Influenced by the Bauhaus master Marcel Breuer, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe quickly realized the value of tubular steel. He created the MR Chair in 1927, combining modern materials with the classic form of nineteenth-century iron rocking chairs.
With its graceful curves and cantilevered structure, the chair takes on a striking form that flexes to comfortably support the movements of the seated person. In 1948, Mies granted Knoll exclusive rights to manufacture his furniture, including the MR Series.
An original Ludwig Mies van der Rohe Design, the frame is stamped with the Knoll logo and the designer’s signature.
