Side Chair
1952 · Chrome-plated steel, enameled steel, and leather
32 x 23 x 22 7/8" (81.3 x 58.4 x 58.1 cm)
Museum of Modern Art
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William Katavolos
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Visionary Architecture
Museum of Modern Art, New York
1960
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20th Century Design from the Museum Collection
Museum of Modern Art, New York
1958–1959
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Good Design
Museum of Modern Art, New York
1952
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William Katavolos was an American designer and architect known for pioneering modernist furniture that merged sculptural form with functional structure. Working primarily in steel, leather, and wood during the postwar period, he developed a distinctive approach to seating and tables that emphasized clean lines and geometric proportion. His designs, often produced in limited editions, reflected the American mid-century commitment to democratic, accessible modernism. Katavolos remained active in design practice and education throughout his career.
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Museum of Modern Art
New York, US
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