Braun Cantilever Chair

Brown Cantilever Chair – Buffalo Leather, Bauhaus, and Handcrafted

A brown cantilever chair made of genuine buffalo leather is one of the most timeless chairs you can buy. The color brown, the natural leather, and the springy frame—three elements that have gone hand in hand for nearly a century and that no trend will ever make go out of style.

Our brown and cognac-colored cantilever chairs made from genuine buffalo leather are 100% handcrafted. Direct from the manufacturer, handmade in Germany, with or without armrests, in round or square frames. €399 per chair, shipping €49, free shipping on orders over €1,500.

Brown and Cognac—the Natural Colors of Buffalo Leather

If you’re looking for brown cantilever chairs, LIVIOR offers two warm shades: a deep, earthy brown and a vibrant, warm, yellowish cognac. Both are made of genuine buffalo leather—and both develop a distinctive patina over time.

Brown Leather Cantilever Chairs – The Classic Shade

The brown leather cantilever chair is the calmer, deeper of the two shades. Warm, grounded, versatile. A brown leather cantilever chair pairs just as well with light oak as with dark walnut, and with white walls just as well as with brick. It’s not a trendy piece—it’s a timeless classic that never goes out of style.

The natural grain of buffalo leather is particularly beautiful in brown: The surface has a depth you can see and feel. Not a uniform, industrial brown, but a living material with subtle color variations from piece to piece.

Cantilever Chair in Brown Cognac Leather—the more vibrant option

The brown leather cantilever chair in cognac is lighter, warmer, and more luminous. Cognac buffalo leather deepens over time to a rich amber—a patina that is more pronounced than in any other material. As a brown leather cantilever chair in Cognac, it is our best-selling color option.

Brown Vintage Leather Cantilever Chair

Brown vintage leather cantilever chair—this isn’t a specific shade, but rather a characteristic of the material itself. Through use, light, and time, buffalo leather transforms into a vintage piece of furniture: the surface deepens, signs of wear become part of its character, and the color gains depth. A vintage cantilever chair made of faux leather is a performance. A vintage brown cantilever chair made of buffalo leather is the real thing.

Brown Cantilever Chair – The Bauhaus Legacy

The Bauhaus cantilever chair is more than just a chair—it’s a design principle developed by Marcel Breuer in 1925 at the Bauhaus in Dessau. No back legs, a continuous tubular steel frame, and a spring-like effect when seated. Bauhaus-style cantilever chair—that means: form follows function, no unnecessary ornamentation, only the essentials.

Our Bauhaus cantilever chairs in leather carry on this principle with genuine buffalo leather. The frame is hand-welded—not a mass-produced item, but a piece of furniture bearing the hallmark of genuine craftsmanship.

What defines a Bauhaus cantilever chair in leather?

• No rear legs —the frame is open at the back, and the spring-like effect arises from the geometry of the tube
• Continuous steel tubing —a single tube, cold-bent and hand-welded
• Leather upholstery —the material Breuer chose for his designs
• No ornamentation —the design consists of the frame, the leather, and the proportions

Vintage Bauhaus-style cantilever chairs haven’t acquired retro charm—they embody it because they’re based on a design principle that hasn’t changed in 100 years.

Braun cantilever chairs compared to Thonet

Thonet cantilever chairs in leather—the S 32 and the S 64—are considered the originals of this chair style. They cost approximately €800–1,100 each and are made of cowhide or nappa leather. LIVIOR brown leather cantilever chairs follow the same Bauhaus principle: a continuous steel tube frame, no rear legs, and leather upholstery. The key difference: LIVIOR uses buffalo leather—thicker, more robust, with a more pronounced grain, and a patina that develops more richly than nappa leather. Price: €399 per chair, direct from the manufacturer.

Our Brown Cantilever Chairs—Models at a Glance

All six LIVIOR models are available as brown or cognac cantilever chairs—with or without armrests, in round or square frames.

SINATRA—the best-selling brown leather cantilever chair

The SINATRA is our most versatile model: in brown and cognac, with round or square frames, and with or without armrests. As a brown leather cantilever chair with a square frame, it embodies the classic industrial look—the warmth of buffalo leather contrasting with the harshness of steel.

JASPAR – the elegant cantilever chair in brown leather

The JASPAR stands out thanks to its flowing backrest. As a brown leather cantilever chair with or without armrests, it’s the more elegant choice—less industrial, more streamlined. Particularly striking in cognac.

CADI – the timeless cantilever chair in genuine brown leather

The CADI makes no statement—it’s simply just right. As a genuine leather cantilever chair in brown with a round base, it’s the most understated piece in the collection. A choice that will still feel right ten years from now.

GOODMAN – the brown cantilever chair with the widest seat

More space, more presence: The GOODMAN cantilever chair in brown offers the most generous seat. In cognac, it’s one of the most striking leather cantilever chairs in our collection.

FARGO – the compact brown leather cantilever chair

The FARGO is narrower—ideal for placing several leather cantilever chairs side by side at the dining table. Very popular as a set of six brown leather cantilever chairs.

COOPER – the understated brown leather cantilever chair

Clean lines, no excess. The COOPER, a genuine leather cantilever chair, blends into the room without being overpowering.

Brown cantilever chair—with or without armrests?

Cantilever chair with armrests—the choice depends on where it will be used.

Cantilever chairs with armrests provide more support during long dinners and have a more prominent presence at the dining table. Ideal for the head of the table or as the only chair in a room.

Cantilever chairs without armrests are sleeker, take up less space, and can be slid completely under the dining table. Ideal for the long sides of a long dining table.

Recommendation: Brown cantilever chairs without armrests along the long sides + one model with leather armrests at the head and foot ends—same model, clear hierarchy.

Brown cantilever chairs as dining chairs – style worlds

Industrial Style: Brown leather cantilever chair at a raw dining table

Brown or cognac leather cantilever dining chairs on a black steel frame paired with a dining table made of oiled solid wood—that’s industrial style in its purest form. The warmth of the buffalo leather meets the raw character of the wood and steel. No further accents needed.

Scandi: Brown Leather Cantilever Chairs at a Light Wood Table

Brown leather cantilever chairs in cognac paired with a light oak table and white walls—that’s the Scandi look with warmth. The natural grain of the buffalo leather brings an organic touch to the cool Scandinavian style.

Classic: Brown cantilever chair and walnut

A brown cantilever chair made of buffalo leather and a dining table made of walnut or cherry wood: buffalo leather and dark wood speak the same design language—warm, grounded, timeless.

Care Instructions for Brown Leather Cantilever Chair

• Daily: a dry or slightly damp cloth
• 1–2 times a year: high-quality leather care product
• Liquids: Blot immediately; do not rub
• Avoid direct sunlight: UV light can cause even brown leather cantilever chairs to fade
• Signs of use: on vintage cantilever chairs with buffalo leather, this is part of the patina, not damage

Frequently Asked Questions About Brown Cantilever Chairs

What is a cantilever chair?

A cantilever chair—also known as a swing chair—is a chair with a continuous steel frame without back legs. The frame gives slightly when you sit down. The design was developed in 1925 by Marcel Breuer at the Bauhaus and remains unchanged to this day.

What is the difference between Braun leather cantilever chairs and Thonet?

Thonet cantilever leather chairs (S 32/S 64) are design classics starting at approximately €800. LIVIOR brown leather cantilever chairs are based on the same Bauhaus principle but use buffalo leather instead of nappa leather—thicker, more robust, and developing a richer patina over time. Price: €399 per chair.

What color options are available for brown cantilever chairs?

Our brown leather cantilever chair collection includes a deep, earthy brown and a warm, vibrant cognac—both made of genuine buffalo leather, both featuring natural grain and the potential to develop a patina.

Are the brown cantilever chairs also available with armrests?

Yes. All models are available as cantilever chairs with or without armrests.

How much does a brown cantilever chair cost at LIVIOR?

All genuine leather cantilever chairs in brown and cognac cost €399 per chair. Shipping is €49; free shipping on orders of €1,500 or more.

How long does delivery take?

8–12 weeks—all brown leather cantilever chairs are handcrafted to order.

Brown Cantilever Chairs—Timeless Style Comes at a Price

A brown cantilever chair made of synthetic leather costs €80. It looks good for two years. A brown cantilever chair made of genuine buffalo leather, handcrafted in Germany—that one will last twenty. And it doesn’t deteriorate over time; instead, it becomes deeper, richer, and more full of character.

✔ Genuine buffalo leather in brown & cognac ✔ Cantilever chairs with and without armrests ✔ Bauhaus design – hand-welded steel frame ✔ 100% handcrafted – Made in Germany ✔ €399 per chair, shipping €49 (free for orders over €1,500) ✔ Sample orders available

Matching our brown cantilever chairs

All models are also available in light gray—find them under “Grey Cantilever Chairs.” If you’re specifically looking for cantilever chairs with armrests, you’ll find all variations under “Leather Cantilever Chairs with Armrests.” For a complete dining set, we recommend the matching leather bench inbrown or cognac.