Cabinet by Finnish Architect Eliel Saarinen
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Cabinet by Finnish Architect Eliel Saarinen
About the Item
- Creator:Johnson Furniture Company (Maker),Eliel Saarinen (Designer)
- Dimensions:Height: 30.13 in (76.54 cm)Width: 24 in (60.96 cm)Depth: 20 in (50.8 cm)
- Style:Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
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- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:1939
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Very good condition for it's age.
- Seller Location:Providence, RI
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU943024578502
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