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Sofa and Pair of Armchairs by Airborne

About the Item

Base in a tubular chrome steel structure Fiberglass white hull around the exterior Beige padding in silky velvet on the seat.
  • Attributed to:
    Airborne (Fashion House)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 33.08 in (84 cm)Width: 36.23 in (92 cm)Depth: 22.45 in (57 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 3
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1970
  • Condition:
  • Seller Location:
    Paris, FR
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU89377112793
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