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Daybed Barcelona – Design by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe – Produced by Knoll We present at auction one of the most fascinating and representative icons of 20th-century design: the Daybed Barcelona, designed by the renowned architect and designer Ludwig Mies van der Rohe in 1930 and produced by Knoll International. An absolute masterpiece of Modernism, the Daybed Barcelona combines the author's rigorous structural inquiry with timeless elegance, offering exceptional comfort that redefines the perception of the living space. Design and history: The Daybed Barcelona represents a fundamental milestone in the history of furniture design, the product of an extraordinary balance between elegance and functionality. History and origins: created in 1930 for the New York residence of architectural historian Philip Johnson and officially presented in 1931 at the famous Bauausstellung exhibition in Berlin. Structure and materials: the base is finely crafted in walnut-stained solid wood, supported by elegant leather straps and stainless steel legs that emphasize the project’s structural rigor. Tailored workmanship: the mattress, upholstered in fire-retardant foam, is covered in premium black leather hand-cut with 72 individual panels sewn together. The seating is completed by the practical coordinating headrest, easily adjustable. Lot conditions: The lot presents itself in excellent conservational conditions, free of defects or visible imperfections, preserving its aesthetic and functional integrity. Structure and upholstery: the wooden and steel structure and the premium black leather upholstery are in exceptional condition, as highlighted in the photographic documentation. Authenticity: originality is guaranteed by the Knoll-stamped fabric lining and the KnollStudio-stamped mark on one of the feet of the structure. Retail price: € 16,714 Dimensions: Width: 196 cm Depth: 98 cm Height: 44 cm The Designer: Ludwig Mies van der Rohe German architect and designer (1886–1969), Ludwig Mies van der Rohe was one of the founding fathers of modern architecture and a prominent figure of the Bauhaus. His design philosophy, summarized in the famous motto

Estimation:€6,000

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