Vintage Rattan Chair with Slanted Back & Long Front Skir
Located in Yonkers, NY
A vintage Country style Thai hand woven rattan chair from the mid 20th century, with arching back
Mid-20th Century Thai Country Chairs
Rattan
Vintage Rattan Chair with Slanted Back & Long Front Skir
Located in Yonkers, NY
A vintage Country style Thai hand woven rattan chair from the mid 20th century, with arching back
Rattan
$1,900
H 36 in W 25 in D 56 in
Dutch Colonial Teak Plantation Lounge Chair from Madura with Slanted Back
Located in Yonkers, NY
lounge chair features a pierced slanted back, connected seamlessly to two long, inviting arms. The seat
Teak
$1,950
H 37 in W 21 in D 24.5 in
Javanese Vintage Dutch Colonial Plantation Wooden Lounge Chair with Slanted Back
Located in Yonkers, NY
A vintage Javanese Dutch Colonial plantation lounge chair from Madura, Indonesia. Born in Madura
Wood
$2,900
H 38 in W 32 in D 44.5 in
Dutch Colonial Wood and Rattan Lounge Chair with Slanted Back and Carved Finials
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Dutch Colonial wooden lounge chair from the early 20th century with slanted rattan back, long
Rattan, Wood
Unique Mid-Century Modern Barrel Back Side Chair
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This beautiful vintage modern lounge chair features a unique barrel backrest that slants downward
Faux Leather
$482Sale Price|20% Off
H 27.37 in W 20.08 in D 20.87 in
Postmodern Design Chair by Pierantonio Bonacina, Italy, 1990's
By Pierantonio Bonacina
Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN
Office Chair or Side chair. With original metal label, see picture. Cool slanted shaped chair in very
Metal, Chrome
$4,995 / set
H 33.5 in W 16 in D 15 in
Pair of English Gorget Back Mahogany Hall Chairs from the 1860s
Located in Atlanta, GA
This exquisite pair of English slanted hall chairs features molded gorget backs adorned with
Mahogany
Vintage Lounge Chair by Fritz Hansen
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Stunning vintage modern lounge chair features stylish slanted wood armrests and aqua blue
Chrome
"Amon-Ra's 2024 Casual Throne" - Contemporary Black Leather Club Chair
By Jean-Michel Gadoua
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Occasional chair. Slants running smoothly, defying gravity. This monster is firmly in place. The
Leather
$4,495 / set
H 35 in W 31 in D 35 in
Vintage McGuire Dark Rattan Leopard Floral Velvet Cushions Lounge Chairs- A Pair
By McGuire
Located in Farmington Hills, MI
We are very pleased to offer a vintage pair of McGuire lounge chairs, circa the 1970s. Crafted with
Velvet, Rattan, Hardwood
$3,500
H 36 in W 29 in D 38 in
Dutch Colonial Early 20th Century Plantation Lounge Chair with Brown Leather
Located in Yonkers, NY
Dutch Colonial plantation chair features a slanted back topped with a pyramidal crest with flat upper
Brass
$4,500 / set
H 33 in W 31 in D 29 in
Mid Century Postmodern Italian Club Chairs Newly Reupholstered in Boucle - Pair
Located in Chicago, IL
Mid Century Postmodern Italian Slant Back Club Chairs Newly Reupholstered in a Rich Italian "Lamb
Metal
$4,503 / item
H 37.41 in W 27.96 in D 33.08 in
Customizable Wittmann Contessa 1956 Lounge Chair by Wittmann Workshop
By Wittmann
Located in New York, NY
available in a choice of eight different colors. Meanwhile the conical slanting legs give the chair
Leather, Fabric
$8,475
H 34.5 in W 28.5 in D 27 in
Pair of Hollywood Asymmetrical Tufted Hollywood Chairs in Smoked Topaz Velvet
Located in New York, NY
channel tufted barreling back that slants at a bias. The chairs mirror each other in palindromic symmetry
Fabric, Velvet
$11,000
H 40.5 in W 26 in D 49 in
Anglo-Indian Inlaid Plantation Chair with Scrolling Foliage and Extending Arms
Located in Atlanta, GA
plantation chair features a slanted back topped with a carved crest and petite turned balusters. It is its
Wood, Cane
$2,800 / item
H 29 in W 24 in D 23 in
Eero Saarinen for Knoll Executive Side Chair in White Ivory Shearling c. 1950
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in Saint Louis, MO
deliver a sitting experience that's incredibly comfortable. This Saarinen chair has a slanted seat to
Metal
$390
H 38 in W 17.5 in D 17.75 in
Rustic Javanese Vintage Wooden Side Chair with Slatted Bamboo Back and Seat
Located in Yonkers, NY
. Created on the island of Java during the Midcentury period, this side chair features a slanted back made
Bamboo, Wood
Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen & Søn 'Sawbuck' Dining Chair in Teak
By Carl Hansen & Søn, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Waalwijk, NL
appearance. The chair's distinct feature is its concave carvings on the backrest, while its slightly slanted
Fabric, Teak
Set of 16 Steelcase Coalesse Armchairs
By Coalesse
Located in Pasadena, TX
. The base is walnut with a slanted skirt. 16 chairs available Reupholstery is recommended. .
Fabric, Walnut
English Victorian Tufted Walnut Arm Chair
Located in Queens, NY
English Victorian walnut slant back arm chair with tufted rust upholstery.
Upholstery, Walnut
$120,543
H 38.59 in W 37.21 in D 19.49 in
Eugenio Quarti Liberty Desk Suite w/ Chair & Paperbasket, Italy, Early 20th c.
By Eugenio Quarti
Located in BARCELONA, ES
the early 20th century. The slant-front secrétaire, matching side chair and wastebasket showcase
Brass
$2,860 / item
H 28.35 in W 24.41 in D 28.75 in
Hand Carved Massive Oak Wood Armchair Inspired by Ancient Egyptian Temples
By Shewekar Elgharably
Located in Cairo, EG
massive Oak, so each one is unique. The chair rests slanted slightly backwards mirroring the lines of the
Upholstery, Oak
$2,100
H 28.75 in W 22.125 in D 26.5 in
Pair of Antique French Chinoiserie Armchairs, Red and Gold Lacquer, 19th Century
Located in San Francisco, CA
black and red silk chair pads, the chairs have a slanted back. In good condition for the age of the
Fabric, Wood, Lacquer
$3,500
H 48.75 in W 26.7 in D 34 in
Italian Baroque Period 17th Century Walnut Armchair with Carved X-Form Stretcher
Located in Atlanta, GA
Baroque era. The chair features a slanted back, which not only adds to its aesthetic appeal but also
Upholstery, Wood
$2,360Sale Price|20% Off
H 25.25 in W 45.75 in D 33.5 in
Louis XIII Style Walnut French Fauteuil with Scrolling Arms and Turned Base
Located in Atlanta, GA
only a distinctive look but also superb support for relaxation. The rectangular, slanted back adds to
Upholstery, Walnut
Unavailable
H 37 in W 38 in D 39 in
Constructivist Westport Adirondack Lounge Chair, Early Modernist ON SALE Deco
By Harry Bunnell
Located in Dallas, TX
intended for outdoor use, these chairs rarely survived. The slanted chairs allowed people to sit in an
Hardwood
Pair of Tapestry Upholstered Chestnut Louis XIV Chairs
Located in Amsterdam, NL
A good pair of chestnut chairs with slightly slanted backrest with arched crest rail 'chapeau de
Chestnut
Ebonized Rope Side Chair
Located in New Preston, CT
Ebonized oversized side chair with decorative rope backrest and outward slanted armrests. Chair is
Rope
Unavailable
H 33.47 in W 16.54 in D 18.12 in
Set of 6 dining table chairs beechwood and bentwood swiss production 1950s
By Horgen-Glarus
Located in Zürich, Zürich
the style elements of a traditional alpine chair (slanted, plugged in legs) with an unusual backrest
Beech
Pair of Midcentury Armless Slipper Chairs
By Edward Wormley
Located in Houston, TX
Beautiful pair of white petite slant leg armless slipper chairs.
Unavailable
H 29 in W 35 in D 35 in
Pair of Vintage Mid-Century Modern Cushioned French Armchairs, circa 1965
Located in Houston, TX
wonderful slanted profile of these chairs give them their modern appearance as they were designed to be seen
Fabric, Faux Leather
Antique Victorian Salon Armchair on Castors, 1850s
Located in Ely, GB
features a slanted back with scrolled / rolled top and floating armrests. The chair sits on original
Mahogany
Sold
H 30 in W 29.5 in D 34 in
Pair of Italian Club Chairs, Slant Back, Brass Legs, French, Mid-Century
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Italian, Mid-Century club/armchairs. Slant back. Tufted design accent. Brass legs
Linen
Vintage Six-Band Large Slanted Back Rattan Armchair with Ottoman
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
less seat and back rest slats) (3) Vintage Six-Band Rattan Slipper Chair (4) Square
Rattan
Pair of Walnut Frame Bergere Chairs
Located in New York, NY
Very comfortable pair of slant back bergere chairs.
Antique Romanian Folk Art Painted Country Chair
Located in Round Top, TX
Romania. Birds, flowers, and even the date of 1913 embellish this delightful side chair with slanted peg
Edward Wormley Occasional Chair
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Chicago, IL
Wormley for Dunbar, slanted seat lounge chair with slim paddle arm details. Reupholstered in
Leather, Mahogany
Pair of H. Brockmann-Petersen Teak Lounge Chairs, c. 1960's
By H. Brockmann-Petersen, Randers Møbelfabrik
Located in Norwalk, CT
their strong yet elegant angular forms, these chair bodies slant at just the right degree for comfort
Teak
Lounge Chair by Adrian Pearsall
Located in Dallas, TX
an interesting slanted arm chair in walnut with diamond pattern upholstery in beige, brown and
Walnut, Upholstery
Pair of Italian Lounge Chairs
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of 1950s, Italian lounge chairs with slanted metal legs and brass capped sabots. Newly re
Brass
Paul McCobb Styled Upholstered Lounge Chair
By Paul McCobb
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A high back upholstered lounge chair with slant back arms and conical walnut legs in a beige with
Paul McCobb Styled Upholstered Lounge Chair
By Paul McCobb
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A smaller sized upholstered lounge chair with slant back arms and walnut conical legs it has a
Pair of English Club Chairs, circa 1910
Located in New York, NY
1910 pair of English club chairs with slant back, whip stitching, down and feather cushions. Off
Down
Pair of 19thC Napoleon III Arm Chairs
Located in New York, NY
Very comfortable pair of curved back Napoleon III arm chairs. The back of the chairs are
Anglo-Indian Style Leather Chair and Ottoman
Located in Bridgeport, CT
The chair with slanted back, sloping seat and scrolled arms, with an arch shaped base with splayed
Leather, Wood
Pair of 1940's French Modern Arm Chairs
Located in New York, NY
Very stylish pair of slant back arm chairs in the style of Gio Ponti. Note the thin spindle legs.
Wood
Pair of French 19thC Napoleon III Arm Chairs
Located in New York, NY
Very stylish pair of Napoleon III chairs. The back slants back slightly allowing for a very
Wood
Pair of French 19thC Napoleon III Slipper Chairs
Located in New York, NY
Pair of square back Napoleon III slipper chairs in the style of "Billy Baldwin". The chairs
Pair of Mid-Century Lounge Chairs with Conical Legs
Located in Dallas, TX
Newly upholstered Mid-Century lounge chairs with a slanted arms. Dimensions: 28.5"wide 30.5"deep
Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Cooper lounge Chair Solid Walnut
By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
1960s. Featuring a low arched sculptural back with forward slanting legs, the chair has a lot of visual
Walnut
Sold
H 35.5 in W 28.25 in D 28 in
English Midcentury Brown Leather Club Chairs with Velvet Cushions and Nailheads
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of vintage English brown leather club chairs from the mid 20th century with slanted backs
Brass
Sold
H 25.5 in W 25.5 in D 28 in
Mid-Century Pierre Guariche Style Lounge Chair, Striped Velvet, Chrome Legs
By Pierre Guariche
Located in Los Angeles, CA
playful multi-color pattern, while the chair's distinctive slanted lines and subtle curves exemplify
Chrome
Sold
H 38.5 in W 38.5 in D 30 in
Dutch Colonial Period Wood and Rattan Lounge Chair with Extending Arms
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Dutch Colonial period wood and rattan lounge plantation chair with slanted, curving back
Cane, Wood
Sold
H 31.75 in W 24.25 in D 29 in
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs in Hand-Rubbed Walnut & Bronze Velvet
Located in New York, NY
with a slim hand-rubbed walnut seat rail. The backs of the chairs are comfortably slanted and button
Velvet, Walnut
Set of 6 Caned Back Dining Chairs
Located in New York, NY
Wonderful set of 6 caned back chairs with gold upholstered seats. All chairs have nice slant
Cane, Walnut
Sold
H 34 in W 20 in D 25 in
Splendid and Rare Set of Eight Walnut and Cane Dining Chairs by John Kapel
By John Kapel
Located in Danville, CA
Beautiful and rare set of eight dining chairs in solid walnut by John Kapel. The chairs feature
Cane, Walnut
Sold
H 37.5 in W 19.25 in D 16.75 in
Set of Six Italian Oak Dining Room Side Chairs with Fluted Legs, circa 1870
Located in Atlanta, GA
six oak side chairs features a slanted back adorned with a pierced splat. The seat, recovered with a
Brass
Sold
H 43.5 in W 18.5 in D 22.5 in
Set of Eight French Louis XIII Style Os de Mouton Dining Chairs with Tapestry
Located in Atlanta, GA
room chairs presents the stylistic characteristics of the Louis XIII era. Each chair features a slanted
Tapestry, Wood
Sold
H 30 in W 21 in D 23 in
Rare Museum Quality Paul Frankl Rattan Dining Chairs Circa 1934, Set of 6
By Paul Frankl
Located in Van Nuys, CA
, included is a set of 4 side chairs and 2 matching armchairs. The side chairs feature a slanted slat design
Rattan
Sold
H 30.25 in W 19.75 in D 20 in
Set of 4 1970's Mod Ate van Apeldoorn Style Square Frame Pine Dining Chairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1970's Mod Ate van Apeldoorn style boxy square frame pine dining chairs with slanted armrests. One
Pine
Sold
H 32.29 in W 20.67 in D 18.9 in
Set of Ten Mid-Century Modern Sawbuck Ch-29 Chairs by Hans J. Wegner, 1950s
By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen & Søn
Located in Amsterdam, NL
slanted position, making the chair more comfortable than it looks! This design is closely related to
Beech, Teak
18th Century Chippendale Armchair, Office or Desk Chair, Mahogany
Located in Manhasset, NY
18th Century Chippendale Armchair, Desk Chair, Mahogany 18th Century Chippendale arm or desk chair
Mahogany
Sold
H 41.75 in W 22 in D 22 in
French Louis XVI Style Painted and Upholstered Bergère Chair with Custom Cushion
Located in Atlanta, GA
slanted. The chair has been reupholstered and features a custom cushion on the seat. The seat height is
Upholstery, Wood
Sold
H 37.5 in W 28.5 in D 16 in
Antique English Edwardian Mahogany Inlaid Secretary Slant Front Desk & Chair
Located in Plainview, NY
An antique English Edwardian slant front writing desk, a true embodiment of the refined
Mahogany
Sold
H 39 in W 24 in D 26 in
English 1870s Bobbin Chair with Slanted Back, Casters and Upholstered Seat
Located in Atlanta, GA
An English bobbin chair from the second half of the 19th century with slanted back and new
Upholstery, Wood
Sold
H 24.81 in W 18.51 in D 16.54 in
Child Beech Writing Table Slant Top Desk and Foldable Chair, France, Mid 20th C
Located in Labrit, Landes
French slant top desk writing table and its chair, circa 1950. Foldable beech pupitre for child and
Ceramic, Beech
Pair Bergere Chairs
Located in New York, NY
Decorative wood frame bergere chairs. The slanted back makes these extremely comfortable. All legs
Wood
Vintage Metamorphic Indian Wooden Step Ladder Folding Side Chair
Located in Yonkers, NY
the midcentury period, this convenient chair features a slanted slatted back flowing into the hind
Wood
Set of Twelve McKinnon & Harris Ladder Back Garden Dining Chairs
By Mckinnon and Harris
Located in Rio Vista, CA
of all armchairs with four of the twelve chairs having a slightly more reclined back. The slanted
Aluminum
Sold
H 33.5 in W 21 in D 18.5 in
Early 20th Century Captain's Chair from Bali with Slatted Wood and Loop Arms
Located in Yonkers, NY
. Originating from the Indonesian island of Bali, this chair features a slanted back adorned with a central
Wood
Sold
H 45.5 in W 24.75 in D 29.75 in
Pair of French Louis XIV Style Walnut Armchairs with Os de Mouton Bases
Located in Atlanta, GA
aesthetic of timeless sophistication. The chairs, featuring rectangular slanted backs and large scrolling
Upholstery, Walnut
Midcentury Ole Wanscher Armchair for Poul Jeppesen
By Ole Wanscher, Poul Jeppesen
Located in New York, NY
with a dark veneer finish. Minimal in structure with sleek lines and soft edges, the chair slants back
Set of Four Exquisite 18th Century Italian Side Chairs
Located in Atlanta, GA
A set of four 18th century Italian painted and gilded upholstered wooden side chairs with slanted
Wood
Sold
H 39 in W 22.5 in D 27.5 in
Vintage Burmese Country Style Woven Rattan Lounge Chair with Arching Accents
Located in Yonkers, NY
A vintage Burmese Country style woven rattan lounge chair from the Mid-20th Century, with slanted
Rattan, Wood
Sold
H 34.5 in W 28.5 in D 27 in
Pair of Hollywood Asymmetrical Tufted Hollywood Chairs in Smoked Topaz Velvet
Located in New York, NY
channel tufted barreling back that slants at a bias. The chairs mirror each other in palindromic symmetry
Velvet, Walnut
Sold
H 24 in W 19 in D 23 in
Italian 19th Century Swivel Chair with Painted Floral Décor and Carved Legs
Located in Atlanta, GA
in Italy during the 19th century, this unusual swivel chair features a slanted pierced back resting
Wood
Sold
H 34.25 in W 19 in D 14 in
Pair of French Louis XVI Style Painted and Gilded Upholstered Side Chairs, 1860s
Located in Atlanta, GA
This exquisite pair of French Louis XVI style painted side chairs features slightly slanted
Upholstery, Wood
Hans J. Wegner Set of Four Sawbuck Chairs
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Dronten, NL
slanted position, making the chair more comfortable than it looks. A number of chairs by Wegner are called
Teak
Sold
H 42 in W 19 in D 18 in
Set of Six French Louis XIII Style Walnut Os de Mouton Upholstered Dining Chairs
Located in Atlanta, GA
set of six dining chairs features a slanted back covered with a new cotton upholstery, echoed on the
Upholstery, Walnut
Deco Arm Chairs
Located in Atlanta, GA
These are early 1900's unique curved back deco chairs. Elegant slant on back legs. New custom
Wood
Frederik Kayser Teak & Leather Sling Back Lounge Chairs
Located in New York, NY
2 low-sitting sling back lounge chairs with slanted legs, leather back-rest, & cushioned seat
Leather, Teak
Stunning Venetian Polychrome & Parcel-Gilt Decorated Gondola Chair
Located in Bedford, Bedfordshire
The shaped Venetian gondola chair having polychrome decorated panels to all sides and retaining the
Giltwood, Velvet
$6,500 / item
H 14 in W 36 in D 20 in
Modern Oval Coffee Table in Oak Wood Cylinder Base and Glass by Ercole Home
By Ercole Home
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Palazzo oval coffee table with green and ivory glass sits on 2 Rift White Oak Wood pedestals by Ercole Home. This new bespoke coffee table design by Ercole Home is available today fo...
Art Glass, Walnut, Cut Glass
Pair of Modern Walnut Side Tables
By Theodore Alexander
Located in Westwood, NJ
A Pacific walnut side table, the square top with rounded corners and a reeded edge above a similar under tier, on bobbin turned legs. Dimensions: 26" W x 26" D x 28.5" H.
Wood
Classic Empire Center Table, Oatmeal
Located in Westwood, NJ
A Classic Empire style grey cerused oak oatmeal stained center table with a carved ogee edge, raised on an octagonal pedestal base. Dimensions: 42" W x 42" D x 30" H.
Wood
Pair of French Wrought Iron Martini Tables
Located in London, GB
Wrought iron martini tables, hand made in England inspired by an original 1940s French design. Finished with a natural bronze patina as standard. Can also be supplied in black or gi...
Iron
$3,900 / set
H 15 in Dm 10 in
Pair of 'Bloc' Parchment Lamps with Parchment Paper Shades by Design Frères
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of 'Bloc' parchment clad table lamps with matching parchment paper shades by Design Frères.
Wood, Parchment Paper, Hide
$2,145 / set
H 24.81 in W 23.63 in D 13.78 in
French Pair of Nightstands Side Cabinets Bedside Tables Brutalist Style, 2022
Located in Labrit, Landes
Pair of oak nightstands "Pyrénées" signed by Sébastien Lamarre. This french side cabinets were made by Sébastien Lamarre for Maison Marie Anne. The creator chose for the Pyrénées mo...
Oak
$2,000 / item
H 8.5 in Dm 17.5 in
Vintage Inspired Handcrafted Fluted Farmhouse Porcelain Pendant Light
By DBO Home
Located in Sharon, CT
Classic, elegant, with a perfectly imperfect touch. We just love our new porcelain Parasol Fluted Pendants. Inspired by a vintage pie cover, we designed them to hang over our kitchen...
Brass
$5,780
H 29.5 in W 78.5 in D 33.5 in
19th Century Country French Provincial Chestnut Farmhouse Dining Table
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Rustic 19th century country French provincial farmhouse dining table crafted from chestnut. The table features a four plank top 1 inch thick with tongue and groove joinery and a beau...
Chestnut
The Howard, Custom Made Belgian Linen Armchair
Located in Jesteburg, DE
Introducing the home collection. A small selection of timeless Flemish designs made by hand for us in a small third generation workshop in Belgium. Has been used by many influent...
Linen
The 'Matisse' Etagere
Located in London, GB
The 'Matisse' wrought iron side table. A hand made and patinated wrought iron etagere with whimsical Matisse style cut-out decoration. Made to order based on a 1960s original. Avail...
Wrought Iron
$22,500 / set
H 28.5 in W 32.5 in D 30 in
Magnificent Pair of Restored Vintage Rattan Club Chairs by McGuire
By McGuire
Located in Atlanta, GA
These magnificent lounge chairs are shipped as professionally photographed and described in the listing narrative: Meticulously professionally restored and installation ready. New cu...
Rattan, Hardwood, Cane
Custom Made Belgian Linen Armchair
Located in Jesteburg, DE
Introducing the home collection. A small selection of timeless Flemish designs made by hand for us in a small third generation workshop in Belgium. Has been used by many influentia...
Linen
Couple of Brown Velvet English Style Armchairs
Located in Milano, IT
Beautiful pair of English style armchairs made in the 1950s in a beautiful brown velvet. The armchairs have 4 feet to support the seat: the two at the back are made of a beautiful, ...
Brass
Pair of British Colonial Style Carved Caned Plantation Chairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Amazing pair of hand-carved plantation chairs crafted in the British colonial taste. The chairs feature large frames decorated with reeded, scrolled seats having delicate acanthus de...
Cane, Rattan, Wood
Carved 19th Century West Indies Rosewood Plantation Chair
Located in Richmond, VA
Beautifully carved 19th century West Indies rosewood plantation chair.
Cane, Rosewood
$6,360Sale Price|20% Off
H 35 in W 27.5 in D 51 in
19th Century British Colonial Tea Plantation Teak & Leather Lounge Chair
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
Circa 1890 Rare Teak and leather lounge chair that was formerly used in a Tea Estate in India. Hand made with pull out leaves that transform into leg rests and can be tucked back ...
Teak
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