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Large Howard Keith ‘Diplomat' Sofa for HK Furniture in Off-White Velvet, 1970s

$18,870.76
£14,045.45
€15,750
CA$25,848.23
A$28,748.87
CHF 15,011.77
MX$349,843.16
NOK 191,723.16
SEK 179,802.50
DKK 119,899.25
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About the Item

Impressive large ‘Diplomat sofa in excellent condition. Designed by Howard Keith for HK Furniture in the 1970s. This exceptionally large and deep ‘Diplomat’ sofa finds itself at the intersection of art and design. The sofa has cut away details to the back and the arm rests and has cylindrical chrome and wood legs. It has been reupholstered in a high quality off-white velvet fabric. The HK Diplomat was quickly considered a classic sofa design and was sold by retailers such as Harrods. The sofa was included in a Classics exhibition at Heal & Son Ltds London store as early as 1981. They were famously owned by Princess Anne as well as Lord Edward Davenport. The Diplomat’s low, modernist sleek lines and deep-set seating make them a well sought after piece. HK created bespoke furniture for the Queen’s Royal Train and the QE2 cruise liner. HK of London designed furniture for the British Parliament and the Royal Bank of England. We offer a variety of insured shipping services, ask us for the possibilities and competitive pricing. If you have any questions about our shipping options or this item please feel free to contact us. References: Mangiarotti, Space Age, Midcentury Design, Postwar, Sixties, Seventies, 60s, 70s, Verner Panton, Joe Colombo, Pierre Paulin, Tobia Scarpa, Osvaldo Borsani, Eero Saarinen, Eero Aarnio, Alvar Aalto, Alessandro Mendini, Gruppo 55, Artifort, Fritz Hanssen, Gavina, Pierre Chapo, Charlotte Perriand, Le Corbusier, Zalszupin.
  • Creator:
    Howard Keith (Designer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 25.6 in (65 cm)Width: 102.37 in (260 cm)Depth: 41.34 in (105 cm)Seat Height: 16.54 in (42 cm)
  • Style:
    Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1970s
  • Condition:
    Reupholstered. Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Echt, NL
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1805342484542

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