Wassily Chair by Marcel Breuer for Gavina

Description

A pair of Wassily chairs by Marcel Breuer for Gavina, originally designed in 1925, stands as a foundational work of modernist design, where industrial logic and radical reduction converge. Conceived during Breuer’s time at the Bauhaus, the chair redefines seating through the use of tubular steel, translating the language of bicycle construction into furniture. Defined by its continuous steel frame and suspended canvas supports, the design achieves a striking dematerialization, where structure is reduced to line and surface.

The open geometry dissolves traditional notions of mass, emphasizing instead transparency, tension, and spatial clarity. Upholstered in black canvas with visible signs of use, the chairs acquire a pronounced patina that underscores their utilitarian character and historical authenticity.

The softened material contrasts with the precision of the steel frame, reinforcing the dialogue between industrial production and lived experience. Both austere and iconic, the Wassily chair remains a seminal expression of early modernism. An object where innovation, material honesty, and formal clarity are brought into lasting equilibrium. Condition: Good vintage condition, visible wear to canvas Material: Chromed tubular steel, black canvas Designer: Marcel Breuer Model: Wassily (Model B3) Manufacturer: Gavina Design year: 1925 Quantity: 2 Price per chair