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What is a Knole drop-arm sofa?
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A Knole drop-arm sofa is a settee developed during the 17th century. It usually has a rectangle back with a decorative wood trim and tall fully upholstered arms positioned at a diagonal. Originally, the sofa served as a royal seat for monarchs. You'll find a variety of Knole sofas on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
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Edwardian Knole Sofa Robert Lorimer Spanish Style
By Sir Robert Lorimer
Located in Tunbridge Wells, GB
Recently re-upholstered Edwardian Knole sofa with oak Spanish style legs.
Category
Early 20th Century British Spanish Colonial Sofas
Materials
Upholstery
Vintage Grey/Green Velvet Knole Sofa with Floral Cushions, 1950s
Located in Nørre Aaby, DK
A beautiful example of the traditional Knole sofa, featuring grey/green velvet upholstery and floral-patterned, reversible cushions.
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet
Large French Neoclassical Knole Sofa, Attributed to Maison Jansen, circa 1960
Located in Paris, FR
Elegant large French Neoclassical Knole sofa, circa 1960, possibly attributable to Maison Jansen.
Category
Vintage 1960s French Neoclassical Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Bouclé, Upholstery, Velvet, Oak
"New, Classic Drop Arm Knole Sofa, Off White Linen, Carved Walnut Base"
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Made to Order Classic Drop Arm Knole Sofa Upholstered in Off White Linen with Soft Foam Core with 50/50 White Goose Down Cushion Fill, Carved Solid Walnut Base Finished in Dark Walnu...
Category
2010s American Sofas
Materials
Brass
1970s Clyde Pearson Drop Arm Silk Down Brass Damask White Knole Sofa
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
On offer on this occasion is one of the most comfortable down knole sofa you could hope to find. Outstanding design is exhibited throughout.
Category
Vintage 1970s American Hollywood Regency Sofas
Materials
Brass
Vintage Edward Ferrell Jacquard Fleur De Lys Knole Sofa
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Designed by renowned maker Edward Ferrell, this exquisite Knole sofa blends timeless historical elegance with exceptional artisanal craftsmanship, upholstered entirely in a sophistic...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Edwardian Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
