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"Futura" Swedish 1950s Dining Chairs

About the Item

Two armchairs and two side chairs with stunning sculptural backs by David Rosèn for Nordiska Kompaniet. Cherry hand carved horizontal back splats and curvaceous arms are incredibly sexy. Side chairs are 18" W x 21"D x 34" H.
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  • Dimensions:
    Height: 34 in (86.36 cm)Width: 23 in (58.42 cm)Depth: 24 in (60.96 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 4
  • Style:
    Scandinavian Modern (Of the Period)
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  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1960s
  • Condition:
    Reupholstered. Wear consistent with age and use. Very good, one arm chair side rail has chew marks (from a puppy?).
  • Seller Location:
    Palm Springs, CA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: F-SE-08-0211stDibs: LU908517143482
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