Executive Chair – Charles Pollock

• Charles Pollock (1930–2013), Executive Chair swivel armchair, Knoll International edition, circa 1970.
• White shell and white tufted leather. Five-star base on casters. Iconic model of high-end office furniture.
• Very fine condition. Supple leather with uniform patina. Minor signs of use on chrome elements.
• Dimensions: H 85 cm × D 64 cm × W 66 cm × Seat H 47 cm.

The Executive Chair by Charles Pollock

The Executive Chair by Charles Pollock is one of the defining pieces of modern office seating. Introduced in 1963, this model is distinguished by a continuous structure incorporating a peripheral aluminum rim, a characteristic element that provides both rigidity and formal clarity.

Charles Randolph Pollock (1930–2013), American industrial designer, profoundly renewed the approach to office seating in the 20th century. His collaboration with Knoll International gave rise to models that became standards in professional furniture.

This design illustrates an evolution toward seating with higher demands for comfort and durability. It has been widely used in executive environments and high-end workspaces, where it is valued for its stability and longevity. The design is based on a balance between support and flexibility. The slightly reclined backrest, combined with a deep seat, allows for prolonged use without loss of comfort, an essential characteristic of this type of furniture.

To this day, this model remains a sought-after piece, particularly in this uncommon configuration, both for its technical qualities and for its design, which has become a standard of 20th-century design.