BATLLÓ CHAIR BY ANTONI GAUDÍ 1906

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BATLLÓ CHAIR
BY ANTONI GAUDÍ 1906

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VARNISHED SOLID OAK

IN H 29.1 W 20.4 D 18.5 SH 17.7
CM H 74 W 52 D 47 SH 45

CUSTOM SIZE OR FINISH ON REQUEST

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Designed for the dining room of Casa Batlló, completed in 1906, the Batlló Chair is one of Gaudí’s most iconic furniture designs, distinguished by its sweeping curves and unexpected comfort. At once abstract and deeply intentional, the chair forms part of a larger symbolic universe in which Casa Batlló is often interpreted as an allegory of Saint George, the patron saint of Catalonia, and his victory over the dragon

Within this narrative, the chair’s skeletal, almost bony structure echoes the building’s undulating façade, the ridged, scale-like roof, and the fluid wrought-iron balconies. Its form appears carved rather than assembled, reinforcing Gaudí’s conception of furniture as an organic extension of architecture rather than a decorative addition

Handcrafted today using the same methods and materials originally employed by Gaudí, the Batlló Chair preserves both the functional intelligence and sculptural intensity of the original design. The elongated backrest and smoothly contoured seat follow the natural lines of the body, offering a high level of comfort while maintaining a striking visual presence

Each Batlló Chair is individually numbered and accompanied by a certificate signed by the Director of the Gaudí Cathedra, certifying it as a faithful and exact reproduction of Gaudí’s original design

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BIOGRAPHY

Antoni Gaudí

Born Catalonia, Spain, 1852

Antoni Gaudí was a Catalan artist and architect whose work achieved a rare synthesis of art, architecture, and design. A leading figure of Modernisme, or Catalan Art Nouveau, Gaudí developed a deeply personal language shaped by Catholic faith, close observation of nature, and an unorthodox, experimental approach that remains groundbreaking today. Internationally recognized as Spain’s most famous architect, he is celebrated for buildings such as the Sagrada Família, Casa Batlló, and Casa Calvet, where structure, ornament, and symbolism are inseparable

Beyond architecture, Gaudí pursued a holistic design practice, remaining closely involved with every decorative element of his projects, including furniture and objects, which he conceived as integral extensions of the architecture itself. His furniture is characterized by expressive, fluid forms that linger between the Baroque and the Surreal, combining ergonomic sensitivity with sculptural presence. Originally designed for interiors such as Casa Calvet (1898–1899) and Casa Batlló (1904), these works include seats, benches, a coat hanger, and a mirror, all articulating a strong dialogue between artisanal structure and the natural world

BD Barcelona Design was the first company to recognize the relevance of Gaudí’s furniture for contemporary designers and to rescue and revive these historic works. Working with exceptional fidelity, BD produces handcrafted reproductions using the same traditional techniques and materials, such as solid varnished oak, employed by Gaudí, capturing the richness of detail and tactile intelligence of the originals

Through BD Barcelona’s stewardship, Gaudí’s furniture continues to affirm his legacy not only as an architect, but as a visionary designer for whom space, object, and human experience formed a unified whole

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Biography

Antoni Gaudí

Born Catalonia, Spain, 1852

Antoni Gaudí was a Catalan artist and architect whose work achieved a rare synthesis of art, architecture, and design. A leading figure of Modernisme, or Catalan Art Nouveau, Gaudí developed a deeply personal language shaped by Catholic faith, close observation of nature, and an unorthodox, experimental approach that remains groundbreaking today. Internationally recognized as Spain’s most famous architect, he is celebrated for buildings such as the Sagrada Família, Casa Batlló, and Casa Calvet, where structure, ornament, and symbolism are inseparable

Beyond architecture, Gaudí pursued a holistic design practice, remaining closely involved with every decorative element of his projects, including furniture and objects, which he conceived as integral extensions of the architecture itself. His furniture is characterized by expressive, fluid forms that linger between the Baroque and the Surreal, combining ergonomic sensitivity with sculptural presence. Originally designed for interiors such as Casa Calvet (1898–1899) and Casa Batlló (1904), these works include seats, benches, a coat hanger, and a mirror, all articulating a strong dialogue between artisanal structure and the natural world

BD Barcelona Design was the first company to recognize the relevance of Gaudí’s furniture for contemporary designers and to rescue and revive these historic works. Working with exceptional fidelity, BD produces handcrafted reproductions using the same traditional techniques and materials, such as solid varnished oak, employed by Gaudí, capturing the richness of detail and tactile intelligence of the originals

Through BD Barcelona’s stewardship, Gaudí’s furniture continues to affirm his legacy not only as an architect, but as a visionary designer for whom space, object, and human experience formed a unified whole

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