Ludwig Mies van der Rohe

(German-American, 1886-1969)

Pair of Barcelona Lounge Chairs,
Knoll International, USA

steel, leather

H 29 1/2 x W 29 1/4 x D 29 3/4 inches.

Property from the George M. Irwin Trust, Quincy, Illinois

seat height 16 inches.

Overall good, stable condition. Both chairs are stable and structurally sound. Leather cushions on each have overall cracking, crazing, dryness, surface scratches, and light soiling from use with heavy patina and sun fading. Foam has hardened and would need to be replaced. Frames present well, showing some age-appropriate wear throughout such as scattered light surface scratches, and some dullness, scuffs, and residue to finish in certain areas. Hide straps are stable, with 1 seat having been repaired and in very good structurally sound condition.

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Pair of Barcelona Lounge Chairs, Knoll International, USA

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Pair of Barcelona Lounge Chairs,
Knoll International, USA