Florence Knoll Patina Brass Vase – Gifted to Bob Yares
A rare and refined piece of mid-century design, this patinated brass vase is attributed to Florence Knoll and dates to circa 1950. With its clean, cylindrical silhouette and understated elegance, the vase embodies Knoll’s signature balance of form and function. Crafted in the United States, the piece features warm, naturally aged brass contrasted by a sleek chrome-plated interior — a subtle, sophisticated interplay of materials.

This particular vase holds special provenance: it was gifted directly by Florence Knoll to Bob Yares, a cherished longtime administrator at the Cranbrook Academy of Art. Remembered as the unofficial “Mayor of Academy Way,” Bob was deeply embedded in Cranbrook’s creative community from 1978 to 2009 and was a trusted friend and collaborator to both students and faculty, including Knoll herself.

A sculptural and collectible object in its own right, this vase carries not just design pedigree, but a meaningful personal history tied to one of America’s most influential design institutions.

— Florence Knoll, c. 1950
— Patinated solid brass exterior with plated chrome interior
— 6" H x 4.5" DIA
— Excellent vintage condition

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