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Bauhaus Chairs

BAUHAUS STYLE

The Bauhaus was a progressive German art and design school founded by the architect Walter Gropius that operated from 1919 to 1933. Authentic Bauhaus furnituresofas, dining chairs, tables and more — and the school’s followers married industrial and natural materials in simple, geometric forms. The goal of the Bauhaus was to erase the distinction between art and craft while embracing the use of new technologies and materials.

ORIGINS OF BAUHAUS FURNITURE DESIGN

CHARACTERISTICS OF BAUHAUS FURNITURE DESIGN

  • Emphasis on craft
  • Simplicity, order, clarity and a prioritization of functionalism
  • Incorporation of geometric shapes
  • Minimalist and refined, little to no ornamentation
  • Use of industrial materials such as tubular chrome, steel and plastic as well as leather, cane and molded plywood in furniture and other products

BAUHAUS FURNITURE DESIGNERS YOU SHOULD KNOW

AUTHENTIC BAUHAUS FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS

The name Bauhaus is derived from the German verb bauen, “to build.” Under the school’s innovative curriculum, students were taught the fine arts, such as painting and sculpture, as well as practical skills like carpentry and metalworking. 

The school moved from Weimar in 1925 to the city of Dessau, where it enjoyed its heyday under Gropius, then Hannes Meyer and Ludwig Mies van der Rohe. The period from 1932 to 1933 when it operated in Berlin under Mies was its final chapter. Despite its brief existence, the Bauhaus has had an enduring impact on art and design in the United States and elsewhere, and is regarded by many as the 20th century’s chief crucible of modernism

The faculty roster at the Bauhaus reads like a who’s who of modernist creative genius — it included such artists as Paul Klee, Wassily Kandinsky and László Moholy-Nagy along with architects and designers like Mies and Marcel Breuer, who became known for his muscular brutalist-style concrete buildings in the postwar years. In 1925, while he was head of the Bauhaus carpentry workshop, Breuer gave form to his signature innovation: the use of lightweight tubular-steel frames for chairs, side tables and sofas — a technique soon adopted by Mies and others. Breuer’s Cesca chair was the first-ever tubular steel frame chair with a caned seat to be mass produced, while the inspiration for his legendary Wassily chair, a timeless design and part of the collection crafted to furnish the Dessau school, was the bike he rode around campus.

Bauhaus design style reflects the tenets by which these creators worked: simplicity, clarity and function. They disdained superfluous ornament in favor of precise construction. Seating pieces such as side chairs, armchairs or club chairs for example, were made with tubular metal or molded plywood frames, and upholstery was made from leather or cane. Above all, designs in the Bauhaus style offer aesthetic flexibility. They can be the elements of a wholly spare, minimalist space, the quiet foundation of an environment in which color and pattern come from one’s own collection of art and artifacts.

Today, from textiles to typefaces, architecture, furniture and decorative objects for the home, Bauhaus creations continue to have an outsize influence on modern design.

Find a collection of authentic Bauhaus furniture on 1stDibs.

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Style: Bauhaus
Mies van der Rohe, MR10 chair, Thonet, 1970s
Located in Uppsala, SE
Ludwig Mies van der Rohe's very legendary chair, model MR10 (today renamed S 533), designed in 1927, a few years before he was nominated as the director of the world famous Bauhaus s...
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1930s Austrian Vintage Bauhaus Chairs

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Steel

Bauhaus Spoleto Chair Designed by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe for Knoll, Italy 70s
Located in Lucija, SI
This iconic Chair, model Spoleto, was designed by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and produced by Knoll Italy in '70s. Chair is in perfect vintage condition. It is made of very thick genui...
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1920s Italian Vintage Bauhaus Chairs

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Steel

Mart Stam Canrilever Chairs Italy 1980s
Located in Čelinac, BA
Mart Stam Chair Italy 1980s
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1980s Italian Vintage Bauhaus Chairs

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Chrome

Bauhaus Cantilever Chair By Drabert Circa 1930s
Located in Gloucester, GB
Bauhaus Cantilever Chair By Drabert Circa 1930s - Tubular steel cantilever design - Shaped black ply seat and backrest - Beech armrests - Produced by Drabert, Minden - German ~ 1930...
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1930s German Vintage Bauhaus Chairs

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Steel

Cesca Cantilevered Chrome and Cane Chair After Marcel Breuer, Italy 1970s
Located in Miami, FL
Mid-Century cantilevered Cesca chair with chrome frame and cane webbed wood seat. This chair was made sometime during the 1970s in Italy and was after the original Marcel Breuer des...
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Late 20th Century Italian Bauhaus Chairs

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Chrome

Marcel Breuer B34 Tubular Armchair 1930s
Located in Čelinac, BA
Marcel Breuer B34 Armchair 1930s
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1930s Austrian Vintage Bauhaus Chairs

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Chrome

Set of Two Bauhaus Cantilever Chrome Woven Rattan Side Chairs 1960s Italy
Located in Antwerp, BE
This pair of chairs was made in the 60s. It consist of a tubular chrome structure with cantilever base.The seat and the back are in woven rattan. A pretty classic reminiscent of the Cesca B32 model by Hungarian designer...
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1960s Italian Vintage Bauhaus Chairs

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Chrome

Museum Quality Ludwig Mies van der Rohe Barcelona Chairs with Table
Located in Dallas, TX
Early production, museum quality - collector grade, Barcelona chairs with Barcelona table by the German Company, Waldemar Stiegler, which produced th...
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1950s German Vintage Bauhaus Chairs

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Steel

1980’s Bauhaus Pair Chromcraft Armchairs Style Cesca Chairs by Marcel Breuer
Located in Topeka, KS
Wonderful vintage Bauhaus pair of Chromcraft armchairs in the style of Cesca Chairs by Marcel Breuer comprised of chrome tube cantilever bases, natural cane backs, wood armrests, and...
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20th Century American Bauhaus Chairs

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Chrome

6 Bauhaus Cantilever Armchairs Made in Italy Style Marcel Breuer Cesca Chair
Located in Topeka, KS
Marvelous vintage Bauhaus style armchairs in the style of Marcel Bruer Cesca Chair comprised of chrome tube cantilever bases, new beech wood arm rests, & top-stitch milk chocolate br...
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20th Century Italian Bauhaus Chairs

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Chrome

Set of 6 B32 'Cesca' Chairs by Marcel Breuer for Gavina, Italy
Located in Argelato, BO
Set of 6 beautiful B32 chairs designed by the famous architect and designer Marcel Breuer. These are the original chairs, made by Gavina in the 80s and reupholstered in a beautiful...
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1980s Italian Vintage Bauhaus Chairs

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Metal

1970s Marcel Breuer B33 for Knoll Bauhaus Design Chairs, Set of 4
Located in Brescia, IT
Marcel Breuer B33 chairs, pair Knoll International Italy / USA, c. 1970 Chrome-plated steel Fabric Seat Ufficio Tecnico 1971 Ufficio Tecnico, Knoll International's in-house team of engineers and designers, introduced the award-winning Spoleto chair...
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1970s Italian Vintage Bauhaus Chairs

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Metal

Pair of vintage Italian chairs in the Bauhaus Knoll style
Located in Milano, IT
Pair of 1970s Italian Leather Chairs in the Bauhaus Knoll Style - Tubular Frame and Leather Back A Bold Tribute to Bauhaus Modernism with Italian Flair This striking pair of Italian ...
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1970s Italian Vintage Bauhaus Chairs

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Steel

Pair of Vintage Thonet '209' Chairs Beech and Cane
Located in London, GB
Pair of classic model '209' beech bentwood arm chairs designed by Thonet. These chairs date from the latter part of the 20th century are in great condition with only minor wear and r...
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Late 20th Century European Bauhaus Chairs

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Cane, Beech

100% Rubber, NON Chair by Poul Christiansen Boris Berlin Sweden
Located in Las Vegas, NV
"NON" chair 2000 designed by Boris Berlin and Poul Christiansen, Sweden. The rubber chair is an archetype for a chair, not a designed chair, just a chair. NON is to be used anywhere you choose to use it. Steel frame encased in 100% PUR rubber. Signed "Non Designed by Komplot 2000 Boris Berlin & Poul Christiansen for Källemo AB Sweden Special Thanks To Sven Lundh & Peter J. Lassen to Weather Forecast...
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21st Century and Contemporary Bauhaus Chairs

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Steel

Dining Chairs Style B32 by Marcel Breuer, Set of 4
Located in Argelato, BO
Set of 4 dining chairs Style B32 by Marcel Breuer, in metal, wood and rattan.
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1980s Italian Vintage Bauhaus Chairs

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Metal

Pr. Brno Chairs by Knoll Designed by Mies van der Rohde c.
Located in New York, NY
Iconic Modernist Brno chairs designed by Ludwig Mies van der Rohde, made by Knoll, circa. High quality examples of these classic Bauhaus masterpieces. The chairs are in good, origin...
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Mid-20th Century American Bauhaus Chairs

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Chrome

1 Curule Chair in the Style of Pierre Paulin
Located in Pasadena, TX
1 Ligne Roset Curule chair in the Style of Pierre Paulin. This re-edition of Pierre Paulin's early 1980s design in solid beech with a s...
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1980s French Vintage Bauhaus Chairs

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Beech

Early set Ludwig Mies van der Rohe MR10 cantilever chairs
Located in Den Haag, NL
Two iconic MR10 cantilever chairs . Design by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe Chrome tube frame ,comes with Black Leather upholstery . This set of chairs is an early 1960s example of his ...
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1960s German Vintage Bauhaus Chairs

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Chrome

Bauhaus Style Tubular Metal and Eco-Leather Collectible Chair, 1970s
Located in taranto, IT
Designer collection chair, clearly inspired by Bauhaus, made of chromed metal tubing, single sheet upholstery in black eco-leather It measures 90 cm in height, 56 cm...
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1970s Italian Vintage Bauhaus Chairs

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Metal

Rattan MR Chair by Mies Van Der Rohe, Rare Elegant Tecta Variant
Located in Grand Cayman, KY
Iconic Mid-Century Modern cantilever MR Chair by Mies Van Der Rohe in chromed bent tube steel and stunning original rattan weave. This beautiful example...
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Mid-20th Century German Bauhaus Chairs

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Metal, Steel, Chrome

Mart Stam Bauhaus English Red Leather MG5 Dining Chair for Matteo Grassi, 1976
Located in Vicenza, IT
Set of Six MG5 Dining Chairs Designed by Mart Stam for Matteo Grassi, 1970s. This set of six MG5 dining chairs features: - Tubular dark gr...
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1970s Italian Vintage Bauhaus Chairs

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Steel

'Avant Garde' Chair, Bauhaus Style 'One Arm', Color of Your Choice
Located in Paris, IDF
Geometric and Minimalist chair by Russian designer Dmitry Samygin. Inspired by Gerrit Rietveld and Bauhaus style. Editions Savannah Bay Gallery Plywood Measures: 88.5 x 45 x 45 cm ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Bauhaus Chairs

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Plywood

Bauhaus Design Chrome Tubular Steel and Brown Faux Leather Dining Chairs, 1980s
Located in Zagreb, HR
Italian modernist, Bauhaus design tubular chrome and brown faux leather stackable dining or living room chairs. Italian design of the 1980s. Price is per piece. In excellent condit...
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1980s Italian Vintage Bauhaus Chairs

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Metal, Chrome

Original Bauhaus Chair, by J. Halabala, UP Zavody, Beech, Chrome, Czech, 1930s
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
This elegant Bauhaus armchair comes from Czechoslovakia from the first half of the 20th century. It is the work of Jindřich Halabala and was produced in UP Zavody as model H-91. The ...
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1930s Czech Vintage Bauhaus Chairs

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Steel, Chrome, Iron

Fasem Vintage Italy black Leather Dining Chairs Armchairs Cantilever
Located in Munich, Bavaria
These Cantilever vintage chairs are Italian classics and produced by Fasem. In the manner of Marcel Breuer this chairs are strongly inspired by the Bauhaus Movement. It can be used i...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Bauhaus Chairs

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Steel, Chrome

L. Mies Van Der Rohe — set of 4 "MR10" Chairs
Located in Paris, FR
Set of four armchairs, model "MR10" 1980s reissue, equipped with leather instead of the textile used in the original 1930s edition. The reissued chairs are functional and can be use...
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20th Century German Bauhaus Chairs

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Chrome

Bauhaus Design Chrome Tubular Steel and Brown Faux Leather Dining Chairs, 1980s
Located in Zagreb, HR
Italian modernist, Bauhaus design tubular chrome and brown faux leather stackable dining or living room chairs. Italian design of the 1980s. Price is per piece. 25 pieces available....
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1980s Italian Vintage Bauhaus Chairs

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Metal, Chrome

Fasem Vintage Italy brown Leather Dining Chairs Armchairs Cantilever Set of 2
Located in Munich, Bavaria
These Cantilever vintage chairs are Italian classics and produced by Fasem. In the manner of Marcel Breuer this chairs are strongly inspired by the Bauhaus Movement. It can be used...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Bauhaus Chairs

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Steel, Chrome

Thonet Bentwood Bistro Chair, Czechoslovakia 1940s
Located in Zohor, SK
Beautiful vintage chair designed by Thonet. Bentwood details and construction makes this piece a timeless item. Plywood seat and backrest. Strong oak wood. The chair was partially re...
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1940s Czech Vintage Bauhaus Chairs

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Oak, Bentwood, Plywood

Bauhaus MR 10 Side Chairs by Mies Van Der Rohe for Stendig, 1970s
Located in Detroit, MI
This set of vintage Mies van der Rohe MR 10 cantilevered cane side chairs produced by Stendig are circa 1970. The MR chair was designed by modernist ar...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Bauhaus Chairs

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Steel, Chrome

A pair 1930's Thonet Crocodile folding chairs Bauhaus era
Located in Leicester, GB
A pair of Bauhaus bentwood crocodile chairs by Thonet. Beech and plywood folding café chairs from the 1930s with crocodile skin embossed seat and b...
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1930s Polish Vintage Bauhaus Chairs

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Beech

'Avant Garde' Chair, Bauhaus Style 'One Arm' Color of Your Choice
Located in Paris, IDF
Geometric and Minimalist chair by Russian designer Dmitry Samygin. Inspired by Gerrit Rietveld and Bauhaus style. Editions Savannah Bay Gallery Plywood Measures: 88.5 x 45 x 45 cm ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Bauhaus Chairs

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Plywood

Four 30s cantilever Bauhaus tubular steel chairs by Mart Stam for Robert Slezak
Located in München, DE
Four 1930s cantilever tubular steel Bauhaus chairs. Design by the well-known Dutch architect Mart Stam. Manufacturer is furniture factory Robert Slezak. Made in Czech. Seat and backr...
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1930s Czech Vintage Bauhaus Chairs

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Metal, Chrome

Vintage Barcelona Chair & Ottoman by Mies van der Rohe Knoll 1960s, Set of 3
Located in Aachen, NW
This rare set of Barcelona chairs with an ottoman was designed by Mies van der Rohe in 1929 and produced by Knoll in the 1960s. The pieces features an amazing hand dyed cognac leat...
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1960s German Vintage Bauhaus Chairs

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Stainless Steel

Thonet S 39 L Cognac Vegetal Leather Bar Stool Chair Mart Stam Set of 3
Located in Munich, Bavaria
These rare Cantilever vintage Bar Stools chairs are Bauhaus classics and were designed 1926 by Mart Stam and produced by Thonet with the Model name S39 L. They were produced in the 7...
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Mid-20th Century German Bauhaus Chairs

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Steel, Chrome

Set of Six Restored Bauhaus Cesca Chairs, by M. Breuer, Chrome, Italy, 1980s
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
This iconic Cesca chair, an original design masterpiece by Marcel Breuer in the Bauhaus style, represents the pinnacle of "Made in Italy" quality. This authentic chair by the famous ...
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1980s Italian Vintage Bauhaus Chairs

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Steel, Chrome

Vintage German Bauhaus Icon Black Leather & Chrome S33 Chair by Mart Stam, 1960s
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
This S33 chair by Mart Stam is a design icon from 1926. It was produced by the German Thonet manufactory. Our piece comes from the 1960s. It is the first can...
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1960s German Vintage Bauhaus Chairs

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Chrome

Elegant Bauhaus-Style Armchairs, 1960s
Located in Hilversum, NL
These wavy, elegant armchairs are crafted with a bent beech wooden frame and rush seating. The gentle curves of the frame, echoed in the armrests, lend a sculptural quality to the se...
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1970s Dutch Vintage Bauhaus Chairs

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Reed, Wood, Wicker

Chair designed by Marta Stama, Poland, 1930s
Located in Chorzów, PL
Chair designed by Marta Stama, Poland, 1930s The chair was designed by Marta Stam, a Dutch architect and Bauhaus lecturer, and was made at the East Steel Furniture Factory in Zajiel...
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1930s Polish Vintage Bauhaus Chairs

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Aluminum

Joseph Frank Classic 'Prague' Bentwood Chair
Located in Sharon, CT
Nice early example of this famous and perhaps best modern version of the bentwood and woven canning techniques.
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1920s Austrian Vintage Bauhaus Chairs

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Wood

An Early MODERNIST BAUHAUS CHAIR by MART STAM for MAUSER WERKE, Germany 1930
Located in PARIS, FR
An iconic early modernist minimal chair from the Bauhaus : tubular metal structure, black and kaki lacquered plywood seat and back, "Cantilever" model created by Mart Stam, produced ...
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1930s German Vintage Bauhaus Chairs

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Metal

Bauhaus chair no.811 by Josef Hoffmann
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Bauhaus chair no.811 by Josef Hoffmann for Thonet in very nice original condition with signs of use.
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1930s Czech Vintage Bauhaus Chairs

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Rattan, Beech, Bentwood

Set of Bauhaus Armchairs, Mart Stam, Beech Plywood, Restored, Germany, 1930s
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
Set of Two Restored Bauhaus Armchairs Designed by Mart Stam. Style: Bauhaus Designer: Mart Stam Period: 1930-1939 Source: Germany Seat height: 45 cm / 17.72″ Material: Beech Plywoo...
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Early 20th Century German Bauhaus Chairs

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Chrome

Set of 6 Cantilevered Chairs Thonet Bauhaus Model ST14 Hans Luckhardt
Located in Halle, DE
This hard to find set of 6 chairs, model ST 14, represents the modernist idea of the Bauhaus in an more elegant way. Designed in 1931 for DESTA Berlin, later Thonet, Hans Luckhardt c...
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1930s German Vintage Bauhaus Chairs

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Steel, Chrome

Bauhaus Tubular Steel Chrome Desk Chair 1930s / Czechoslovakia
Located in Praha, CZ
- 1930s - Original condition - wooden parts restored, chrome with patina - new upholstery jt.
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1930s Czech Vintage Bauhaus Chairs

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Chrome

Set of Czech Beech Bauhaus Armchairs, Vichr a Spol., Four Pieces, Chrome, 1930s
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
Arm-chairs - 4 pcs Style: Bauhaus. Period: 1930-1939. Material: Beech and chrome Source: Czechia.      
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1930s Czech Vintage Bauhaus Chairs

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Chrome

Willem Hendrik Gispen Diagonal Armchairs for Gispen – The Netherlands
Located in Almelo, NL
Willem Hendrik Gispen Diagonal Armchairs for Gispen – The Netherlands, Design 1927, Production 1970s A pair of rare Diagonal Armchairs designed by Willem Hendrik Gispen, one of the ...
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1970s Dutch Vintage Bauhaus Chairs

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Chrome

Set of Four Restored Bauhaus Cesca Chairs, by M. Breuer, Chrome, Italy, 1980s
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
This iconic Cesca chair, an original design masterpiece by Marcel Breuer in the Bauhaus style, represents the pinnacle of "Made in Italy" quality. This authentic chair by the famous ...
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1980s Italian Vintage Bauhaus Chairs

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Steel, Chrome

Casbah Chair in Black Iron - Leather Mexican Contemporary Design Nomade Atelier
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
The casbah chair by Nomade Atelier, inspired by Lazlo Moholy-Nagy´s photograms, is all about linear balance, gravity and angular movement. Another version...
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21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Bauhaus Chairs

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Metal

Bauhaus Black Chrome Tubular Director Arm Chairs, a Pair after Marcel Breuer
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A pair of black and chrome armchairs after Marcel Breuer. This set of chairs are created from chrome with tubular frames and faux leather. They have a director chair feel. Both the b...
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20th Century American Bauhaus Chairs

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Chrome

Pair of Restored Bauhaus Cesca Chairs, by M. Breuer, Chrome, Beech, Italy, 1980s
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
This iconic Cesca chair, an original design masterpiece by Marcel Breuer in the Bauhaus style, represents the pinnacle of "Made in Italy" quality. This authentic chair by the famous ...
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1980s Italian Vintage Bauhaus Chairs

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Steel, Chrome

'Avant Garde' Chair, Bauhaus Style 'One Arm' Color of Your Choice
Located in Paris, IDF
Geometric and Minimalist chair by Russian designer Dmitry Samygin. Inspired by Gerrit Rietveld and Bauhaus style. Editions Savannah Bay Gallery Plywood Measures: 88.5 x 45 x 45 cm ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Russian Bauhaus Chairs

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Plywood

Vintage Italy Cognac Vegetal Leather Dining Chairs Armchairs Cantilever Set of 6
Located in Munich, Bavaria
These Cantilever vintage chairs are Italian classics. In the manner of Marcel Breuer this chairs are strongly inspired by the Bauhaus Movement. It is the thick saddle vegetal tanne...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Bauhaus Chairs

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Steel, Chrome

Vintage Thonet Bentwood Oak Chair With Original Label, Czechoslovakia, 1920s
Located in Zohor, SK
This elegant vintage chair, crafted by the renowned Thonet company, is a distinguished example of bentwood design. Featuring the original manufacturer’s label, the piece showcases Th...
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1920s Czech Vintage Bauhaus Chairs

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Bentwood

Restored Bauhaus Armchair, by Lusch and Co West, Chrome, Leather, Germany, 1970s
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
This elegant armchair represents a fascinating fusion of Bauhaus style and Mid-Century design aesthetics, owing to its manufacture in the 1970s in Germany by the renowned manufacture...
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20th Century German Bauhaus Chairs

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Chrome, Steel

Pair Of White Leather Chrome Cantilever Side Chairs By Mart Stam
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This pair of late 20th century, cantilever side chairs by Mart Stam is a classic example of Bauhaus design first introduced in 1926. The chairs feature a chrome-plated steel pipe can...
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Late 20th Century German Bauhaus Chairs

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Steel, Chrome

Rare Set of 8 Mies van der Rohe for Knoll MR10 and MR20 Chairs
Located in Phoenix, AZ
Rare Set of 8 Mies van der Rohe for Knoll MR10 and MR20 Chairs This exceptional set of eight chairs by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe for Knoll represents the epitome of modernist design. Comprising six MR10 and twor MR20 chairs, this collection showcases Mies' commitment to simplicity, functionality, and elegance in both form and material. Style & Usage in Interior Design These chairs belong to the Bauhaus and International Style, characterized by clean lines, minimal ornamentation, and an emphasis on the use of modern materials. The MR10 chairs are armless, offering a sleek and unobtrusive silhouette perfect for dining or office spaces where a minimalist aesthetic is desired. The MR20 chairs, featuring a distinctive curved armrest, provide additional comfort and a more commanding presence, making them ideal as statement pieces in living rooms, lounges, or reading nooks. In interior design, these chairs are best used in spaces that celebrate the beauty of industrial materials like steel and leather. They complement open-plan layouts, where their airy structure can be fully appreciated, and they pair well with other iconic mid-century modern pieces. Key Differences: MR10 vs. MR20 MR10 Chairs: Armless design, characterized by a continuous steel frame that supports the seat and back. Their simplicity allows them to fit seamlessly into various spaces, from dining rooms to offices. MR20 Chairs: Include curved armrests, adding both aesthetic and functional value. These chairs provide more support and comfort, making them suitable for longer periods of sitting or as standalone accent pieces. Mies van der Rohe: A Brief History Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, born in Germany in 1886, was a pioneering figure in modern architecture and design. He began his career in his family's stone-carving business, later studying architecture and working under the influential architect Peter Behrens. Mies was a leading member of the Bauhaus movement, which emphasized the integration of art, craft, and technology. In 1938, Mies emigrated to the United States, where he became the head of the architecture school at the Illinois Institute of Technology (IIT). His work in America solidified his reputation as one of the most influential architects of the 20th century. Architectural Legacy Mies van der Rohe's architectural philosophy is encapsulated in his famous dictum, "Less is more." His buildings are renowned for their clarity of form, open spaces, and use of modern materials such as glass and steel. His approach sought to create structures that were both functional and aesthetically pleasing, stripping away unnecessary ornamentation to reveal the essence of the design. Notable Works: The Barcelona Pavilion (1929): A masterwork of modern architecture, showcasing Mies' minimalist approach with its flowing spaces and use of glass, marble, and steel. The Farnsworth House (1951): An iconic example of his philosophy, this glass and steel structure is celebrated for its simplicity and seamless integration with the surrounding landscape. The Seagram Building (1958): Located in New York City, this skyscraper is a landmark of the International Style, known for its clean lines, bronze facade, and innovative use of space. This rare set of MR10...
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1980s Italian Vintage Bauhaus Chairs

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Chrome

Rare Hans and Wassily Luckhardt SS 33 armchairs variant
Located in PRAHA 5, CZ
Rare variant of SS 33 armchairs, designed by Hans & Wassily Luckhardt in 1935 originally for Desta. These examples were manufactured by Gottwald, former Czechoslovakia, in the 1930s....
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1930s Austrian Vintage Bauhaus Chairs

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Steel

Bauhaus B34 Cantilever Chair in Plywood & Chrome by Marcel Breuer, 1930s
Located in Żory, PL
This tubular steel chair, type B34, was designed in 1928 by Marcel Breuer. This is an early and rare version with a seat and backrest made of plywood, probably made in the early 193...
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Early 20th Century Bauhaus Chairs

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Steel

Bauhaus chairs for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Bauhaus chairs for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage chairs created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include seating, tables and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, chrome and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Bauhaus chairs made in a specific country, there are Europe, Italy, and Denmark pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original chairs, popular names associated with this style include Poul Henningsen, Marcel Breuer, Thonet, and Ludwig Mies van der Rohe. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for chairs differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $223 and tops out at $107,000 while the average work can sell for $1,950.

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