Bertoia Side Chair
Harry Bertoia's 1952 innovation transformed seating through minimalist design—a welded steel wire framework that remains iconic and contemporary. The open, precise structure embodies industrial design excellence while allowing light to pass through, creating visual interest from every angle. A cushioned seat pad nestles within the frame, delivering comfort and softness without compromising the chair's elegant geometry. Perfect for dining, workspace, or lounge settings, this design achieves Bertoia's vision: structural integrity, timeless beauty, and functional comfort in one refined silhouette.
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Product Description
Harry Bertoia’s 1950 experiment with bending metal rods into practical art produced a revered collection of seating, including this side chair. Innovative, comfortable and strikingly handsome, the chair’s delicate filigree appearance belies its strength and durability. In Bertoia’s own words, “If you look at these chairs, they are mainly made of air, like sculpture. Space passes through them.”
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| Width | Depth |
| 21.75" | 19.75" |
| Height | Seat Height |
| 28.75" | 17.75" |
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| 26 lbs | |
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About
Bertoia Collection
Design
Harry Bertoia’s delicately industrial wire side chairs are among the most recognized achievements of mid-century modern design.
Style
The entire 1952 wire collection is an astounding study in space, form and function by one of the master sculptors of the last century and a proud part of the Knoll heritage.
Authentic
A sign of authenticity, the Knoll logo is stamped into its base. Chair made in Italy, seat pad made in USA