Barcelona Chair Frame
1960s Mies van der Rohe for Knoll Barcelona Chair in Black Distressed Leather
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a 1960s vintage Barcelona chair in distressed black leather with a polished stainless frame
Category
Vintage 1960s American Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
$5,000
H 30.25 in W 29.5 in D 30 in
Italian Barcelona Style Chair and Ottoman Frames
By Palazzetti
Located in New York, NY
1980's Barcelona chair and ottoman with polished steel frames and leather strapping, without
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
Mies Van der Rohe + Gratz Barcelona Chair in Leather with Gold Plated Frame
By Lilly Reich, Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
new Knoll Barcelona cushions and straps. The frame is literally plated in 18 karat gold.
The chair
Category
20th Century American Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
$20,000
H 30.25 in W 30 in D 29.5 in
1970s Pair of Mies van der Rohe for Knoll Barcelona Lounge Chairs with Frames
By Knoll, Lilly Reich
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a pair of Barcelona Lounge Chairs, originally designed by Mies van der Rohe and Lilly Reich
Category
Vintage 1970s American Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
$15,000 / set
H 30.25 in W 29.5 in D 30 in
Pair of Art Deco Aluminum and Black Barcelona Style X Framed Sleek Lounge Chairs
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
This pair of Art Deco aluminum Barcelona-style lounge chairs exudes a sleek, modernist appeal with
Category
20th Century Lounge Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
$2,400 / set
H 29.5 in W 22.5 in D 24.5 in
Set of 6 Gaulino Chairs Framed in Natural Varnished Solid Ash and Natural Hide
By BD Barcelona Design, Oscar Tusquets Blanca
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
21 Century Wood Gaulinetta chair With Natural Wood Varnished Finish
Materials:
Wood, leather
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Chairs
Materials
Ash, Leather
$11,461 Sale Price / set
25% Off
H 32.68 in W 21.66 in D 17.72 in
Set of 4 Gaulino Chairs Framed In Natural Varnished Solid Ash and Natural Hide
By Oscar Tusquets Blanca
Located in Barcelona, ES
The Gaulino Chair is one of the best designs by Oscar Tusquets and has become an iconic Spanish
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Ash
$7,628 / set
H 33.08 in W 21.66 in D 17.72 in
Pair of 1970s Flat Steel Chrome Lounge Chairs, Milo Baughman Inspired
By Bernhardt
Located in Buffalo, NY
der Rohe's (Barcelona Chair)
Newly reupholstered,,
The Chrome frame is in nice vintage condition
Category
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome
$4,800 / set
H 32 in W 30 in D 27 in
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Barcelona Chair Frames
Located in Southampton, NY
Aged patina, ready to be revamped with cushions which we can do for you with here with fabrics from our extensive library or you may send your own fabric or leather.
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Pair of Barcelona Chairs
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Millwood, VA
Pair of chrome framed Barcelona style chairs with buttoned vinyl seats.
Category
Late 20th Century British Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Tufted Barcelona-Style Chairs with Chrome Frames
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Grand Rapids, MI
USA, 1960s
Armless tufted lounge chairs with chrome frames. An interesting style that brings to
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Knoll Barcelona Chair
Located in Phoenix, AZ
Creamy white leather and sculpted chrome framed Barcelona chairs by Mies van der Rohe for Knoll
Category
Late 20th Century American Chairs
Materials
Steel
Knoll Barcelona Chairs
Located in Phoenix, AZ
Pair of white leather and sculpted chrome framed Barcelona chairs by Mies van der Rohe for Knoll
Category
Late 20th Century American Slipper Chairs
Materials
Metal
Vintage Knoll Barcelona Lounge Chair
Located in New York, NY
Attractive and well maintained pair of Mies Vane Der Rohe celebrated Barcelona chairs. Polished
Category
20th Century American Chairs
Materials
Steel
Pair White Leather Barcelona Chairs, Chromed Steel Frames, Authentic, Original
By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Kansas City, MO
Pair of off white / ivory leather Barcelona Chairs designed by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe for Knoll
Category
Vintage 1970s American Bauhaus Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome
H 31 in W 30.25 in D 30.25 in
Mies van der Rohe Mid-Century Modern Split Frame Barcelona Chair
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Astoria, NY
Mies van der Rohe Mid-Century Modern Barcelona chair, with rare chromed split frame and black
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Vintage Modern Barcelona Chrome Side Chair
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Vintage modern polished chrome side chair attributed to Ludwig Mies van der Rohe.
Barcelona style
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Mies Van der Rohe Choc. Brown Barcelona Chairs/ Stainless Steel Frames for Knoll
By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Pair of Mies Van der Rohe Chocolate Brown Leather Chairs with Stainless Steel Frames. New straps
Category
Vintage 1980s American Bauhaus Lounge Chairs
Materials
Stainless Steel
H 29.5 in W 29.5 in D 30 in
Pair of Cream-Colored Leather Swivel Armchairs with Wooden Frame
By AG Barcelona
Located in Madrid, ES
Pair of handmade cream-colored leather swivel armchairs with a steel base and solid rosewood frame
Category
20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Steel
barcelona chairs by mies van der rohe
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Bedford Hills, NY
pair of barcelona chairs by knoll, original leather, frames and cushions labeled. one seat is
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome, Steel
Pair of Mies Van der Rohe Barcelona Chairs
Located in San Francisco, CA
Pair of Mies van der Rohe Barcelona chairs with polished steel frames and original black leather
Category
Vintage 1970s American Club Chairs
Materials
Steel
Pair of Barcelona Chairs in Original Leather c.1950
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
Pair of Barcelona chairs c.1950, with steel frame and original leather cushions (individually
Category
Vintage 1950s Slipper Chairs
Mies van der Rohe Barcelona Chair and Ottoman for Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Stainless steel framed barcelona chair and ottoman with black leather cushions
Category
20th Century American Lounge Chairs
Materials
Stainless Steel
Vintage Mies van der Rohe Barcelona Chairs in Chrome
Steel with Black Leather
By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Two vintage Ludwig Mies van der Rohe Barcelona chairs in chrome on steel frame with black button
Category
Late 20th Century American Lounge Chairs
Materials
Stainless Steel, Chrome
H 30 in W 30 in D 30 in
Set of Four Kaare Klint Red Chairs Mahogany and Original Niger Leather
By Rud Rasmussen, Kaare Klint
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Klint red chairs / Barcelona chairs with mahogany frame, brass nails and original patinated Niger
Category
Vintage 1930s Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
H 34.65 in W 22.45 in D 21.26 in
Pair of Barcelona Black Leather Lounge Chairs by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Madrid, ES
Pair of black leather Barcelona chairs by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe. These original Barcelona chairs
Category
20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
H 29.93 in W 29.93 in D 31.89 in
Pair of Ludwig Mies van der Rohe Barcelona Stools
By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Los Angeles, CA
feeling of lightness created by delicate structural frames.
The Barcelona Chair was designed for the
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Stools
Materials
Stainless Steel
Pair of Vintage Red Leather Barcelona Chairs, Chromed Steel Frames
By Gavina, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Kansas City, MO
Original, authentic, Ludwig Mies van de Rohe Barcelona chairs, early Gavina production, red leather
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Pair of Knoll Cognac Leather Mies van der Rohe Split Frame Barcelona Chairs
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Dronten, NL
Exceptional split frame pair of Barcelona chairs by Mies Van der Rohe for Knoll International in
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Stainless Steel
H 29.93 in W 29.93 in D 29.93 in
Pair of Knoll Cognac Leather Mies van der Rohe Split Frame Barcelona Chairs
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Dronten, NL
Exceptional split frame matching pair of Barcelona chairs by Mies Van der Rohe for Knoll
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome
H 29.93 in W 29.93 in D 29.93 in
1995 Pair of Mies van der Rohe Barcelona Lounge Chairs with Stainless Frames Red
By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a pair of Barcelona Lounge Chairs, model 250LS, initially designed by Mies van der Rohe and
Category
1990s American Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
H 30.25 in W 29.5 in D 30 in
Signed Mies van der Rohe Barcelona Chair
By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Kansas City, MO
Listing is for the chair only. Authentic, signed, chromed steel frame Barcelona chair in
Category
Vintage 1920s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Hippest Black Barcelona Leather Lounge Chairs designer Mies van der Rohe 1970s
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Chula Vista, CA
A pair of iconic black leather vintage Barcelona chairs with chrome-plated steel frame designed by
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome
H 30.5 in W 30.5 in D 30.5 in
Kaare Klint Large "Red Chair" with Original Patinated Nigerian Leather
By Rud Rasmussen, Kaare Klint
Located in Copenhagen, DK
chair / Barcelona chair with mahogany frame, brass nails and original patinated Niger leather that the
Category
Vintage 1930s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
H 35.04 in W 22.45 in D 21.26 in
Knoll Barcelona Chair
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll
Located in New York, NY
Barcelona chair with polished stainless steel frame and black top-grain leather, designed by Mies
Category
Vintage 1980s American Lounge Chairs
Pair of Knoll Barcelona Chairs
Located in Hudson, NY
Nicely patinated pair of brown leather Barcelona chairs on stainless steel frames. Both retain
Category
Early 20th Century American Slipper Chairs
Materials
Stainless Steel
Pair Of Black Leather Barcelona Chairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of Barcelona chairs designed by Mies Van Der Rohe. This pair of Barcelona chairs have chromium
Category
Vintage 1950s American Slipper Chairs
Materials
Stainless Steel, Chrome
Pair of Black Leather Barcelona Chairs by Knoll
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Bridport, CT
Pair of Barcelona chairs in black leather, stainless frame by Mies van der Rohe, Knoll
Category
Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Stainless Steel
Barcelona chairs, pair by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Chicago, IL
This early pair of Barcelona chairs have chrome-plated frames with a dual-screw lap joint at each
Category
German Slipper Chairs
Materials
Chrome, Steel
1970
s Pair of Barcelona Chairs by Mies van der Rohe
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll
Located in Hudson, NY
Nicely patinated pair of dark tan leather Barcelona chairs on stainless steel frames. Both retain
Category
Early 20th Century American International Style Lounge Chairs
Signed Barcelona Chairs by Mies van de Rohe and Coffee Table for Knoll
By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Hudson, NY
Two Barcelona chairs with stainless steel frames and silvery/black leather in very nice condition
Category
Vintage 1930s American Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Stainless Steel
Nicos Zographos lounge chair
Located in New York, NY
A dark red, tufted, leather chair by Nicos Zographos, in the style of the Barcelona chair, with a
Category
Vintage 1950s American Chairs
Materials
Metal
Unrestored Ludwig Mies Van Der Rohe Chairs by Knoll
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Barcelona chairs from the 1960s, steel frame with original upholstery.
Category
Vintage 1960s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Pair of Knoll Barcelona Chairs
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Authentic pair of Knoll Barcelona chairs with stainless steel frames and original leather cushions
Category
20th Century American International Style Lounge Chairs
Pair of Vintage Barcelona Chairs, Mies Van Der Rohe
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in New York, NY
A vintage pair of "Barcelona" chairs with heavy steel frames and original cream leather.
Steel
Category
Vintage 1960s American Bauhaus Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
Ludwig Mies van der Rohe Pair of Barcelona Chairs, Knoll, Black Leather
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mies van der Rohe Barcelona chairs for Knoll. Stainless steel frames and original black leather
Category
Vintage 1960s American Bauhaus Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather
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Barcelona Chair Frame For Sale on 1stDibs
Find many varieties of an authentic barcelona chair frame available at 1stDibs. A barcelona chair frame — often made from metal, animal skin and leather — can elevate any home. If you’re shopping for a barcelona chair frame, we have 72 options in-stock, while there are 32 modern editions to choose from as well. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect barcelona chair frame — we have versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. A barcelona chair frame is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in mid-century modern, modern and Scandinavian Modern styles are sought with frequency. Many designers have produced at least one well-made barcelona chair frame over the years, but those crafted by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll and Pieter Compernol
Stephanie Grusenmeyer are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much is a Barcelona Chair Frame?
The average selling price for a barcelona chair frame at 1stDibs is $4,863, while they’re typically $417 on the low end and $49,000 for the highest priced.
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With entire areas of our homes reserved for “sitting rooms,” the value of quality antique and vintage seating cannot be overstated.
Fortunately, the design of side chairs, armchairs and other lounge furniture — since what were, quite literally, the early perches of our ancestors — has evolved considerably.
Among the earliest standard seating furniture were stools. Egyptian stools, for example, designed for one person with no seat back, were x-shaped and typically folded to be tucked away. These rudimentary chairs informed the design of Greek and Roman stools, all of which were a long way from Sori Yanagi's Butterfly stool or Alvar Aalto's Stool 60. In the 18th century and earlier, seats with backs and armrests were largely reserved for high nobility.
The seating of today is more inclusive but the style and placement of chairs can still make a statement. Antique desk chairs and armchairs designed in the style of Louis XV, which eventually included painted furniture and were often made of rare woods, feature prominently curved legs as well as Chinese themes and varied ornaments. Much like the thrones of fairy tales and the regency, elegant lounges crafted in the Louis XV style convey wealth and prestige. In the kitchen, the dining chair placed at the head of the table is typically reserved for the head of the household or a revered guest.
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Questions About Barcelona Chair Frame
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024The Barcelona chair is so popular for a couple of reasons. Many people prize the chair for its regal appearance. In its X-shaped structure, the Barcelona chair recalls the ancient folding stools of Egypt and Rome and was designed with swooping lines and a luxe contrast of materials between the chrome-plated frame and quilted leather cushions. Its minimalist design makes it a popular choice for professional settings like reception areas and offices. The chair also offers plenty of support and boasts durable, sturdy construction. Plus, many buyers appreciate the long history of the acclaimed chair, which was designed by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Lilly Reich, and debuted in 1929. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Barcelona chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The Barcelona chair was designed by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe as seating for the King and Queen of Spain in case they visited the German Pavilion at the International Exposition of 1929. Browse 1stDibs to find an array of Barcelona chairs from top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The signature on a Barcelona chair is usually a stamp found on the base. In addition to the signature of Mies van der Rohe, the stamp typically includes an individual production number. You'll find a selection of expertly vetted Mies van der Rohe furniture on 1stDibs.
- How is a Barcelona chair made?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A Barcelona chair is a simple shape featuring a single curve bar to form the seat and another to form the back, with both intersecting at the center. A side profile of the chair will look like the letter ‘x’ with a curve. This simple design continues to be a favorite with home decor enthusiasts. Shop a range of Barcelona chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To spot an authentic Knoll Barcelona chair, first check the back cushion to make sure it retains its shape and doesn’t sag. The chair should be slightly taller than its steel frame and curved in shape. The upholstery should be excellent and even, with no signs of improper workmanship. For vintage chairs, look for a Knoll sticker or label on the bottom cushion. For chairs made after 1996, check for a “Knoll Studios” stamp on the frame. Shop authentic Knoll Barcelona chairs on 1stDibs from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024To spot a fake Barcelona chair, start by checking the base. A genuine chair will feature a production number and Mies van der Rohe's signature. You can compare these markings to images published by trusted online resources to evaluate the authenticity of a chair. Next, count the number of panels on the upholstery. A real Barcelona chair will have 40 panels, but replicas may not. Also, the upholstery on authentic Barcelona chairs is a single piece to which piping is then applied. If you notice seams that indicate the maker utilized multiple pieces of hide or fabric, you're likely looking at a reproduction. When in doubt, seek the opinion of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. Explore an assortment of Mies van der Rohe Barcelona chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022The original Barcelona chair designed by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe featured ivory upholstery made of pigskin leather. Modern incarnations come in a wide range of upholstery colors and are available from Knoll Furniture. You'll find a variety of Barcelona chairs 1stDibs.
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