Harry Bertoia
American, 1915 - 1978
Harry Bertoia (1915-1978) was an Italian-born American artist, sculptor, and designer. He is best known for his innovative furniture designs and sculptures made from metal wire.
Bertoia immigrated to the United States from Italy in 1930 and studied at the Cranbrook Academy of Art in Michigan. He initially worked as a jewelry designer, but later began experimenting with metal wire as a medium for sculptural forms.
In the 1950s, Bertoia began working with the furniture manufacturer Knoll, creating a series of now-iconic wire chairs that are still in production today. These chairs were praised for their lightweight yet durable construction, as well as their elegant, minimalist design.
Bertoia's sculptural works, which often incorporated sound and movement, were exhibited in museums and galleries around the world. He also designed other pieces of furniture, as well as architectural installations and jewelry.
Today, Bertoia's designs are highly collectible and continue to be produced and sold by leading design companies. His work is celebrated for its innovative use of materials and its ability to blur the boundaries between art and design.
Bertoia immigrated to the United States from Italy in 1930 and studied at the Cranbrook Academy of Art in Michigan. He initially worked as a jewelry designer, but later began experimenting with metal wire as a medium for sculptural forms.
In the 1950s, Bertoia began working with the furniture manufacturer Knoll, creating a series of now-iconic wire chairs that are still in production today. These chairs were praised for their lightweight yet durable construction, as well as their elegant, minimalist design.
Bertoia's sculptural works, which often incorporated sound and movement, were exhibited in museums and galleries around the world. He also designed other pieces of furniture, as well as architectural installations and jewelry.
Today, Bertoia's designs are highly collectible and continue to be produced and sold by leading design companies. His work is celebrated for its innovative use of materials and its ability to blur the boundaries between art and design.
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Mid Century Large Diamond Chair by Harry Bertoia for Knoll
H 28 in W 45 in D 31 in
$ 2,495
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Early Harry Bertoia for Knoll Children's Side Chairs in White Enamel, Pair
H 24 in W 16 in D 15 in
$ 1,200
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Harry Bertoia Framed Monoprint on Rice Paper, USA 1960s
H 16 in W 27 in D 1 in
$ 6,500
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Pair of Bertoia Bar Height Stools in Black with Volo Leather Seat Pad
H 42 in W 21 in D 21 in
$ 3,950
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Vintage Harry Bertoia for Knoll Bird Lounge Chair with Ottoman
H 38 in W 37 in D 33 in
$ 3,995
Harry Bertoia
Unique Welded and Patinated Bronze Sculpture by Harry Bertoia
H 22 in W 10 in D 9 in
$ 68,000
Harry Bertoia
Unique Welded Bronze Sculpture Rare Figurative Form Harry Bertoia
H 33.07 in W 10.24 in D 8.27 in
$ 98,000
Harry Bertoia
Vintage Harry Bertoia Diamond Wire Chair for Knoll
H 30 in W 34 in D 28 in
$ 1,895
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Pair of Harry Bertoia for Knoll Associates Wooden Slat and Metal Y-Frame Benches
H 15 in W 82 in D 18 in
$ 9,500
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Set of Four Harry Bertoia for Knoll Barstool in Chrome & Black Leatherette
H 43 in W 21 in D 22 in
$ 3,795
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