Barcelona-Style Chair & Ottoman – Black Italian Leather

The pair, together. The form was created in 1929 by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Lilly Reich for the German Pavilion at the Barcelona International Exposition. Buying the chair and footstool together is what turns this from a formal occasional chair into somewhere you will actually spend an evening. Hand-tufted Italian aniline leather panels over a mirror-polished stainless steel frame, in three colours.

Independent reproduction: This Barcelona-style furniture is inspired by the 1929 modernist design associated with Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Lilly Reich. It is not an original Knoll product and is not made, licensed or endorsed by Knoll.

Barcelona-Style Chair & Ottoman – Black Italian Leather

Italian Leather, Tufted Cushions & Steel Frame

• Matching footstool included — chair and footstool ship together
• Hand-polished stainless steel frame with a seamless mirror finish (12 mm thick)
• High-resilience, fire-retardant foam cushions with a plush comfort layer
• Italian aniline leather, hand-stitched in the signature quilted grid pattern
• Heavy-duty support straps, double-riveted to the frame
• Three leather colours — Black, Cream and White

Chair & Ottoman Dimensions

• Chair: W 79 x D 79 x H 85 cm
• Chair frame: W 75 x D 77 x H 75 cm
• Footstool: W 63.5 x D 59.1 x H 37.5 cm

With the footstool positioned in front of the chair, allow roughly 79 x 130 cm of floor. Neither piece reclines, so 20 cm of clearance behind the chair is enough — considerably less than the roughly 110 cm an Eames-style lounge chair needs.

Why Choose the Chair & Ottoman Set?

The seat is upright and firm by design. On its own it is a chair for sitting up in — conversation, reading, a formal corner. Add the footstool and the posture changes completely: legs supported, weight back, and the firmness becomes a virtue rather than a limitation. If the chair is destined for a hallway, landing or reception area, you do not need it. For a living room or bedroom reading corner, you do.

Choosing Your Leather Colour

• Black — the most forgiving and the most graphic. The tufting reads as shadow and pattern rather than colour.
• Cream — shows the button and stitch detail most clearly, and gives the lightest look.
• White — the sharpest contrast against the frame, and the most demanding to keep looking new.

Mirror-polished stainless steel is the dominant visual element — bright and reflective, so worth matching against the other metals in the room before choosing.

Ideal Settings

Complements a wide range of interiors — from contemporary apartments and minimalist living rooms to corporate reception areas, executive offices, boutique hotels and architectural showrooms.

Chair Only or Chair & Ottoman Set?

The Barcelona Style Lounge Chair is available on its own in five leather colours, from £475.

Stainless Steel Frame & Leather Craftsmanship

The 12 mm thick stainless steel frame is hand-ground and buffed to a flawless mirror finish, providing striking visual contrast against the rich leather cushions. High-strength straps are securely riveted to create a supportive yet flexible seating platform. The leather covers are cut from top-grain Italian aniline hide into precision squares and hand-stitched with reinforced thread. Back and side panels use colour-matched material for a seamless appearance from every angle.

Care & Maintenance

• Stainless steel frame: Wipe with a soft damp cloth; use standard glass cleaner for best shine
• Leather cushions: Clean with a damp cloth; condition with leather balm every 6–12 months
• Avoid harsh chemicals, abrasive cleaners, or prolonged direct sunlight

Delivery, Assembly & Warranty

Packaging & UK Delivery

• Arrives part-assembled — the one-piece frames need no building; the cushions fasten to them, typically in under 10 minutes
• Both pieces ship together, the frames wrapped in multi-layer bubble wrap for transit protection
• Cushions individually wrapped within the same box for easy handling
• Free UK delivery. Orders are typically processed and dispatched within 1–3 business days; delivery usually takes 5–10 business days after dispatch.

Warranty & Returns

• 2-year manufacturer's warranty covering structural and material defects
• 14-day returns: items must be unused, in their original condition and original packaging, with all tags and labels attached. Change-of-mind return shipping is paid by the customer. See our Returns & Refunds policy.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much space does the chair and ottoman pair need?

Allow roughly 79 x 130 cm of floor space. Because neither piece deeply reclines, you only need about 20 cm of clearance behind the chair, making it surprisingly easy to place in formal living rooms and home offices.

Does the set arrive fully assembled?

The one-piece stainless steel frames arrive fully welded and assembled. You simply fasten the premium quilted leather cushions to the frame, which typically takes under 10 minutes with no special tools required.

Barcelona vs. Eames: which is more comfortable?

The Eames is designed for deep relaxation and reclining. The Barcelona offers firmer, upright posture support. It is the ideal choice for spaces where architectural lines and formal elegance are the priority, such as executive offices or minimalist living rooms.

Explore this range

• Barcelona Style Lounge Chair - the chair on its own, available in five colours.
• Barcelona Collection - all configurations and colours.
• Space Planning Guide - exact clearances and layouts for mid-century furniture.
• UK Price Tier Guide - what to look for in premium quilted leather and steel frames.