Harry Bertoia

Harry Bertoia (1915-1978) was a complete and gifted artist. He taught jewelry design and metal work at the Cranbrook Academy. In 1946 he moved to California to help Charles Eames develop methods of laminating and bending plywood. Florence and Hans Knoll traveled to California and encouraged Bertoia to set up his own metal shop in a corner of Knoll’s production facility. His iconic wire furniture collection, introduced in 1952, is recognized worldwide as one of the great achievements of 20th century furniture design. Bertoia continued to be involved in the Knoll story by providing sculptures and architectural installations for Planning Unit projects.

Bertoia Bench with teak slats, Black rilsan Knoll

Bertoia Bench with White Acrylic Stone slats Knoll

Bertoia Diamond Armchair unupholstered, chrome Knoll

Bertoia Diamond Armchair unupholstered: Outdoor Black Knoll

Bertoia Diamond Armchair unupholstered: Outdoor White Knoll

Bertoia High Back Armchair, Capraia Sage Knoll

Bertoia High Back Armchair, Capraia Sky/blue Knoll

Bertoia High Back Ottoman, Capraia Sage Knoll

Bertoia High Back Ottoman, Capraia Sky/blue Knoll

Bertoia Large Diamond Armchair, Chrome, Bright Red Knoll

Bertoia Plastic Side Chair, Orange Red, Polished Chrome Knoll

Bertoia seat pad for Diamond armchair, Vinyl Black Knoll

Bertoia seat pad for Diamond armchair, Vinyl White Knoll

Bertoia seat pad for side chair and stools, Tonus Black Knoll

Bertoia seat pad for side chair and stools, Tonus Bright Red Knoll

Bertoia seat pad for side chair and stools, Vinyl Black Knoll
