Mid-Century Modern Spindle "Andover" Armchair by Davis Allen

Description

This iconic spindle frame armchair was designed by industrial and interior architect Davis Allen in 1983. This chair features a solid beech wood frame that is lacquered in a muted sage green with the seat newly upholstered in a textured olive green chenille. It was originally called the "Andover" chair manufactured in Italy by Stendig International and became a staple in high-end corporate and residential interiors. Knoll Studio reissued the chair in 1993 and renamed it "Exeter". This chair is not marked so it is unknown as to whether it is the Andover or Exeter issue. The arm height is 26".

Allen studied at Brown, Yale and the Royal Institute of Technology in Stockholm prior to a career that spanned over forty years eventually becoming a partner at Skidmore, Owings & Merrill (SOM). In 1985, Allen was one of the inaugural inductees into the prestigious Interior Design Hall Of Fame.

Condition:
Alterations: Restored
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: This chair is newly upholstered and refinished.

Origin:
United States

Creator:
Brand: Knoll; Designer: Davis Allen

Materials & Techniques:
Beech, Chenille, Fabric

Details:
Number of Seats: 1
Seat Height: 18.0in
Arm Height: 26.0in
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Country of Origin: United States

Condition

Restored; Some Imperfections; This chair is newly upholstered and refinished.

Buyer's Premium

20%

Dimensions

36.5 x 21.5 x 21 in

Mid-Century Modern Spindle "Andover" Armchair by Davis Allen

Lot 0710

Estimate $1,000-$1,800

Oct 4, 2026, 6:57 PM EDT

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