Availability: Black and white generally in stock, all other colors are custom made and take between 2-10 weeks to deliver

The Wassily Chair (1925) was inspired by a mid nineteenth century folding chair used by the British army officers on campaign in India.

Known simply as the 'Colonial Chair', the elegant simplicity of this predecessor has been subtly preserved although the Wassily has a completely different aesthetic effect, and affords a much more generous, and relaxing seat.

Although the lines of the 'Colonial's tilted seat and canted back, are still to be seen in the Wassily, Breuer has created something shockingly modern for the 1920s, and utterly futuristic even by todays standards. This humble design, continuously elevated by international acclaim, remains a timeless example of functional art. It seems to have lost none of its startling revolutionary appeal after more than three quarters of a century, and remains an endearing and enduring icon. Its tubular steel frame supports a veritable cat's cradle of cosy leather strapping and one can only imagine Kandinsky's (for whom it was designed) delight when it was delivered to his quarters at Dessau Bauhaus, .

Materials: Chrome plated tubular steel frame Seat back and armrests made of full grain composite leather straps. Seat slants from 11.5 - 17". Frame elements bolted together.

Note:Custom orders are non returnable