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Poppy Poltrona Frau

Vintage "Poppy" sofa by Tito Agnoli for Poltrona Frau (1970s)
Vintage "Poppy" sofa by Tito Agnoli for Poltrona Frau (1970s)

Vintage "Poppy" sofa by Tito Agnoli for Poltrona Frau (1970s)

By Tito Agnoli, Poltrona Frau

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Vintage "Poppy" oversized loveseat sofa by Tito Agnoli for Poltrona Frau (1970s).

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Materials

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Tito Agnoli Poppy Sofa by Poltrona Frau, Leather, Mid-Century Modern
Tito Agnoli Poppy Sofa by Poltrona Frau, Leather, Mid-Century Modern

Tito Agnoli Poppy Sofa by Poltrona Frau, Leather, Mid-Century Modern

By Poltrona Frau, Tito Agnoli

Located in Byron Bay, NSW

Poppy model three seater couch by Tito Agnoli for Poltronova Frau. Fully professional regenerated by Poltronova Frau. Poppy it’s one of the most comfortable sofa.

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Complete Lounge Set "Poppy" Model, Design Tito Agnoli for Poltrona Frau, 1974
Complete Lounge Set "Poppy" Model, Design Tito Agnoli for Poltrona Frau, 1974

Complete Lounge Set "Poppy" Model, Design Tito Agnoli for Poltrona Frau, 1974

By Poltrona Frau, Tito Agnoli

Located in taranto, IT

Designed by Tito Agnoli in 1974, the "Poppy" living room set (also known as Papavero) represents a splendid synthesis between Poltrona Frau's rigorous artisanal tradition and the bol...

Category

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Materials

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Pair of armchairs by Tito Agnoli for Poltrona Frau, mod. Poppy, 1970s
Pair of armchairs by Tito Agnoli for Poltrona Frau, mod. Poppy, 1970s

Pair of armchairs by Tito Agnoli for Poltrona Frau, mod. Poppy, 1970s

By Poltrona Frau, Tito Agnoli

Located in SAN PIETRO MOSEZZO, NO

Coppia di poltrone della serie "Poppy" disegnata da Tito Agnoli e prodotto da Poltrona Frau negli anni '70.

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Poltrona Frau "Poppy" 2-Seat Sofa & Armchair - In Buffalo Leather
Poltrona Frau "Poppy" 2-Seat Sofa & Armchair - In Buffalo Leather

Poltrona Frau "Poppy" 2-Seat Sofa & Armchair - In Buffalo Leather

Located in Barrowford, GB

On offer on this occasion is a small suite of seating capable of being the last you might ever need to buy, it being an ultra-rare "Poppy" 2-seat compact sofa and armchair, all dress...

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Materials

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Tito Agnoli Cognac Leather Sofa Suite Model 'Poppy' Poltrona Frau, Italy 1970s
Tito Agnoli Cognac Leather Sofa Suite Model 'Poppy' Poltrona Frau, Italy 1970s

Tito Agnoli Cognac Leather Sofa Suite Model 'Poppy' Poltrona Frau, Italy 1970s

By Paltrona Frau, Tito Agnoli

Located in Vienna, AT

Tito Agnoli Cognac leather sofa suite Model 'Poppy' Paltrona Frau, Italy 1970s. Patinated burnt orange leather Armchair: 90cm x 100cm x 80cm - Seat height 50cm.

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Poppy model 1970s sofa by Tito Angoli for Poltrona Frau

By Tito Agnoli, Poltrona Frau

Located in Premariacco, IT

Elegant dark brown leather sofa with three spacious and comfortable seats. Soft and cozy upholstered pillows, perfect for a relaxing moment in a waiting room or modern living room. ...

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Frau Italian leather sofa by Tito Agnoli, Poppy model

Frau Italian leather sofa by Tito Agnoli, Poppy model

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H 27.56 in W 89.77 in D 37.41 in

Frau Italian leather sofa by Tito Agnoli, Poppy model

By Poltrona Frau, Tito Agnoli

Located in Milano, IT

At the center of this refined environment is the exclusive Poppy seating set, a masterpiece designed by Tito Agnoli and made by Poltrona Frau.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather

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