Designed by Harry Bertoia in 1952, the Knoll Bertoia Side Chair with Cowhide is a celebrated icon of mid-century modern design, combining sculptural wire construction with the natural beauty of genuine cowhide.
Its distinctive silhouette brings together industrial precision and organic texture, creating a statement piece for contemporary dining rooms and design-led interiors.
Crafted from expertly welded steel rods, the Bertoia Side Chair features an elegant open framework that creates a sense of visual lightness. The cowhide seat introduces rich natural texture and individual tonal variations, ensuring each chair has its own unique character. This striking contrast between polished metalwork and natural materials makes it equally suited to minimalist, modernist and eclectic interiors.
Part of the iconic Knoll Bertoia Collection, this designer dining chair reflects Harry Bertoia’s innovative approach to furniture as functional sculpture. Pair it with a contemporary dining table or mix it with complementary materials to create a distinctive, curated interior.
Discover the original Knoll Bertoia Side Chair Cowhide at Cimmermann, where modernist design meets enduring craftsmanship.
Materials: Base - Welded steel with rods in polished chrome, painted bronze or bonded Rilsan (durable - scratch, chip and chemical resistant in black or white). Black plastic glides. Cowhide seat
Dimensions: Height - 73cm (Seat Height - 45cm) x Width - 54cm x Depth - 58cm
Delivery Time: Around 8 weeks
** Originally designed in 1952. Authorised Knoll Original - The Knoll logo is stamped on the base of each chair
Harry Bertoia was a complete and gifted artist. He started life as a metal worker who was ahead of his time and crossed boundaries daily. His famous designs for Knoll are truly unique and his original trade of metal worker can clearly be seen. Knoll historian Brian Lutz once said “Bertoia’s paintings were better than his sculptures. And his sculptures were better than his furniture. And his furniture was absolutely brilliant."
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