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Harry Bertoia Furniture

American, Italian, 1915-1978

Sculptor, furniture and jewelry designer, graphic artist and metalsmith, Harry Bertoia was one of the great cross-disciplinarians of 20th-century art and design and a central figure in American mid-century modernism. Among furniture aficionados, Bertoia is known for his chairs such as the wire-lattice Diamond chair (and its variants such as the tall-backed Bird chair) designed for Knoll Inc. and first released in 1952.

As an artist, he is revered for a style that was his alone. Bertoia’s metal sculptures are by turns expressive and austere, powerful and subtle, intimate in scale and monumental. All embody a tension between the intricacy and precision of Bertoia’s forms and the raw strength of his materials: steel, brass, bronze and copper.

Fortune seemed to guide Bertoia’s artistic development. Born in northeastern Italy, Bertoia immigrated to the United States at age 15, joining an older brother in Detroit. He studied drawing and metalworking in the gifted student program at Cass Technical High School. Recognition led to awards that culminated, in 1937, in a teaching scholarship to attend the Cranbrook Academy of Art in suburban Bloomfield Hills, one of the great crucibles of modernism in America

At Cranbrook, Bertoia made friendships — with architect Eero Saarinen, designers Charles and Ray Eames and Florence Schust Knoll and others — that shaped the course of his life. He taught metalworking at the school, and when materials rationing during World War II limited the availability of metals, Bertoia focused on jewelry design. He also experimented with monotype printmaking, and 19 of his earliest efforts were bought by the Guggenheim Museum.

In 1943, he left Cranbrook to work in California with the Eameses, helping them develop their now-famed plywood furniture. (Bertoia received scant credit.) Late in that decade, Florence and Hans Knoll persuaded him to move east and join Knoll Inc. His chairs became and remain perennial bestsellers. Royalties allowed Bertoia to devote himself full-time to metal sculpture, a medium he began to explore in earnest in 1947.

By the early 1950s Bertoia was receiving commissions for large-scale works from architects — the first came via Saarinen — as he refined his aesthetic vocabulary into two distinct skeins. One comprises his “sounding sculptures” — gongs and “Sonambient” groupings of rods that strike together and chime when touched by hand or by the wind. The other genre encompasses Bertoia’s naturalistic works: abstract sculptures that suggest bushes, flower petals, leaves, dandelions or sprays of grass. 

As you will see on these pages, Harry Bertoia was truly unique; his art and designs manifest a wholly singular combination of delicacy and strength.

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Creator: Harry Bertoia
Five Harry Bertoia Chrome Wire Dining Chairs by Knoll
Five Harry Bertoia Chrome Wire Dining Chairs by Knoll

Five Harry Bertoia Chrome Wire Dining Chairs by Knoll

By Harry Bertoia, Knoll

Located in San Mateo, CA

Set of five Harry Bertoia side chairs manufactured by Knoll. These chairs date to around 1970. They have a chrome finish. The chairs have black vinyl seat pads. The pads are Knoll re...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Harry Bertoia Furniture

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Chrome

Bertoia for Knoll Chrome Diamond Chair with Full Pad Cover C 1960/1970s
Bertoia for Knoll Chrome Diamond Chair with Full Pad Cover C 1960/1970s

Bertoia for Knoll Chrome Diamond Chair with Full Pad Cover C 1960/1970s

By Knoll, Harry Bertoia

Located in New York, NY

Iconic Diamond chair designed by Harry Bertoia for Knoll. This example was executed in the chrome plated finish, and comes with its original Knoll full pad cover ( somewhat crunchy b...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Harry Bertoia Furniture

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Chrome

Set of Four Chrome Dining Chairs by Bertoia for Knoll
Set of Four Chrome Dining Chairs by Bertoia for Knoll

Set of Four Chrome Dining Chairs by Bertoia for Knoll

By Harry Bertoia, Knoll

Located in New York, NY

Set of matching Bertoia side, or dining, chairs in chrome with original white pad seat covers. This nice set is in very fine, original, clean and ready to use condition, the only cav...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Harry Bertoia Furniture

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Chrome

Pair of Bertoia Chairs in chrome-plated steel by Harry Bertoia for Knoll, 1970s
Pair of Bertoia Chairs in chrome-plated steel by Harry Bertoia for Knoll, 1970s

Pair of Bertoia Chairs in chrome-plated steel by Harry Bertoia for Knoll, 1970s

By Harry Bertoia

Located in Bastia Umbra, IT

Pair of Bertoia Chairs in chrome-plated steel by Harry Bertoia for Knoll, Made in Italy, 1970s.  Pair of Bertoia chairs in chrome-plated steel made in the 1970s by Harry Bertoia for ...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harry Bertoia Furniture

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Steel

Pair of Chrome Bertoia Bar Stools from Knoll
Pair of Chrome Bertoia Bar Stools from Knoll

Pair of Chrome Bertoia Bar Stools from Knoll

By Harry Bertoia

Located in New York, NY

Beautiful iconic Harry Bertoia stools in a high chrome finish from Knoll with airy seats and welded rods. Originally designed in the 1950s with slight changes through the years. This...

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Harry Bertoia Furniture

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Steel, Chrome

Mid-Century Slat Bench by Harry Bertoia for Knoll
Mid-Century Slat Bench by Harry Bertoia for Knoll

Mid-Century Slat Bench by Harry Bertoia for Knoll

By Knoll, Harry Bertoia

Located in BROOKLYN, NY

Wonderful mid-century slat bench or coffee table by Harry Bertoia for Knoll, 1950s. Stained ash. Early original Bowtie Label (Knoll Associates) that predates Knoll International. Has...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harry Bertoia Furniture

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Steel

Midcentury Chrome Bar Stools by Harry Bertoia for Knoll
Midcentury Chrome Bar Stools by Harry Bertoia for Knoll

Midcentury Chrome Bar Stools by Harry Bertoia for Knoll

By Harry Bertoia, Knoll

Located in BROOKLYN, NY

Mid century classic and iconic Bertoia for Knoll stools in a high chrome finish. Architectural design, clean original condition, ready to use. Very solid and sturdy showing no loss t...

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Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Harry Bertoia Furniture

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Steel, Stainless Steel, Chrome

Mid-Century Bertoia Slat Bench by Knoll
Mid-Century Bertoia Slat Bench by Knoll

Mid-Century Bertoia Slat Bench by Knoll

By Harry Bertoia

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This beautiful slat bench by Harry Bertoia for Knoll measures 72 inches wide, and is a wonderful piece from one of their most popular 1950's designers. Please confirm item locat...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harry Bertoia Furniture

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Metal

Mid-Century Space Age Large Diamond Chair by Harry Bertoia, 1950s
Mid-Century Space Age Large Diamond Chair by Harry Bertoia, 1950s

Mid-Century Space Age Large Diamond Chair by Harry Bertoia, 1950s

By Harry Bertoia

Located in Hamburg, DE

Rare Large Diamond Chair in black from Knoll International based on a design by Harry Bertoia from the early 1950s. The design classic among chairs. A sculptural and at the same tim...

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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Harry Bertoia Furniture

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Metal

Pair of Harry Bertoia for Knoll 2016 Chrome Diamond Chairs - Two sets available
Pair of Harry Bertoia for Knoll 2016 Chrome Diamond Chairs - Two sets available

Pair of Harry Bertoia for Knoll 2016 Chrome Diamond Chairs - Two sets available

By Harry Bertoia, Knoll

Located in St. Louis, MO

Pair of classic Bertoia small chrome diamond lounge chairs, originally designed by Harry Bertoia in 1952. These are a more recent production by Knoll, made in the USA, circa 2016. Th...

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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Harry Bertoia Furniture

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Steel, Chrome

Bird Sessel designed by Harry Bertoia für Knoll, 1960er
Bird Sessel designed by Harry Bertoia für Knoll, 1960er

Bird Sessel designed by Harry Bertoia für Knoll, 1960er

By Harry Bertoia

Located in Berlin, Berlin

Original Bird Chair set (423 & 424) with black painted metal frame sculpted from bent metal rods. The full covers in dark purple wool upholstery are stretched over and attached with ...

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1990s American Mid-Century Modern Harry Bertoia Furniture

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Metal

Chairs By Bertoia (Knoll Marketing Brochure/Poster)
Chairs By Bertoia (Knoll Marketing Brochure/Poster)

Chairs By Bertoia (Knoll Marketing Brochure/Poster)

By Harry Bertoia, Knoll, Herbert Matter

Located in New York, NY

Marketing poster/brochure for Harry Bertoia’s line of sculptural steel wire mesh-and-rod chairs for Knoll Associates, published in 1957. Graphic design by Herbert Matter. Folded in e...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harry Bertoia Furniture

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Paper

Midcentury Harry Bertoia Sonambient Sculpture
Midcentury Harry Bertoia Sonambient Sculpture

Midcentury Harry Bertoia Sonambient Sculpture

By Harry Bertoia

Located in BROOKLYN, NY

Midcentury Harry Bertoia Sonambient sculpture featuring seven black monel "cat-tail" tops silvered to beryllium. Copper rods silvered to brass base. In fin...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Harry Bertoia Furniture

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Brass, Copper

Val Bertoia Double Vertical Spray Sculpture, Steel Wires with Brass Base, 2014
Val Bertoia Double Vertical Spray Sculpture, Steel Wires with Brass Base, 2014

Val Bertoia Double Vertical Spray Sculpture, Steel Wires with Brass Base, 2014

By Harry Bertoia, Val Bertoia

Located in New York, NY

Contemporary artist Val Bertoia's Double Vertical Spray Sculpture made in 2014. This Kinetic sculpture was made by cutting one grouping of stainless-steel wires that were made by Har...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Harry Bertoia Furniture

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Brass, Stainless Steel

Pair of Early Harry Bertoia Black Diamond Chairs
Pair of Early Harry Bertoia Black Diamond Chairs

Pair of Early Harry Bertoia Black Diamond Chairs

By Harry Bertoia

Located in New York, NY

These iconic chairs were first designed in the 1950s by Harry Bertoia with a collaboration with Knoll that became one of the most celebrated mid century pieces of furniture. The chai...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Harry Bertoia Furniture

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Metal

Harry Bertoia for Knoll Int. Bird Chair and Ottoman, Circa 1970
Harry Bertoia for Knoll Int. Bird Chair and Ottoman, Circa 1970

Harry Bertoia for Knoll Int. Bird Chair and Ottoman, Circa 1970

By Knoll, Harry Bertoia

Located in San Pedro Garza Garcia, Nuevo Leon

A pair of pieces that have been together since 1971, both of which are well-known by the designer and the design, so I'd better tell you about this one that's gracing our gallery. It...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harry Bertoia Furniture

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Metal

Original 1960s Set of Six Harry Bertoia Side Chairs with Full Seat Covers
Original 1960s Set of Six Harry Bertoia Side Chairs with Full Seat Covers

Original 1960s Set of Six Harry Bertoia Side Chairs with Full Seat Covers

By Harry Bertoia

Located in New York, NY

This gorgeous set was acquired from an original owner who bought the set of six chairs in 1968 from Knoll and I have a copy of the receipts. The chairs are covered in the original re...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Harry Bertoia Furniture

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Metal, Steel

Brutalist Welded Nails Sculpture by Harry Bertoia
Brutalist Welded Nails Sculpture by Harry Bertoia

Brutalist Welded Nails Sculpture by Harry Bertoia

By Harry Bertoia

Located in New York, NY

Abstract Brutalist Nails Sculpture by Harry Bertoia, circa 1950s.

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1950s American Brutalist Vintage Harry Bertoia Furniture

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Metal

Pair of Bertoia child's chairs by Knoll
Pair of Bertoia child's chairs by Knoll

Pair of Bertoia child's chairs by Knoll

By Knoll, Harry Bertoia

Located in Highland, IN

The classic Bertoia wire chair was produced in the standard size for adults, but also in two smaller sizes for children. This pair is the larger of the two kid's sizes. They were often marketed with the Noguchi cyclone side table as a diminutive version of the dinette set to be used as a child's activity table...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harry Bertoia Furniture

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Steel

Harry Bertoia bronze
Harry Bertoia bronze

Harry Bertoia bronze

By Harry Bertoia

Located in Dallas, TX

American Mid-century artist Harry Bertoia would spend his daylight hours working on the monumental public projects for which he is so well known. In the evenings though, after dinner...

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1970s American Vintage Harry Bertoia Furniture

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Bronze

Harry Bertoia Bush Sculpture
Harry Bertoia Bush Sculpture

Harry Bertoia Bush Sculpture

By Harry Bertoia

Located in New York, NY

"Untitled" (Bush) Sculpture by Harry Bertoia, circa 1970's made of welded bronze. Harry Bertoia, was an Italian-born American artist, sound art sculptor, and...

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1970s American Brutalist Vintage Harry Bertoia Furniture

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Bronze

Harry Bertoia Bronze Multi-Plane Cube Sculpture
Harry Bertoia Bronze Multi-Plane Cube Sculpture

Harry Bertoia Bronze Multi-Plane Cube Sculpture

By Harry Bertoia

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A fine example from this series of work. The surface of the brass-coated bronze plates show a stunning Patinated irregular surface in rouge reds, gold and Verdi gris green Possibl...

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1960s American Vintage Harry Bertoia Furniture

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Bronze

Harry Bertoria 1960 square sculpture in gilt bronze and black base
Harry Bertoria 1960 square sculpture in gilt bronze and black base

Harry Bertoria 1960 square sculpture in gilt bronze and black base

By Harry Bertoia

Located in Palermo, Sicily

Bronze sculpture Harry Bertoia 1960.

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1960s American Brutalist Vintage Harry Bertoia Furniture

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Bronze

1970s Harry Bertoia design birch wood Slat Bench wrought iron base by Knoll
1970s Harry Bertoia design birch wood Slat Bench wrought iron base by Knoll

1970s Harry Bertoia design birch wood Slat Bench wrought iron base by Knoll

By Harry Bertoia

Located in London, GB

This is a vintage Harry Bertoia designed Slat Bench in birch wood and wrought iron feet by Knoll , ca. 1970s Stamped.

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harry Bertoia Furniture

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Beech

Authentic 1960s Harry Bertoia for Knoll Bird Chair & Ottoman with Original Cover
Authentic 1960s Harry Bertoia for Knoll Bird Chair & Ottoman with Original Cover

Authentic 1960s Harry Bertoia for Knoll Bird Chair & Ottoman with Original Cover

By Knoll, Harry Bertoia

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Designed by Harry Bertoia in the 1950s, his vision was to create a chair that was sturdy and practical, but also looked light and airy. He famously said "They are mainly made of air,...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harry Bertoia Furniture

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Steel

Set of Vintage 4 Bertoia Chromed Steel Chairs by Knoll
Set of Vintage 4 Bertoia Chromed Steel Chairs by Knoll

Set of Vintage 4 Bertoia Chromed Steel Chairs by Knoll

By Knoll, Harry Bertoia

Located in Chapel Hill, NC

Circa 1960s/70s set of 4 Bertoia chromed steel chairs by Knoll. With original winter seat covers. Designed in 1952 by Harry Bertoia for Knoll. Very good condition commensurate with y...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Harry Bertoia Furniture

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Steel

Harry Bertoia Diamond Chair and Ottoman for Knoll, circa 1950's
Harry Bertoia Diamond Chair and Ottoman for Knoll, circa 1950's

Harry Bertoia Diamond Chair and Ottoman for Knoll, circa 1950's

By Harry Bertoia, Knoll

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

Large diamond chrome chair designed by Harry Bertoia for Knoll in 1952. The chair and ottoman have the original red fabric cover. Harry Bertoia’s wire chairs...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Harry Bertoia Furniture

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Chrome

Slat Bench by Harry Bertoia for Knoll
Slat Bench by Harry Bertoia for Knoll

Slat Bench by Harry Bertoia for Knoll

By Harry Bertoia, Knoll

Located in Chicago, IL

c. 1970s. Wood slat bench with metal legs. Tagged.

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harry Bertoia Furniture

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Metal

Mid Century Harry Bertoia for Knoll Black Wire Side Chair
Mid Century Harry Bertoia for Knoll Black Wire Side Chair

Mid Century Harry Bertoia for Knoll Black Wire Side Chair

By Harry Bertoia

Located in Chula Vista, CA

For your consideration, a Harry Bertoia for Knoll Black Side Chair No label present. Black Metal with original vinyl cushion. Visible use and wear. Dimensions: 30 h x 20.75 w x 22.75...

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Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Harry Bertoia Furniture

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Metal

Harry Bertoia Mid-Century Modern Vintage Four White Dining Chairs, 1950s
Harry Bertoia Mid-Century Modern Vintage Four White Dining Chairs, 1950s

Harry Bertoia Mid-Century Modern Vintage Four White Dining Chairs, 1950s

By Harry Bertoia

Located in Vienna, AT

Bertoia Mid-Century Modern vintage set of 4 dining chair or side chair, which show a white coated metal construction. This iconic design by Harry Bertoia was designed in the 1950s an...

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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Harry Bertoia Furniture

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Metal

Early Bird Chair & Ottoman Bouclé by Harry Bertoia for Knoll, 1970s
Early Bird Chair & Ottoman Bouclé by Harry Bertoia for Knoll, 1970s

Early Bird Chair & Ottoman Bouclé by Harry Bertoia for Knoll, 1970s

By Harry Bertoia, Knoll

Located in Aachen, NW

Early Bouclé wool edition Bird chair & ottoman by Harry Bertoia for Knoll. The groundbreaking Bird chair was designed in the 50s by Harry Bertoia and made by Knoll. This mid-century classic supports countless positions and offers a comforting oasis of calm. This edition is a very nice fully restored Bouclé...

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Mid-20th Century American Harry Bertoia Furniture

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Steel

1 Knoll Bertoia Early Version Diamond Lounge Chair
1 Knoll Bertoia Early Version Diamond Lounge Chair

1 Knoll Bertoia Early Version Diamond Lounge Chair

By Harry Bertoia

Located in Pasadena, TX

Harry Bertoia Italian artist and furniture designer, Harry Bertoia`s career began in the 1930s as a student at the Cranbrook Academy of Art where he re-established the metal-working studio and, taught as head of the department, from 1939 until 1943 until it was closed due to wartime restrictions on materials. Bertoia designed the patented Diamond chair for Knoll in 1952. Knoll Bertoia diamond lounge...

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Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Harry Bertoia Furniture

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Steel

Harry Bertoia for Knoll Large Bench in Teak and Metal, Italy 1960s
Harry Bertoia for Knoll Large Bench in Teak and Metal, Italy 1960s

Harry Bertoia for Knoll Large Bench in Teak and Metal, Italy 1960s

By Harry Bertoia, Knoll

Located in Naples, IT

Iconic and Gorgeous teak wood slatted bench or coffee table and black color metal frame. The bench was designed by Harry Bertoia for Knoll. It shows the patina of time.

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harry Bertoia Furniture

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Metal

Harry Bertoia side chairs by Knoll with original upholstery, mint 1970's
Harry Bertoia side chairs by Knoll with original upholstery, mint 1970's

Harry Bertoia side chairs by Knoll with original upholstery, mint 1970's

By Harry Bertoia

Located in Chicago, IL

Pair of Harry Bertoia side chairs by Knoll International, 1978 Two available, price is per chair. With original blue upholstery. Manufacturer's label dated 1978. New internal foam...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harry Bertoia Furniture

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Chrome

1950s Harry Bertoia for Knoll Associates Slatted Oak Bench w/ Base, Model 400
1950s Harry Bertoia for Knoll Associates Slatted Oak Bench w/ Base, Model 400

1950s Harry Bertoia for Knoll Associates Slatted Oak Bench w/ Base, Model 400

By Harry Bertoia, Knoll

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is an iconic slatted-oak bench, Model 400, designed by Harry Bertoia and produced by Knoll. It is an early piece, and dates to circa 1952. The bench was constructed using solid ...

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1950s American Modern Vintage Harry Bertoia Furniture

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Steel

Mid Century Silver Diamond Wire Lounge Chairs by Harry Bertoia for Knoll
Mid Century Silver Diamond Wire Lounge Chairs by Harry Bertoia for Knoll

Mid Century Silver Diamond Wire Lounge Chairs by Harry Bertoia for Knoll

By Harry Bertoia, Knoll

Located in Detroit, MI

This pair of vintage mid century modern diamond wire lounge chairs designed by Harry Bertoia (American, 1915-1978) for Knoll are circa 1970. Originally designed by Bertoia in 1952, t...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harry Bertoia Furniture

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Steel, Wire

Authentic Bird Lounge Chair w/ Matching Ottoman, Harry Bertoia, Knoll, USA, 1960
Authentic Bird Lounge Chair w/ Matching Ottoman, Harry Bertoia, Knoll, USA, 1960

Authentic Bird Lounge Chair w/ Matching Ottoman, Harry Bertoia, Knoll, USA, 1960

By Harry Bertoia

Located in Deland, FL

Introducing a rare and limited "Bird" chair with matching ottoman designed by the influential Harry Bertoia for Knoll. First designed in the early 1950s for Knoll, the bird chair was...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harry Bertoia Furniture

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Bouclé

Set of 4 White Metal Indoor / Outdoor Chairs by Harry Bertoia for Knoll
Set of 4 White Metal Indoor / Outdoor Chairs by Harry Bertoia for Knoll

Set of 4 White Metal Indoor / Outdoor Chairs by Harry Bertoia for Knoll

By Harry Bertoia, Knoll

Located in Freehold, NJ

This set of four indoor / outdoor chairs by Harry Bertoia for Knoll feature white mesh metal seats and sled legs.

 Additional set of 4 & two additional sets of 6 available separate...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Harry Bertoia Furniture

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Metal

Mid Century Silver Diamond Wire Lounge Chair by Harry Bertoia for Knoll
Mid Century Silver Diamond Wire Lounge Chair by Harry Bertoia for Knoll

Mid Century Silver Diamond Wire Lounge Chair by Harry Bertoia for Knoll

By Harry Bertoia, Knoll

Located in Detroit, MI

This vintage mid century modern diamond wire lounge chair designed by Harry Bertoia (American, 1915-1978) for Knoll is circa 1970. The chair has welded steel rod construction and thi...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harry Bertoia Furniture

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Steel, Wire

1990s Harry Bertoia for Knoll Wire Dining / Side Chair
1990s Harry Bertoia for Knoll Wire Dining / Side Chair

1990s Harry Bertoia for Knoll Wire Dining / Side Chair

By Knoll, Harry Bertoia

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a Wire Dining Side Chair designed by Harry Bertoia for Knoll, originally introduced in 1952. This particular example was produced in the 1990s and features a welded steel wir...

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1990s American Modern Harry Bertoia Furniture

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Steel

Harry Bertoia Steel Wire Sculpture 1975
Harry Bertoia Steel Wire Sculpture 1975

Harry Bertoia Steel Wire Sculpture 1975

By Harry Bertoia

Located in Chicago, IL

Harry Bertoia Steel Wire Sculpture 1975 unique Table Top piece Steel wires intricately welded with stainless steel rod and base. The work has been added to the Harry Bertoia Catalogu...

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1970s Vintage Harry Bertoia Furniture

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Cut Steel, Stainless Steel

Val Bertoia Relaxing Spray Sculpture, 2014
Val Bertoia Relaxing Spray Sculpture, 2014

Val Bertoia Relaxing Spray Sculpture, 2014

By Harry Bertoia, Val Bertoia

Located in New York, NY

Contemporary artist Val Bertoia's Relaxing Spray Sculpture made in 2014. This kinetic sculpture is made of two groupings of stainless-steel wires that were made by Harry Bertoia (cir...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Harry Bertoia Furniture

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Steel

Pair of Bertoia for Knoll Small Diamond Chairs
Pair of Bertoia for Knoll Small Diamond Chairs

Pair of Bertoia for Knoll Small Diamond Chairs

By Harry Bertoia, Knoll

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Bertoia for Knoll Pair of Small Diamond Chairs. New aftermarket seat pads in Blue. Great pop of color! Metal is solid and no breaks in the metal. Shows some wear from chairs bein...

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Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Harry Bertoia Furniture

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Metal

Bertoia for Knoll Stool
Bertoia for Knoll Stool

Bertoia for Knoll Stool

By Harry Bertoia, Knoll

Located in New York, NY

Classic Bertoia design counter stool manufactured by Knoll International, circa 1950s-1960s. This example is in very good original condition, showing only light cosmetic wear, normal...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Harry Bertoia Furniture

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Wrought Iron

1960s Harry Bertoia for Knoll Diamond Lounge Chair with Seat Pad
1960s Harry Bertoia for Knoll Diamond Lounge Chair with Seat Pad

1960s Harry Bertoia for Knoll Diamond Lounge Chair with Seat Pad

By Harry Bertoia

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a Bertoia Diamond Lounge Chair, originally designed in 1952 by Harry Bertoia for Knoll International. This particular example dates to the 1960s. The design consists of a bla...

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1960s American Modern Vintage Harry Bertoia Furniture

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Steel

Sculpture Willow by Harry Bertoia
Sculpture Willow by Harry Bertoia

Sculpture Willow by Harry Bertoia

By Harry Bertoia

Located in LAMBLORE, FR

This sculptural work by Harry Bertoia exemplifies his exploration of movement, light, and materiality. Composed of fine vertical steel rods arranged in a dense, curtain-like formatio...

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1960s Vintage Harry Bertoia Furniture

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Steel

Custom Harry Bertoia Dandelion Needles Sculpture
Custom Harry Bertoia Dandelion Needles Sculpture

Custom Harry Bertoia Dandelion Needles Sculpture

By Harry Bertoia

Located in New York, NY

One of a kind abstract sculpture composed of metal needles from Harry Bertoia's iconic Dandelion Sculpture, circa 1960s. Minimalist walnut base added later.

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Harry Bertoia Furniture

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Metal

Set of 6 Bertoia Wire Side Chair with Upholstered Shell for Knoll
Set of 6 Bertoia Wire Side Chair with Upholstered Shell for Knoll

Set of 6 Bertoia Wire Side Chair with Upholstered Shell for Knoll

By Harry Bertoia

Located in Oceanside, US

Set of 6 Harry Bertoia Side Chairs for Knoll, USA, Late 1960s–1970s A set of six iconic Side Chairs designed by Harry Bertoia in 1952 and produced by Knoll International in the Unit...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harry Bertoia Furniture

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Wire

Harry Bertoia Hanging Willow Chandelier, 1968
Harry Bertoia Hanging Willow Chandelier, 1968

Harry Bertoia Hanging Willow Chandelier, 1968

By Harry Bertoia

Located in Chicago, IL

Harry Bertoia Hanging Willow chandelier, 1968. Abundant stainless steel strands reminiscent to a willow tree surround a cylindrical housing with uplighting functions creating a dramatic defusing effect spreading light...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harry Bertoia Furniture

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Stainless Steel

Harry Bertoia Double Spray Sculpture with COA from Foundation
Harry Bertoia Double Spray Sculpture with COA from Foundation

Harry Bertoia Double Spray Sculpture with COA from Foundation

By Harry Bertoia

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Harry Bertoia created numerous bundled wire sculptures from the late 1950s until the mid-1970s. This example is a large and interesting table-top variation. Sculpture comes with au...

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1960s American Vintage Harry Bertoia Furniture

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Stainless Steel

Unique Welded Bronze Sculpture Rare Figurative Form Harry Bertoia
Unique Welded Bronze Sculpture Rare Figurative Form Harry Bertoia

Unique Welded Bronze Sculpture Rare Figurative Form Harry Bertoia

By Harry Bertoia

Located in Atlanta, GA

A unique bronze sculpture circa 1960s by Harry Bertoia (1915-1978), the celebrated Italian-born American artist, sculptor, and designer. The welded and patinated bronze sculpture is ...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harry Bertoia Furniture

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Bronze

Large Diamond Chair by Harry Bertoia for Knoll, 1970s
Large Diamond Chair by Harry Bertoia for Knoll, 1970s

Large Diamond Chair by Harry Bertoia for Knoll, 1970s

By Harry Bertoia, Knoll

Located in bruxelles, BE

Armchair in metal and blue fabric by Harry Bertoia. Large Diamond model. Seat height: 39 cm. Wear due to time and age. For shipping, request us for receive the best price.

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1970s Central American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harry Bertoia Furniture

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Metal

Set of 2 Chairs by Harry Bertoia for Knoll Ready for Upholstery, USA, c. 1960s
Set of 2 Chairs by Harry Bertoia for Knoll Ready for Upholstery, USA, c. 1960s

Set of 2 Chairs by Harry Bertoia for Knoll Ready for Upholstery, USA, c. 1960s

By Harry Bertoia

Located in Deland, FL

Introducing a rare and limited set of two "Diamond" chairs designed by the influential Harry Bertoia for Knoll. First designed in 1952 for Knoll, the diamond chair was by far Bertoia's most famous and recognized design and formed part of his 5-piece wire-made body of work for Knoll called the "Bertoia Collection". The Diamond chair is characterized by a fluid, sculptural form made from a welded lattice work of steel. In Bertoia's own words, "If you look at these chairs, they are mainly made of air, like (a) sculpture. Space passes right through them." The chairs were produced with varying degrees of upholstery over their light grid-work, and they were handmade at first because a suitable mass production process could not be found and that's exactly how the upholstery can be re-done for these chairs - by hand. Featuring new automotive-grade, single-stage polyurethane paint, this expansive set is ready for re-upholstery a fabric of your choosing. Harry Bertoia was an Italian-born welder, sculpture and designer who after moving to the US in 1930, began studying design at Cranbrook Academy of Art where he met and befriended the likes of Ray Eames and Florence Knoll. In 1950 he began working for Knoll creating, among others, the now iconic "Diamond Chair" and the "Bird Chair". His work has been internationally recognized for it's forward-thinking approach and it's literal bending of both metal and rules set for Modern design and his work is on permanent display across the globe in such museums as France's Musée National d'Art Moderne. Knoll, now MillerKnoll, Inc., is an American company founded in 1938 that manufactures office systems, seating, storage systems, tables, desks, textiles, and accessories for the home, office, and higher education. The company is the licensed manufacturer of furniture designed by architects and designers such as Harry Bertoia, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Florence Knoll, Frank Gehry, Charles Gwathmey, Maya Lin, Marcel Breuer, Eero Saarinen, and Lella and Massimo Vignelli. Over 40 Knoll designs, including the "Diamond Chair", can be found in the permanent design collection of the Museum of Modern Art in New York City. With their iconic warped-screen frames and famous comfort this set of "Diamond Chairs" is ideal for collectors and designers alike searching for a set of authentic, vintage Bertoia...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harry Bertoia Furniture

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Metal

Harry Bertoia Gilt Bronze, Brass and Steel Dandelion Sculpture
Harry Bertoia Gilt Bronze, Brass and Steel Dandelion Sculpture

Harry Bertoia Gilt Bronze, Brass and Steel Dandelion Sculpture

By Harry Bertoia

Located in New York, NY

Bertoia's Dandelion form is widely regarded to be the apex of his career. An overwhelming physical presence is balanced by its truly delicate nature. A gilt bronze central sphere is ...

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Mid-20th Century American Brutalist Harry Bertoia Furniture

Materials

Granite, Brass, Bronze

Harry Bertoia for Knoll Associates Brown Leather and Chrome Bench
Harry Bertoia for Knoll Associates Brown Leather and Chrome Bench

Harry Bertoia for Knoll Associates Brown Leather and Chrome Bench

By Knoll, Harry Bertoia

Located in Queens, NY

American Mid-Century rectangular bench with a two section chocolate brown leather upholstered seat resting on a square chrome tube frame. (HARRY BERTOIA FOR KNOLL ASSOCIATES).  

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Harry Bertoia Furniture

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Original 1953 Harry Bertoia Diamond Chair for H. G. Knoll Products
Original 1953 Harry Bertoia Diamond Chair for H. G. Knoll Products

Original 1953 Harry Bertoia Diamond Chair for H. G. Knoll Products

By Harry Bertoia

Located in Las Vegas, NV

Rare early production of the diamond chair by Harry Bertoia. Completely original upholstery and black finish. Tagged "H.G. Knoll Products" A museum piece for the midcentury collec...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Harry Bertoia Furniture

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Metal

2000s Pair of Harry Bertoia Diamond Child Size Lounge Chairs w/ Seat Pads
2000s Pair of Harry Bertoia Diamond Child Size Lounge Chairs w/ Seat Pads

2000s Pair of Harry Bertoia Diamond Child Size Lounge Chairs w/ Seat Pads

By Knoll, Harry Bertoia

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a pair of original Diamond Lounge Chairs in the children’s size, Model 421LS, initially designed by Harry Bertoia for Knoll in 1952. The listed price includes the pair. The...

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Early 2000s American Modern Harry Bertoia Furniture

Materials

Steel

Harry Bertoia Monotype on rice paper "1880", Signed
Harry Bertoia Monotype on rice paper "1880", Signed

Harry Bertoia Monotype on rice paper "1880", Signed

By Harry Bertoia

Located in Lynn, MA

Harry Bertoia monoprint on rice paper titled "1880" on the lower right and initialed lower left corner. Float mounted and framed in oil walnut under acrylic. A great one of a kind pr...

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20th Century American Other Harry Bertoia Furniture

Materials

Walnut

2000s Harry Bertoia for Knoll Dining Chair in Chrome 10x Available
2000s Harry Bertoia for Knoll Dining Chair in Chrome 10x Available

2000s Harry Bertoia for Knoll Dining Chair in Chrome 10x Available

By Harry Bertoia

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a Bertoia Side Chair, originally designed in 1952 by Harry Bertoia for Knoll International. These particular examples date to the 2000s. Their design consists of a welded, ch...

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Early 2000s American Modern Harry Bertoia Furniture

Materials

Steel

Harry Bertoia furniture for sale on 1stDibs.

Harry Bertoia 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 Harry Bertoia furniture, although gray editions of this piece are particularly popular. We have 188 vintage editions of these items in-stock, while there is 2 modern edition to choose from as well. Many of the original furniture by Harry Bertoia 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 Charles Eames, Michael Taylor, and Warren Platner. Prices for Harry Bertoia furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $325 and can go as high as $450,000, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $2,930.
Questions About Harry Bertoia Furniture
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Italian-American designer Harry Bertoia made the Diamond chair in 1952, and his design went into production in 1983. The original chair featured a woven steel wire back with angled wings resting on angled wire legs. Find a collection of Harry Bertoia Diamond chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Whether or not a Harry Bertoia chair is comfortable really comes down to a matter of personal preference, but there are a lot of positive reviews pertaining to how comfortable the Italian-born American designer’s seating is. Among furniture aficionados he is known for the wire-lattice Diamond chair (and its variants such as the tall-backed Bird chair) designed for Knoll Inc. and first released in 1952. Shop a selection of Bertoia chairs from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.

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