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Warren Platner Furniture

American, 1919-2006

Though vintage Warren Platner chairs, sofas and interiors are icons of mid-century modernism, the architect and furniture designer took his stylistic inspiration from as far back as 18th-century France, once saying about his seminal collection for Knoll that his design intent was to evoke “the kind of decorative, gentle, graceful kind of design that appeared in period style like Louis XV.”

Indeed, the marriage of modern sensibility and classical grace is a marker of Platner’s style across furnishings and interiors — both genres in which he left an enduring legacy.

Born in 1919 in Baltimore, Maryland, Platner studied architecture at Cornell before cutting his teeth working for design icons like Eero Saarinen and Kevin Roche, eventually serving as head of interior design in the latter’s office. In 1965, Platner opened his own office, in Greenwich, Connecticut, where he continued to hone his particular brand of graceful modernism.

Knoll released the Platner Collection of seating and tables in 1966. (Originally designed in 1962, the suite took nearly four years of development to bring to life.)

The decorative bent-metal-and-glass pieces — an armchair, a dining table and more — make certain nods to the trademarks of his former employers, but also to the shapes of historic European furniture. The sculptural elegance of his line recalls Saarinen’s iconic Tulip collection, which includes armchairs and dining tables, while his materiality aligns with Roche’s cutting-edge use of glass and metal for the headquarters of the Ford Foundation in New York.

Many of Platner’s Knoll pieces would go on to find homes in a certain fabled locale: the Windows on the World restaurant at the original World Trade Center, whose interiors Platner was tapped to outfit in the mid-1970s. Upon the opening of the restaurant in 1976, New York Times architecture critic Paul Goldberger dubbed its style “sensuous modernism” — an apt tagline for Platner’s oeuvre as a whole.

Platner died in 2006 at the age of 86. His furniture is still produced by Knoll, and original examples — along with idiosyncratic custom works he created for interior design clients — are coveted by collectors today.

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Creator: Warren Platner
Mid-Century Warren Platner Wireframe Side Table by Knoll
Mid-Century Warren Platner Wireframe Side Table by Knoll

Mid-Century Warren Platner Wireframe Side Table by Knoll

By Warren Platner, Knoll

Located in Dekalb, IL

c. 1960s; Warren Platner for Knoll Associates, Inc. - New York Polished modernism meets architectural rigor in this sculptural side table designed by Warren Platner and produced by ...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Warren Platner Furniture

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Metal

1975 Warren Platner for CI Designs Oak & Dark Tan Fabric Dining Arm Chair
1975 Warren Platner for CI Designs Oak & Dark Tan Fabric Dining Arm Chair

1975 Warren Platner for CI Designs Oak & Dark Tan Fabric Dining Arm Chair

By Warren Platner

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Listed for sale is a circa 1975 production oak and dark tan fabric armchair designed by renowned architect and furniture designer Warren Platner. This piece was part of a series that Platner designed for CI Designs...

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1970s American Modern Vintage Warren Platner Furniture

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Oak, Fabric

1975 Warren Platner for CI Designs Oak and Brown Leather Dining Arm Chair
1975 Warren Platner for CI Designs Oak and Brown Leather Dining Arm Chair

1975 Warren Platner for CI Designs Oak and Brown Leather Dining Arm Chair

By Warren Platner

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Listed for sale is a circa 1975 production oak and leather armchair designed by renowned architect and furniture designer Warren Platner. This piece was part of a series that Platner...

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1970s American Modern Vintage Warren Platner Furniture

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Leather, Oak

1960s Warren Platner for Knoll Bronze Lounge Chairs- Set of 4
1960s Warren Platner for Knoll Bronze Lounge Chairs- Set of 4

1960s Warren Platner for Knoll Bronze Lounge Chairs- Set of 4

By Warren Platner

Located in Chicago, IL

Platner for Knoll bronzed steel lounge chairs. Steel wire rod construction in a hard to find original oil rubbed bronze finish. This style was designed for style and comfort. The up...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Warren Platner Furniture

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Metal, Steel

Warren Platner Large Stool or Ottoman Bronze Finish Ivory Boucle Fabric Knoll
Warren Platner Large Stool or Ottoman Bronze Finish Ivory Boucle Fabric Knoll

Warren Platner Large Stool or Ottoman Bronze Finish Ivory Boucle Fabric Knoll

By Knoll, Warren Platner

Located in Atlanta, GA

Large Scale Stool or Ottoman, designed by Warren Platner for Knoll, American, circa 1960s. It is executed in a bronze finish metal and has been recently reupholstered in an ivory col...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Warren Platner Furniture

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Metal

Usa modern Black fabric metal Cockcit chairs by Warren Platner for Knoll, 1970s
Usa modern Black fabric metal Cockcit chairs by Warren Platner for Knoll, 1970s

Usa modern Black fabric metal Cockcit chairs by Warren Platner for Knoll, 1970s

By Warren Platner, Knoll

Located in MIlano, IT

Usa modern Black fabric and metal Cockcit chairs by Warren Platner for Knoll, 1970s Pair of iconic and vintage cockcit chairs with round base. The structure is made up of curved nickel-plated metal rods welded to rounded frames and the base. The backrest, armrests and seat follow the shapes of the structure and are padded and covered in black fabric. The rounded seat cushion...

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1970s Italian Modern Vintage Warren Platner Furniture

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Metal

1974 Knoll Warren Platner Sensational Off-White Easy Lounge Chair Pair
1974 Knoll Warren Platner Sensational Off-White Easy Lounge Chair Pair

1974 Knoll Warren Platner Sensational Off-White Easy Lounge Chair Pair

By Warren Platner, Knoll

Located in Chula Vista, CA

For your consideration, Pair of easy lounge chairs designed by Warren Platner for Knoll. Metal design fabric with fresh new upholstery Original label present 1974 39.5 tall x 41 w x...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Warren Platner Furniture

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Metal

Warren Platner for Knoll Big Easy Lounge Chair
Warren Platner for Knoll Big Easy Lounge Chair

Warren Platner for Knoll Big Easy Lounge Chair

By Warren Platner

Located in Palm Springs, CA

A beautiful Warren Platner for Knoll Big Easy Lounge chair in a nickel finish. The chair has been reupholstered recently in a Knoll Wool blend and looks great. This iconic chair desi...

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20th Century American Warren Platner Furniture

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Chrome

Easy Lounge Chair by Warren Platner for Knoll International, 1980
Easy Lounge Chair by Warren Platner for Knoll International, 1980

Easy Lounge Chair by Warren Platner for Knoll International, 1980

By Knoll, Warren Platner

Located in New York, NY

Model 1715 easy chair, designed by Warren Platner for Knoll. Zinc steel wire rods are bent and welded to form a graceful, sculptural Silhouette. A generously sized lounge chair, the ...

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1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Warren Platner Furniture

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Metal

1960s Warren Platner for Knoll Easy Chairs - A Pair
1960s Warren Platner for Knoll Easy Chairs - A Pair

1960s Warren Platner for Knoll Easy Chairs - A Pair

By Knoll, Warren Platner

Located in Virginia Beach, VA

A pair of Warren Platner throne Easy Lounge chairs for Knoll. These chairs typically come with a fully upholstered fiberglass shell insert however when we found these chairs all tha...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Warren Platner Furniture

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Iron

Warren Platner for Knoll Nickel Stool or Ottoman
Warren Platner for Knoll Nickel Stool or Ottoman

Warren Platner for Knoll Nickel Stool or Ottoman

By Knoll, Warren Platner

Located in Atlanta, GA

Sculptural stool or ottoman, designed by Warren Platner for Knoll, American, circa 1960s. This stool requires reupholstery and can be completed in your fabric. Simply send us 3 yards...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Warren Platner Furniture

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Metal, Nickel

Warren Platner Gray Leather 1705 Easy Chair and Ottoman Set of Two, Knoll, 1966
Warren Platner Gray Leather 1705 Easy Chair and Ottoman Set of Two, Knoll, 1966

Warren Platner Gray Leather 1705 Easy Chair and Ottoman Set of Two, Knoll, 1966

By Warren Platner, Knoll

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Warren platner gray leather easy chair and ottoman set of two, Knoll, 1966. Knoll Models 1705L and 1705Y. See final two images for proper dimensions...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Warren Platner Furniture

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Stainless Steel, Nickel

Leather Platner Chair by Warren Platner for Steelcase
Leather Platner Chair by Warren Platner for Steelcase

Leather Platner Chair by Warren Platner for Steelcase

By Warren Platner, Steelcase

Located in Chicago, IL

c. 1970s. USA. Upholstered cushions with leather back.

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Warren Platner Furniture

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Leather, Upholstery

6x Warren Platner Arm Chairs – Knoll International – Nickel-Plated – Hallingdal
6x Warren Platner Arm Chairs – Knoll International – Nickel-Plated – Hallingdal

6x Warren Platner Arm Chairs – Knoll International – Nickel-Plated – Hallingdal

By Knoll, Warren Platner

Located in Telgte, DE

For sale is a set of 6 original armchairs by renowned designer Warren Platner, produced by Knoll International – an iconic design statement from the mid-20th century. Details: • Man...

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Late 20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Warren Platner Furniture

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Steel, Nickel

Warren Platner Bronze Throne Lounge chair and Ottoman
Warren Platner Bronze Throne Lounge chair and Ottoman

Warren Platner Bronze Throne Lounge chair and Ottoman

By Warren Platner

Located in Dallas, TX

A bronze plated throne chair and ottoman designed by Warren Platner for Knoll. Reupholstered in Holly Hunt / Cuddle Up / Clover fabric. This is an early version with Patinated bronze...

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1970s Vintage Warren Platner Furniture

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Bronze

Warren Platner Rosewood Black Steel Base Side Table Knoll Associates 1970s
Warren Platner Rosewood Black Steel Base Side Table Knoll Associates 1970s

Warren Platner Rosewood Black Steel Base Side Table Knoll Associates 1970s

By Warren Platner, Knoll

Located in Forest Grove, PA

Wonderful 1970s Rosewood and Black Steel base side table designed by Warren Platner for Knoll Associates from the estate of a Knoll employee in East Greenville, PA.

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Warren Platner Furniture

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Steel

C. 1975 Warren Platner for CI Designs Three-Seat Sofa in Oak and Brown Leather
C. 1975 Warren Platner for CI Designs Three-Seat Sofa in Oak and Brown Leather

C. 1975 Warren Platner for CI Designs Three-Seat Sofa in Oak and Brown Leather

By Warren Platner

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is an important three-seater sofa, designed by renowned architect and furniture designer Warren Platner. The piece was part of a series that Platner designed in the mid-70s for ...

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1970s American Modern Vintage Warren Platner Furniture

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Metal

Pair of Warren Platner "Easy" Lounge Chairs and Ottoman
Pair of Warren Platner "Easy" Lounge Chairs and Ottoman

Pair of Warren Platner "Easy" Lounge Chairs and Ottoman

By Knoll, Warren Platner

Located in North Miami, FL

Luxurious PAIR of model 1705 easy lounge chairs and matching ottoman, designed by Warren Platner for Knoll. Zinc steel wire rods are bent and welded to form a graceful, sculptural si...

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1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Warren Platner Furniture

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Steel

Warren Platner Easy Lounge Chair for Knoll, 1980s
Warren Platner Easy Lounge Chair for Knoll, 1980s

Warren Platner Easy Lounge Chair for Knoll, 1980s

By Warren Platner, Knoll

Located in Aachen, NW

Early Easy Lounge chair by Warren Platner for Knoll. The groundbreaking Easy chair was designed in the 1960s by Warren Platner and produced by Knoll in the 1980s. This mid-century ...

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Mid-20th Century American Warren Platner Furniture

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Aluminum

Warren Platner Easy Lounge Chair for Knoll (Old Edition)
Warren Platner Easy Lounge Chair for Knoll (Old Edition)

Warren Platner Easy Lounge Chair for Knoll (Old Edition)

By Knoll, Warren Platner

Located in Argelato, BO

Vintage Warren Platner Easy Chair (Model 1705; aka Easy Lounge Chair) It is one of the most iconic and representative models of the famous American architect and designer Warren Pl...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Warren Platner Furniture

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Steel

1960s Warren Platner Dining Arm Chair in Bronze Finish w/ Hopsack Upholstery
1960s Warren Platner Dining Arm Chair in Bronze Finish w/ Hopsack Upholstery

1960s Warren Platner Dining Arm Chair in Bronze Finish w/ Hopsack Upholstery

By Warren Platner, Knoll

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a Platner Dining Armchair, model 1725, initially designed by Warren Platner for Knoll in 1966. This is an early example, dating to the late 1960s. The frame of this chair is ...

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1960s American Modern Vintage Warren Platner Furniture

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Steel

American modern metal and red fabric chairs by Warren Platner for Knoll, 1970s
American modern metal and red fabric chairs by Warren Platner for Knoll, 1970s

American modern metal and red fabric chairs by Warren Platner for Knoll, 1970s

By Knoll, Warren Platner

Located in MIlano, IT

American modern metal and red fabric chairs by Warren Platner for Knoll, 1970s Cockpit chairs with a round base. The structure follows curved and rounded lines and makes up the backr...

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1970s American Modern Vintage Warren Platner Furniture

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Metal

Warren Platner Gold Leaf Arched Mirror
Warren Platner Gold Leaf Arched Mirror

Warren Platner Gold Leaf Arched Mirror

By Warren Platner

Located in Chicago, IL

WARREN PLATNER (1919 – 2006) Custom beveled mirror in an arched gold leaf frame. Signed: [WARREN PLATNER ASSOC. 10611 J 7544]. Executed by Platner Associates. American, 1989 Provenan...

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1980s American Modern Vintage Warren Platner Furniture

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Gold Leaf

Warren Platner Coffee Table
Warren Platner Coffee Table

Warren Platner Coffee Table

By Warren Platner

Located in Chicago, IL

Custom coffee table, architectural commissioned interior by Platner Studio, manufactured by Lehigh Leopold. Honed Luna Pearl granite top with bronze base.  

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Warren Platner Furniture

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Granite, Bronze

1960s Warren Platner for Knoll Lounge Chairs Nickel w/ Blue Fabric 4x Available
1960s Warren Platner for Knoll Lounge Chairs Nickel w/ Blue Fabric 4x Available

1960s Warren Platner for Knoll Lounge Chairs Nickel w/ Blue Fabric 4x Available

By Knoll, Warren Platner

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a Platner Lounge Chair, model 1715L, initially designed by Warren Platner for Knoll in 1966. These examples date to the 1960s. The listed price includes one chair, and we have four chairs available for purchase. The frames of these chairs are composed of nickel-plated steel rods that are welded together, and the seats are upholstered in a blue geometrically patterned fabric. Each chair measures 25.5 inches long, 36.25 inches wide, and is 30.25 inches tall. Their seat height is 18.5 inches. No labels remain, and these look to have been reupholstered at some point. The chair frames have patina present on the nickel-plated steel. The fabric is in decent shape, though there is wear apparent around the arms, and there is loose fabric...

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1960s American Modern Vintage Warren Platner Furniture

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Steel, Nickel

Warren Platner for Knoll Side-End Table, 1960
Warren Platner for Knoll Side-End Table, 1960

Warren Platner for Knoll Side-End Table, 1960

By Warren Platner

Located in Autonomous City Buenos Aires, CABA

In the 1960s, Warren Platner transformed steel wire into a collection of sculptural furniture, creating a design icon for the modern era. The uniqueness of the furniture and its harm...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Warren Platner Furniture

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Steel

Set of 4 Chairs Warren Platner for Knoll International, 1960s
Set of 4 Chairs Warren Platner for Knoll International, 1960s

Set of 4 Chairs Warren Platner for Knoll International, 1960s

By Warren Platner

Located in Brussels, BE

Set of 4 Chairs Warren Platner for Knoll International, 1960s

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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Warren Platner Furniture

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Metal

1979 Warren Platner Executive Credenza in Oak, Leather, and Chromed Steel
1979 Warren Platner Executive Credenza in Oak, Leather, and Chromed Steel

1979 Warren Platner Executive Credenza in Oak, Leather, and Chromed Steel

By Knoll, Warren Platner

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a Large Executive Credenza in Oak, Leather, and Chromed Steel, initially designed by Warren Platner for Knoll International in 1973. This particular unit was produced in 1979...

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1970s American Modern Vintage Warren Platner Furniture

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Steel, Chrome

Warren Platner for Knoll Mid Century Easy Lounge Chair
Warren Platner for Knoll Mid Century Easy Lounge Chair

Warren Platner for Knoll Mid Century Easy Lounge Chair

By Knoll, Warren Platner

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Warren Platner for Knoll Mid Century Easy Lounge Chair This lounge chair measures: 41.25 wide x 34 deep x 39.5 high, with a seat height of 17 and arm height/chair clearance 21 inche...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Warren Platner Furniture

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Metal, Chrome

1960s Warren Platner for Knoll Lounge Chairs Nickel w Orange Fabric 4x Available
1960s Warren Platner for Knoll Lounge Chairs Nickel w Orange Fabric 4x Available

1960s Warren Platner for Knoll Lounge Chairs Nickel w Orange Fabric 4x Available

By Knoll, Warren Platner

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a Platner Lounge Chair, model 1715L, initially designed by Warren Platner for Knoll in 1966. These examples date to the 1960s. The listed price includes one chair, and we have four chairs available for purchase. The frames of these chairs are composed of nickel-plated steel rods that are welded together, and the seats are upholstered in a rust orange geometrically patterned fabric. Each chair measures 25.5 inches long, 36.25 inches wide, and is 30.25 inches tall. Their seat height is 18.5 inches. No labels remain, and these look to have been reupholstered at some point. The chair frames have patina present on the nickel-plated steel. The fabric is in decent shape, though there is wear apparent around the arms, and there is loose fabric...

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1960s American Modern Vintage Warren Platner Furniture

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Steel, Nickel

1970s Warren Platner Dining Arm Chair in Bronze with Original Fabric Upholstery
1970s Warren Platner Dining Arm Chair in Bronze with Original Fabric Upholstery

1970s Warren Platner Dining Arm Chair in Bronze with Original Fabric Upholstery

By Warren Platner, Knoll

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a Platner Armchair, Model 1725, designed by Warren Platner for Knoll in 1966. This example dates to the 1970s. The frame of the chair is composed of patinated bronzed-steel, ...

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1970s American Modern Vintage Warren Platner Furniture

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Steel

Lounge chair by Warren Platner for Knoll International - 1960s
Lounge chair by Warren Platner for Knoll International - 1960s

Lounge chair by Warren Platner for Knoll International - 1960s

By Warren Platner

Located in Uccle, Bruxelles

Magnificent lounge chair designed by Warren Platner for Knoll International in the 1960s. The chair's frame is composed of numerous welded steel rods. The seat is upholstered in th...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Warren Platner Furniture

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Metal

2010s Warren Platner for Knoll Coffee Table with Bronze Base and 36" Marble Top
2010s Warren Platner for Knoll Coffee Table with Bronze Base and 36" Marble Top

2010s Warren Platner for Knoll Coffee Table with Bronze Base and 36" Marble Top

By Knoll, Warren Platner

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a coffee table originally designed by Warren Platner for Knoll in 1966. This particular example was produced in the United States and dates to the 2010s. The table features a...

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2010s American Modern Warren Platner Furniture

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Marble, Steel

1970s Warren Platner for Knoll 36" Round Coffee Table in Steel and Glass
1970s Warren Platner for Knoll 36" Round Coffee Table in Steel and Glass

1970s Warren Platner for Knoll 36" Round Coffee Table in Steel and Glass

By Warren Platner, Knoll

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a Platner Coffee Table, model 3714T, initially designed by Warren Platner for Knoll in 1966. This particular example dates to the 1970s. The design features a nickel-plated s...

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1970s American Modern Vintage Warren Platner Furniture

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Steel

Gray Velvet Lounge Chair by Warren Platner for Knoll International
Gray Velvet Lounge Chair by Warren Platner for Knoll International

Gray Velvet Lounge Chair by Warren Platner for Knoll International

By Knoll, Warren Platner

Located in Renens, CH

Originally designed by Warren Platner in 1966 for Knoll International, this design icon consists of steel rods curved and welded to a circular frame. The lounge chair is relativel...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Warren Platner Furniture

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Metal

1975 Pair of Warren Platner for Knoll Lounge Chairs Steel Frame with Red Fabric
1975 Pair of Warren Platner for Knoll Lounge Chairs Steel Frame with Red Fabric

1975 Pair of Warren Platner for Knoll Lounge Chairs Steel Frame with Red Fabric

By Knoll, Warren Platner

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a pair of Platner Lounge Chairs, model 1715L, initially designed by Warren Platner for Knoll in 1966. These examples date to 1975, and the listed price includes the pair of c...

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1970s American Modern Vintage Warren Platner Furniture

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Steel, Nickel

1960s Pair of Warren Platner for Knoll Lounge Chairs w/ Grey Kvadrat Fabric
1960s Pair of Warren Platner for Knoll Lounge Chairs w/ Grey Kvadrat Fabric

1960s Pair of Warren Platner for Knoll Lounge Chairs w/ Grey Kvadrat Fabric

By Warren Platner, Knoll

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a pair of Platner Lounge Chairs, model 1715L, initially designed by Warren Platner for Knoll in 1966. These particular examples date to the 1960s, and the listed price includ...

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1960s American Modern Vintage Warren Platner Furniture

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Steel, Nickel

Warren Platner furniture for sale on 1stDibs.

Warren Platner furniture 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 Warren Platner furniture, although gray editions of this piece are particularly popular. We have 150 vintage editions of these items in-stock, while there is 3 modern edition to choose from as well. Many of the original furniture by Warren Platner were created in the mid-century modern style in north america during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider furniture by Selig, Ward Bennett, and Ficks Reed. Prices for Warren Platner furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $1,250 and can go as high as $36,000, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $6,475.

Questions About Warren Platner Furniture

  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024
    A Platner chair is an armchair designed by Warren Platner and made from sturdy nickel-plated steel wire rods. It was originally part of the Platner Collection, his seminal work in furniture design. In addition to the armchair, the 1962 series included a dining table, side tables and more. Platner found inspiration for the lightweight chair in pieces like Eero Saarinen’s Tulip chair and tables. But rather than firmly plant his work within the futuristic realm of mid-century modernism, Platner incorporated a graceful aesthetic reminiscent of the Louis XV era. Knoll still produces the Platner armchair today. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of Platner chairs.