Marcel Breuer

Marcel Breuer (1902–1981) was a Hungarian-born modernist designer and architect, celebrated as one of the most influential figures of the Bauhaus movement.

Known as the “father of tubular steel furniture,” Breuer pioneered groundbreaking designs such as the Wassily Chair (Model B3) and the Cesca Chair, which remain icons of 20th-century design. His innovative use of steel, wood, and cane transformed furniture into functional art, combining simplicity, elegance, and durability. Beyond furniture, Breuer’s architectural work – from residential houses to major public buildings – reflected the same modernist ideals of form and function. Today, vintage Marcel Breuer designs are highly collectible, prized for their timeless aesthetic and enduring influence on contemporary interiors.