Panton, Orginal Heavy Fibreglass Black Stacking Chair by Vitra
Verner Panton, Orginal Heavy Fibreglass Black Stacking Chair by Vitra

Verner Panton, Orginal Heavy Fibreglass Black Stacking Chair by Vitra

By Vitra, Verner Panton

Located in Amsterdam IJMuiden, NL

Black Vitra, expensive version stackable chair made out of fiberglas in heavy version. Dimensions 83 cm H x 43 seatH in the middle and 47 cm on the edges x 49 cm W x 54 cm D

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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Vitra Seating

Materials

Fiberglass

Italian Alberto Meda Office Chair for Vitra in Red Leather 1990
Italian Alberto Meda Office Chair for Vitra in Red Leather 1990

Italian Alberto Meda Office Chair for Vitra in Red Leather 1990

By Alberto Meda, Vitra

Located in Byron Bay, NSW

Red Leather and aluminium adjstable office chair by Alberto Meda for Vitra 1990 Perfect working condition.

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20th Century Italian Modern Vitra Seating

Materials

Aluminum

EA108 desk chair by Charles & Ray Eames for Vitra
EA108 desk chair by Charles & Ray Eames for Vitra

EA108 desk chair by Charles & Ray Eames for Vitra

By Vitra

Located in BE

Iconic 1980s EA108 desk chair by Charles & Ray Eames for Vitra, featuring the timeless Vitra aluminium framedesign. Upholstered in durable black Hopsak fabric, it offers both excepti...

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1980s Vintage Vitra Seating

Materials

Aluminum

1958, Ray & Charles Eames, Herman Miller, PSCC Fiberglass Office Desk Chair
1958, Ray & Charles Eames, Herman Miller, PSCC Fiberglass Office Desk Chair

1958, Ray & Charles Eames, Herman Miller, PSCC Fiberglass Office Desk Chair

By Charles and Ray Eames, Vitra

Located in Amsterdam IJMuiden, NL

This chair is part of the private collection of Casey Godrie and is situated in his private house. Ask him for competitive shipping quotes. His incredible Dune Villa, Amsterdam Beac...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Vitra Seating

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Metal

Minimalist Maarten van Severen, MVS Lounge Chair, Vitra, 2000s
Minimalist Maarten van Severen, MVS Lounge Chair, Vitra, 2000s

Minimalist Maarten van Severen, MVS Lounge Chair, Vitra, 2000s

By Vitra, Maarten van Severen

Located in Renens, CH

Lounge Chair by Maarten van Severen for Vitra ( 2000): These comfortable lounge chairs can be easily (and safely) tilted back by shifting your body weight, thus creating a lounge be...

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Early 2000s German Mid-Century Modern Vitra Seating

Materials

Aluminum

Teodora Chair by Ettore Sottsass, 1984, Vitra Editions
Teodora Chair by Ettore Sottsass, 1984, Vitra Editions

Teodora Chair by Ettore Sottsass, 1984, Vitra Editions

By Vitra, Ettore Sottsass

Located in Kansas City, MO

Ettore Sottsass designed the Teodora chair for Vitra Editions shortly after leaving the Memphis Group in 1985. Signed with decal manufacturer's label t...

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1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Vitra Seating

Materials

Acrylic, Laminate

ES 104 - Office chair in leather by Charles & Ray Eames
ES 104 - Office chair in leather by Charles & Ray Eames

ES 104 - Office chair in leather by Charles & Ray Eames

By Vitra, Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Model ES 104 - Office chair in dark brown leather with armrests and steel frame with height adjustment. Designed by Charles & Ray Eames for Vitra.

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2010s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vitra Seating

Materials

Steel

2012 Vitra ID Trim Desk Chair Polished Aluminum & Leather by Antonio Citterio
2012 Vitra ID Trim Desk Chair Polished Aluminum & Leather by Antonio Citterio

2012 Vitra ID Trim Desk Chair Polished Aluminum & Leather by Antonio Citterio

By Vitra, Antonio Citterio

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Listed for sale is a single (multiple chairs are available but the price listed is for one chair) ID Trim chair in very dark brown leather, designed by Antonio Citterio, produced by ...

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2010s Swiss Modern Vitra Seating

Materials

Aluminum

2007 Coconut Lounge Chair by George Nelson for Vitra in Black Leather
2007 Coconut Lounge Chair by George Nelson for Vitra in Black Leather

2007 Coconut Lounge Chair by George Nelson for Vitra in Black Leather

By George Nelson, Vitra

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a single Coconut Lounge Chair, designed by George Nelson. This handsome lounge chair is composed of a molded reinforced plastic shell, with an upholstered black leather seat ...

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Early 2000s American Modern Vitra Seating

Materials

Leather, Plastic

Vitra seating for sale on 1stDibs.

Vitra 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 Vitra seating, although black editions of this piece are particularly popular. We have 104 vintage editions of these items in-stock, while there is 12 modern edition to choose from as well. Many of the original seating by Vitra 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 Ernst Moeckl, Wilkhahn, and Fröscher Sitform. Prices for Vitra seating can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $229 and can go as high as $55,892, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $2,200.
Questions About Vitra Seating
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024
    Vitra is a Swiss family-owned furniture company. The husband-and-wife team, Willi and Erika Fehlbaum, established Vitra in Weil am Rhein, Germany, in 1950. For more than 70 years, it has outfitted public spaces as well as residential properties and offices worldwide. While the brand is heralded for its collaborations with mid-century modern icons such as Verner Panton, Charles and Ray Eames, Alexander Girard and others, Vitra's German campus is also home to buildings designed by legendary architects Zaha Hadid and Frank Gehry. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Vitra furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Vitra is a furniture design company that was founded in 1950 by Willi and Erika Fehlbaum. Today, Vitra products are designed in collaboration with independent designers, architects and graphic artists and manufactured by the company. Shop a collection of Vitra furniture from top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    In Vitra's collection of home furnishings, RAR means the rocking armchair rod base. It refers to wooden rocker arms with angled metal rod legs. Vitra adds them to a number of plastic chairs originally designed by Charles and Ray Eames to create rocking chairs. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Eames furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024
    Yes, Vitra is a good brand. Since the 1950s, the Swiss furniture company has partnered with iconic designers, such as Verner Panton, Charles and Ray Eames and Alexander Girard, to create pieces that boast intelligent and visually appealing designs. Online reviewers consistently praise the quality of Vitra's materials and craftsmanship. Shop a variety of Vitra furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024
    Whether Vitra is Swiss or German is a matter of perspective. The husband and wife team that founded Vitra, Willi and Erika Fehlbaum, are Swiss, but they established the company in Weil am Rhein, Germany, in 1950. The couple had previously owned a shopfitting company in Basel, Switzerland, and conducted some of Vitra's business there. In 1956, Vitra moved to a location in Birsfelden, Switzerland, where its headquarters has remained ever since. However, Vitra continues to operate manufacturing facilities in Germany. As a result, you might say that Vitra is a Swiss company with strong ties to Germany. Shop a collection of Vitra furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024
    The height of a Vitra Standard chair is around 32.25 inches from the bottom of the legs to the top of the chair back. Its seat height is approximately 18.25 inches tall. Jean Prouvé originally designed the chair in 1934. Since then, the dining chair has evolved into one of the most famous classics of the French “constructeur.” The seat and backrest of this understated, iconic piece are available in various types of wood, and the metal frame comes in different colors. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse assortment of Vitra Standard chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 20, 2024
    To tell if a Vitra chair is real, turn it over. Under the seat or base, you will find a name on a sticker, label or stamped directly on the piece. You can find images of authentic Vitra marks on trusted online resources and then compare them to those on your item to assess its authenticity. Next, research the specific type of chair that you have and learn about its key characteristics, such as its crafting techniques, materials and dimensions. You can use these traits as criteria for authenticating your chair. Alternatively, you can have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer inspect your chair for you. On 1stDibs, explore a selection of Vitra chairs.