Descripción
WILHELM KNOLL (1876-1958). Vintage sofa "Trepers" from the "Antimot" series, 1960s. Solid lacquered teak frame, loose spring cushions upholstered in original woollen fabric. It shows signs of wear and tear typical of age. Measurements: 60 x 76 x 182 cm. Depth approx. 75 cm. Three-seater sofa of Danish design, with teak wood structure and body and cushions in beige wool. The structure is sober and geometric, softened by the slight inclination of the backrest and the corners rounded by the upholstery. The armrest has a slight curvature and the legs are bambi-style, a very common typology in Danish design from the 1950s and 1960s. Both the seat and backrest have padded cushions for greater comfort. Founder of the Knoll dynasty, Wilhelm Knoll opened the doors of his "leather workshop" in Stuttgart, Germany. He was a leather expert. In 1864, he lived for a year in Paris, the world centre of leather, fashion and luxury goods. Knoll leather" became the hallmark of quality, and the House of Württemberg named Wilhelm Knoll "purveyor to the royal court".
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