Description
For your consideration, iconic Bertoia Side Chair (Model 420), designed by the renowned Italian-American artist and designer Harry Bertoia in 1952 for Knoll.
Bertoia, primarily a sculptor, famously described his wire chairs as being "mainly made of air, like sculpture".
The chair features an industrial yet delicate aesthetic constructed from industrial bent and welded steel rods formed into a fluid lattice grid.
This specific vintage version features a black Rilsan with original vinyl cushion. Visible use and wear.
Dimensions: 30" H x 20.75" W x 22.75" D, Seat 17.25" H
Delivery within 200 miles from San Diego CA is available for an additional fee. (LA, OC, PS)
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Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Unrestored original vintage distress present. Expect signs of vintage wear. Preowned vintage condition. Scuffs present, Not new. Patina present.
Curated by AMBIANIC
Origin:
United States
Creator:
Designer: Harry Bertoia
Materials & Techniques:
Metal, Vinyl
Details:
Number of Seats: 1
Country of Origin: United States
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Seat Height: 17.25in
Bertoia, primarily a sculptor, famously described his wire chairs as being "mainly made of air, like sculpture".
The chair features an industrial yet delicate aesthetic constructed from industrial bent and welded steel rods formed into a fluid lattice grid.
This specific vintage version features a black Rilsan with original vinyl cushion. Visible use and wear.
Dimensions: 30" H x 20.75" W x 22.75" D, Seat 17.25" H
Delivery within 200 miles from San Diego CA is available for an additional fee. (LA, OC, PS)
Please visit take a look at our listings, we have an amazing curated collection of hard to find items.
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Unrestored original vintage distress present. Expect signs of vintage wear. Preowned vintage condition. Scuffs present, Not new. Patina present.
Curated by AMBIANIC
Origin:
United States
Creator:
Designer: Harry Bertoia
Materials & Techniques:
Metal, Vinyl
Details:
Number of Seats: 1
Country of Origin: United States
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Seat Height: 17.25in
Condition
Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Unrestored original vintage distress present. Expect signs of vintage wear. Preowned vintage condition. Scuffs present, Not new. Patina present.
Curated by AMBIANIC
Curated by AMBIANIC
Buyer's Premium
20%
Dimensions
30 x 20.75 x 22.75 in
Vintage Bertoia Side Chair by Harry Bertoia, Black Rilsan, 1952
Estimate $240-$680
Starting Bid
$120
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Oct 16, 2026, 1:00 PM EDTNew York, NY, United States
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