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Mid-Century Japanese Folding "NyChair" by Takeshi Nii

About the Item

Bring home classic vintage Japanese furniture with the iconic "Nychair" by legendary mid-century Asian designer Takeshi Nii. Blending classic Bauhaus aesthetics with dramatic Japanese lines, this lightweight yet comfortable lounge chair and ottoman is a wonderfully versatile seating solution. The original white canvas seat proudly features an eye-catching "distressed" style perfect for industrial or punk spaces, or it could be easily reupholstered into beautiful mid-century masterpiece. Please confirm item pickup location (Brooklyn or NJ) with seller.
  • Creator:
    Takeshi Nii (Designer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 36 in (91.44 cm)Width: 22 in (55.88 cm)Depth: 29 in (73.66 cm)Seat Height: 11 in (27.94 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Style:
    Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Mid-20th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor structural damages. Minor fading. Age appropriate wear- "distressed" appearance with frays and minor rips/tears/discoloration particularly at angles. Slight oxidation to chrome.
  • Seller Location:
    Brooklyn, NY
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 20094-6601NL1stDibs: LU921837932492
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