Set of 4 MR10 chairs by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe for Knoll

An absolute icon of international design, the MR10 model is offered at auction in a refined set of four pieces. Designed by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, the chair combines the structural purity of metal with the natural materiality of rattan.

Design and History

Presented at the Weissenhof Exhibition (1927), the MR10 represents one of the most emblematic manifestos of the Modern Movement. Its characteristic cantilevered chrome-plated tubular steel structure is one of the first and most successful applications of bent steel tubing in furniture, providing structural elasticity and comfort without the need for upholstery.

Lot Condition

The set consists of 4 Knoll International chairs and is in excellent used condition.

• Frame: Stable and well-preserved chrome-plated tubular steel frame, with slight signs of age and a recent polishing that enhances its original brilliance.
• Seat and backrest: Tight and intact natural rattan weave, free from structural sagging, treated with specific products that preserve its patina.
• Authenticity: Original Knoll International label present under the frame.

Don't miss the opportunity to acquire this set of MR10 chairs, an authentic testament to Mies van der Rohe's design philosophy, ideal for high-profile living and dining environments.

Designer: Ludwig Mies van der Rohe

A pivotal figure in 20th-century architecture and the last director of the Bauhaus, Mies van der Rohe defined the principles of modern rationalism through a language based on rigor, essentiality, and structural clarity.

Manufacturer: Knoll International

Founded in 1938, Knoll is among the leading international references in modernist design, custodian and official manufacturer of projects by the great masters of the 20th century, synonymous with quality and authenticity.