Charles Pfister
American, 1939 - 1990
Charles Pfister was an American architect and furniture designer who was born in 1939 in California and passed away in 1990. He is known for his sleek and functional furniture designs that combine clean lines and elegant forms with high-quality materials and craftsmanship.
Pfister began his career as an architect, working for the renowned design firm Skidmore, Owings & Merrill in San Francisco. He later moved to Switzerland, where he worked for the architectural firm of Tschumi and then for Knoll International, a leading furniture manufacturer.
At Knoll, Pfister designed a number of iconic furniture pieces, including the Pfister Lounge Chair, the Pfister Sofa, and the Pfister Ottoman. These designs are characterized by their simple, geometric forms, use of high-quality materials such as leather and chrome, and attention to detail.
Pfister's furniture designs have been featured in numerous museums and exhibitions, and they continue to be sought after by collectors and design enthusiasts today. In addition to his work in furniture design, Pfister was also an accomplished architect, designing a number of buildings and interiors throughout his career.
Pfister began his career as an architect, working for the renowned design firm Skidmore, Owings & Merrill in San Francisco. He later moved to Switzerland, where he worked for the architectural firm of Tschumi and then for Knoll International, a leading furniture manufacturer.
At Knoll, Pfister designed a number of iconic furniture pieces, including the Pfister Lounge Chair, the Pfister Sofa, and the Pfister Ottoman. These designs are characterized by their simple, geometric forms, use of high-quality materials such as leather and chrome, and attention to detail.
Pfister's furniture designs have been featured in numerous museums and exhibitions, and they continue to be sought after by collectors and design enthusiasts today. In addition to his work in furniture design, Pfister was also an accomplished architect, designing a number of buildings and interiors throughout his career.
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Charles Pfister
Pair of Vintage Charles Pfister for Knoll Leather Cube Chairs
H 26 in W 32 in D 32 in
$ 4,200
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Charles Pfister for Knoll 'Tuxedo' Crushed Orange Velvet Lounge / Armchair
H 22 in W 33 in D 33 in
$ 6,800
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Pair of Pfister Lounge Chairs in Suede with Down Cushions
H 27 in W 33 in D 33 in
$ 2,900
Charles Pfister
Pair of Charles Pfister Cube Lounge Chairs for Knoll
H 24 in W 32 in D 33 in
$ 4,250
Charles Pfister
Pair Charles Pfister - Knoll, Tuxedo Club or Lounge Chairs Mid-Century Classics
H 25 in W 33 in D 33 in
$ 3,200
Charles Pfister
Set of 2 Charles Pfister Lounge Chairs for Knoll, USA, 1970s
H 25.98 in W 32.68 in D 32.68 in
$ 4,390
Charles Pfister
Knoll Charles Pfister Sofa Set in Grey Leather, USA, 1970s
H 26 in W 33 in D 33 in
$ 12,290
Charles Pfister
Charles Pfister for Knoll Settee in Pollack Blue Weave Fabric
H 25 in W 60 in D 33 in
$ 4,800
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Charles Pfister
Executive Leather Desk and Chair by Neils Diffrient for Knoll
H 28 in W 80 in D 40 in
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