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Herman Miller Swoop Plywood Lounge Chairs by Brian Kane in Original Blue Fabric
Herman Miller Swoop Plywood Lounge Chairs by Brian Kane in Original Blue Fabric

Herman Miller Swoop Plywood Lounge Chairs by Brian Kane in Original Blue Fabric

By Brian Kane, Herman Miller

Located in Stamford, CT

Brian Kane's Swoop Collection for Herman Miller embodies a modern interpretation of midcentury style, particularly showcased through the Swoop Plywood Lounge Chair.

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2015 Brian Kane Herman Miller Swoop Club Lounge Chairs, Gray Fabric (Pair)

2015 Brian Kane Herman Miller Swoop Club Lounge Chairs, Gray Fabric (Pair)

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Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a pair of Swoop Club Lounge Chairs, originally designed by Brian Kane for Herman Miller in 2010.

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2014 Brian Kane for Herman Miller Swoop Club Chair in Red 4x Available
2014 Brian Kane for Herman Miller Swoop Club Chair in Red 4x Available

2014 Brian Kane for Herman Miller Swoop Club Chair in Red 4x Available

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Located in Philadelphia, PA

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2014 Brian Kane for Herman Miller Swoop Club Chair in Blue 4x Available
2014 Brian Kane for Herman Miller Swoop Club Chair in Blue 4x Available

2014 Brian Kane for Herman Miller Swoop Club Chair in Blue 4x Available

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Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a Swoop Club Lounge Chair, initially designed by Brian Kane for Herman Miller in 2010.

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Pair of "Swoop" Tables / Stools by Brian Kane for Herman Miller
Pair of "Swoop" Tables / Stools by Brian Kane for Herman Miller

Pair of "Swoop" Tables / Stools by Brian Kane for Herman Miller

By Brian Kane, Herman Miller

Located in San Diego, CA

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Brian Kane for Herman Miller Green Swoop Plywood Armchairs, Set of 2
Brian Kane for Herman Miller Green Swoop Plywood Armchairs, Set of 2

Brian Kane for Herman Miller Green Swoop Plywood Armchairs, Set of 2

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Designed by Brian Kane for Herman Miller, the Swoop furniture collection came from the designer’s observations while teaching students at the California College of Art.

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Herman Miller by Brian Kane Green Swoop Plywood Armchairs, Set of Two

Herman Miller by Brian Kane Green Swoop Plywood Armchairs, Set of Two

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Designed by Brian Kane for Herman Miller, the Swoop furniture collection came from the designer’s observations while teaching students at the California College of Art.

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Swoop Plywood Lounge Chairs in Wool & Ash by Brian Kane for Herman Miller, Pair

Swoop Plywood Lounge Chairs in Wool & Ash by Brian Kane for Herman Miller, Pair

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Brian Kane's Swoop Collection for Herman Miller embodies a modern interpretation of midcentury style, particularly showcased through the Swoop Plywood Lounge Chair.

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Herman Miller Swoop Plywood Lounge Chairs in Terra Cotta by Brian Kane, Pair

Herman Miller Swoop Plywood Lounge Chairs in Terra Cotta by Brian Kane, Pair

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Brian Kane's Swoop Collection for Herman Miller embodies a modern interpretation of midcentury style, particularly showcased through the Swoop Plywood Lounge Chair.

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With entire areas of our homes reserved for “sitting rooms,” the value of quality antique and vintage seating cannot be overstated.

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