Set of 4 Warren Platner, Knoll

Designed by Warren Platner in 1966, the Platner armchair is one of the most recognizable silhouettes of mid-century modern design. This set of four chairs embodies the designer’s vision of merging decorative elegance with structural clarity, resulting in a form that feels both sculptural and inviting.

Each chair features Platner’s signature steel wire base, meticulously welded into a rhythmic vertical pattern that creates a light, almost transparent presence despite the strength of the material. The curved backrest gently wraps around the sitter, offering both visual softness and ergonomic support. Upholstered in a refined wool textile in a pastel, creamy tone, the chairs bring warmth and tactility to the architectural precision of the metal structure. The color enhances their versatility, allowing them to integrate effortlessly into both contemporary and classic interiors.

Platner sought to reinterpret the grace of traditional furniture through modern techniques, eliminating unnecessary ornament while preserving a sense of luxury. The result is a chair that functions as both seating and statement piece, equally suited for dining spaces, meeting rooms, or curated residential environments.

His collection for Knoll achieved worldwide recognition for transforming industrial steel into forms of remarkable delicacy and sophistication, proving that engineering and beauty can coexist seamlessly.

Dimensions (per chair): Height 73 cm (28.75 in), Width 67 cm (26.5 in), Depth 56 cm (22 in), Seat height 48 cm (19 in).