Modern Classics Furniture Reproductions: Bauhaus Modern - Mid Century Modern - Scandinavian Modern
Modern Classics Furniture Reproductions: Bauhaus Modern - Mid Century Modern - Scandinavian Modern
The Bauhaus Exhibition Chair (Barcelona Chair Reproduction) was designed in 1929 by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Lilly Riech, his companion and working partner. This iconic chair, known at the time as the MR90, was created specifically for the Pavilion of German representation at the 1929 Universal Exhibition in Barcelona, Spain.
At this Pavillion, Mies van der Rohe empahzied his “less is more” approach to construction through the use of modern materials, minimal structural frameworks and plate glass walls. The MR90 chair and complementary table, were an intregal part of this pavilion. Through the use of black leather cushions on polished steel frames, the clarity of line and form suited the interior of the Pavilion perfectly.
We manufacture our Bauhaus Exhibition chair reproductions very close to the original design, using full-grain, 100% aniline-dyed leather and high quality hand polished stainless steel frames. Shown here in Golden Tan.
| Comparison Feature: | "Original" Brand | Modern Classics Brand | Most Others |
| High Quality Leather in wide variety of colors | Yes | YES- 15 Italian leather colors, plus we can make to your own leather | No |
| Stainless steel frame polished to high luster | NO, Mild steel with only flash chrome plating | YES, Stainless Steel polished to a mirror finish | No, Mild steel with Chrome plating |
| Dimensions of the chair closely match the "original" Brand | Yes | YES, dimensions match, and adjusted for greater seating comfort | No, generally smaller |
| Smooth frame corners | Yes | YES, all seams are welded and ground smooth; leg ends are rounded | Not always ground smooth sharp edges on leg ends |
| Leather belting, finished on both top, bottom and sides and riveted to the frame (2 per strap on each end) | NO, Belting finished on one side only | YES, leather belting finished on both sides and the edges too; riveted. | No, use faux leather over cardboard; not always riveted |
| Leather on top, back and sides of cushions | Yes, all surfaces are leather except small area on seat bottom where there is nylon fabric | YES, all surfaces are leather except small area on seat bottom where there is nylon fabric | No, use faux leather backs and sides |
| Back cushion curved to the frame and attached with double snap system | Yes | YES, curved back cushion with angled bottom; 4 snaps hold the back cushion in place | No, square cushion and no snaps. |
| No Corner seams on the front and back cushion | Yes | YES, we have removed the corner seams on the cushions | Varies |
| Foam Density adjusted for comfort | Yes | YES, we use HR (High Resilient), Multi-Density Foam, Dacron wrapped for superb seat comfort and durability | No extra padding, comfort level poor |
| Retail Price (chair) | $11,000 | $1,350 | $999 or less |
| Exhibition Chair | Exhibition Ottoman | Exhibition Loveseat | Exhibition Sofa |
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| Overall: 30.5w x 31.5d x 31h Seat Ht: 16.5 Seat Depth: 21.5 |
Overall: 24w x 22.75d x 15.75h | Overall: 52w x 31.5d x 31h Seat Ht: 16.5 Seat Depth: 21.5 |
Overall: 73 x 31.5d x 31h Seat Ht: 16.5 Seat Depth: 21.5 |
| $1,350 | $ 730 | $2,130 | $2,810 |
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Modern Classics Furniture is pleased to now offer two levels of Leather: "Primary" and "Scandinavian". Each of the these groupings feature:
We are happy to mail you a physical piece of leather so you can hold it in your hands. Just give a call or e-mail us with your address. Also, if you don't see the color you want, just let us know and we can try to source it.
Below are the swatches of the Primary leather colors we offer for the Bauhaus, L’Epirit Nouveau and Mid-Century Modern Collestions.. Our standard leathers are full-grain, 100% aniline-dyed, corrected with a slight embossing. We do not use split hides leather. Leather thickness is generally 1.0 - 1.2 mm depending on application of seating component for stretching and tailoring the upholstery design and condition.
Click on any of these swatches to see an enlarged view.
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| L103 Polar |
L107 Snow |
L115 Cafe au Lait |
L119 Neutral |
L123 Autumn |
L131 Cocoa |
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| L135 Java |
L139 Charcoal |
L143 Black |
L147 Red |
L151 Apple |
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Below are the swatches of the Premium leather colors we offer for the Bauhaus, L’Epirit Nouveau and Mid-Century Modern Collestions. There is generally a 12% up-charge for all Premium Leathers. Our Premium leathers are full-grain, 100% aniline-dyed. Our Premium grade leathers have a soft feel to them and much of the hides natural grain patterns are retained. They are also a little shinier than the Standard Leather. Premium leather thickness is generally the same the standard leather: 1.0 - 1.2 mm depending on application of seating component for stretching and tailoring the upholstery design and condition. Click on any of these swatches to see an enlarged view.
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| L211 Beige |
L227 Golden |
L235 Espresso |
L243 Black |
L247 Red |
Here at Modern Classics Furniture, we focus tightly on manufacturing and selling furniture in the niche market known as Modern Classics furniture reproductions. Since 1998, we have been a recognized manufacturing and distribution source of modern classic furnishings. Our customers include world renowned architects, interior designers, office furniture dealers, corporate buyers, offices, airports, museums, hotels, and homeowners. We only sell what we make, thus allowing us to control the production process.
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