Friday, June 21, 2019

Harry Bertoia Bird Chair and Ottoman

The Bird Cage.  Our new windows feature two pieces of 20th century modern art by master sculptor Harry Bertoia.  The iconic Bird Chair and ottoman were designed by Bertoia in 1952 and are still part of the Knoll catalogue today.  These are 1960’s production pieces and the cover fabric is original Knoll.  There is an original Knoll label from their East Greenville, PA facility.  East Greenville was the site of the first Knoll factory and is still their headquarters.  Chair 40" h., 38" w., 32" d.  Ottoman 15" h., 24" w., 17" d.  American, c. 1960's  SOLD
Condition:  Good vintage condition with age appropriate wear, some surface scuffs and nicks and 2 small pieces of wire missing from the seat, but not visible with cover in place.  Fabric in good usable condition.