Harry Bertoia (1915–1978) was an American artist and designer who is best known for his furniture designs, particularly his wire mesh chairs. Bertoia was born in Italy and immigrated to the United States in the 1930s, where he began working as a designer and metalworker. He is considered one of the most important figures of the American Mid-century modern design movement.

Bertoia began experimenting with wire mesh in the early 1950s as a material for chair seating, believing that the transparency and flexibility of the material would create a more comfortable and ergonomic chair. From this experimentation, he created his most famous design, the Bertoia Side Chair, which features a sculptural, wire mesh seat and backrest supported by a simple metal frame. The chair was first produced by the Knoll furniture company in 1952 and is still in production today.

Bertoia's designs are known for their simplicity, more...

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A pair of Harry Bertoia upholstered side chairs, USA. With…

A pair of Harry Bertoia upholstered side chairs, USA. With orange seat pads. Height 73.5 cm, width 49 cm, depth 50 cm

A 1960s Harry Bertoia diamond chair for Knoll international New…

A 1960s Harry Bertoia diamond chair for Knoll international New York, USA. Chrome frame. Height 77.5 cm, width 85 cm, depth 60 cm

Three bar stools in the style of Harry Bertoia, American circa…

Three bar stools in the style of Harry Bertoia, American circa 2000's, wired metal frames with padded cushions, 102 cm high, 53 cm wide, 57 cm deep

Harry Bertoia three side chairs for Knoll, polished chrome…

Bertoia's Orange Side Chairs for Knoll

Harry Bertoia three side chairs for Knoll, polished chrome metal frames with orange fabric seat cushions. The United States of America, designed 1952, 74 cm high, 54 cm wide, 46 cm deep

Harry Bertoia diamond chair manufactured by William Latchford &…

Bertoia Diamond Chair: Iconic Design in White and Black

Harry Bertoia diamond chair manufactured by William Latchford & Sons for Knoll, white and black powder coated metal with original orange vinyl cushion. Retains sticker to underside of cushion. The United States of America / Australia, designed 1951, 78 cm…

Harry Bertoia set of six chairs for Knoll; black wire metal…

Bertoia's Black Wire Chairs with White Cushions

Harry Bertoia set of six chairs for Knoll; black wire metal frames powder coated in black with orignal white vinyl cushions. The United States of America; designed 1952; 72 cm high, 53 cm wide, 51 cm deep

Harry Bertoia diamond chair for Knoll; orange fabric cover.…

Orange Diamond Chair by Harry Bertoia

Harry Bertoia diamond chair for Knoll; orange fabric cover. Polished steel rods, plastic glides, and rubber. Italy / the United States of America; c 2000s; 71 cm high, 114 cm wide, 78 cm deep

A set of eight vintage Bertoia style wire side chairs

Vintage Bertoia Style Wire Side Chairs Set of 8

A set of eight vintage Bertoia style wire side chairs

A set of six Bertoia 'Side' chairs for Knoll, white steel-mesh…

Bertoia Knoll Side Chairs with Orange Upholstery

A set of six Bertoia 'Side' chairs for Knoll, white steel-mesh frames on black sleigh legs, each with original orange upholstered seat pad. Height 77 cm, 46 cm, width 540 cm, depth 46 cm

Harry Bertoia (American, 1915-1978), diamond chair, designed…

Rustic Diamond Chair by Harry Bertoia

Harry Bertoia (American, 1915-1978), diamond chair, designed 1952, steel and rubber, stamped 'USA', visible rust to frame, height 70 cm. Provenance: Private Collection, NSW

Harry Bertoia pair of 'Diamond' chairs for Knoll, chromed metal…

Pair of Bertoia Diamond Chairs for Knoll

Harry Bertoia pair of 'Diamond' chairs for Knoll, chromed metal (with certificate of authenticity), United States of America, designed in 1952, 75 cm high, 85 cm wide, 75 cm deep

Harry Bertoia (American, 1915-1978), pair of diamond chairs,…

Bertoia Diamond Chairs with Rust

Harry Bertoia (American, 1915-1978), pair of diamond chairs, designed 1952, white powder-coated steel frame, visible rust (2), height 78 cm width 84 cm depth 70 cm. Provenance: Hall Best family, Sydney.

Harry Bertoia (American, 1915-1978), large diamond lounge chair,…

Bertoia Diamond Lounge Chair, Knoll

Harry Bertoia (American, 1915-1978), large diamond lounge chair, designed 1952/ c. 2005, manufactured by Knoll, chromed steel frame, with black powder coated finish, height 71 cm width 114 cm depth 82 cm. Provenance: Private Collection, Sydney.

A Harry Bertoia 'Bird' chair and ottoman, designed for Knoll in…

Bertoia Bird Chair and Ottoman

A Harry Bertoia 'Bird' chair and ottoman, designed for Knoll in 1952, the bird chair features a lattice seat crafted of steel rods manipulated into a organic and sculptural form. Contrasted with a base comprised of sharp angular detailing, offering a…

Harry Bertoia three bar stools for Knoll; polished chrome and…

Bertoia Chrome Bar Stools for Knoll

Harry Bertoia three bar stools for Knoll; polished chrome and fabric; United States of America; designed 1952; 105 cm high, 54 cm wide, 57 cm deep

Harry Bertoia pair of diamond chairs, chrome and black cotton,…

Bertoia Diamond Chairs

Harry Bertoia pair of diamond chairs, chrome and black cotton, America-Italy, designed 1950s, 75 cm high, 84 cm wide, 75 cm deep

Harry Bertoia four bar stools for Knoll, chrome and olive felt,…

Bertoia Knoll Chrome Stools with Olive Felt (9 words)

Harry Bertoia four bar stools for Knoll, chrome and olive felt, America-Italy, designed 1950s, 104 cm high, 55 cm wide, 56 cm deep

A pair of Bertoia style metal wire Grid chairs, c.1950, height…

Bertoia-style Grid Chairs, c.1950

A pair of Bertoia style metal wire Grid chairs, c.1950, height 80 cm

Harry Bertoia (American, 1915-1978) four dining chairs,…

Bertoia Knoll Dining Chairs with Yellow Cushions

Harry Bertoia (American, 1915-1978) four dining chairs, designed 1952, manufactured by Knoll, chromed steel with yellow pad cushions, retain manufacturer's label

Harry Bertoia (American, 1915-1978), diamond lounge chair,…

Bertoia Diamond Lounge Chair by Knoll

Harry Bertoia (American, 1915-1978), diamond lounge chair, designed 1952, manufactured by Knoll, chromed steel frame, with seat pad, height 75 cm width 77 cm depth 42 cm. Provenance: Dedece, Sydney, 2006. Private Collection, Sydney

Harry Bertoia (American, 1915-1978), diamond lounge chair,…

Yellow Diamond Lounge Chair by Harry Bertoia

Harry Bertoia (American, 1915-1978), diamond lounge chair, designed 1952, manufactured by Knoll, yellow wool fabric upholstery and chromed steel frame, height 85 cm width 77 cm depth 42 cm. Provenance: Dedece, Sydney, 2006. Private Collection, Sydney

Harry Bertoia (American, 1915-1978), diamond lounge chair,…

Yellow Bertoia Diamond Lounge Chair

Harry Bertoia (American, 1915-1978), diamond lounge chair, designed 1952, manufactured by Knoll, yellow wool fabric upholstery and chromed steel frame, height 85 cm width 77 cm depth 42 cm. Provenance: Dedece, Sydney, 2006. Private Collection, Sydney

Harry Bertoia (American, 1915-1978), Asymmetric chaise,…

Bertoia Asymmetric Chaise with Green Wool Upholstery

Harry Bertoia (American, 1915-1978), Asymmetric chaise, designed 1952, manufactured by Knoll, green wool fabric upholstery and chromed steel frame, height 135 cm width 84 cm depth 36 cm. Provenance: Dedece, Sydney, 2006. Private Collection, Sydney

Harry Bertoia (American, 1915-1978), five Bertoia bar stools,…

Bertoia Bar Stools Set with Chrome Frames and Pads

Harry Bertoia (American, 1915-1978), five Bertoia bar stools, designed 1952, manufactured by Knoll, chromed steel frames, with seat pads (5), height 104 cm width 27.5 cm depth 27.5 cm. Provenance: Dedece, Sydney, 2006. Private Collection, Sydney

Harry Bertoia pair of 'Diamond' chairs polished chrome, red…

Red Vinyl Diamond Chairs by Harry Bertoia

Harry Bertoia pair of 'Diamond' chairs polished chrome, red vinyl seat America designed 1952, 75 cm high, 81 cm wide, 70 cm deep

Harry Bertoia three bar stools for Knoll, Pu polished chrome,…

Bertoia Chrome Bar Stools with PVC Seat

Harry Bertoia three bar stools for Knoll, Pu polished chrome, Pvc seat, America, c 2000s, 61 cm high, 55 cm wide, 57 cm deep

A set of six Harry Bertoia wire chairs with seats (minor rust…

Set of 6 Harry Bertoia wire chairs with minor rust

A set of six Harry Bertoia wire chairs with seats (minor rust to frames)

Harry Bertoia (American, 1915-1978). Bird chair, designed 1952…

Bertoia's Bird Chair

Harry Bertoia (American, 1915-1978). Bird chair, designed 1952 manufactured by Knoll international, USA, the welded steel wire frame with cream boucle upholstery

Four Harry Bertoia 420C chairs. C. 1960s manufactured by Knoll…

1960s Knoll International Harry Bertoia 420C Chairs

Four Harry Bertoia 420C chairs. C. 1960s manufactured by Knoll international. White coated welded steel frame. 77 cm high, 46 cm wide, 53 cm deep

Four Harry Bertoia 420C chairs. C. 1960s. Manufactured by Knoll…

Bertoia Knoll Chairs, White Steel, Set of 4

Four Harry Bertoia 420C chairs. C. 1960s. Manufactured by Knoll INternational. White coated welded steel black base. 77 cm high, 46 cm wide, 53 cm deep

A Harry Bertoia diamond chair. C. 1960s. Manufactured by Knoll…

Bertoia Diamond Chair by Knoll: 1960s Steel Design

A Harry Bertoia diamond chair. C. 1960s. Manufactured by Knoll international. White coated welded steel. 79 cm high, 84 cm wide, 66 cm deep

Harry Bertoia, diamond chair, c. 1952, retains decal label…

Bertoia Diamond Chair with Latchford Label

Harry Bertoia, diamond chair, c. 1952, retains decal label 'William Latchford'. Height 77.5 cm

Harry Bertoia, pair of diamond chair's, c. 1952, white plastic…

Bertoia Diamond Chairs, Knoll, 1952

Harry Bertoia, pair of diamond chair's, c. 1952, white plastic coated metal, manufactured by Knoll (2)