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Pair Of French Modern Karate Chairs By Michel Cadestin

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Rare pair of French Modern Michel Cadestin for Airborne Karate lounge chairs. These shapely and extremely comfortable iconic Italian lounge chairs are in very good condition and date to 1968. This stunning pair of mid century space age fiberglass chairs have been newly painted and professionally upholstered in plush cream boucle fabric.
  • Creator:
    Michel Cadestin (Designer),Airborne (Maker)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 34.5 in (87.63 cm)Width: 37.5 in (95.25 cm)Depth: 35 in (88.9 cm)Seat Height: 17 in (43.18 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Style:
    Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1960
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Very good vintage condition. Chairs have been professionally painted and upholstered in plush cream boucle fabric.
  • Seller Location:
    Houston, TX
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: KIRBY ANTIQUES-Mirror-CHAIRS-LU8694391672721stDibs: LU869439167272
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