As the founder of the Bauhaus — the German art and design school that was one of the chief crucibles of modernism — Walter Gropius had a central and enduring impact on the architecture and design of the 20th century and beyond. Along with fellow Bauhaus principals such as Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Marcel Breuer, Gropius championed a philosophy of design focused on simplicity, efficiency and the inherent beauty of steel, glass and other industrial materials.
Born in Berlin, Gropius followed in his architect father’s footsteps and after completing his studies was employed by the brilliant proto-modernist designer Peter Behrens. Gropius’s early architectural work demonstrated many of the aspects that define the modernist aesthetic: ribbon windows, an emphasis on light and minimal decoration. Gropius became known primarily as a great organizer, writer and teacher. After military service in World War I, he developed concepts of what are now called the applied arts — a marriage of creative imagination with practical skill and technology. These notions drove Gropius’s founding of the Bauhaus in 1919. The school would welcome many of the great creators of the 20th century, including Paul Klee, Laszlo Moholy-Nagy and Josef Albers. After the independent-minded college fell afoul of the Nazi regime in the 1930s, Gropius immigrated to the United States, and finished out his years on the Harvard faculty.
Gropius produced far fewer furniture designs than his fellows on the Bauhaus faculty, but what he did make has a purity of form and spirit. As you will see from the works offered on 1stDibs, Walter Gropius never compromised his vision of design that encompassed beauty, creativity and the highest level of technical skill.
1990s Pair of Walter Gropius F51 Lounge Arm Chairs by Tecta in Black Leather
By Walter Gropius
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a pair of F51 Lounge Arm Chairs, originally designed by Walter Gropius in 1920. These particular examples were produced by Tecta in Germany in the 1990s. The design is an ico...
Foam, Wood, Leather
Vintage Ralph Lauren Leather Lounge Chair, 1990s
By Ralph Lauren
Located in Philadelphia, PA
We are pleased to present this handsome and inviting Ralph Lauren leather club chair, upholstered in richly patinated cognac-brown leather with a warm, lived-in character. The chair’...
Leather
$2,250
H 38.25 in W 33.375 in D 36.25 in
Dutch Post-Modern Camel Leather High Back Lounge Chair, 1990s
By Jane Worthington, Leolux
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Dutch Post-Modern lounge chair from the 1990s, fully upholstered in camel leather. The high, contoured back tapers toward the seat and broadens at the crown, giving the chair a sculp...
Leather
On Hold|$14,000 / set
H 32 in W 35 in D 36.5 in
Pair of Christian Liaigre for Holly Hunt “Latin” Lounge Chairs, 1990s
By Christian Liaigre, HOLLY HUNT
Located in Hamburg, PA
Elegant pair of armless “Latin” lounge chairs designed by Christian Liaigre for Holly Hunt. These refined lounge chairs feature clean architectural lines with soft, generous seating. The bodies are upholstered in taupe leather with complementary light grey striped fabric loose-back cushions. Raised on dark ebonized wood bases with straight square legs. Each chair retains its original Holly Hunt metal label signed "Christian Liaigre at Holly Hunt". Overall good condition. All original with age-appropriate wear consistent with use. Christian Liaigre (1943–2020) was a celebrated French designer known for his understated, luxurious minimalism. Holly Hunt introduced his work to the U.S. market, and the Latin chair...
Leather, Wood
Charles & Ray Eames EA222 softpad leather lounge chair, 1990s
By Vitra, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Vintage 90's eames EA222 softapd black leather lounge chair designed by Charles and Ray Eames and produced by Vitra. Timeless design offering a lot of com...
Aluminum
$14,000 / set
H 28.5 in W 29.25 in D 29.5 in
Pair of Preben Fabricius for Walter Knoll Cordovan Leather Lounge Chairs
By Walter Knoll, Preben Fabricius
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of lounge chairs designed as part of the "710 Series" by Preben Fabricius for Walter Knoll (Germany, 1972). Aptly named the "Conversation Chairs" due to their thoughtful, functi...
Steel, Chrome
$2,086
H 30.91 in W 23.63 in D 20.48 in
Model D51 Bauhaus Chair Upholstered in Hermès Fabric by Walter Gropius for Tecta
By Walter Gropius
Located in Kelkheim (Taunus), HE
Model D51 Bauhaus Chair Upholstered in Hermès Fabric by Walter Gropius for Tecta Designer Walter Gropius (05.1883- 07.1969) Brand Tecta, Germany Era 1920’s Production date 1980s ...
Fabric, Wood
$7,925 / set
H 26.78 in W 27.56 in D 18.9 in
Pair of “Miami” Lounge Chairs by Olivier De Schrijver - 1990s
By Olivier De Schrijver
Located in BOULOGNE-BILLANCOURT, FR
Pair of “Miami” Lounge Chairs by Olivier De Schrijver, Teak and Cognac Leather, Belgium, Limited Edition. “Miami” lounge chairs designed by Olivier De Schrijver for Ode’s Design / C...
Leather, Teak
$3,600 / set
H 29 in W 32 in D 58 in
Enzo Luca Art Deco Revival Leather Lounge Chairs and Footrests, 1990s - a Pair
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of Art Deco Revival soft black leather lounge chairs with footrests by Enzo Luca, Netherlands 1990s. Measurements: Chairs - W32" D34" H29" SH17" Footrests - W23.5" D25" H17"
Leather
Pair of Cubic Lounge Chairs in Black Leather
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Pair of lounge chairs, black leather, wood, Northern Europe, 1980s The design of this pair of lounge chairs is characterized by a cubic frame. When seated you experience a pleasant ...
Leather, Wood
$3,496 / set
H 27.96 in W 33.47 in D 31.11 in
Pair of “Piccolino” Leather Lounge Chairs by Walter Knoll, 1960s
By Walter Knoll
Located in Stahnsdorf, DE
Pair of “Piccolino” Leather Lounge Chairs by Walter Knoll, 1960s Elegant pair of “Piccolino” lounge chairs by Walter Knoll, dating to the 1960s. These chairs feature a compact, scul...
Leather
$6,760
H 29.53 in W 31.5 in D 31.5 in
Pair of “Hollywood” Lounge Chairs by Olivier De Schrijver - 1990s
By Olivier De Schrijver
Located in BOULOGNE-BILLANCOURT, FR
Pair of “Hollywood” Lounge Chairs by Olivier De Schrijver, Teak and Wild Straw, Belgium, 1990s Rare pair of “Hollywood” lounge chairs designed by Olivier De Schrijver in the 1990s. ...
Teak
$736Sale Price / set|36% Off
H 31.11 in W 28.75 in D 19.3 in
Pair of PS Hässlö outdoor lounge chairs by Monika Mulder for Ikea, 1990s
By Monika Mulder, IKEA
Located in PRAHA 5, CZ
Pair of fantastic postmodern lounge chairs designed by Monika Mulder for Ikea in 1995. The Ikea PS Hässlö chairs designed by Monika Mulder are sleek and mode...
Steel