Marcel Breuer

1902-1981
Marcel Breuer (1902–1981) stands as one of the preeminent figures in 20th-century modernist design and architecture. Born in Pécs, Hungary, Breuer’s innovative approach at the Bauhaus merged structural honesty with industrial manufacturing. Renowned for his tectonic clarity and pioneering use of non-traditional materials, Breuer’s creations epitomize the essence of the International Style ethos. Among his most celebrated works is the iconic ‘Wassily Chair’ (1925), and the ‘Cesca Chair’ (1928) designed with a cantilevered tubular steel frame.