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Lot 520

Florence Knoll: Two Sofas and End Table

Estimate: $5,000 - $7,000
Starting Bid
$2,500

Bid Increments

Price Bid Increment
$0 $25
$300 $50
$1,000 $100
$2,000 $250
$5,000 $500
$10,000 $1,000
$20,000 $2,500
$50,000 $5,000
$100,000 $10,000

Knoll Associates, USA, designed c. 1954, manufactured 1961 - 1970, chromed metal and grey wool fabric, one with integrated end table, chromed metal, walnut, glass; with label "Knoll Associates, Inc.  / 320 Park Avenue / New York 22. N. Y." to underside of end table; each sofa: 30 x 90 x 28 in., seat height: 16 in., table: 17 1/2 x 30 x 29 in. 

Condition

Overall good. Fabric in good condition, with no tears and no apparent stains. Minor marks and scratches to chromed metal. The glass with a few faint scratches, and no chips or cracks. Sun fading and a few minor marks to wood finish. Overall structurally sound.  Please note that the absence of a condition report does not indicate that the lot is in perfect condition. All lots are sold as is. Bidders are responsible for requesting additional information prior to placing bids.

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Property from the Estate of renowned Los Angeles architect Abe Shapiro, celebrated for landmarks such as the illustrious Blair House in the Wilshire Corridor, the Longford and the Diplomat.

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