Sotheby’s Has Set a Debut Date for Its Landmark Breuer Building Headquarters
The renovation preserves the building’s architectural significance while updating it for auction house use.
Marcel Breuer
Marcel Breuer, born on May 21, 1902, in Pécs, Hungary, was a renowned modernist architect and furniture designer. He studied and later taught at the Bauhaus School, where he designed the iconic Wassily Chair. Breuer's architectural work includes notable projects such as the UNESCO headquarters in Paris and the Whitney Museum of American Art in New York. His designs are characterized by their innovative use of materials and clean, functional lines. Breuer received numerous awards throughout his career, including the AIA Gold Medal. He passed away on July 1, 1981, leaving a significant impact on modern architecture and design.
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