Nine Seating Elements, Otto Zapf, 1967, Germany, Super Rare Original Leather
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Nine Seating Elements, Otto Zapf, 1967, Germany, Super Rare Original Leather
About the Item
- Creator:Otto Zapf (Designer)
- Dimensions:Height: 26.78 in (68 cm)Width: 24.81 in (63 cm)Depth: 35.44 in (90 cm)Seat Height: 15.75 in (40 cm)
- Sold As:Set of 9
- Style:Modern (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:1967
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Minor fading. Great original vintage condition with a few small area's of slightly distressed leather (no tears) and fading giving the leather a nice patinated overall look, full condition report and extra photo's on request.
- Seller Location:bergen op zoom, NL
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU93011299000
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