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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
Recognized Seller Listings
Warren Platner for Knoll Center Table in Glass and Steel
By Warren Platner
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Warren Platner for Knoll, dining table, glass and chrome-plated metal, United States, circa 1966 This iconic center table by Warren Platner (1919-2006) is created by welding curved...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Warren Platner Furniture

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Metal, Chrome

Warren Platner for Knoll Easy Chair in White Chenille
By Knoll, Warren Platner
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Warren Platner for Knoll, easy chair, model '1705', steel, reupholstered in chenille "Per Inciso" Perla by Dedar, United States, design ca. 1962, production later. This iconic white...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Warren Platner Furniture

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Steel

Warren Platner Throne Lounge chair and Ottoman
By Warren Platner
Located in Dallas, TX
A nickel plated throne chair and ottoman designed by Warren Platner for Knoll. Reupholstered in Holly Hunt / Breathe Easy / Latte.
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1970s Vintage Warren Platner Furniture

Materials

Nickel

Warren Platner for Knoll Dining Table in Smoked Glass
By Knoll, Warren Platner
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Warren Platner for Knoll, table, glass, steel, United States, design ca. 1962 This iconic center table by Warren Platner (1919-2006) is created by welding curved steel rods to cir...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Warren Platner Furniture

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Steel

Warren Platner Writing Desk with Black Leather Top
By Knoll, Warren Platner
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Warren Platner for Knoll, writing desk, leather, metal, oak, United States, design 1973 This heavy, sturdy desk is designed by the American modernist Warren Platner. He is most know...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Warren Platner Furniture

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Metal

Warren Platner Pair of Easy Chairs in Baby Blue Upholstery
By Knoll, Warren Platner
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Warren Platner for Knoll, pair of lounge chairs, 'model 1705', nickel-plated steel, fabric, United States, design 1966 This iconic easy chair by Warren Platner is created by welding...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Warren Platner Furniture

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Steel, Nickel

Warren Platner Ottomans/Stools for Knoll
By Warren Platner
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A pair of Warren Platner Ottomans/Stools manufactured by Knoll Original velvet Upholstery
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1970s North American Vintage Warren Platner Furniture

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Stainless Steel

Warren Platner for Knoll Lounge Chair in Knoll Velvet with Bronze Finish
By Warren Platner, Knoll
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A beautiful Warren Platner for Knoll lounge chair (Model 1715L), upholstered in a gorgeous burgundy (wine) color velvet fabric over a bronze finish frame. The deep burgundy velvet is a luxurious upgrade over the standard knit fabric that is more commonly seen, the fabric is called "Knoll Velvet...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Warren Platner Furniture

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Steel

Warren Platner for Knoll Coffee Table in Steel and Glass
By Knoll, Warren Platner
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Warren Platner for Knoll, coffee table, steel, glass, United States, design ca. 1962 This iconic coffee table by Warren Platner is created by welding curved steel rods to circular...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Warren Platner Furniture

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Steel

Pair of Warren Platner Side Tables
By Knoll, Warren Platner
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair of Warren Platner Side Tables, welded curved nickel plated steel rods to circular frames, simultaneously serving as structure and ornament with inset oak tops.
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Warren Platner Furniture

Materials

Nickel

Rare Settee, Model 1716 by Warren Platner for Knoll
By Warren Platner, Knoll
Located in New York, NY
Bronze-plated steel, upholstery. Produced by Knoll. Rare bronze finish variant with new upholstery.
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Warren Platner Furniture

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Bronze, Steel

No. 1719 Stools by Warren Platner
By Warren Platner, Knoll
Located in New York, NY
Bronze-plated steel, upholstery. Produced by Knoll International. Rare bronze finish variant with newly upholstered seats.
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Warren Platner Furniture

Materials

Bronze, Steel

Warren Platner for Knoll Writing Desk in Cherry and Black Leather
By Knoll, Warren Platner
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Warren Platner for Knoll, writing desk, cherry, chrome-plated metal, black leather, United States, 1970s. This writing table with two drawers and an extendable panel...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Warren Platner Furniture

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Metal, Chrome

Warren Platner for Knoll International Side Table in Glass and Steel
By Knoll, Warren Platner
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Warren Platner for Knoll International, coffee table, glass, metal, United States, design 1966, later production This iconic side table by Warren Platner is created by welding curve...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Warren Platner Furniture

Materials

Steel

Warren Platner for Knoll Executive Desk with Black Leather Top
By Knoll, Warren Platner
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Warren Platner for Knoll, desk, leather, steel, oak, United States, 1973 This heavy, sturdy desk is designed by the American modernist Warren Platner. He is most known for his airy ...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Warren Platner Furniture

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Steel

Set of 5 Warren Platner for Knoll International Steel and Red Upholstery Lounge
By Knoll, Warren Platner
Located in New York, NY
SET of 5 American mid-century lounge chairs with hourglass forms comprised of shaped steel rods, with fiberglass molded seats enclosed in red textured ...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Warren Platner Furniture

Materials

Metal, Steel

Warren Platner Sink
By Warren Platner
Located in Chicago, IL
Sink taken out of a Warren Planter designed home in Connecticut. Sculptural curves with large nautilus handle accents. Located in Chicago.
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1980s American Art Deco Vintage Warren Platner Furniture

Materials

Ceramic

Warren Platner Stool
By Warren Platner
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A vintage Warren Platner Stool Manufactured by Knoll Re-Upholstered in faux fur.
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1960s North American Vintage Warren Platner Furniture

Materials

Stainless Steel

Pair of Warren Platner for Knoll Curved Steel and Blue Upholstered Armchairs
By Warren Platner
Located in New York, NY
Pair of curved steel crescent shaped armchairs with blue upholstery. (Warren Platner for Knoll, circa 1966).
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Warren Platner Furniture

Materials

Steel

Warren Platner Marble and Brass Wall-Mount Console
By Warren Platner
Located in Chicago, IL
WARREN PLATNER (1919 – 2006) Custom curvilinear console in Rosso Alicante marble, raised on a trio of lacquered brass wall-mount brackets. Execu...
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1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Warren Platner Furniture

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Warren Platner Cocktail Table
By Warren Platner
Located in Chicago, IL
Custom Platner coffee table, architectural commission by Platner Office 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

Materials

Granite, Bronze

1970s Executive Office Desk by Warren Platner for Knoll
By Knoll, Warren Platner
Located in Sagaponack, NY
An inset leather top executive desk over cantilevered chrome plate steel legs with accompanying six (6) door leather wall mounted storage unit. ( 10...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Warren Platner Furniture

Materials

Leather

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

Materials

Granite, Bronze

Warren Platner Marble and Brass Coffee Table
By Warren Platner
Located in Chicago, IL
Platner custom coffee table marble top with scalloped corners, brass base, swivels as shown. Provenance: Friedman residence , Greenwich, CT. 1989.
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1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Warren Platner Furniture

Materials

Marble, Brass

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 Custom Wall Sconce
By Warren Platner
Located in Chicago, IL
Warren Platner Associates architects: Wall sconce. Custom for important commission. Features lift-up. Mirrored polished brass shield with four steel louvers.             
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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Warren Platner Furniture

Materials

Brass, Steel

Pair of Bronze Warren Platner Lounge Chairs for Knoll
By Warren Platner
Located in Dallas, TX
A pair of bronze lounge chairs designed by Warren Platner for Knoll. Newly upholstered in Holly Hunt / Teddy / Winter White fabric.
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1970s Vintage Warren Platner Furniture

Materials

Bronze

Warren Platner - Rare Copper Tables
By Warren Platner
Located in San Francisco, CA
An extremely rare copper cocktail and side table by Warren Platner. Features a round glass top and circular base of concave lengths of copper. Dimensio...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Warren Platner Furniture

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Copper

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Knoll International Complete Office Warren Platner Desk and Sideboards
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Mid-19th Century European Antique Warren Platner Furniture

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A superb antique Victorian period pedestal desk. This was made in England, it dates from around 1860-1880. It is of fantastic quality and has a lovely design. The top has an inverte...
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Walnut Writing Desk with Drawers, Made in Italy
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Writing desk made completely of solid walnut. The drawers are assembled with dovetail joints (includes 2 top drawers and 3 drawers under the desk). This writing desk is characterized by an “X” joint...
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Walnut Writing Desk with Drawers, Made in Italy
Walnut Writing Desk with Drawers, Made in Italy
H 29.53 in W 51.19 in D 27.56 in
1970s Knoll Platner Oval Dining Table
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On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning, Platner oval dining table you could hope to find. Outstanding design is exhibited throughout. The beautiful table is statement ...
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1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Warren Platner Furniture

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Warren Platner Nickel and Glass Side Table for Knoll
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
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The polished nickel side table designed by Warren Platner and produced by Knoll is a stunning piece of furniture that is sure to impress. The table's intricate and eye-catching base ...
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Warren Platner for Knoll Lounge Chair
By Knoll
Located in New York, NY
Sculptural and graceful iconic lounge chair model 1705 by Warren Platner designed in 1962 for Knoll International. Upholstered in luxurious rust ...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Warren Platner Furniture

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Modern Warren Platner Knoll Steel Dining Table with Glass Top
By Knoll, Warren Platner
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Warren Platner Knoll Steel and Glass Dining Table Offered for sale is an original Mid-Century Modern glass top on Steel base dining table by Warren Platner for Knoll, circ...
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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Warren Platner Furniture

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Steel

Warren Platner for Knoll Nickel Lounge Chair Reupholstered in Your Fabric
By Knoll, Warren Platner
Located in Atlanta, GA
Sculptural modern lounge chair in nickel finish, designed by Warren Platner for Knoll, circa 1980s. Signed with Knoll label. This chair is currently being reupholstered and can be co...
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1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Warren Platner Furniture

Materials

Metal

Warren Platner for Knoll classic armchair designed 1966
By Knoll, Warren Platner
Located in London, GB
Warren Platner studied at Cornell University, graduating in 1941 with a degree in architecture. He went on to work with legendary architects Raymond Loewy, Eero Saarinen, and I. M. P...
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Late 20th Century American Modern Warren Platner Furniture

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Steel, Chrome

Warren Platner Lounge Chairs in Sapphire Velvet, A Pair
By Warren Platner
Located in Culver City, CA
Available right now we have 2 pairs of Warren Platner Lounge Chairs. Priced per pair these chairs are a sublime fusion of opulence and iconic design that are timelessly chic. Crafted to perfection, these lounge chairs are not merely pieces of furniture; they are functional pieces or art. Enveloped in a sumptuous deep sapphire velvet, these lounge chairs redefine comfort and style. The allure of the plush upholstery beckons you to sink into a world of indulgence, with the rich velvety texture against your skin, a tactile symphony that will elevate your relaxation to an art form. Warren Platner was a luminary in the world of modern design, Platner's career was marked by a relentless pursuit of innovation and elegance. Trained as an architect, he seamlessly transitioned into the realm of furniture design, leaving an indelible mark with his distinctive creations. Platner's ingenuity was particularly evident in his collaboration with Knoll, a legendary name in the world of modern furniture. Founded in 1938 by Hans Knoll and later joined by his wife Florence Knoll, the company became synonymous with cutting-edge design and a commitment to quality craftsmanship. Knoll became a trailblazer, collaborating with visionaries like Warren Platner to create pieces that would go on to define an era. The Platner Lounge Chairs, with their unique design and quality materials, stand as a testament to the enduring legacy of both Warren Platner and Knoll. These chairs aren't just pieces of furniture; they are collectors' items, highly sought after by those who appreciate the intersection of art and functionality. In a world where trends come and go, the Platner Lounge Chairs stand the test of time. They aren't just a place to sit; they are an experience, a visual and tactile journey into the lap of luxury. Owning these chairs isn't just a choice; it's an affirmation of a lifestyle that values the finer things – where comfort meets design, and every piece of furniture is a statement. These chairs would look incredible in any mid century modern, contemporary or modern environment. We currently have these chairs in our gallery alongside other iconic pieces, and Arne Jacobsen egg chair, and Eero Saarinen dining set...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Warren Platner Furniture

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Nickel

Vintage Warren Platner Carrara Marble & Steel Coffee Table for Knoll
By Knoll, Warren Platner
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Warren platner Carrara marble & steel coffee table for Knoll. ________________________________________ Transforming a piece of Mid-Cen...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Warren Platner Furniture

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Marble, Chrome, Steel

Warren Platner Glass Top Chrome Coffee Table for Knoll, USA 1970s
By Warren Platner
Located in New York, NY
One of Knoll's most enduring designs. The Platner series looks as fresh as it did when it was designed fifty years ago.
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Warren Platner Furniture

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Chrome

Previously Available Items
Warren Platner for Knoll Pair of Lounge Chairs in Off-White Upholstery
By Warren Platner
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Warren Platner for Knoll, pair of lounge chairs, 'model 1705', nickel-plated steel, fabric, United States, design ca. 1962 This iconic easy chair by Warren Platner is created by wel...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Warren Platner Furniture

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Steel, Nickel

Pair of Warren Platner Lounge Chairs for Knoll
By Warren Platner
Located in Dallas, TX
A pair of lounge chairs designed by Warren Platner for Knoll. Nickel plated steel newly upholstered in Holly Hunt / Teddy / Winter White. Two matching pairs available.
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1970s Vintage Warren Platner Furniture

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Warren Platner Glass & Steel Coffee Table
By Warren Platner
Located in Downingtown, PA
Warren platner coffee table, Design-Warren Platner, 1966. The Warren Planter circular table consists of a chrome-plated circular steel base with an overhanging beveled round glas...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Warren Platner Furniture

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Warren Platner Executive Desk Chair
By Steelcase, Warren Platner
Located in Chicago, IL
Warren platner executive desk chair Steelcase, USA, 1972. Aluminum, Reupholstered with Knoll Cato Fabric and Spinneybeck leather. Measures: Seat heig...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Warren Platner Furniture

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Aluminum

Warren Platner Executive Desk Chair
Warren Platner Executive Desk Chair
H 40 in W 28.5 in D 27.5 in
Warren Platner for Knoll Pair of Armchairs in Illustrative Upholstery
By Knoll, Warren Platner
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Warren Platner for Knoll, pair of armchairs, metal and yellow-green fabric, United States, 1966. This iconic pair by Warren Platner (1919-2006) is created by welding curved steel ro...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Warren Platner Furniture

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Metal

Pair of Bronze Warren Platner Lounge Chairs and Ottomans
By Warren Platner
Located in Dallas, TX
A pair of bronze throne chairs and ottomans designed by Warren Platner for Knoll. Reupholstered in Holly Hunt Great Plains / Riccardo / Champagne. Priced...
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1970s Vintage Warren Platner Furniture

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Bronze

Bronze Wire Side Table by Warren Platner for Knoll International, circa 1968
By Warren Platner, Knoll
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A beautiful original production bronze side table by Warren Platner for Knoll International, designed in 1966 and this example produced during the original production years of this design, circa 1968 to mid 70s. This example is in great vintage condition with incredible soft patina - the precise look you want in an original vintage Platner...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Warren Platner Furniture

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Warren Platner for Knoll Sideboard in Original Leather
By Knoll, Warren Platner
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Warren Platner for Knoll, sideboard, chrome, oak, leather, United States, after 1973 This sideboard is designed by American modernist Warren Platner. He is most known for his airy...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Warren Platner Furniture

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Leather, Wood

Bronze and Teak Warren Platner Dining Set for Knoll
By Warren Platner
Located in Dallas, TX
A beautifully patinated bronze dining set with refinished teak top and chairs reupholstered in boucle. Designed by Warren Platner for Knoll.
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1970s Vintage Warren Platner Furniture

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Bronze

Warren Platner Rosewood and Granite Executive Desk for Lehigh Leopold, c. 1970
By Warren Platner, Lehigh Leopold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This exceptionally rare and highly sought-after collectors piece is a Warren Platner Executive Desk designed for Lehigh Leopold in circa 1970, a...
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Early Production Warren Platner for Knoll International Bronze Coffee Table
By Knoll, Warren Platner
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This early production example in bronze Warren Platner for Knoll International cocktail table, designed in 1966, was produced in the mid / late 1960s to early 1970s and is of the original production years when Knoll used real bronze. Later production of this design by Knoll changed to a bronze colored plating and is not real bronze and only made to mimic real bronze. Therefore the original bronze examples like this one have become increasingly sought-after by collectors and investors of modern art and design. This example is in excellent vintage condition with incredible soft patina - the precise look you want in an original vintage Platner...
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Pair of Benches by Warren Platner for Lehigh Leopold
By Warren Platner
Located in Dallas, TX
A rare bench in stainless steel, oak and leather designed by Warren Platner for Lehigh Leopold. Matching pair available. Priced and sold individually.
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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.

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