Original design lounge chair BERTOIA

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Overview
The Diamond Chair, designed by Harry Bertoia in 1952, investigates space, form and function. Knoll offers a version finished with 18k gold plating, suited to specification for interiors requiring a distinctive metal finish.

Features

• Wire-mesh lounge chair with sculptural profile; 18k gold-plated finish on the rods.
• Optionally supplied with a removable cushion fastened by lock-snaps.

Construction

• Frame: welded steel rods plated in 18k gold.
• Protective clear lacquer applied to the frame.
• Plastic glides fitted on the base to protect flooring.

Finishes

• Welded steel rod structure with 18k gold plating and clear lacquer coating.

Awards

• Designer of the Year, USA, 1955.
• Certificate of Merit, American Institute of Architects.
• Design Center Stuttgart Award, Germany, 1962.

Dimensions

• Overall dimensions: 85 cm W x 75 cm D x 75 cm H.
• Seat height: 46 cm.

Product Story (excerpt)
Bertoia developed the chair by testing wire rods and shaping forms to support the body, working intuitively with scale and posture rather than prescribing volumes. The result is a lightweight, open lattice that functions as seating while defining space.

Technical specifications

• Designer: Harry Bertoia.
• Year of original design: 1952.
• Model: Bertoia Diamond Chair.
• Frame material: welded steel rods plated in 18k gold.
• Protective coating: clear lacquer on frame.
• Floor protection: plastic glides on base.
• Optional cushion: available and secured with lock-snaps.
• Overall dimensions: 85 cm W x 75 cm D x 75 cm H; seat height 46 cm.