1 Century of Evolution

The Chair…

Inspired by an exhibition at the Minneapolis Institute of Arts showing the evolution of the chair for the past 300 years…We decided to put together a collection  of our favorite iconic chairs of the past 100 years. The exhibition at MIA runs through November 28th and admission is free to the public. It showcases designers that have used great design along with functionality resulting in timeless pieces.

Cross Check Chair- Frank Gehry- 1992

Florence Knoll Lounge Chair- Florence Knoll- 1954

S Chair- Verner Panton- 1960

Eames Lounge Chair- Charles and Ray Eames- 1956

MR Lounge Chaise- Ludwig Mies van der Rohe- 1929

Womb Chair- Eero Saarinen- 1948

  Egg Chair- Arne Jacobsen- 1958

 Barcelona Chair- Ludwig Mies van der Rohe- 1929

To find out more about the exhibition click here:  Chairevolution- 300 years of Designing the Chair

These are a few of our favorites…What is yours?

Images: Knoll Design Within Reach

Submitted by: Tasha Tyler