Very Comfortable Office Chair by Charles Pollock for Comforto, 1960s
About the Item
- Creator:Charles Pollock (Designer),Comforto (Maker)
- Dimensions:Height: 37.41 in (95 cm)Width: 27.56 in (70 cm)Depth: 25.2 in (64 cm)Seat Height: 18.12 in (46 cm)
- Style:Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:1960s
- Condition:
- Seller Location:Nürnberg, DE
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU4443223360982
Charles Pollock
Charles Pollock was a renowned but reclusive furniture designer. He rarely spoke to the media and instead preferred to let his iconic designs speak for themselves. Pollock’s name is ubiquitous with mid-century modern office furniture — while vintage furniture obsessives know the office chairs he made for Knoll, he designed armchairs and lounge chairs for domestic interiors as well.
Pollock was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, in 1930. When his family moved to Michigan, he attended Detroit's Cass Technical High School, whose alumni includes artist-designer Harry Bertoia. For his extraordinary work at Cass, Pollock earned a full scholarship to Pratt Institute in New York City.
Industrial designer Lucia DeRespinis had been a classmate of Pollock’s at Pratt and got a job in architect George Nelson’s studio after graduation. Nelson, the design director at legendary mid-century furniture manufacturer Herman Miller, was always looking for new design talent. DeRespinis was struck by Pollock’s sculptures at Pratt and recommended Nelson hire him. Pollock, who had been working for Donald Deskey’s firm, took a job with Nelson and helped create the Swag Leg armchair (a full Swag Leg collection debuted at Herman Miller in the late 1950s). Soon afteward, Pollock opened his own studio and shared his portfolio with pioneering designer Florence Knoll at the modernist behemoth she cofounded with her husband Hans.
Pollock’s 657 Sling chair for Knoll debuted in 1960 and earned him a substantial contract with the brand. This paved the way for his most famous design: the Executive chair. Introduced in 1963, the Executive chair became one of the best-selling and most recognizable office chairs in history. Pollock devoted five years to perfecting the seat, and his patented rim technology allowed for simple assembly, which contributed to its success and popularity.
Pollock later returned to sculpting and explored other pursuits but never stopped designing furniture. In 1982, he created the Penelope chair for the Italian furniture maker Castelli. At 82 years of age, Pollock was commissioned by American manufacturer Bernhardt Design to create the CP Lounge chair, which was launched at the London Design Festival 2012. Pollock died a short while later, in 2013, but his seating is still produced by Bernhardt Design today.
Pollock received much acclaim throughout his career. He earned several awards, including the prestigious Red Dot Design Award and Pratt Institute's Rowena Reed Kostellow Award for outstanding work in industrial design. His Executive chair has been exhibited at museums around the world, including the Louvre Museum and the Metropolitan Museum of Art.
On 1stDibs, find vintage Charles Pollock seating and other furniture today.
- ShippingRetrieving quote...Ships From: Nürnberg, Germany
- Return PolicyA return for this item may be initiated within 14 days of delivery.
- Very Rare Plexiglass Desk Chair, 1990s, ItalyLocated in Nürnberg, BayernHeight adjustable from 44-51cm. Seat width 40cm, cross foot width 64cm. Seat depth 44cm.Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
MaterialsPlastic, Plexiglass
- Very Luxurious Mirrored Wall Console by Schöninger, Germany, 1960sLocated in Nürnberg, BayernVery luxurious mirrored wall console by Schöninger, Germany 1960s. Very good condition with little sind of usage. Wall mounted.Category
Vintage 1960s Hollywood Regency Vanities
MaterialsMirror, Wood
- Very Rare and Lovely Space Age Table Lamp, 1960sLocated in Nürnberg, BayernHeight adjustable. The lamp comes with E27 Edison screw fit bulb holder. They are with original wiring, in working condition.Category
Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
MaterialsMetal, Brass
- Very Rare Milk Glass Cascading Lamp from Italy, 1960sLocated in Nürnberg, BayernThis ceiling lamp features a small frame with 4 cascading milk glass elements with E27 bulb sockets. Fully functional. Four E14 sockets. Works with 220V and 110V. Wiring is ...Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
MaterialsGlass, Milk Glass
- Very Large Ice Glass Flushmount from Doria, Germany, 1960sBy Doria Leuchten GermanyLocated in Nürnberg, BayernLarge ceiling lamp from Doria Leuchten. Total of 132 glass tubes and 8 square glass pieces. Requires 16 E27 bulbs.Category
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
MaterialsBrass
- Very Large Italian Wall Mirrors, 1960s, Set of 3Located in Nürnberg, BayernYou offer here three equally large, beautiful and elegant mirrors in a dreamlike shape and height of 198cm. The mirrors are ground, all around.Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Wall Mirrors
MaterialsMirror, Wood
- Italian Executive Swivel Arm Chair by Charles Pollock for Comforto Orange FabricBy Charles Pollock, ComfortoLocated in Markington, GBItalian executive armchair by Charles Pollock for Comforto, stunning orange fabric swivel desk chair, This plastic / metal framed chair is in very good vintage condition, A classic c...Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
MaterialsMetal
- Pair of Vintage Mid-century Fabric Desk Chairs by Charles Pollock for ComfortoBy Charles Pollock, ComfortoLocated in Warszawa, MazowieckieThis pair of office armchairs was designed by Charles Pollock for the German manufacturer Comforto during the 70s. The seats are made of durable brown plastic and high-quality olive-...Category
Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
MaterialsFabric, Plastic
- Executive office chair by Charles Pollock, Knoll, 1960sBy Charles PollockLocated in Argelato, BOCharles Pollock, executive chairs for Knoll, 1963 It is one of the most iconic and representative office armchairs, created by the American artist and designer Charles Pollock. Here...Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
MaterialsAluminum
- Adjustable Desk Office Chair by Charles PollockBy Charles PollockLocated in Brussels , BEAdjustable height that goes from 50cm to 91cm.Category
20th Century American Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
MaterialsFabric, Plastic
- Knoll Office Desk Chair designed by Charles PollockBy Charles Pollock, KnollLocated in Brooklyn, NYClassic Charles Pollock office desk chair manufactured by Knoll. Iconic lines and features but executed in a cool grey textile that is less common than black or brown. Featuring tilt...Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
MaterialsMetal
- Executive Chair by Charles Pollock for KnollBy Knoll, Charles PollockLocated in BROOKLYN, NYCharles Pollock for Knoll office desk chair featuring brown leather upholstery. When you think of the perfect Pollock chair this one probably comes to mind. This executive office cha...Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
MaterialsMetal
