A rare pair of Custom Brno Armless Chairs, originally designed by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe in 1929. These specific examples were manufactured in the US by Treitel Gratz in 1959 for the prestigious Four Seasons Restaurant in New York City. The chairs feature a distinctive bent brushed steel cantilever base and retain their original navy fabric upholstery. Representing the transition from the Bauhaus period, these chairs utilize flat bar construction rather than tubular steel. The set is in good vintage condition with some signs of use on the upholstery and minor scuffs on the frames.
- Designed by Mies van der Rohe in 1929
- Manufactured by Treitel Gratz in 1959 for the Four Seasons Restaurant in NYC
- Bent brushed steel cantilever base
- Original navy fabric upholstery
- Flat bar construction signifying the end of the Bauhaus period
Details
- Category
- Chairs
- Backrest Type
- Upholstered
- Chair Features
- Upholstered
- Pattern
- Solid
- Armrest Type
- No armrests
- Seat Type
- Upholstered
- Materials
- Steel, Fabric
Questions & answers
- How much does it cost, and where can I buy it?
- This Gratz Industries chair is sold by 2 retailers for $20,000.00. The lowest in-stock price is $20,000.00. Available at 1stdibs.com and rarify.co.
- Is it in stock?
- Yes. It's in stock at 2 of 2 retailers.
- What are the key features?
- Key features include Designed by Mies van der Rohe in 1929, Manufactured by Treitel Gratz in 1959 for the Four Seasons Restaurant in NYC, Bent brushed steel cantilever base, Original navy fabric upholstery, and Flat bar construction signifying the end of the Bauhaus period.
- What is it made of?
- It's made of steel and fabric.
- What's its armrest type?
- Its armrest type is no armrests.
- What's its backrest type?
- Its backrest type is upholstered.