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Who designed tubular steel furniture with Mies van der Rohe?

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Who designed tubular steel furniture with Mies van der Rohe?
Marcel Breuer designed tubular steel furniture with Mies van der Rohe. It was Breuer who came up with the idea for using the material as a base for chairs, tables and other furnishings after he became fascinated by the frame of his bicycle. You'll find a variety of vintage tubular steel furniture on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Pair of Early Barcelona Chairs by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe for Knoll, circa 1955
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A rare and desirable pair of early Barcelona chairs designed by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and produced by Knoll during the formative years of authorized Knoll production. Manufactured...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Early Original MR10 Chairs by Mies van der Rohe for Bononia, Italy, pre-1968
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Milano, IT
A beautiful early MR10 cantilever dining chair, crafted in thick black saddle leather and supported by elegant tubular chromed-steel frames. The leather has developed a refined, natu...
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

Mies van der Rohe MR10 Chairs Set of Four 1970s Rattan Chrome Gavina Italy
By Gavina, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of four iconic MR10 armless chairs designed by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and manufactured by Gavina, Italy. These Mid-Century Modern classics showcase the master architect's commi...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Green Leather Barcelona Chair by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe for Knoll
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Green Leather Barcelona Chair by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe for Knoll 4 Pieces Available Measurements : Height: 78 cm Width: 70 cm Depth: 70 cm Seat Height : 45 cm Please do not he...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Signed Mies Van Der Rohe “Brno” Steel Chair for Knoll
By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition: Original Vintage Condition This signed Mies van der Rohe “Brno” chair, produced by Knoll in the 2000s, embodies the timeless elegance of Bauhaus design. Its sleek cantile...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

Knoll BRNO Flat Bar Armchairs by Mies van der Rohe, Set of 6
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll
Located in Culver City, CA
This set of six BRNO armchairs by Knoll takes one of the most disciplined designs of the 20th century and gives it just the right amount of drama. Custom upholstered in a vivid, unap...
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Vintage 1970s American Bauhaus Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

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