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Vitra Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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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.

Find a collection of Vitra lounge chairs, tables, side chairs, sofas and other furniture on 1stDibs.

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ESU Bookcase In Maple & Birch By Charles Eames & Ray Eames For Vitra From 1949s
ESU Bookcase In Maple & Birch By Charles Eames & Ray Eames For Vitra From 1949s

ESU Bookcase In Maple & Birch By Charles Eames & Ray Eames For Vitra From 1949s

By Charles and Ray Eames, Vitra

Located in Lejre, DK

ESU bookcase designed by Charles and Ray Eames in 1949 and produced by Vitra. The bookcase is made of maple and birch with a graphic, modular expression that combines functionality a...

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1940s English Mid-Century Modern Vintage Vitra Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Birch, Maple

Rare HiFi Cabinet by Werner Aisslinger for Vitra
Rare HiFi Cabinet by Werner Aisslinger for Vitra

Rare HiFi Cabinet by Werner Aisslinger for Vitra

By Vitra, Werner Aisslinger

Located in Dronten, NL

Very rare modular enameled steel bench with 3 storage units and 1 leather seat unit that are interchangeable to create your own preferred setup. Because of the ample storage space fo...

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Early 2000s Swiss Vitra Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Steel

Compass desk designed by Jean Prouve and produced by Vitra in 1953
Compass desk designed by Jean Prouve and produced by Vitra in 1953

Compass desk designed by Jean Prouve and produced by Vitra in 1953

By Vitra, Jean Prouvé

Located in Ravenna, IT

Compass executive desk designed by Jean Prouvé and produced by Vitra in 1953. The iconic piece gets its name from the aesthetics of the slender metal legs, resembling a compass. Comb...

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1950s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Vitra Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Vitra ‘Self’ Sideboard/ Bookcase '2007' by Erwan & Ronan Bouroullec
Vitra ‘Self’ Sideboard/ Bookcase '2007' by Erwan & Ronan Bouroullec

Vitra ‘Self’ Sideboard/ Bookcase '2007' by Erwan & Ronan Bouroullec

By Ronan and Erwan Bouroullec, Vitra

Located in CULEMBORG, GE

Designed in 2000 and no longer in production today, this rare sideboard is Ronan & Erwan Bouroullec’s modern take on the classic masterpieces as designed by Charlotte Perriand and Je...

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Early 2000s Swiss Modern Vitra Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Vitra Planophore Bookshelf Roomdivider Edward Barber & Jay Osgerby Jean Prouvé
Vitra Planophore Bookshelf Roomdivider Edward Barber & Jay Osgerby Jean Prouvé

Vitra Planophore Bookshelf Roomdivider Edward Barber & Jay Osgerby Jean Prouvé

By Vitra, Edward Barber and Jay Osgerby

Located in Munster, NRW

Edward Barber and Jay Osgerby have designed Planophore 2014 for Vitra as a dual-purpose - room divider and bookshelf. Its open sides create a horizontal emphasis underscored by the solid shelves with rounded bottom edges, which are reminiscent of aircraft wings and appear to float on the vertical panels. This also explains the name of the shelf: the original Planophore made its debut in 1871 as the first stable model aeroplane...

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2010s German Modern Vitra Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Otto Zapf Regalsystem Vitra Vieler Wingset Wandregal Aluminium
Otto Zapf Regalsystem Vitra Vieler Wingset Wandregal Aluminium

Otto Zapf Regalsystem Vitra Vieler Wingset Wandregal Aluminium

By Otto Zapf, Vitra

Located in Berlin, DE

Wir bieten ein wunderschönes Regalsystem vom deutschen Traditionshersteller Vitra zum Verkauf an. Das System wurde von Otto Zapf entworfen und ist unter dem Namen Vieler Wingset welt...

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1980s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Vitra Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Aluminum

Nomos Desk by Sir Norman Foster, Plywood and Aluminum, Modern Design
Nomos Desk by Sir Norman Foster, Plywood and Aluminum, Modern Design

Nomos Desk by Sir Norman Foster, Plywood and Aluminum, Modern Design

By Sir Norman Foster, Vitra

Located in London, England

Le bureau "Nomos", conçu par le célèbre architecte et designer Norman Foster en 1935, représente une véritable référence en matière de design industriel, alliant robustesse et polyva...

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Late 20th Century Swiss Space Age Vitra Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Located in Goshen, IN

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Vitra case pieces and storage cabinets for sale on 1stDibs.

Vitra case pieces and storage cabinets 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 case pieces and storage cabinets, although gray editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original case pieces and storage cabinets by Vitra were created in the modern style in europe during the 21st century and contemporary. Prices for Vitra case pieces and storage cabinets can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $2,744 and can go as high as $18,485, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $9,902.
Questions About Vitra Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
  • 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.