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Mies Van Der Rohe Knoll Barcelona Chairs
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Phoenix, AZ
Mies Van Der Rohe for Knoll pair of stainless steel and leather Barcelona chairs circa early 1990’s
Category
1990s American Mid-Century Modern Barcelona Chair Vintage
Materials
Stainless Steel
Ludwig Mies van der Rohe Barcelona Chairs
By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Chicago, IL
Ludwig Mies van der Rohe Barcelona chairs. Manufactured by Knoll, with labels. Early model circa
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Barcelona Chair Vintage
Materials
Stainless Steel
Pair of 1970
s Knoll Barcelona Chairs
By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Dallas, TX
Barcelona Chair exudes a simple elegance that epitomizes Mies van der Rohe's most famous maxim–“less is more
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Barcelona Chair Vintage
Materials
Stainless Steel
Mies Van Der Rohe Pair of Barcelona Chairs
By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Chicago, IL
Ludwig Mies van der Rohe pair of Barcelona chairs in cream white spinneybeck leather.
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Barcelona Chair Vintage
Materials
Stainless Steel
Ludwig Mies van der Rohe Barcelona Chair
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Pompano Beach, FL
Barcelona chair with signature, Ludwig Mies Van Der Rode. Stainless steel and leather. Rohe signed
Category
1960s American Barcelona Chair Vintage
Materials
Leather
Mies Van Der Rohe Knoll Barcelona Chairs
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Phoenix, AZ
Mies Van Der Rohe for Knoll Barcelona chairs, circa mid-1990s. These examples retain their original
Category
1990s American Mid-Century Modern Barcelona Chair Vintage
Materials
Leather
Authentic Early Knoll Barcelona Chair (3 available)
By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Las Vegas, NV
We have 3 all original, early and authentic, Mies van der Rohe for Knoll Barcelona chairs. Chairs
Category
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Barcelona Chair Vintage
Materials
Leather
1970s Knoll Barcelona Chair in Cognac Leather
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A wonderful example of a vintage Barcelona chair in nicely patinated cognac leather.
These are
Category
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Barcelona Chair Vintage
Materials
Leather
Pair of Vintage 1970
s Barcelona Chairs
By Charles Stendig
Located in Hanover, MA
Pair of Barcelona chairs after Mies van der Rohe with light brown faux leather tufted seat cushions
Category
1970s Italian Bauhaus Barcelona Chair Vintage
Pair of Mies van der Rohe Barcelona Chairs
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Dallas, TX
Pair of Mies van der Rohe Barcelona chairs with Knoll manufacturer label and "KP" stamp in
Category
1960s American Barcelona Chair Vintage
Materials
Stainless Steel
Mies Van Der Rohe Barcelona Chairs for Knoll
Located in San Diego, CA
Iconic pair of original Mies Van Der Rohe "Barcelona" chairs for Knoll, circa 1960s. Stainless
Category
1960s Mid-Century Modern Barcelona Chair Vintage
Mies van der Rohe Barcelona Chairs by Knoll
By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Banner Elk, NC
Pair Barcelona chairs, designed by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe (1886-1969) for Knoll, with buttoned
Category
1960s European Mid-Century Modern Barcelona Chair Vintage
Materials
Steel
Pair "Barcelona" Chairs After Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pair "Barcelona" Chairs chromium-plated steel and leather
After Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Measures
Category
20th Century Barcelona Chair Vintage
Materials
Leather
Pair of Mies van der Rohe Knoll Barcelona Chairs
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Pair of Barcelona chairs by Knoll in a brown leather. Chairs have Knoll labels and one of them has
Category
1970s American Barcelona Chair Vintage
Pair of Barcelona Chairs, Mies van der Rohe for Knoll
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Amarillo, TX
Pair of vintage Barcelona chairs by Mies van der Rohe for Knoll. Excellent original frame, new
Category
1960s American Barcelona Chair Vintage
Materials
Stainless Steel
Mies van der Rohe Barcelona Chair in Crackled Brown Leather
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in West Hartford, CT
Coveted soft brown leather with perfect patina adorns this Barcelona chair. Unsigned. Excellent
Category
Late 20th Century Chinese Mid-Century Modern Barcelona Chair Vintage
Materials
Steel
Pr. Vintage Barcelona Chairs Ca. 1970
s
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in New York, NY
Chic pair of vintage Barcelona Chairs, having leather seats, and bright chrome frames. These chairs
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian International Style Barcelona Chair Vintage
Materials
Steel
Alivar Barcelona chair Ludwig Mies van der Rohe 1990s
By Alivar, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Den Haag, NL
Barcelona Chair by Alivar Museum. The iconic design is one the world’s most favorite lounge chair
Category
1990s Italian Bauhaus Barcelona Chair Vintage
Materials
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
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Barcelona Chair Vintage
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Barcelona Chair and Ottoman by Mies van der Rohe for Knoll
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Dallas, TX
A nicely patinated Barcelona chair and ottoman designed by Mies van der Rohe for Knoll.
Category
1960s Barcelona Chair Vintage
Barcelona Chair and Ottoman, Ludwig Mies van del Rohe, 1960s
By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Tokyo, Tokyo
Vintage Barcelona chair and ottoman for Knoll, 1960s.
Recently upholstered with the green genuine
Category
1960s American Barcelona Chair Vintage
Materials
Stainless Steel
Pair of "Barcelona" Chairs by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe for Knoll
By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Pair of 1970s "Barcelona" chairs by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe for Knoll.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Barcelona Chair Vintage
Materials
Steel
Pair of Barcelona Chairs by Mies van der Rohe for Knoll
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Dallas, TX
A pair of original brown leather Barcelona chairs designed by Mies van der Rohe for Knoll
Category
1960s Barcelona Chair Vintage
Vintage Barcelona Chair by Mies van der Rohe Knoll 1960s
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll
Located in Aachen, NW
This rare Barcelona chair was designed by Mies van der Rohe in 1929 and produced by Knoll in the
Category
1960s German Bauhaus Barcelona Chair Vintage
Materials
Stainless Steel
Mies van der Rohe Barcelona Chair and Ottoman, Knoll, 1970
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Chicago, IL
Barcelona chair and ottoman designed by Mies van der Rohe for Knoll, vintage chair, circa 1970s
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Barcelona Chair Vintage
Materials
Stainless Steel
Knoll Black Leather Barcelona Chair by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, 1985
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Southampton, NJ
A beautiful Knoll black leather Barcelona chair, 1985 in good condition.
Barcelona® chair
Category
1980s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Barcelona Chair Vintage
Materials
Stainless Steel
Barcelona Chair and Ottoman Attributed to Mies van der Rohe
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Stockton, NJ
Italian Barcelona chair and ottoman in white leather attributed to Mies van der Rohe. Highest
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Barcelona Chair Vintage
Materials
Chrome
Ludwig Mies van der Rohe Barcelona Chairs - Signed and Stamped
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of Barcelona chairs by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, stainless steel and leather.
Signed and
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Barcelona Chair Vintage
Materials
Chrome
Early Black Leather Tufted Mies Van Der Rohe Barcelona Chair by Knoll
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll
Located in Hudson, NY
An iconic Knoll Barcelona chair in black leather. All original.
Category
1960s American Bauhaus Barcelona Chair Vintage
Materials
Stainless Steel
Pair of Vintage Knoll Mies Van Der Rohe Barcelona Chairs
By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Pasadena, TX
Pair of Black Leather Knoll Mies Van der Rohe Barcelona Chairs.
Iconic Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Barcelona Chair Vintage
Materials
Chrome
Rare Blue Barcelona Chairs by Mies Van Der Rohe for Knoll
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll
Located in Chicago, IL
Custom ordered blue or teal leather Barcelona chairs by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe. Knoll production
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Barcelona Chair Vintage
Materials
Stainless Steel
Red Chair / Barcelona Chair, Attr. Kaare Klint / Jacob Kjaer, Denmark, 1940s
By Jacob Kjaer, Kaare Klint
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
A superb red chair / Barcelona chair, this model attibuted to Kaare Klint / Jacob Kjaer. Cuban
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Barcelona Chair Vintage
Materials
Brass
Ultra Rare 30th Knoll Anniversary Limited Edition Barcelona Chair No 45
No 81
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Aachen, NW
These very rare Barcelona chairs were designed by Mies van der Rohe in 1929 and produced by Knoll
Category
1980s German Barcelona Chair Vintage
Materials
Stainless Steel
Midcentury Barcelona Chair in Special Order Stainless Steel and Leather
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Midcentury Ludwig Mies van der Rohe Barcelona chair for Knoll. The Classic chair that helped define
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Barcelona Chair Vintage
Materials
Stainless Steel
Ludwig Mies van der Rohe Barcelona Chair in Stainless Steel and Black Leather
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll
Located in Dallas, TX
Vintage Barcelona chair by Mies van der Rohe in stainless steel and leather.
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Barcelona Chair Vintage
Materials
Stainless Steel
Pair of 1960s Knoll Barcelona Chairs by Mies van der Rohe
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of fine 1960s Knoll Barcelona chairs designed by Mies van der Rohe. This pair produced in the
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Barcelona Chair Vintage
Materials
Steel
Pair of Knoll 1972 Barcelona Chairs with Ottoman by Mies Van Der Rohe
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll
Located in Denton, TX
Pair of Barcelona chairs with Ottoman by Mies van der Rohe 1972 knoll production. Beautiful patina
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Barcelona Chair Vintage
Materials
Stainless Steel
Mies van der Rohe Gerald R. Griffith Barcelona Chairs, Pair
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Gerald R. Griffith
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
A collector's pair! These stunning pair of Barcelona chairs were made by Gerald R. Griffith under
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Barcelona Chair Vintage
Materials
Steel
White 1990
s Barcelona Chair after Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
s 1929
s Model
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Ulm, DE
Barcelona chair, a design classic
The offered armchair was inspired by the famous Barcelona chair
Category
1990s French Art Deco Barcelona Chair Vintage
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Pair of Knoll Barcelona Chairs Tan Leather 1960s Mies van der Rohe
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll
Located in Buffalo, NY
Pair of Barcelona chairs manufactured by Knoll, 1960s designed by Mies van der Rohe, Classic design
Category
Mid-20th Century American Bauhaus Barcelona Chair Vintage
Materials
Chrome
Pair of Signed Mies van der Rohe Barcelona Chairs with Ottoman
By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Norwalk, CT
Very nice pair of vintage Barcelona chairs. Original leather covers in very fine condition
Category
1990s Mid-Century Modern Barcelona Chair Vintage
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
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Barcelona Chair Vintage
Materials
Chrome
Mies van der Rohe for Knoll Barcelona Chairs and Ottoman
By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Atlanta, GA
Iconic Pair of Barcelona Chairs and Ottoman, designed by Mies van der Rohde for Knoll, American
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Barcelona Chair Vintage
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Pair of Red Leather Barcelona Chairs (Only). Ottomans are for sale separately.
By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Kansas City, MO
Pair of 1960s original Ludwig Mies van de Rohe Barcelona chairs for Knoll. Red leather with
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Barcelona Chair Vintage
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Mies Van Der Rohr Knoll Stainless Steel Barcelona Chairs and Ottoman
By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Mies Van der Rohr Barcelona chairs and ottoman for Knoll, 1960s set, 2 chairs and 1 ottoman. These
Category
Mid-20th Century American Bauhaus Barcelona Chair Vintage
Materials
Stainless Steel
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
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Barcelona Chair Vintage
Materials
Stainless Steel
Pair of Midcentury Barcelona Chairs After Ludwig Mies Van der Rohe
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Iconic pair of Mid-Century Modern Barcelona chairs made in the manner and style of Ludwig Mies Van
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Barcelona Chair Vintage
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Mies van der Rohe Barcelona Chairs
Ottoman for Knoll International, circa 1974
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Saint Louis, MO
A fantastic pair of labeled and authentic Barcelona lounge chairs and single Barcelona ottoman by
Category
1970s American International Style Barcelona Chair Vintage
Materials
Chrome
Barcelona Chairs for Charlton, Pair
By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in New Windsor, NY
Pair of Barcelona style chairs by Charlton Company, Inc., Leeminster, Mass, circa 1970-1980. Chrome
Category
1980s American Mid-Century Modern Barcelona Chair Vintage
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Butterscotch Leather Knoll Barcelona Chair
By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in New Windsor, NY
Butterscotch leather upholstery and chrome-plated flat bar steel frame for Knoll, circa 1970.
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Barcelona Chair Vintage
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Pair of Barcelona Chairs by Mies Van Der Rohe for Knoll, 1960s Original
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll
Located in Kansas City, MO
Barcelona chairs manufactured by Knoll and signed with 1960s Knoll Art Metal label. The seats of the
Category
1960s American Bauhaus Barcelona Chair Vintage
Materials
Stainless Steel
Pair of Knoll Cognac Leather Ludwig Mies Van Der Rohe Barcelona Chairs
By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Exceptional and iconic split frame pair of Barcelona chairs designed by Ludwig Mies Van Der Rohe
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Barcelona Chair Vintage
Materials
Chrome
Mies van der Rohe Barcelona Chairs from the IBM Building
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Highland, IN
Barcelona chairs were custom fabricated of fiberglass and steel. You would not know that they are fiberglass
Category
20th Century American International Style Barcelona Chair Vintage
Materials
Steel
Pair of Brown Leather Barcelona Chairs by Mies Van Der Rohe for Knoll SIGNED
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This pair of iconic Barcelona chairs, originally designed by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe in
Category
1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Barcelona Chair Vintage
Materials
Chrome
Mies van der Rohe for Knoll Barcelona Chairs in Black Leather
By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Dallas, TX
Elevate your living space with the timeless elegance of Mies van der Rohe's Barcelona Chairs in
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Barcelona Chair Vintage
Materials
Steel
Ludwig Mies van der Rohe Pair of Barcelona Chairs and Ottomans for Knoll
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll
Located in Amarillo, TX
Ludwig Mies van der Rohe for Knoll pair of Barcelona chairs and ottomans
Custom ordered red
Category
1990s North American Mid-Century Modern Barcelona Chair Vintage
Materials
Stainless Steel
Mies van Der Rohe Pair of Barcelona Chairs and Ottoman for Knoll International
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll
Located in Chicago, IL
Mies van Der Rohe, pair of Barcelona chairs and ottoman for Knoll International:
Vintage stainless
Category
1960s North American Mid-Century Modern Barcelona Chair Vintage
Materials
Leather, Stained Glass
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Barcelona Chair Vintage For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal barcelona chair vintage for your home. Frequently made of metal, animal skin and leather, every barcelona chair vintage was constructed with great care. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer barcelona chair vintage, there are earlier versions available from the 20th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. Each barcelona chair vintage bearing Mid-Century Modern, Modern or Scandinavian Modern hallmarks is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made barcelona chair vintage over the years, but those crafted by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll and Kaare Klint are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much is a Barcelona Chair Vintage?
Prices for a barcelona chair vintage can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $200 and can go as high as $65,000, while the average can fetch as much as $5,583.
Finding the Right Seating for You
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.
Of course, with luxurious vintage or antique furnishings, every chair can seem like the best seat in the house. Whether your preference is stretching out on a plush sofa, such as the Serpentine, designed by Vladimir Kagan, or cozying up in a vintage wingback chair, there is likely to be a comfy classic or contemporary gem for you on 1stDibs.
With respect to the latest obsessions in design, cane seating has been cropping up everywhere, from sleek armchairs to lounge chairs, while bouclé fabric, a staple of modern furniture design, can be seen in mid-century modern, Scandinavian modern and Hollywood Regency furniture styles.
Admirers of the sophisticated craftsmanship and dark woods frequently associated with mid-century modern seating can find timeless furnishings in our expansive collection of lounge chairs, dining chairs and other items — whether they’re vintage editions or alluring official reproductions of iconic designs from the likes of Hans Wegner or from Charles and Ray Eames. Shop our inventory of Egg chairs, designed in 1958 by Arne Jacobsen, the Florence Knoll lounge chair and more.
No matter your style, the collection of unique chairs, sofas and other seating on 1stDibs is surely worthy of a standing ovation.
Questions About Barcelona Chair Vintage
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023To be vintage, a chair typically needs to be at least 20 years old, while a chair older than 100 years is an antique. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique, vintage and modern dining chairs from some of the world's top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Many factors like wood, construction, and patina come into play when you date a vintage chair. If you can’t find a maker’s mark or any other kind of identifying mark on the piece, consult a furniture encyclopedia or a certified expert. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of vintage chairs from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023To tell how old a vintage chair is, first try and locate the manufacturer's label, tag or mark. Typically, identifying markings and tags appear under cushions or on the undersides of chairs. You may find that the date of manufacturing appears on the label or tag. If not, check trusted online resources to find out when the manufacturer was in business to make an estimate of the age. When in doubt, enlist the help of a certified appraiser or antiques dealer to help you date a particular chair. Find an assortment of antique, vintage and modern chairs on 1stDibs.
- Is my vintage Eames chair real?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022To know if your vintage Eames chair is real, check for a reclining mechanism. On original chairs, the back had a permanent reclined position, so no mechanism is necessary. Also, a vintage piece is around 32 inches high, while later reproductions are normally bigger. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of expertly vetted Eames chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024To identify a vintage Gunlocke chair, examine the legs. Most pieces will feature a tag that bears the brand name. On antique and early vintage chairs, the label will usually be made of paper or leather, while riveted brass tags appear on later vintage and contemporary chairs. Once you've confirmed that Gunlocke is the maker by checking the tag, browse the company's catalogues, which are available online, to determine approximately when it was made. Some tags may include a style or color number that will expedite the search. If your chair is 20 to 99 years old, it is vintage, while pieces that are 100 years old or older are antiques. You may wish to enlist the help of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer when identifying your chair. On 1stDibs, explore a collection of Gunlocke chairs.
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