Georges Frydman Living Room Set, EFA France, 1960

1960s set of two Jean Marais black enameled vase and jug ceramics          The set consists of a jug and a vase in dark slate color with an enamel ...

The lamp stands on four small bamboo legs on which is placed a round cage consisting of two bamboo circles at the top and bottom, between these two circles are placed thin bamboo rod...

Composed of fine white ceramic braids made entirely by hand forming the base of the lamp. It is dressed with a round lampshade made of off-white cotton. It is signed under the base (...

1950 adjustable desk lamp by Arlus. Made of chrome and black lacquered metal. The lamp base is made of solid black painted cast iron. The height of the light can by adjusted, as the...

Set of 5 French Empire-style (19th century) mahogany salon or living room set with bronze trim and red damask upholstery. Measurements: 2 arms 27½" W 28" D 40½" H 2 sides 22½...

Beautiful rattan set made of a sofa and 2 large armchairs. High quality, good condition, rare. Sofa 137x80x90 h cm Armchairs 80x80x90 h cm

A stunning living room set from the “Parallel Bar” series, designed by Florence Knoll for Knoll International, manufactured in the United States of America, circa 1960. Made of the highest quality chrome-plated metal with beautiful beige fabric upholstery. The seats have a wonderful modern design that are very recognizable for the style of Knoll. Smooth, modern and very inviting! The armrests add to the wonderful seating comfort. This set will make a wonderful addition to any decor, adding style, class and comfort the interior! The sizes for the chair are W. 79 x D. 50 x H. 77 (SH. 41) cm The sizes for the sofa are W. 158 x D. 48 x H. 75 (SH. 38) cm The set remains in very good condition with minor wear consistent with age and use, preserving a beautiful patina. Florence Knoll Bassett (born May 24, 1917) is an American architect and furniture designer who studied under Mies van der Rohe and Eliel Saarinen. She was born Florence Schust. In 1938, Hans Knoll founded his furniture company by that name in New York. In 1943, Florence Schust convinced Hans she could help bring in business to his company even in America’s wartime economy by expanding into interior design by working with architects. With her architectural background and design flair, she succeeded. They married in 1946, she became a full business partner and together they founded Knoll Associates. A new furniture factory was established in Pennsylvania and dealers in Knoll’s furniture were carefully added over the next several years. Florence Knoll felt architects should contribute their design ability to furniture as well. Some of these furniture designs would become design icons of the 20th century and have remained in the Knoll line for decades due to their timeless design. When Hans Knoll died in a car accident in 1955, Florence Knoll took over operation of the company. Florence Knoll herself designed chairs, sofas, tables and casegoods during the 1950s, many of which remain in the Knoll line to this day. In 1958 she married Harry Hood Bassett. Her American interpretation of Minimalist, rationalist design theories is clearly evident in Knoll’s storage pieces. She mixed woods and metals to great effect and added laminates as they became popular. Dressers and desks are all square in design but never lack for quality. Hanging cabinets have glass shelves, sliding doors and drop down fronts that can be used as bars. As an architect, Knoll’s most famous creations are the Connecticut General Life...

Sweet rattan chairs and matching table form the 1950s.