Description
Pair of lounge chairs designed as part of the "710 Series" by Preben Fabricius for Walter Knoll (Germany, 1972). Aptly named the "Conversation Chairs" due to their thoughtful, functional design.
Featuring loose cushions retaining their original down feather filling and cordovan leather upholstery supported by solid chromed-steel frames.
One chair retains the Walter Knoll Germany applied manufacturer's foil label.
Extremely well-maintained in very fine, all-original vintage condition with patina/creases and light scuffs commensurate with age/use.
Two corresponding sofas are also available - listing is for the pair of chairs.
Measures: H: 28.5" x D: 29.5" x L: 29.25" x arm height: 22" x seat height: 16.25".
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Extremely well-maintained in very fine, all-original vintage condition with patina/creases and light scuffs commensurate with age/use.
Leather and chrome have been buff and polished.
Origin:
Germany
Creator:
Brand: Walter Knoll; Designer: Preben Fabricius
Materials & Techniques:
Chrome, Feather, Leather, Steel
Details:
Seat Height: 16.25in
Number of Seats: 2
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Country of Origin: Germany
Featuring loose cushions retaining their original down feather filling and cordovan leather upholstery supported by solid chromed-steel frames.
One chair retains the Walter Knoll Germany applied manufacturer's foil label.
Extremely well-maintained in very fine, all-original vintage condition with patina/creases and light scuffs commensurate with age/use.
Two corresponding sofas are also available - listing is for the pair of chairs.
Measures: H: 28.5" x D: 29.5" x L: 29.25" x arm height: 22" x seat height: 16.25".
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Extremely well-maintained in very fine, all-original vintage condition with patina/creases and light scuffs commensurate with age/use.
Leather and chrome have been buff and polished.
Origin:
Germany
Creator:
Brand: Walter Knoll; Designer: Preben Fabricius
Materials & Techniques:
Chrome, Feather, Leather, Steel
Details:
Seat Height: 16.25in
Number of Seats: 2
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Country of Origin: Germany
Condition
Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Extremely well-maintained in very fine, all-original vintage condition with patina/creases and light scuffs commensurate with age/use.
Leather and chrome have been buff and polished.
Leather and chrome have been buff and polished.
Buyer's Premium
20%
Dimensions
28.5 x 29.25 x 29.5 in
Pair of Preben Fabricius for Walter Knoll Cordovan Leather Lounge Chairs
Estimate $11,000-$21,000
Starting Bid
$5,500
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