Charles Pfister For Knoll Sofa
Charles Pfister for Knoll Sofa and Lounge Chair
By Knoll, Charles Pfister
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Pleased to offer this great Charles Pfister for Knoll sofa and lounge chair. This set was purchased
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Charles Pfister for Knoll Mid Century Leather Sofa
By Knoll, Charles Pfister
Located in Countryside, IL
Charles Pfister for Knoll Mid Century Leather Sofa
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
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Mid-Century Modern Black Leather Sofa by Charles Pfister for Knoll
By Charles Pfister
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Very Good Original Condition
Designer: Charles Pfister
Manufacturer: Knoll
Materials: Original
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Leather Box Style Loveseat Sofa by Charles Pfister for Knoll
By Knoll, Charles Pfister
Located in New York, NY
Chic, sophisticated, and voguish loveseat sofa, designed by Charles Pfister for Knoll. This example
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Knoll Charles Pfister Sofa Set in Grey Leather, USA, 1970s in Gray
By Knoll, Charles Pfister
Located in Berlin, DE
A original three-seat leather sofa design in 1971 by Charles Pfister for Knoll. Original grey color
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Stools
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Leather
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Located in Chicago, IL
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By Charles Pfister
Located in Los Angeles, CA
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By Knoll, Charles Pfister
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Charles Pfister's 1971 sofa design for Knoll.
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By Charles Pfister, Knoll
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
aesthetic. Excellent for use at home or in the office.
Charles Pfister's 1971 sofa design for Knoll.
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1968 Chrome and Glass Sesann Coffee Table by Gianfranco Frattini for Cassina
Located in Brooklyn, NY
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Charles Pfister for Knoll Tuxedo Sofa, fitted with three backrest cushions and three seat cushions
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Charles Pfister Leather Sofa for Knoll
By Knoll, Charles Pfister
Located in Loves Park, IL
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Classic Modern Knoll Three-Seat Sofa
By Knoll, Charles Pfister
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Located in Hudson, NY
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Located in Miami, FL
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By Knoll, Charles Pfister
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Charles Pfister for Knoll Settee Love Seat Sofa in Green Leather Down Cushions
By Charles Pfister, Knoll
Located in Salt Lake City, UT
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By Knoll, Charles Pfister
Located in Hudson, NY
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