Celebrate one of the most influential innovations in modern furniture design with the Mart Stam Cantilever Chair, a Bauhaus-era masterpiece that helped redefine how seating could look, feel, and function. Introduced in 1926 by Dutch architect and designer Mart Stam, this groundbreaking chair eliminated traditional rear legs in favor of a continuous tubular steel frame—creating the now-iconic cantilever form that appears to float in space.
Born in 1899, Stam was already producing visionary work by his mid-twenties. His cantilever chair, originally developed for the Weissenhof-Siedlung exhibition in Stuttgart, quickly gained international attention and influenced a generation of modernist designers, including Mies van der Rohe, Eileen Gray, and Marcel Breuer. The design became a defining symbol of early modernism and remains a staple in contemporary architecture and interiors.
Stam’s work through the Bauhaus movement and his involvement in large-scale architectural projects helped cement his reputation as a pioneering voice in modern design. After World War II, he contributed to reconstruction efforts across Germany, advocating for a forward-thinking modernist approach to rebuilding. His influence continues to shape furniture and architectural design worldwide.
The cantilever chair itself emerged from experimentation with industrial materials and new production techniques, including cold-drawn steel tubing used in early 20th-century manufacturing. Though similar ideas were being explored by contemporaries, Mart Stam was ultimately recognized by a German court as the originator of the cantilever chair design—securing his place in design history.
Expertly crafted in Italy, this version stays true to the original Bauhaus vision with precision materials and clean, architectural lines. The chair features a chrome-plated tubular steel frame paired with a black hide leather seat and backrest, delivering both structural elegance and everyday comfort. Fully assembled and ready to use, it functions equally well as a dining chair, accent chair, or design statement in modern interiors.
Key Features
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Iconic Mart Stam cantilever chair design (1926)
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Influential piece from the Bauhaus and early modernist movement
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Made in Italy with premium craftsmanship
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Chrome-plated tubular steel frame for strength and visual lightness
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Black hide leather seat and backrest
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Signature cantilever structure with no rear legs
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Fully assembled for immediate use
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Ideal for modern homes, dining spaces, offices, and design-forward interiors
Dimensions
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Height: 32 1/2"
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Width: 19 1/4"
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Depth: 25 1/4"
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Seat height: 18"