Harry Bertoia (American, 1915–1978) for Knoll Associates Diamond Chair, United States, c. 1965, polished metal and upholstery, with maker's tags, ht. 30, wd. 34, dp. 27 in. Note: Bertoia was an Italian-born American artist best known for his sculptures, jewelry, and furniture design. Born in San Lorenzo, Italy, Bertoia moved to Detroit at age 15 where he enrolled in Cass Technical High School. He would later attend the nearby Cranbrook Academy of Art, where he notably studied with Walter Gropius He worked for the Evans Product Company and then the design firm Knoll. Perhaps best known for his furniture made entirely from polished steel wires which create a basket-like shape upon which cushions can rest.
Harry Bertoia (American, 1915–1978) for Knoll Associates Diamond Chair, United States, c. 1965, polished metal and upholstery, with maker's tags, ht. 30, wd. 34, dp. 27 in. Note: Bertoia was an Italian-born American artist best known for his sculptures, jewelry, and furniture design. Born in San Lorenzo, Italy, Bertoia moved to Detroit at age 15 where he enrolled in Cass Technical High School. He would later attend the nearby Cranbrook Academy of Art, where he notably studied with Walter Gropius He worked for the Evans Product Company and then the design firm Knoll. Perhaps best known for his furniture made entirely from polished steel wires which create a basket-like shape upon which cushions can rest.
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