Timeless Furniture: Wassily chair

Inspired by a folding chair used by British officers in India, designer Marcel Breuer decided to reinvent the colonial chair using steel tubes and leather. The choice of materials was revolutionary at the time, as were the methods of manufacturing the chair. Now a design classic, the Wassily chair has remained a popular choice for lovers of functional art. Despite originally being constructed in the 1920s, this chair is cool and futuristic-looking, even by today’s standards. Modern Furniture stocks a variety of colors in smooth, sturdy leather. With a simple yet comfortable seat, this chair looks great in any small space or corner and is perfect for times when extra seating is required.