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Set of Four Early Edition MR10 Cantilever Chairs by Mies van der Rohe, Germany

Creator: Ludwig Mies Van Der Rohe
Offered by: AtKris Studio

Description
With a silhouette that seems to defy gravity, these MR10 chairs by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe reflect the optimism and boldness of early modernism. Designed in 1927 for the Weissenhof Estate exhibition in Stuttgart, the MR10 became one of the most enduring expressions of Bauhaus design.

Design
This set of four features chromed tubular steel frames and black leather slings, configured in the iconic cantilever form that eliminated rear legs altogether. Mies, drawing from Mart Stam’s pioneering concepts, refined the design by introducing a continuous curved frame, offering both comfort and elegance. The steel loops under tension provide resilience, while the leather seat and backrest conform to the body with balanced support. An exposed spring system secures the backrest, an element typical of early production and seldom seen in later editions. The reverse of each chair reveals this construction in full, a detail often removed or hidden in post-war manufacturing.

While the design itself is unmistakably Mies van der Rohe, the precise production date of this set is uncertain. There are no visible maker’s marks, and although construction details and patina suggest an earlier German manufacture, possibly from the 1940s or 1950s, definitive dating is not confirmed.

Condition
These chairs retain their sculptural clarity and lightness of form. Each shows wear consistent with age. Chrome has a soft patina, and the original leather is intact but shows surface wear and creasing, particularly at the back.

More Information

Documentation:	Documented elsewhere (exact item)
Origin:	Germany
Period:	1920-1949
Materials:	Chrome, Leather
Condition:	Good.
Creation Date:	1927
Number of Pieces:	4-5
Styles / Movements:	Modern, Bauhaus, Art Deco
Incollect Reference #:	831083

Dimensions

W.	18.9 in;	H.	31.89 in;	D.	26.77 in;
W.	48 cm;	H.	81 cm;	D.	68 cm;

Seat H.	18.5 in;
Seat H.	47 cm;

Message from Seller:

AtKris Studio curates exceptional 20th-century design pieces by renowned European artists such as Gio Ponti, Nanna Ditzel, and other celebrated Italian and Danish designers. For inquiries or assistance, feel free to contact us at +31 6 57840458 or info@atkrisstudio.com.