How do I pronounce Mies van der Rohe?

To pronounce Mies van der Rohe, say "meez van der roh." The architect and furniture designer Ludwig Mies van der Rohe went simply by the name Mies, but you will often see him referred to as "Mies van der Rohe" or as the full "Ludwig Mies van der Rohe." His birth name was Maria Ludwig Michael Mies. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Mies van der Rohe furniture.

Who is Ludwig Mies van der Rohe?

Ludwig Mies van der Rohe was an architect and furniture designer who helped to define modernist design. He served as the director of the Bauhaus from 1930 to 1933 and moved to Chicago, Illinois, in 1938. He designed many well-known buildings, including the Seagram Building in New York and the apartment towers on Lake Shore Drive in Chicago, where he later lived. On 1stDibs, find a collection of Mies van der Rohe furniture.

What is Mies van der Rohe known for?

Mies van der Rohe was known for many things. Some people associate him with the Bauhaus School, which he led from 1930 to 1933. Others associate him with his most famous architectural designs, including the Seagram Building in New York. In addition, Mies van der Rohe was an influential furniture designer and the dean of the Illinois Institute of Technology. Find a collection of Mies van der Rohe furniture on 1stDibs.

Did Mies van der Rohe win a competition?

No, Mies van der Rohe didn't win any major competitions. However, a well-known annual competition shares his name. The European Union awards the Mies van der Rohe Award for outstanding achievements in contemporary architecture every two years. Find a selection of Mies van der Rohe furniture on 1stDibs.

Is Mies van der Rohe in De Stijl?

No, Mies van der Rohe was not in De Stijl, an art movement active in the Netherlands from 1917 to 1931. However, the movement did influence his thinking about design and helped inspire his work as the director of the Bauhaus from 1930 to 1933. On 1stDibs, find a variety of Mies van der Rohe furniture.

Was Mies van der Rohe a landscape architect?

No, Mies van der Rohe was not a landscape architect. Although he had no formal architectural training, he designed many buildings around the world from the 1920s through the 1960s. Some of his most well-known designs include the Seagram Building in New York City, the Chicago Federal Complex and Farnsworth House, located in the suburbs of Chicago. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Mies van der Rohe furniture.

How many Mies van der Rohe buildings are in Chicago?

There are numerous Mies van der Rohe buildings. The campus of the Illinois Institute of Technology is home to 20 of his designs, such as the Minerals and Metals Research Building and the Engineering Research Building. Other Mies van der Rohe buildings found in Chicago include the Promontory Apartments, the 860-880 Lake Shore Apartments, the Chicago Federal Center and the Esplanade Apartment Buildings. Shop a selection of Mies van der Rohe furniture on 1stDibs.

Is Mies van der Rohe famous for the industrial style?

No, Mies van der Rohe is not most famous for the industrial style. However, many of his later buildings did employ materials typical in the style, such as industrial-grade steel and plate glass. You'll find a selection of Mies van der Rohe furniture on 1stDibs.

Is Ludwig Mies van der Rohe famous for being a formalist?

No, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe was not famous for being a formalist. A formalist is a designer who adheres to strict rules of one particular style. Mies van der Rohe never attempted to work within the framework of one guiding architectural movement. Instead, he designed buildings and furniture to fit their purpose, always adhering to the principle of "less is more." Shop a range of Mies van der Rohe furniture on 1stDibs.

Is Mies van der Rohe famous for international style?

Yes. Although he didn't restrict himself to that particular architectural style, Mies van der Rohe is famous for the international style. His work and buildings created by his students and followers heavily influenced the movement. You can see hallmarks of the style in the simplicity of his work, as well as in his use of steel and plate glass construction materials. You'll find a range of Mies van der Rohe furniture on 1stDibs.

Where did Ludwig Mies van der Rohe live in Chicago?

Ludwig Mies van der Rohe lived in the Lake Shore Drive apartment towers in Chicago. He moved to the city in 1938. Once there, Mies worked as an architect. He also served as the dean of the Illinois Institute of Technology. On 1stDibs, find a variety of Mies van der Rohe furniture.

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.

Is Ludwig Mies van der Rohe famous for Gothic architecture?

No, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe is not famous for Gothic architecture. The period of Gothic architecture ranges from the 12th to 16th centuries. Mies van der Rohe was active from the 1920s to the 1960s. Historians consider him a modernist designer and architect. You'll find a collection of Mies van der Rohe furniture on 1stDibs.

Is everything Mies van der Rohe produced considered Bauhaus architecture?

No, not everything that Mies van der Rohe produced is considered Bauhaus architecture. Generally, designs he created during the early 1930s, like the Villa Tugendhat in Brno, Czech Republic, fall under the category. Mies van der Rohe continued to design buildings for decades to come and experimented in a variety of styles. Shop a collection of Mies van der Rohe furniture on 1stDibs.

Mies Van Der Rohe Fabric

Tubular Steel Furniture

Knoll Velvet

Stainless Steel Brno Chair

Thonet Chrome Chair

Knoll Brno Flat Bar Chair

Tubular Dining

Mid Century Tubular Chair

Knoll Krefeld

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20th Century American Armchairs

Materials

Chrome

Brno Iconic Flat Bar Chair by Mies van der Rohe

$1,250

Pair of Mid Century Modern Bauhaus Styled Brno Chairs Ludwig Mies van DerRohe

By Florence Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe

Located in Port Jervis, NY

Timeless classical iconic designs from the Bauhaus period by Ludwig Mies van DerRohe. The Brno

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Pair of Mid Century Modern Bauhaus Styled Brno Chairs Ludwig Mies van DerRohe

$975 / set

1959 Pair of Mies van der Rohe Brno Dining Chairs from Four Seasons Restaurant

By Treitel Gratz

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is an important pair of Brno Armchairs, Model 255, initially designed by Mies van der Rohe in

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Vintage 1950s American Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel

1959 Pair of Mies van der Rohe Brno Dining Chairs from Four Seasons Restaurant

$20,000 / set

1959 Pair of Mies van der Rohe Brno Armless Chairs The Four Seasons Restaurant

By Treitel Gratz

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is an important pair of Custom Brno Armless Chairs, initially designed by Mies van der Rohe in

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Vintage 1950s American Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Steel

1959 Pair of Mies van der Rohe Brno Armless Chairs The Four Seasons Restaurant

$20,000 / set

Brno Black Fabric Tubular Dining Chairs by Knoll, Set of 2

By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll

Located in Basildon, London

Originally designed by Mies van der Rohe in 1930 for his House in Brno, Czech Republic, the Brno

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric

Brno Black Fabric Tubular Dining Chairs by Knoll, Set of 2

$1,589 / set

Group Of Four Brno Style Chrome Chairs

By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe

Located in Bridgeport, CT

The Classic Mies van der Rohe 1929-1930 design. Three matching in Natural color Faux-Leather and

Category

20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Group Of Four Brno Style Chrome Chairs

$2,800 / set

8 Knoll Brno Tubular Leather Chairs

By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe

Located in Pasadena, TX

fabric. Originally designed by Mies van der Rohe in 1930, these examples were produced in the 80's.

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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

8 Knoll Brno Tubular Leather Chairs

$8,334 / set

Pair of Mid Century Modern Ottomans, Stools, Cream, Yellow

By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe

Located in Miami, FL

finish, seats were recently recovered in a beautiful yellow fabric. Ready for a new home.

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Steel

Pair of Mid Century Modern Ottomans, Stools, Cream, Yellow

$2,200 / set

Pair of Vintage Modern Barcelona Style Slipper Lounge Chairs

By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe

Located in Brooklyn, NY

A stunning midcentury design with heavy flat bar chrome bases and tufted upholstery. The "X" shaped sides and angled seats ensure maximum comfort without sacrificing style. This eleg...

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Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Pair of Vintage Modern Barcelona Style Slipper Lounge Chairs

$3,900 / set

Classic Mid-Century Modern Barcelona Chair

By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe

Located in Brooklyn, NY

cantilevered design reminiscent of Mies van der Rohe’s legendary Barcelona chair. Upholstered in black tufted

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Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Classic Mid-Century Modern Barcelona Chair

$2,400

Pair of Barcelona Chairs with Otttomans

By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe

Located in New York, NY

Ludwig Mies van der Rohe's Barcelona Chair, designed in 1929 for the German Pavilion at the

Category

20th Century Chairs

Materials

Steel

Pair of Barcelona Chairs with Otttomans

$9,500 / set

Brno Flat-Bar Chairs by Knoll in Ivory Wool Stainless Steel, Set of 8

By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe

Located in Stamford, CT

exemplify Mies van der Rohe’s enduring contribution to modern design.

Category

Vintage 1980s American Bauhaus Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal, Stainless Steel

Brno Flat-Bar Chairs by Knoll in Ivory Wool Stainless Steel, Set of 8

$16,000 / set

Set of Four Mid-Century Modern Knoll Style Brno Dining Chairs

By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll

Located in Brooklyn, NY

add to Mid-Century charm of the set, with details added to the original Mies van der Rohe design

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Set of Four Mid-Century Modern Knoll Style Brno Dining Chairs

$2,300 / set

Brno Tubular Chair for Knoll, Stainless Steel

By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe

Located in Miami, FL

original Brno Tubular Chair for Knoll, Stainless Steel, original fabric. Price is for one chair. In

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1990s Italian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Brno Tubular Chair for Knoll, Stainless Steel

$1,000 / item

Set of Twelve Brno Tubular Chairs for Knoll, Stainless Steel

By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll

Located in Miami, FL

Set of Twelve original Brno Tubular Chairs for Knoll, Stainless Steel, original fabric. Two chairs

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1990s Italian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Set of Twelve Brno Tubular Chairs for Knoll, Stainless Steel

$12,000 / set

Pair of Wide Seat Almost Sattee Width Lounge Chairs by Cassina

By Cassina, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe

Located in Rockaway, NJ

style. Made in Italy. Textured velvet like fabric upholstery.

Category

20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Pair of Wide Seat Almost Sattee Width Lounge Chairs by Cassina

$7,400 / set

Ralph Lauren Bohemian Chrome Silk Wool Blend Leather Cantilever Lounge Chair

By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Ralph Lauren

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Made in ths USA, this chair is an over-the-top take on the Mies van der Rohe flat-bar BRNO chair

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Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Ralph Lauren Bohemian Chrome Silk Wool Blend Leather Cantilever Lounge Chair

$3,895

1970 s Flat Chrome Stainless Cantilever Counter Stools

By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll, Pace Collection

Located in Las Vegas, NV

Seasons stools by Mies van der Rohe for Knoll, but MUCH higher quality. These stools are HEAVY and

Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Stools

Materials

Stainless Steel

1970 s Flat Chrome Stainless Cantilever Counter Stools

$4,000 / set

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Polished Stainless Steel Bauhaus Arm Lounge Chairs

By Norell Möbel AB, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe

Located in Rockaway, NJ

texture upholstery fabric.

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Chrome, Stainless Steel

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Polished Stainless Steel Bauhaus Arm Lounge Chairs

$3,600 / set

Brno Black Fabric Tubular Dining Chairs by Knoll, Set of 2

By Knoll

Located in Pasadena, TX

Originally designed by Mies van der Rohe in 1930 for his House in Brno, Czech Republic, the Brno

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric

Brno Black Fabric Tubular Dining Chairs by Knoll, Set of 2

$1,505 / set

Erich Dieckmann Bauhaus Armchair in Walnut and Striped Fabric

By Erich Dieckmann

Located in Waalwijk, NL

apartment designed by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe at the Weißenhof-Siedlung in Stuttgart. Kindly note that the

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Vintage 1920s German Bauhaus Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Erich Dieckmann Bauhaus Armchair in Walnut and Striped Fabric

$2,450

Art Deco Wool Fabric Wall Panel, Attributed to Walter Gropius, France

By Walter Gropius

Located in Beirut, LB

architect and founder of the Bauhaus School, who, along with Alvar Aalto, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Le

Category

Early 20th Century French Art Deco Decorative Art

Materials

Fabric

Art Deco Wool Fabric Wall Panel, Attributed to Walter Gropius, France

$5,159

Original Early Vintage Tubular Side Chair, Black Manchester Fabric, circa 1930

By Paul Schuitema, Gispen Culemborg, Willem H. Gispen

Located in Amsterdam IJMuiden, NL

van der Rohe, Marcel Breuer, Mart Stam, Rietveld, Gispen, Anton Lorenz, Paul Schuitema, Bas van Pelt

Category

Vintage 1930s European Bauhaus Armchairs

Materials

Chrome

Original Early Vintage Tubular Side Chair, Black Manchester Fabric, circa 1930

$1,499

1930, Paul Schuitema Easy Chair, Fabric with Black Lacquered Wooden Armrests

By Fana Metaal, Paul Schuitema

Located in Amsterdam IJMuiden, NL

companies were Le Corbusier, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Marcel Breuer, Mart Stam, Rietveld, Gispen, Anton

Category

Vintage 1930s Dutch Industrial Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal, Chrome

1930, Paul Schuitema Easy Chair, Fabric with Black Lacquered Wooden Armrests

$2,339

Set of Six Thonet Dining Chairs in Wood and Fabric, Austria 1980s

By Thonet

Located in Hellouw, NL

such as Marcel Breuer, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Le Corbusier. Design This set of six dining room

Category

Vintage 1980s Austrian Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Set of Six Thonet Dining Chairs in Wood and Fabric, Austria 1980s

$3,821 / set

Eero Saarinen for Knoll Executive Armchair in Beige Creme Fabric and Oak

By Knoll, Eero Saarinen

Located in Waalwijk, NL

such as Eero Saarinen, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Richard Schultz and Harry Bertoia. Eero Saarinen (1910

Category

Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Eero Saarinen for Knoll Executive Armchair in Beige Creme Fabric and Oak

$1,950

Eero Saarinen for Knoll Executive Armchair in Beige Creme Fabric and Oak

By Knoll, Eero Saarinen

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Mies van der Rohe, Richard Schultz and Harry Bertoia. Eero Saarinen (1910-1961) was a Finnish-American

Category

Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Eero Saarinen for Knoll Executive Armchair in Beige Creme Fabric and Oak

$1,950

Eero Saarinen for Knoll Executive Chair in Beige Creme Fabric and Oak

By Knoll, Eero Saarinen

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Mies van der Rohe, Richard Schultz and Harry Bertoia. Eero Saarinen (1910-1961) was a Finnish-American

Category

Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Eero Saarinen for Knoll Executive Chair in Beige Creme Fabric and Oak

$1,250

1973, Verner Panton, 1-2-3 Serie Easy Chair in Original First Fabric

By Fritz Hansen, Verner Panton

Located in Amsterdam IJMuiden, NL

van der Rohe, Marcel Breuer, Mart Stam, Rietveld, Gispen, Anton Lorenz, Paul Schuitema, Bas van Pelt

Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

1973, Verner Panton, 1-2-3 Serie Easy Chair in Original First Fabric

$2,939

1973 Verner Panton, 1-2-3 Serie Easy Chair in Original First Fabric

By Verner Panton, Fritz Hansen

Located in Amsterdam IJMuiden, NL

Corbusier, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Marcel Breuer, Mart Stam, Rietveld, Gispen, Anton Lorenz, Paul

Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal

1973 Verner Panton, 1-2-3 Serie Easy Chair in Original First Fabric

$5,987 / set

Joe D Urso Island Sofa for Donghia Knoll Plaidtastic Fabric tete-a-tete chaise

By Donghia, Joe D Urso

Located in Virginia Beach, VA

Van Der Rohe’s designs. The sofa comes in two pieces with the long chaise connecting in to the large

Category

Early 2000s American Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Mahogany

Joe D Urso Island Sofa for Donghia Knoll Plaidtastic Fabric tete-a-tete chaise

$5,400

Vintage MCM George Nelson 5476 Lounge Chair for Herman Miller Fuchsia Fabric

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in Topeka, KS

met and interviewed 12 leading architects of the time including Le Corbusier, Mies van der Rohe, Gio

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Vintage MCM George Nelson 5476 Lounge Chair for Herman Miller Fuchsia Fabric

$2,295

1935, W.H. Gispen by Gispen Culemborg 413 Easy Chair in Original Corduroi Fabric

By Willem H. Gispen, Gispen Culemborg

Located in Amsterdam IJMuiden, NL

companies were Le Corbusier, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Marcel Breuer, Mart Stam, Rietveld, Gispen, Anton

Category

Vintage 1930s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Chrome

1935, W.H. Gispen by Gispen Culemborg 413 Easy Chair in Original Corduroi Fabric

$1,499

Original, Early Vintage Tubular Easy Chair with Original Fabric, circa 1930

By Paul Schuitema, Thonet

Located in Amsterdam IJMuiden, NL

, and more companies were Le Corbusier, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Marcel Breuer, Mart Stam, Rietveld

Category

Vintage 1930s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Metal

Original, Early Vintage Tubular Easy Chair with Original Fabric, circa 1930

$2,381

Original, Early Vintage Tubular Easy Chair with Original Fabric, circa 1930

By Paul Schuitema, Willem H. Gispen, Thonet

Located in Amsterdam IJMuiden, NL

, de Wit Schiedam, and more companies were Le Corbusier, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Marcel Breuer, Mart

Category

Vintage 1930s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel

Original, Early Vintage Tubular Easy Chair with Original Fabric, circa 1930

$2,027

Gebr. de Wit Original Easy Chair with First Fabric, circa 1930

By Gebroeders De Wit

Located in Amsterdam IJMuiden, NL

, Auping, Fana Metaal, de Wit Schiedam, and more companies were Le Corbusier, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe

Category

Vintage 1930s Dutch Industrial Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Gebr. de Wit Original Easy Chair with First Fabric, circa 1930

$3,299

Martin Eisler Carlo Hauner Midcentury Brazilian Armchairs White Fabric Metal

By Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler, Forma Brazil

Located in Barcelona, ES

Mies Van Der Rohe, Charles Eames and Harry Bertoia to the Brazilian furniture market. Hauner and

Category

Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Metal

Martin Eisler Carlo Hauner Midcentury Brazilian Armchairs White Fabric Metal

$12,959 / item

Original French Art Deco Lounge Chair and Original Soft Comfy Fabric, circa 1935

By Gispen, Thonet

Located in Amsterdam IJMuiden, NL

companies were Le Corbusier, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Marcel Breuer, Mart Stam, Rietveld, Gispen, Anton

Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Chrome

Original French Art Deco Lounge Chair and Original Soft Comfy Fabric, circa 1935

$1,793

1932, W.H. Gispen for Gispen, 412 Easy Chair in It s Original Fabric

Located in Amsterdam IJMuiden, NL

, Gispen, Auping, Fana Metaal, de Wit Schiedam, and more companies were Le Corbusier, Ludwig Mies van der

Category

Vintage 1930s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Metal, Chrome

1932, W.H. Gispen for Gispen, 412 Easy Chair in It s Original Fabric

$2,819

De Sede RH-305 Armchair in Truffe Fabric with Chrome Finish by Robert Haussmann

By Robert Haussmann, De Sede

Located in Brooklyn, NY

surface and a slightly modified and adapted seat height. Ludwig Mies van der Rohe built one. So did

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather

De Sede RH-305 Armchair in Truffe Fabric with Chrome Finish by Robert Haussmann

$2,888 / item

1933, W.H. Gispen for Gispen Culemborg, Easy Chair 409 by Gispen Designed Fabric

By Gispen Culemborg, Willem H. Gispen

Located in Amsterdam IJMuiden, NL

companies were Le Corbusier, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Marcel Breuer, Mart Stam, Rietveld, Gispen, Anton

Category

Vintage 1930s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Metal, Chrome

1933, W.H. Gispen for Gispen Culemborg, Easy Chair 409 by Gispen Designed Fabric

$2,819

1960, Ray and Charles Eames, Original La Fonda Chairs by Miller in First Fabric

By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Amsterdam IJMuiden, NL

, Gispen, Auping, Fana Metaal, de Wit Schiedam, and more companies were Le Corbusier, Ludwig Mies van der

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal

1960, Ray and Charles Eames, Original La Fonda Chairs by Miller in First Fabric

$2,699 / set

1935, W.H. Gispen for Gispen, Copper, 413R Side Chair in Blue Corduroi Fabric

By Gispen Culemborg, Willem H. Gispen

Located in Amsterdam IJMuiden, NL

Schiedam, and more companies were Le Corbusier, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Marcel Breuer, Mart Stam

Category

Vintage 1930s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal, Copper

1935, W.H. Gispen for Gispen, Copper, 413R Side Chair in Blue Corduroi Fabric

$1,907

Martin Eisler Carlo Hauner Modern Brazilian Pair of Low Armchairs White Fabric

By Forma Brazil, Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler

Located in Barcelona, ES

Mies Van Der Rohe, Charles Eames and Harry Bertoia to the Brazilian furniture market. Hauner and

Category

Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Metal

Martin Eisler Carlo Hauner Modern Brazilian Pair of Low Armchairs White Fabric

$11,759 / item

1935, W.H. Gispen by Gispen Culemborg, 413 Easy Chair in Terra Corduroi Fabric

By Willem H. Gispen, Gispen Culemborg

Located in Amsterdam IJMuiden, NL

, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Marcel Breuer, Mart Stam, Rietveld, Gispen, Anton Lorenz, Paul Schuitema, Bas

Category

Vintage 1930s Dutch Bauhaus Side Chairs

Materials

Metal, Chrome

1935, W.H. Gispen by Gispen Culemborg, 413 Easy Chair in Terra Corduroi Fabric

$1,199 Sale Price

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De Sede RH-305 Armchair in Truffe Fabric with Chrome Finish by Robert Haussmann

By Robert Haussmann, De Sede

Located in Brooklyn, NY

surface and a slightly modified and adapted seat height. Ludwig Mies van der Rohe built one. So did

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather

De Sede RH-305 Armchair in Truffe Fabric with Chrome Finish by Robert Haussmann

$2,625 / item

De Sede RH-305 Armchair in Truffe Fabric with Chrome Finish by Robert Haussmann

By Robert Haussmann, De Sede

Located in Brooklyn, NY

surface and a slightly modified and adapted seat height. Ludwig Mies van der Rohe built one. So did

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather

De Sede RH-305 Armchair in Truffe Fabric with Chrome Finish by Robert Haussmann

$2,888 / item

Branco e Preto Pair of Modern Brazilian Armchairs solid jacaranda wood, fabric

By Branco Preto

Located in Barcelona, ES

American architect Philip Johnson (1906-2005) and the German architect Mies Van der Rohe (1886-1969

Category

Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Jacaranda

Branco e Preto Pair of Modern Brazilian Armchairs solid jacaranda wood, fabric

$19,439 / set

De Sede RH-305 Armchair in Truffe Fabric with Chrome Finish by Robert Haussmann

By Robert Haussmann, De Sede

Located in Brooklyn, NY

surface and a slightly modified and adapted seat height. Ludwig Mies van der Rohe built one. So did

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather

De Sede RH-305 Armchair in Truffe Fabric with Chrome Finish by Robert Haussmann

$2,625 / item

Florence Knoll Lounge Chair, 1970s

Located in Roma, IT

approach Florence Knoll learned from her mentor, Mies van der Rohe — the lounge chair is utterly modern and

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Chairs

Materials

Fabric

Florence Knoll Lounge Chair, 1970s

$1,799 / set

Wall Panel Attributed to Walter Gropius

By Walter Gropius

Located in Beirut, LB

founder of the Bauhaus School, who, along with Alvar Aalto, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Le Corbusier and

Category

Early 20th Century French Art Deco Decorative Art

Materials

Fabric

Wall Panel Attributed to Walter Gropius

$5,159

Bauhaus Armchair, Mücke-Melder

By Mücke Melder

Located in Neuss, NW

, Marcel Breuer and Ludwig Mies van der Rohe. High-quality frame made of chromed steel tube with the

Category

Vintage 1930s Czech Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel

Bauhaus Armchair, Mücke-Melder

$3,263

Vintage Mid Century "Tuxedo Series" Lounge Chair by J J Brook Limited, 1962

Located in Oxnard, CA

in the vein of designs by Florence Knoll , George Nelson, Mies van der Rohe, etc. It has been newly

Category

Mid-20th Century Canadian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Vintage Mid Century "Tuxedo Series" Lounge Chair by J J Brook Limited, 1962

$2,499

Florence Knoll for Knoll International Sofa in Teak and Grey Upholstery

By Florence Knoll

Located in Waalwijk, NL

list of eminent designers is not long enough) Mies van der Rohe. This meant that although she was

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Teak

Florence Knoll for Knoll International Sofa in Teak and Grey Upholstery

$9,450

Vintage Mid Century "Tuxedo Series" Sofa by J J Brook Limited, 1962

Located in Oxnard, CA

vein of designs by Florence Knoll , George Nelson, Mies van der Rohe, etc. It has been newly

Category

Mid-20th Century Canadian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Chrome

Vintage Mid Century "Tuxedo Series" Sofa by J J Brook Limited, 1962

$4,999

Set of Four Armchairs design Antonio Citterio Glen Oliver Löw, Vitra, 1990s

By Glen Oliver Löw, Antonio Citterio, Vitra

Located in Praha, CZ

/ Mies van der Rohe - Also as dining chair.

Category

1990s Swiss Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Set of Four Armchairs design Antonio Citterio Glen Oliver Löw, Vitra, 1990s

$1,918 Sale Price / set

20% Off

Mauser Seat 150 set of 4 dining/conference chairs by Herbert Hirche

By Mauser Werke, Herbert Hirche

Located in Ludwigslust, DE

Mies van der Rohe. He designed the Seat 150 model for the Mauser works in Waldeck in 1973. Mauser is

Category

Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric

Mauser Seat 150 set of 4 dining/conference chairs by Herbert Hirche

$2,759 / set

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Mies Van Der Rohe Fabric For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the piece of mies van der rohe fabric you’re looking for. Frequently made of fabric, metal and chrome, every item from our selection of mies van der rohe fabric was constructed with great care. If you’re shopping for a choice in our collection of mies van der rohe fabric, we have 53 options in-stock, while there are 5 modern editions to choose from as well. Your living room may not be complete without an object in our assortment of mies van der rohe fabric — find older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. Each option in this array of mies van der rohe fabric bearing Mid-Century Modern or Modern hallmarks is very popular. Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll and Lilly Reich each produced at least one beautiful piece of mies van der rohe fabric that is worth considering.

How Much is a Mies Van Der Rohe Fabric?

The average selling price for a piece of mies van der rohe fabric at 1stDibs is $3,600, while they’re typically $390 on the low end and $12,000 for the highest priced.

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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.

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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.

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Questions About Mies Van Der Rohe Fabric

How do I pronounce Mies van der Rohe?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
To pronounce Mies van der Rohe, say "meez van der roh." The architect and furniture designer Ludwig Mies van der Rohe went simply by the name Mies, but you will often see him referred to as "Mies van der Rohe" or as the full "Ludwig Mies van der Rohe." His birth name was Maria Ludwig Michael Mies. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Mies van der Rohe furniture.
Who is Ludwig Mies van der Rohe?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
Ludwig Mies van der Rohe was an architect and furniture designer who helped to define modernist design. He served as the director of the Bauhaus from 1930 to 1933 and moved to Chicago, Illinois, in 1938. He designed many well-known buildings, including the Seagram Building in New York and the apartment towers on Lake Shore Drive in Chicago, where he later lived. On 1stDibs, find a collection of Mies van der Rohe furniture.
What is Mies van der Rohe known for?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
Mies van der Rohe was known for many things. Some people associate him with the Bauhaus School, which he led from 1930 to 1933. Others associate him with his most famous architectural designs, including the Seagram Building in New York. In addition, Mies van der Rohe was an influential furniture designer and the dean of the Illinois Institute of Technology. Find a collection of Mies van der Rohe furniture on 1stDibs.
Did Mies van der Rohe win a competition?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
No, Mies van der Rohe didn't win any major competitions. However, a well-known annual competition shares his name. The European Union awards the Mies van der Rohe Award for outstanding achievements in contemporary architecture every two years. Find a selection of Mies van der Rohe furniture on 1stDibs.
Is Mies van der Rohe in De Stijl?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
No, Mies van der Rohe was not in De Stijl, an art movement active in the Netherlands from 1917 to 1931. However, the movement did influence his thinking about design and helped inspire his work as the director of the Bauhaus from 1930 to 1933. On 1stDibs, find a variety of Mies van der Rohe furniture.
Was Mies van der Rohe a landscape architect?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
No, Mies van der Rohe was not a landscape architect. Although he had no formal architectural training, he designed many buildings around the world from the 1920s through the 1960s. Some of his most well-known designs include the Seagram Building in New York City, the Chicago Federal Complex and Farnsworth House, located in the suburbs of Chicago. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Mies van der Rohe furniture.
How many Mies van der Rohe buildings are in Chicago?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
There are numerous Mies van der Rohe buildings. The campus of the Illinois Institute of Technology is home to 20 of his designs, such as the Minerals and Metals Research Building and the Engineering Research Building. Other Mies van der Rohe buildings found in Chicago include the Promontory Apartments, the 860-880 Lake Shore Apartments, the Chicago Federal Center and the Esplanade Apartment Buildings. Shop a selection of Mies van der Rohe furniture on 1stDibs.
Is Mies van der Rohe famous for the industrial style?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
No, Mies van der Rohe is not most famous for the industrial style. However, many of his later buildings did employ materials typical in the style, such as industrial-grade steel and plate glass. You'll find a selection of Mies van der Rohe furniture on 1stDibs.
Is Ludwig Mies van der Rohe famous for being a formalist?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
No, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe was not famous for being a formalist. A formalist is a designer who adheres to strict rules of one particular style. Mies van der Rohe never attempted to work within the framework of one guiding architectural movement. Instead, he designed buildings and furniture to fit their purpose, always adhering to the principle of "less is more." Shop a range of Mies van der Rohe furniture on 1stDibs.
Is Mies van der Rohe famous for international style?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
Yes. Although he didn't restrict himself to that particular architectural style, Mies van der Rohe is famous for the international style. His work and buildings created by his students and followers heavily influenced the movement. You can see hallmarks of the style in the simplicity of his work, as well as in his use of steel and plate glass construction materials. You'll find a range of Mies van der Rohe furniture on 1stDibs.
Where did Ludwig Mies van der Rohe live in Chicago?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
Ludwig Mies van der Rohe lived in the Lake Shore Drive apartment towers in Chicago. He moved to the city in 1938. Once there, Mies worked as an architect. He also served as the dean of the Illinois Institute of Technology. On 1stDibs, find a variety of Mies van der Rohe furniture.
Who designed tubular steel furniture with Mies van der Rohe?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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.
Is Ludwig Mies van der Rohe famous for Gothic architecture?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
No, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe is not famous for Gothic architecture. The period of Gothic architecture ranges from the 12th to 16th centuries. Mies van der Rohe was active from the 1920s to the 1960s. Historians consider him a modernist designer and architect. You'll find a collection of Mies van der Rohe furniture on 1stDibs.
Is everything Mies van der Rohe produced considered Bauhaus architecture?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
No, not everything that Mies van der Rohe produced is considered Bauhaus architecture. Generally, designs he created during the early 1930s, like the Villa Tugendhat in Brno, Czech Republic, fall under the category. Mies van der Rohe continued to design buildings for decades to come and experimented in a variety of styles. Shop a collection of Mies van der Rohe furniture on 1stDibs.

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