$9,850
H 36 in W 30 in D 30 in
1970s Baker Knole Modular Walnut Legs Beige Skirted Seven Pieces Sectional Sofa
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Transport yourself back to the sleek and sophisticated 1970s with this exquisite knole modular
Upholstery, Wood
1990s Baker Down Linen Beige Knole Sofa
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
On offer on this occasion is one of the most comfortable knole sofa you could hope to find
Upholstery, Wood
Baker Knole Sofa
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in Pasadena, CA
This is an all original Knole style sofa by Baker. The sofa is beautifully upholstered in a mauve
Brass
Sold
H 39.5 in W 61.5 in D 30 in
Pair of Vintage Baker, Knole Style Sofas with Drop Sides and Original Upholstery
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in BENSENVILLE, IL
A distinctive pair of mid-1960s Baker (still tagged), Knole sofas with drop arms. Retaining their
Vintage Baker Distressed Leather Knole Loveseat
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Incredible vintage Baker Knole loveseat. Beautiful distressed leather in a rich brown color. Carved
Leather
English Knole Sofa by E.J. Victor, 1990s
By E.J. Victor, Baker Furniture Company
Located in Hamburg, PA
Queen Mary era. The Knole sofa is seen in castles, such as Windsor Castle and Hampton Court Palace. This
Upholstery, Wood
Baker Knole Style Drop-Arm Sofa
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Fine Baker Knole style sofa with classic (fixed) drop-arm form, featuring a rectangular back and
Brass
1970s Attributed to Baker Velvet Fringe Down Knole Sofa
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning and rare Knole sofa you could hope to find
Textile, Velvet, Wood, Down
Baker Style Knole Sofa, 1980s
Located in Hamburg, PA
A decorative Knole sofa with artichoke finials. This Classic design has been reproduced over
Upholstery, Wood
Baker Furniture Knole Open-Arm Settee or Loveseat Sofa
By Edward Wormley
Located in St. Louis, MO
Baker Furniture Knole open-arm settee or loveseat sofa, circa 1970s. This sofa has been
Upholstery
Knole style Baker sofa
Located in New Canaan, CT
This Knole style sofa was made by the Baker Furniture Company. It's covered in a Lee Joffa fabric.
Classic Vintage Knole Sofa, US, circa 1950s-1960s
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in San Francisco, CA
This is a very famous design for a sofa made first for Knole house in England, circa 1680. The
Sold|$24,975
H 30 in W 96 in D 36 in
Rare Mid-Century Curved Back Sofa in Book-Matched Walnut signed Karl Springer
By Karl Springer
Located in New York, NY
This rare curved-back sofa, signed by renowned American designer Karl Springer and crafted circa 1980, is a masterpiece of mid-century modernist luxury and craftsmanship. The piece’s...
Mohair, Walnut
$5,990
H 28 in W 90 in D 40 in
Custom Made to Order Slip Covered Or Upholstered Louis Square Arm Sofa with Down
By Bloom Home Inc
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
Louis Slip Covered Sofa Custom made to order. Available in any length, can be made into a sectional, and sofa sleeper. The Louis Sofa blends modern and coastal aesthetics with clean...
Linen, Foam, Wood, Down
$23,682
H 27.56 in Dm 118.12 in
Rare and Exceptional 'Gilda' Circle Sofa in Velvet by Michel Ducaroy, 1972
By Michel Ducaroy, Ligne Roset
Located in Echt, NL
Very rare extra large 'Gilda' circle sofa in excellent condition. Designed by Michel Ducaroy in 1972. The sofa is manufactured by 'Roset' the company name of Ligne Roset prior to 1...
Metal
$3,408 / item
H 31 in W 72 in D 31 in
Madison Slip Covered Ticking Stripe Linen Sofa with Scallop Skirt Down Cushion
By Bloom Home Inc
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
Madison Slip Covered Sofa Our sofa has been designed with a linen slip cover in a flax with ecorcé (bark/brown) ticking stripe. The fabric is designed and made specially for us! The ...
Linen, Foam, Wood
$8,700
H 29.53 in W 66.93 in D 32.68 in
Mid Century Folding Down 'Knole' Sofa in Velvet and Brass 1960s
Located in Meer, VAN
Mid Century Folding Down 'Knole' Sofa in Velvet and Brass, Europe, 1960s. This is a very wonderful mid century folding down sofa, a so called ‘Knole’ sofa or settee. It is named af...
Brass
$4,900 / item
H 34 in W 86 in D 42 in
Custom Made Modern English Arm Sofa in Performance Linen Velvet - 86"
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
This beautiful english arm sofa has a modern twist, with its single bench cushion, and beautiful curved apron sides. It’s upholstered in a Linen Velvet Performance fabric. Shown in P...
Velvet
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