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Retro furniture not just sounds interesting; it also has a rich history to be proud of. The word "retro" has its origin from the 1950's cutting right through the times with current furniture items. The decade produced a diverse range of ideas and innovative furniture. There were many names and designs that revolutionized the furniture era with modern designs like steel tubular furniture, G-plan and other innovative designs that forms the concept of 'retro'.

Retro belongs to Mid Century classics and includes Bauhaus furniture and lavish leather sofas that left its modern impression and are still much adored. The style is back and it's the rage like never before. But before we purchase some classic retro furniture, let us learn a bit about its history. Belonging to the era and before are some names that have steeped the history of retro Modern Classic furniture. Telling the tale of some unsung and recognized heroes from the times should include,

Eileen Gray: An unsung name, Eileen Gray was a designer and architect who won acclaim quite later in her life. Her designs were modern and had an individualistic mark that inspired both modernists and the Art Deco. Her collaboration with architect and critic Jean Badovici led to introduction of tubular steel furniture, rugs and lighting for her studio and Galerie Jean Désert.

Joseph Hoffman: An Austrian architect and town planner, he was popularly known as "Quadralateral Hoffmann" for his passion for geometric forms. His armchairs and sofas in geometric patterns were a rage with modern classic designer and craftsmen. Hoffman`s modern classic work combined the rationalism of Wagner with geometrical, rectilinear style of decoration influenced by Charles R. Mackintosh.

Le Corbusier : Charles-Edouard Jeanneret-Gris, or more popularly known as Le Corbusier (October 6, 1887 - August 27, 1965), was a Swiss-born architect, designer, urbanist, writer and painter. Also recognized for his visionary architecture, what now is called Modern Architecture, Le Corbusier started his venture on furniture design in 1928 after inviting the architect, Charlotte Perriand, to join his studio.

Charles Ray Eames: Charles Eames (1907-1978) and his wife started the modern classics trend in the 20th century with their great designs and child-development toys and puzzles. They were a successful couple whose work designs like Seating Furniture in mesh, metal legged chairs and other revolutionary designs were much admired worldwide.

George Nelson: George Nelson was a visionary architect and designer with rare talent. His work includes Marshmallow sofa, the Nelson platform bench and the first L-Shaped Desk, a forerunner to the present-day modern workstation. He also designed graphic wall clocks, bubble lamps made of self-webbing plastic and developed forward looking, occasionally futuristic concepts.

Harry Bartoia: A futuristic Italian designer, Harry Bertoia envisioned futuristic designs that inspire people today. His patented Diamond Chair for Knoll in 1952 is an unusually beautiful piece of furniture. The unique quality about the chair was its robustness within the light and almost petite frame, making it a huge commercial success. With the success of Diamond chair, the world was introduced to a new material-Wire Mesh and it was a great icon of Modern Design.

Marcel Breuer: Marcel Breuer is famous even today for his modern classic designs better known as the Breuer Chairs. Well acclaimed for his Simplistic designs combined with neat lines make these chairs exceptionally popular. The range of Breuer chairs includes Marcel Breuer Cesca Arm Chair, Breuer Wassily Chair, and Marcel Breuer Cesca Chair etc. Besides Breuer Chairs, the Breuer label is also known for Marcel Breuer Bookshelves.

Mies Van Der Rohe: A popular architect of his times, Mies Van Der Rohe built one of his most famous buildings, the German Pavilion at the International Exposition in Barcelona, for which he also created a chair called the Barcelona Chair. He was considered a visionary architect whose work was much acclaimed worldwide.

Retro design furniture from the Fifties onwards includes many designers from the USA as well as Europe and Scandinavia. From the US, designers had a huge impact on furniture production throughout the, world. Once you have decided on a retro theme of furniture like mesh, steel or leather or perhaps a merger of themes, check out for details like color and finish the manufacturer has to offer. Retro is backing the big way. And you can be sure that it will be in vogue. How you team it up with your Modern Furniture is a creative venture by itself.

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Bertoia Style Steel Wire Mesh Chair with Pad $293.91 Bertoia Style Steel Wire Mesh Chair with Pad Dimension: 33.25"W x 25"D x 30"H Seat Height: 16.5"H from ground up and 20"D Leatherette seat cushion: 20"W and 18"D Finish: Silver and Black Material: Metal and Leatherette Steel wire mesh chair with chrome feel. Simple yet stylish design in a geometric shape. Completes with leatherette seat pad for comfort. Steel legs with plastic none-slip glider.

8340 Bertoia Style Wire Barstool $165 Steel wire mesh barstool with chrome feel Simple yet stylish design Completes with leatherette seat pad for comfort Steel legs and plastic none-slip glider

Bertoia Style Steel Wire Mesh Bar Stool with Pad $249.98 "Bertoia Style Steel Wire Mesh Bar Stool with Pad Dimension: 21"W x 23"D x 41"H. Seat Height: 26.25" at the lowest point, 28" at the front, 30" at the front corners Seat Width: 21.5" Seat Depth: 17" Seat Back: 14.5" Leatherette seat cushion measures: 16.75"W and 16.5"L. Finish: Silver and Black Material: Metal and Leatherette Steel wire mesh barstool with chrome feel. Simple yet stylish design in a geometric shape. Completes with leatherette seat pad for comfort. Steel legs with plastic none-slip glider. Assembly required. "

Wholesale Interiors 8300 Bertoia Wire Side Chair with Leatherette Seat Pad $194 Bertoia Wire Side Chair with Leatherette Seat Pad by Wholesale Interiors 8300. Steel wire mesh chair with chrome feel. Simple yet stylish design in a geometric shape. Completes with leatherette seat pad for comfort. Steel legs with plastic none-slip protector.SpecificationThis item includes:8300 Bertoia Wire Side Chair with Leatherette Seat PadChair measures: 33.25"W x 25"D x 30"HSeat Height is 16.5" from ground up and 20"DLeatherette seat cushion measures 20"W and 18"DColor: Chrome Steel/black padPlease refer to the Specifications to determine what items are included since sometimes the image shows more or less items. If you are not sure, please contact us and our customer service will be glad to help.

Wholesale Interiors 8320 Bertoia Wire Side Chair with Leatherette Seat Pad $153 Bertoia Wire Side Chair with Leatherette Seat Pad by Wholesale Interiors 8320. Steel wire mesh chair with chrome feel. Simple yet stylish design. Completes with leatherette seat pad for comfort. Steel legs and plastic none-slip glider.SpecificationThis item includes:8320 Bertoia Wire Side Chair with Leatherette Seat PadChair measures 21"W x 23"D x 32"HSeat height is 16" and depth is 17"Leatherette seat cushion measures 16.75"W x 16.5"DColor: Chrome Steel/black padPlease refer to the Specifications to determine what items are included since sometimes the image shows more or less items. If you are not sure, please contact us and our customer service will be glad to help.

8320 Bertoia Style Wire Side Chair $153 Steel wire mesh chair with chrome feel Simple yet stylish design Completes with leatherette seat pad for comfort Steel legs and plastic none-slip glider

8300 Bertoia Style Diamond Wire Chair $194 Steel wire mesh chair with chrome feel Simple yet stylish design in a geometric shape Completes with leatherette seat pad for comfort Steel legs with plastic none-slip glider

Bertoia Barstool, Fully Upholstered $1160 Bertoia's 1950 experiment with bending metal rods into practical art produced a revered collection of seating, including this Barstool, designed in 1952. The Fully Upholstered Bertoia Barstool features a base and basket of welded steel with rods in Polished or Satin Chrome, or a highly durable outdoor powder coat in two colors. Includes stainless steel connections and plastic glides. Features your choice of fabric stretched over the wire seat basket and attached with hooks.

Bertoia Side Chair, Fully Upholstered $855 Bertoia's 1950 experiment with bending metal rods into practical art produced a revered collection of seating, including this side chair. In Bertoia's own words, "If you look at these chairs, they are mainly made of air, like sculpture. Space passes through them." The Collection is offered with a seat cushion or full-cover upholstery option. The Fully Upholstered Bertoia Side Chair features a base and basket of welded steel with rods in Polished or Satin Chrome, or highly durable outdoor powder coat. The Chair includes stainless steel connections and plastic glides. The full cover option features your choice of fabric stretched over the wire seat basket and attached with hooks.

Bertoia Asymmetric Chaise, Fully Upholstered $6326 Harry Bertoia designed the Asymmetric Chaise in the early 1950s, but the chair was never produced beyond the prototypical form. Sculptural, airy, and breathtaking in shape and form, the Asymmetric Chaise is considered to be a masterpiece of mid-century American furniture. The Full Cover version is stretched over the wire frame and attach with hooks.

BS83401 Bertoia Series Black Wire Barstool $149 This minimalistic contemporary bar stool is a tribute to the sparse nature of much of modern design The modern stool is completely made up of sturdy steel that has been finished in pure black The legs end in silver disc-shaped feet Comfort is enhance...

Sculptor Harry Bertoia $99.99 Andreas Feininger Sculptor Harry Bertoia - Premium Photographic Print

Bertoia Bench $3461 The finest details are behind the Bertoia Bench. Solid wood slats are pre-treated to prevent sagging or warping. The frame is made of welded steel with rods polished in Chrome or bonded Rilsan. The frame is scratch, chip and chemical resistant with stainless steel connections and four plastic glides. Available with or without an upholstered cushion in a range of textile options.

Wire handle Beach mesh bag $12.98 Wire handle Beach mesh bag Color: Black

Knoll Bertoia Barstool $958.11 "Harry Bertoia's 1950 experiment with bending metal rods into practical art produced a revered collection of seating, including this enviroment-enhancing barstool. Innovative, comforable and strikingly handsome, the Bertoia barstool's delicate filigree appearance belies its strength and durability. In Bertoia's own words, If you look at these chairs, they are mainly made of air, like sculpture. Space passes through them. The collection is offered with a seat cushion or full-cover upholstery option. "

Bertoia Side Chair, Unupholstered $481 Bertoia's 1950 experiment with bending metal rods into practical art produced a revered collection of seating, including this side chair. In Bertoia's own words, "If you look at these chairs, they are mainly made of air, like sculpture. Space passes through them." The Unupholstered Bertoia Side Chair features a base and basket of welded steel with rods in Polished or Satin Chrome, or highly durable outdoor powder coat. The Chair includes stainless steel connections and plastic glides.

Bertoia Bench Cushion $257 The finest details are behind the Bertoia Bench. The optional Cushion is made of firm foam upholstered in your choice of fabric or leather with welt detail. Three cushions maximum per bench.

Bertoia Bird Ottoman $781 Designed as a companion to the Bertoia Bird Chair, this Ottoman is constructed with lasting techniques and materials. The frame is welded steel with rods polished in Chrome or bonded Rilsan, making it scratch, chip and chemical resistant. The Ottoman cover is offered in a variety of textiles.

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Bertoia Side Chair $539.01 "Harry Bertoia's 1950 experiment with bending metal rods into practical art produced a revered collection of seating, including this side chair. Innovative, comfortable and strikingly handsome, the chair's delicate filigree appearance belies its strength and durability. In Bertoia's own words, If you look at these chairs, they are mainly made of air, like sculpture. Space passes through them. The collection is offered with a seat cushion or full-cover upholstery option."

Bertoia Barstool, Unupholstered $855 Bertoia's 1950 experiment with bending metal rods into practical art produced a revered collection of seating, including this Barstool, designed in 1952. The Unupholstered Bertoia Barstool features a base and basket of welded steel with rods in Polished or Satin Chrome, or a highly durable outdoor powder coat in two colors. The Barstool includes stainless steel connections and plastic glides.

Bertoia Barstool with Seat Cushion $960 Bertoia's 1950 experiment with bending metal rods into practical art produced a revered collection of seating, including this Barstool, designed in 1952. The Bertoia Barstool with Seat Cushion features a base and basket of welded steel with rods in Polished or Satin Chrome, or a highly durable outdoor powder coat in two colors. Includes stainless steel connections and plastic glides. Cushion is secured to the Barstool with domed metal lock snaps. Seat cushion has fabric edges.

Chisel Stainless Steel Wire Mesh Cuff Bracelet $36.99 Chisel Stainless Steel Wire Mesh Cuff Bracelet

Bertoia Asymmetric Chaise, Unupholstered $5521 Harry Bertoia designed the Asymmetric Chaise in the early 1950s, but the chair was never produced beyond the prototypical form. Sculptural, airy, and breathtaking in shape and form, the Asymmetric Chaise is considered to be a masterpiece of mid-century American furniture. Also available with Seat Cushion or Fully Upholstered options.

TransIt Wire Mesh Basket $24.99 TransIt Wire Mesh Basket. Maybe it's the morning newspaper, your favorite pastry and a thermos of warm coffee that you like to keep within arms reach. Or perhaps you just need a place to stash a bag of groceries or a safe area to collect items for transport. Whatever your intent, we've got a tough bicycle basket that'll carry all your items in easy style.

Black Mesh Wire Basket $6.49 Neatly arrange and organize fresh citrus fruits and bananas with the multipurpose Wire Caddy by Spectrum. This metal wire basket easily accommodates around half dozen apples, sweet limes, or even oranges. This kitchen accessory serves as the perfect fruit holder for storing fruits either in your home or even office. You can even use this metal wire basket to store supply items frequently used in kitchen, office, or your bathroom. Its dense wire construction with a black finish adds a glamorous touch to the décor of any room. This fruit holder is easy to clean, and allows you to view the contents inside.Also check out our Long Wire Caddy !Features: • Metal wire body provides durability and good looks • Black finish • Easy to clean, and allows you to view contents insideSize: 1 3/4"tall x 8 1/2"wide x 6 1/2"deep

Bertoia Bird Lounge Chair $2398 An element not-to-be-missed in virtually any environment, from home to workspace. The Bertoia Bird Chair is constructed with lasting techniques and materials. The frame is welded steel with rods polished in Chrome or bonded Rilsan, making it scratch, chip and chemical resistant. The Bird Chair features stainless steel connections and four plastic glides. Offered with a full cover in a variety of textiles.

Bertoia Side Chair with Seat Cushion $605 Bertoia's 1950 experiment with bending metal rods into practical art produced a revered collection of seating, including this side chair. In Bertoia's own words, "If you look at these chairs, they are mainly made of air, like sculpture. Space passes through them." The Collection is offered with a seat cushion or full-cover upholstery option. The Bertoia Side Chair with Seat Cushion features a base and basket of welded steel with rods in Polished or Satin Chrome, or highly durable outdoor powder coat. The Chair includes stainless steel connections and plastic glides. Cushion is secured to the chair with domed metal lock snaps. Seat cushion has fabric edges.

MidWest 540-WM Wire Mesh Top $37.95 "Midwest 540-WM Brand New Includes One Year Warranty, The MidWest 540-WM wire mesh top will fit any of the exercise play pens, when the exercise pens are placed in a square configuration. The wire mesh top is secured to the exercise pen with 8 metal bolt snaps (included). The wire mesh top is made with strong 9 and 11 gauge metal and is gold zinc plated to make it long lasting. The edges are contoured to 90 degrees for a secure fit and have 1 1/2 inch spacing. 540-WM Features: Wire Mesh Top, Keeps Intruders Out, Keeps Pets In, Works for Square Exercise Pens, Black E-Coat Finish, Fits all Exercise Pens, Midwest 540-WM Includes: 8 Metal Bolt Snaps"

T-Rex Wire Mesh Wire Mesh $150.99 T-Rex is a billet grille manufacturer dedicated to delivering a quality product. T-Rex specializes on a specific market and caters to the needs of the customer. Focused in the design department is in the fit and ease of installation which mean bolt-on billet grilles with less tools and no cutting which in turn equals more productivity. When it comes to manufacturing a quality product it starts in the design department but it doesn't end there. T-Rex starts with solid stock of aircraft quality T-5 or T-6 billet aluminum rather than extruded aluminum as used by some competitors. Every billet grille is treated to a durable glossy powder-coat. The final stage of manufacturing includes a three-stage polishing and cleaning. The entire process takes place in their Southern California manufacturing facility.

Bertoia Asymmetric Chaise with Seat Cushion $5928 Harry Bertoia designed the Asymmetric Chaise in the early 1950s, but the chair was never produced beyond the prototypical form. Sculptural, airy, and breathtaking in shape and form, the Asymmetric Chaise is considered to be a masterpiece of mid-century American furniture. This Seat Cushion option features a cushion secured to the Chaise with lock-snaps.

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TFP Grille Mesh - Chrome Wire Mesh Grill Inserts (S Style) [07- Tahoe] $471.78 TFP Grille Mesh - Chrome Wire Mesh Grill Inserts (S Style)

TFP Grille Mesh - Chrome Wire Mesh Grill Inserts (S Style) [07- Suburban 1500] $471.78 TFP Grille Mesh - Chrome Wire Mesh Grill Inserts (S Style)

TFP Grille Mesh - Chrome Wire Mesh Grill Inserts (Bumper) [06-07 Charger] $298.94 TFP Grille Mesh - Chrome Wire Mesh Grill Inserts (Bumper)

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