Some of the earliest examples of chairs across cultures are customized, one-of-a-kind ceremonial thrones. Since the late 19th century, technological innovation has introduced chair designers to new materials and production methods. Today, most chairs are designed and mass-produced.

Sep 15, 2024 · Room-by-room information on MoMA’s galleries and current and upcoming exhibitions.

Jan 26, 2025 · The Museum of Modern Art announces Pirouette: Turning Points in Design, an exhibition highlighting design as an agent of change, on view from January 26, 2025 to October 18, 2025. The exhibition will include a wide range of objects, drawn largely from MoMA’s collection, that have had a deep impact, whether on the design field or on the world ...

This exhibition introduced the world to Eero Saarinen and Charles Eames, who worked together as a team and won in both the chair design (with the iconic Organic Chair) and living room categories.

Jan 30, 2025 · The exhibition, on view through October 18, 2025, spans consumer goods, graphic design, clothing and more, including several innovative furniture pieces. Among these are Charles and Ray Eames’s Rocking armchair, Sabine Marcelis‘s Candy Cube, Gaetano Pesce’s Pratt chair and the Aeron office chair.

Read an excerpt from the ongoing book series, about a chair that reflects Mexico’s complex national identity and modern ideals of comfort and beauty.

The Museum of Modern Art announces an exhibition series for 2024, focused on modern and contemporary art in all mediums, that can only be seen at MoMA. With new galleries opening each month, these exhibitions will invite audiences to continue to explore MoMA’s dynamic collection and connect with art and ideas from more geographies and ...

Explore our curated collection of chairs that blend form, function, and timeless design. From classic pieces by renowned designers to innovative modern creations, each chair reflects the Museum of Modern Art's commitment to exceptional craftsmanship and creativity.

Apr 3, 2024 · A new MoMA exhibition looks at design from six countries, spanning 1940 to 1980. Some beautiful chairs tell the tale.

The Eames® Chair and Ottoman at MoMA. In the catalogue for a solo exhibition of Charles Eames’ furniture in 1973, MoMA curator Arthur Drexler, praised the chair, writing “Eames is the only designer to attempt a lounge chair which would …