One of the most recognized objects of the last century, and an icon of the modern movement, the Barcelona Couch exudes a simple elegance that epitomizes Ludwig Mies van der Rohe's most famous maxim, “less is more.”Designed in 1930, the Barcelona Couch shares the same simple elegance as the rest of the Barcelona Collection, exhibiting Ludwig Mies van der Rohe's command of line and material in any medium, from architecture to furniture. From the individual upholstery squares expertly welted together by hand to the bolster pillow in matching leather or fabric, each Barcelona Couch is a tribute to the marriage of modern design, exceptional craftsmanship, and meticulous attention to detail.