Warren Platner Dining Room Chairs
American, 1919-2006
Though vintage Warren Platner chairs, sofas and interiors are icons of mid-century modernism, the architect and furniture designer took his stylistic inspiration from as far back as 18th-century France, once saying about his seminal collection for Knoll that his design intent was to evoke “the kind of decorative, gentle, graceful kind of design that appeared in period style like Louis XV.”
Indeed, the marriage of modern sensibility and classical grace is a marker of Platner’s style across furnishings and interiors — both genres in which he left an enduring legacy.
Born in 1919 in Baltimore, Maryland, Platner studied architecture at Cornell before cutting his teeth working for design icons like Eero Saarinen and Kevin Roche, eventually serving as head of interior design in the latter’s office. In 1965, Platner opened his own office, in Greenwich, Connecticut, where he continued to hone his particular brand of graceful modernism.
Knoll released the Platner Collection of seating and tables in 1966. (Originally designed in 1962, the suite took nearly four years of development to bring to life.)
The decorative bent-metal-and-glass pieces — an armchair, a dining table and more — make certain nods to the trademarks of his former employers, but also to the shapes of historic European furniture. The sculptural elegance of his line recalls Saarinen’s iconic Tulip collection, which includes armchairs and dining tables, while his materiality aligns with Roche’s cutting-edge use of glass and metal for the headquarters of the Ford Foundation in New York.
Many of Platner’s Knoll pieces would go on to find homes in a certain fabled locale: the Windows on the World restaurant at the original World Trade Center, whose interiors Platner was tapped to outfit in the mid-1970s. Upon the opening of the restaurant in 1976, New York Times architecture critic Paul Goldberger dubbed its style “sensuous modernism” — an apt tagline for Platner’s oeuvre as a whole.
Platner died in 2006 at the age of 86. His furniture is still produced by Knoll, and original examples — along with idiosyncratic custom works he created for interior design clients — are coveted by collectors today.
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Creator: Warren Platner
Set of Wire Dining Table and Four Chairs by Warren Platner for Knoll, US - 1960s
By Warren Platner, Knoll
Located in Berlin, DE
Beautiful early set of dining table with smoked glass top and six matching dining chairs with yellow fabric.
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Warren Platner for Knoll Black Frame Dining Chairs in Kelly Wearstler Upholstery
By Warren Platner
Located in Dallas, TX
We have newly upholstered these stunning and rare black dining chairs by Warren Platner for Knoll in a Kelly Wearstler upholstery. Fabric is black, off-white and tan.
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Warren Platner Dining Room Chairs
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Set of 7 Bronze Chairs designed by Warren Platner for Knoll
By Warren Platner
Located in Dallas, TX
This fabulous set of 7 bronze Warren Platner Chairs are ready for your reinvention! Designed for Knoll in 1966, these chair frames are rare and difficult to find with a good metal c...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Warren Platner Dining Room Chairs
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Warren Platner for Knoll Mid Century Bronzed Steel Dining Chair
By Warren Platner, Knoll
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Warren Platner for Knoll Mid Century Bronze Dining Chair
This chair measures: 27.5 wide x 21.5 deep x 29.5 inches high, with a seat height of 15 and arm height/chair clearance of 24...
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Vintage Pair of Mid Century Warren Platner Dining Chairs for Knoll
By Warren Platner, Knoll
Located in North Hollywood, CA
[Pair of Mid Century Warren Platner Dining Chairs for Knoll]
This sophisticated set of mid-century dining chairs, crafted by Warren Platner for Knoll, features gracefully curved, ni...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Warren Platner Dining Room Chairs
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4 Warren Platner for Knoll Dining Chairs in Bronze Armchairs
By Warren Platner
Located in Miami, FL
A set of 4 sculptural armchairs by Warren Platner for Knoll. These are in the classic bronze finish. The upholstery is vintage and was probably redone in the 80s-90s. All retain the ...
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1970s American Vintage Warren Platner Dining Room Chairs
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Pair of Wire Chairs by Warren Platner for Knoll
By Knoll, Warren Platner
Located in Berlin, DE
Pair of wire chairs designed by Warren Platner for Knoll International in the early 1960s. Early production pieces with steel wire bases, upholstered in blue and grey fabric. A true ...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Warren Platner Dining Room Chairs
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$13,874 / set
Warren Platner Mid Century Dining Chairs - Pair
By Knoll, Warren Platner
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Warren Platner Mid Century Dining Chairs - Pair
Each chair measures: 27.5 wide x 21.5 deep x 29.5 high, with a seat height of 17.5 and arm height/chair clearance 24.25 inches
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Warren Platner Dining Room Chairs
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$5,195 / set
Warren Platner for Knoll Dining Chair, Circa 1970s
By Knoll, Warren Platner
Located in Wheat Ridge, CO
Warren Platner for Knoll circa 1970s armchair / dining chair.
In the 1960's, Warren Platner transformed steel wire into a sculptural furniture collection, creating what is now consi...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Warren Platner Dining Room Chairs
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Warren Platner was a luminary in the world of modern design, Platner's career was marked by a relentless pursuit of innovation and elegance. Trained as an architect, he seamlessly transitioned into the realm of furniture design, leaving an indelible mark with his distinctive creations.
Platner's ingenuity was particularly evident in his collaboration with Knoll, a legendary name in the world of modern furniture. Founded in 1938 by Hans Knoll and later joined by his wife Florence Knoll, the company became synonymous with cutting-edge design and a commitment to quality craftsmanship. Knoll became a trailblazer, collaborating with visionaries like Warren Platner to create pieces that would go on to define an era.
The Platner Lounge Chairs, with their unique design and quality materials, stand as a testament to the enduring legacy of both Warren Platner and Knoll. These chairs aren't just pieces of furniture; they are collectors' items, highly sought after by those who appreciate the intersection of art and functionality.
In a world where trends come and go, the Platner Lounge Chairs stand the test of time. They aren't just a place to sit; they are an experience, a visual and tactile journey into the lap of luxury. Owning these chairs isn't just a choice; it's an affirmation of a lifestyle that values the finer things – where comfort meets design, and every piece of furniture is a statement.
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Warren Platner for Knoll Wire Stool
By Knoll, Warren Platner
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Industrial and organic steel wire stool by Warren Platner from the Platner Collection for Knoll, after 1966. Newly upholstered in a creamy, textural wool. In excellent condition. Cur...
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Vintage Warren Platner Lounge Chairs and Table for Knoll
By Warren Platner
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
Pair of lounge chairs and table designed by Warren Platner, circa 1970s. A Stunning set in original upholstery.
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By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
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Warren Platner for Knoll Nickel Wire Dining Table
By Knoll, Warren Platner
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Warren Platner polished nickel dining table base by Knoll.
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Warren Platner for Knoll Original Bronzed Easy Lounge Chair in Boucle Pearl
By Knoll, Warren Platner
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Dining Room Set with Table and Four Chairs by Giotto Stoppino, Italy 1970s
By Giotto Stoppino
Located in Hellouw, NL
Very nice dining room set by Giotto Stoppino from the 1970s in Italy. This set consists of a dining table and four matching dining room chairs. The table has a tubular, chrome-plated...
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Replica Warren Platner for Knoll Style Chrome and 54" Glass Dining Table
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Warren Platner for Knoll Mid Century Bronze Dining Chairs - Set of 4
By Knoll, Warren Platner
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Set of 2 Warren Platner chairs in bronze and brown leather, Knoll International
By Warren Platner
Located in amstelveen, NL
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By Knoll, Warren Platner
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By Knoll, Warren Platner
Located in amstelveen, NL
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By Knoll, Warren Platner
Located in Palm Springs, CA
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By Knoll, Warren Platner
Located in Franklin Park, IL
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Set of 6 Warren Platners Chairs in cream/beige fabric by Knoll International
By Knoll, Warren Platner
Located in amstelveen, NL
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Marble-Top Table by Warren Platner
By Warren Platner
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful table by Warren Platner, New York, New York, 1960's. Platner Collection dining table Model 3716T, with chrome-plated steel and off-white marble top.
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Eight Warren Platner Chairs
By Warren Platner
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful chairs by Warren Platner, New York, New York, 1960's. Platner Collection, chrome-plated steel, white boucle upholstery fabric. Each with Knoll sticker and upholstery label....
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Warren Platner dining room chairs for sale on 1stDibs.
Warren Platner dining room chairs are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of metal and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Warren Platner dining room chairs, although black editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original dining room chairs by Warren Platner were created in the mid-century modern style in north america during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider dining room chairs by Weiman/Warren Lloyd, Jack Lenor Larsen, and George Nakashima Studio. Prices for Warren Platner dining room chairs can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $9,910 and can go as high as $32,500, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $19,496.