Don Albinson Knoll 1601 Stack Chair for Knoll International

Condition: The chairs show visible signs of use but no major damage. The price listed is per unit. 35 units are available. Don Albinson was an American industrial designer, best known today for his pioneering work in post-war furniture and for his long-standing collaboration with Charles and Ray Eames. Albinson's work played a crucial role in the design and development of many iconic Eames furniture pieces; this is why he is often referred to as the "right-hand man of the Eames." Albinson began his career studying at the Cranbrook Academy of Art before joining the Eames design studio. His expertise in construction and manufacturing was essential in creating iconic models such as the DCM (Dining Chair Metal), the "Aluminum Group" seating range, and the famous Eames Lounge Chair. In 1964, Albinson left the Eames Office to become the design director at Knoll International. Shortly after joining the company, he designed the Knoll 1601 stacking chair presented here. This model illustrates the functional and minimalist aesthetic of post-war modernism and reflects the shift towards industrial production of seating for both public and private spaces. Albinson worked at Knoll until 1971, then taught industrial design at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) until his retirement. Don Albinson passed away in Minneapolis in 2008.