Friday, December 21, 2012

Barcelona, Barcelona

The other day my SIL came home with a black Barcelona chair and ottoman. While it isn't a Knoll chair, it is a very old Italian chair, probably from the 1960s, as evidenced by the flathead screws and the old label.


Italian leather Barcelona style chair and ottoman

The next day he picked up a gorgeous Knoll version in white. This one has the Knoll signature stainless steel frame.


Knoll Barcelona chair by Mies van der Rohe
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8 comments:

  1. PippaDecember 21, 2012 at 12:28 AM

    The Knoll just has it! :)

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    1. Dana@Mid2ModDecember 21, 2012 at 1:01 AM

      I know the black is really classic, but I agree with you. There's something really great about the white.

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  2. Hunting TigressDecember 21, 2012 at 8:08 AM

    I have always wanted a Barcelona chair but haven't broke down and purchased one yet. Classic style - the white is killer!

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    1. Dana@Mid2ModDecember 21, 2012 at 1:47 PM

      I never thought I wanted one till my SIL got these, and I've fallen in love with how comfortable they are. That may have to be one of my next purchases.

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  3. jamie@midcenturymaniaDecember 21, 2012 at 8:54 AM

    My all time favorite chair. The white is so very classy and the black is just luscious. Do you catch yourself standing there and staring at them?

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    1. Dana@Mid2ModDecember 21, 2012 at 1:47 PM

      Yes, I do...and daydreaming about owning one of them. :)

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  4. NowSoLA VintageDecember 21, 2012 at 10:08 AM

    I just love these chairs! I'll definitely have one someday when I have a place for it.
    Happy Holidays Dana!
    Lara

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    1. Dana@Mid2ModDecember 21, 2012 at 1:49 PM

      These iconic pieces have a way of luring us in, don't they? Happy holidays to you too, Lara!

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