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Clam Chair
By Arnold Madsen
Located in Lommedalen, NO
This gives you a very special and once in a life time opportunity.
This Clam Chair is not only
Category
Mid-20th Century Norwegian Vintage Clam Chair
Materials
Oak
Arnold Madsen Vintage 1950s Sheepskin Clam Chair
By Vik & Blindheim, Arnold Madsen
Located in London, GB
Arnold Madsen - The Clam Chair, 1944
A rare and highly collectible original production from the
Category
1950s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Clam Chair
Materials
Sheepskin, Beech
Scandinavian Modern "Clam Chair" Attributed to Arnold Madsen, 1940s
By Arnold Madsen
Located in Los Gatos, CA
Rare easy chair (also known as Clam Chair) Attributed to Arnold Madsen for Madsen & Schubell in
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Clam Chair
Materials
Fur
Rare Authentic Scandinavian Modern Clam Chair by Arnold Madsen, Denmark
By Arnold Madsen, Madsen & Schubell
Located in Kramfors, SE
Rare Scandinavian modern Clam Chair by Arnold Madsen and produced by Madsen & Schubell. This chair
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Clam Chair
Materials
Sheepskin, Wood
H 35.44 in W 23.23 in D 19.3 in
Clam Chair in Sheepskin by Philip Arctander, Denmark, 1944
By Philip Arctander, Nordisk Staal & Møbel Central 1
Located in Antwerp, BE
Arctander clam chair; Sheepskin; Philip Arctander; Denmark; 1944; Danish Design; Muslingestol
Category
1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Clam Chair
Materials
Sheepskin, Wood
Philip Arctander Sheepskin Clam Chair by Vik & Blindheim
By Philip Arctander, Vik & Blindheim
Located in Littleton, CO
"Muslingestolen", aka "the clam chair" lounge chair designed in 1944 by Danish architect Philip
Category
1950s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Clam Chair
Materials
Sheepskin, Oak
Arnold Madsen 'Clam Chair' produced by Madsen & Schubell, 1950s
By Philip Arctander
Located in Stockholm, SE
Arnold Madsen 'Clam Chair' produced by Madsen & Schubell
1950s. Completely restored. Excellent
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Clam Chair
Materials
Sheepskin
20th Century Danish Vintage Beech Clam Chair by Arnold Madsen & Schubell
By Arnold Madsen, Madsen & Schubell
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A single, vintage Mid-Century modern Danish "Clam" chair made of hand crafted Beechwood designed by
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Clam Chair
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Velvet, Beech
1950's Original Fully Restored Danish Clam Chair Reuphpolstered in Sheepskin
By Skive Møbelfabrik
Located in Knebel, DK
1950's Original fully restored Danish clam chair in sheepskin by Skive Møbelfabrik
The “Clam
Category
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Clam Chair
Materials
Sheepskin, Beech
H 33.08 in W 23.63 in D 32.29 in
Early Pair Of Arnold Madsen Clam Chairs In Curly Sheepskin, 1944
By Madsen & Schubell, Arnold Madsen
Located in ABCOUDE, UT
Fantastic pair of early edition Clam chairs, which were designed in 1944 in Copenhagen for Madsen
Category
1940s Vintage Clam Chair
Materials
Sheepskin, Bentwood
“Clam Chair“ by Arnold Madsen 1944 Madsen & Schubell Sheepskin Denmark
By Arnold Madsen, Madsen & Schubell
Located in Berlin, BE
This “Clam” chair has a beloved design thanks to which it is considered by some as one of the most
Category
1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Clam Chair
Materials
Sheepskin, Jute, Beech
H 30.71 in W 15.36 in D 35.83 in
Postmodern Clam Chair with Walnut Base
Located in Chicago, IL
c. 1970s. Upholstered in original chenille with wood base.
Category
1970s Unknown Post-Modern Vintage Clam Chair
Materials
Chenille, Wood
Arnold Madsen for Madsen & Schubell Rare Pair of Clam Chairs, Denmark, 1944
By Arnold Madsen, Madsen & Schubell
Located in New York, NY
Arnold Madsen for Madsen & Schubell rare pair of Clam chairs with beech arms and legs and
Category
1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Clam Chair
Materials
Bouclé, Birch
H 30 in W 25.5 in D 30 in
Mid-Century Original Danish Clam Chair Attr. to Arnold Madsen
Located in London, GB
An increasingly hard to find 'clam' chair.
Denmark, c1950s.
Attributed to Arnold Madsen
Category
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Clam Chair
Materials
Wood
Midcentury Tufted Wingback "Clam" Chair & Ottoman
By Philip Arctander
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Kick back and enjoy the splendor of the yesteryear with this gorgeous Mid-Century Modern armchair and ottoman. A sleek tufted black leatherette seat provides ample support and comfor...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Vintage Clam Chair
Materials
Leather, Faux Leather, Wood
Mid-Century Original Danish Clam Chair attr. to Arnold Madsen
Located in London, GB
An increasingly hard to find 'clam' chair.
Denmark, c1950s.
Attributed to Arnold Madsen
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Vintage Clam Chair
Materials
Wood
Original Vintage Clam Chair, Danish Modern, 1940s
Located in Lejre, DK
Lounge chair with round armrests and legs of patinated beech. Seat and back in original upholstered
Category
1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Clam Chair
Materials
Beech
20th Century Vintage Single Danish Beech Clam Chair Attributed to Arnold Madsen
By Madsen & Schubell, Arnold Madsen
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A single, vintage Mid-Century modern Danish " Clam " chair made of hand crafted painted Beechwood
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Clam Chair
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Velvet, Beech
H 27.5 in W 27 in D 35 in
Vintage Mid Century Modern Clam Chairs by Seymour Weiner for Kodawood - Set of 4
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage Mid Century Modern Clam Shell Chairs by Seymour James Weiner for Kodawood - Set of 4
Category
Mid-20th Century American Modern Vintage Clam Chair
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
H 48 in W 22.5 in D 19 in
“Clam” Chair by Arnold Madsen for Madsen & Schubell, Denmark, 1944
By Ib Madsen and Acton Schubell, Arnold Madsen
Located in Utrecht, NL
This “Clam” chair has a beloved design thanks to which it is considered by many as one of the most
Category
1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Clam Chair
Materials
Sheepskin, Wood
Midcentury Danish Clam Style Lounge Chair, 1950s
By Philip Arctander, Ib Madsen and Acton Schubell
Located in Bridgeport, CT
similar to Phillip Arctander's famous clam chair. Made from stained and varnished beechwood. Original
Category
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Clam Chair
Materials
Beech
Midcentury Danish Clam Style Lounge Chair in Luxurious Sheepskin, 1950s
By Philip Arctander
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Charming clam-style lounge chair made in Denmark from stained and varnished beech wood. Recovered
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Clam Chair
Materials
Sheepskin, Beech
Easy Chair, Shearling upholstered, Model Åke, Ikea, Sweden, 1950s
By IKEA
Located in Berlin, DE
Clam chair, model Åke, cream colored shearling upholstered, legs and armrests in polished birch
Category
1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Clam Chair
Materials
Lambskin, Birch
Swedish Lounge Chair 1940-50s
Located in Farsta, SE
Swedish Lounge Chair
Made in 1940-50s
Beautiful shape and character,
similar to the clam chair
Category
1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Clam Chair
Materials
Pine
Scandinavian Mid Century Lounge Chair in Sheepskin
By Ib Madsen and Acton Schubell
Located in Karlstad, SE
Rare version of the famous clam chair, upholstered in off-white sheepskin and leather buttons. This
Category
20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Clam Chair
Materials
Sheepskin, Wood
Swedish Modern Sheepskin Side Chair
By Arnold Madsen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
is most likely form the 1940s by an unknown designer and in the style of the famous Clam chair by
Category
1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Clam Chair
Materials
Sheepskin, Wood
Post Modern Ivory White Bouclé Clam Shell Swivel Lounge Chairs
By Directional, Milo Baughman
Located in Saint Louis, MO
into scroll ends - the illusion of a fountain back chair or clam chair. Lower front chair channeling
Category
1990s American Post-Modern Vintage Clam Chair
Materials
Bouclé
Madsen & Schubell Sheepskin Pragh Chair & Stool c1950s
By Madsen & Schubell
Located in London, GB
produced shortly after the first: The Clam Chair in the late 1940s.
The Pragh chair features a curved
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Clam Chair
Materials
Sheepskin, Elm
1940´s Set of Pinewood & Sheepskin Lounge Chairs by Swedish Cabinetmaker
By Axel Einar Hjorth
Located in Odense, DK
quality.
The chairs bears resemblance to other designs from the period such as the Danish "Clam Chair" by
Category
1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Clam Chair
Materials
Sheepskin, Pine
H 31.5 in W 19.69 in D 28.35 in
Arctander Chair Loungechair By Philip Arctander Made In Sheepskin From 1960s
By Philip Arctander
Located in Lejre, DK
The Arctander chair, affectionately known as the (the Clam Chair), designed by Philip Arctander and
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Clam Chair
Materials
Sheepskin, Oak
H 31.11 in W 25.6 in D 20.48 in
Original Red Fabric Arctander Armchair Model "Clam, " Vik & Blindheim, Norway
By Philip Arctander
Located in London, GB
Danish architect Philip Arctander designed in 1944 the "Clam chair". This one is in its original
Category
1940s Norwegian Vintage Clam Chair
Materials
Birch
H 32.29 in W 31.5 in D 25.6 in
Danish Style of Arctander or Schubell Mid-century Lounge Chair
Located in Store Heddinge, DK
famous clam chair.
Remarkably, the original fabric of this chair, despite some signs of wear, remains in
Category
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Clam Chair
Materials
Beech
Rare Arnold Madsen Attributed Clam Rocking Chair circa 1960s
By Arnold Madsen
Located in PORT MELBOURNE, AU
and finishes for your customisation.
Background: The Clam chair or ‘Muslingestole’ is arguably the
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Clam Chair
Materials
Beech, Birch
Danish Modern Teak Stool by ESA, 1950s
By ESA
Located in Asaa, DK
sculpted seat. Four round legs with club shaped profile (like the Clam Chair), mounted with brass brackets
Category
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Clam Chair
Materials
Teak
Postmodern Purple Ascending Clam Shell Back Swivel Chairs - a Pair
Located in Delray Beach, FL
The Postmodern Purple Ascending Clam Shell Back Swivel Chairs, a pair, offer a bold and elegant
Category
20th Century American Post-Modern Vintage Clam Chair
Materials
Fabric
Postmodern Maroon Faux Leather Clam Shell Back Barrel Chairs - a Pair
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Discover the elegance of Maroon Faux Leather Clam Shell Back Barrel Chairs. With their unique
Category
1980s American Vintage Clam Chair
Materials
Faux Leather
Arnold Madsen Club Legged Desk / Table in Beech, Scandinavian Modern, 1940s
By Arnold Madsen, Philip Arctander
Located in Odense, DK
from solid pieces of hand turned beechwood and resembles the legs on Madsens famous "Clam Chair". The
Category
1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Clam Chair
Materials
Beech
H 27.56 in W 45.28 in D 27.56 in
Mid Century Modern Kodawood Clam Shell Chairs by Seymour James Wiener
By Seymour James Wiener
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fantastic pair of Mid Century Modern Sculptural Clam Shell Chairs by Seymour James Wiener. Black
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Clam Chair
Materials
Brass
Rare Arnold Madsen Clam Rocking Chair, Newly Upholstered in Alpaca, 1950s
By Arnold Madsen
Located in London, GB
A rare Clam Rocking Chair by Arnold Madsen and produced in Denmark or Norway in the 1950s. Newly
Category
Mid-20th Century Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Clam Chair
Materials
Alpaca, Wood
H 27.96 in W 24.22 in D 36.62 in
Pair of Midcentury Milo Baughman Clam Shell Swivel Lounge Chairs
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This stunning vintage modern pair of lounge chairs float on top of a circular chrome trim swivel
Category
1970s North American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Clam Chair
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood
Pair of Clam Lounge Chairs in Lambswool, Skive Møbelfabrik, Denmark, 1950s
By Arnold Madsen, Skive Møbelfabrik, Philip Arctander
Located in Odense, DK
The most amazing pair of clam easy chairs made in the style of Arnold Madsen.
These chairs were
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Art Deco Vintage Clam Chair
Materials
Lambskin, Sheepskin, Beech
H 33.08 in W 23.63 in D 27.56 in
Stained Beech Easy Chair in Sheepskin by Danish Cabinetmaker, Denmark 1940s
Located in Utrecht, NL
Arnold Madsen’s famous ‘Clam Chair’, sharing numerous visual qualities. The curving armrests and splayed
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Clam Chair
Materials
Sheepskin, Wood
H 36.62 in W 24.41 in D 30.71 in
Scandinavian Modern, Table in Beech With Club Legs, Arnold Madsen, Made in 1940s
By Philip Arctander, Arnold Madsen
Located in Odense, DK
Danish designer Arnold Madsen with a strong reference to hes iconic "Clam Chair".
The table comes with
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Vintage Clam Chair
Materials
Beech
H 27.56 in W 45.28 in D 27.56 in
Homecrest Clam Shell Casino Salterini Style Wrought Iron Swivel Chairs, a Pair
By Homecrest
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Homecrest Clam Shell Casino Salterini style wrought iron swivel chairs - a Pair. Item features
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Vintage Clam Chair
Materials
Wrought Iron
H 29 in W 25 in D 21 in
Tito Agnoli Chairs
By Tito Agnoli
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Tito Agnoli chairs for Bonacina, Italy, circa 1950s
Great sculptural "clam" shape with floating
Category
1950s Italian Vintage Clam Chair
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
Round Mid-Century Club Chair
Located in Brooklyn, NY
White vinyl club chair with thick cushioning. Clam style lounge chair.
Please confirm location NJ
Category
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Clam Chair
Materials
Fabric
Reupholstered Vintage Milo Baughman Thin Line Shell Chair
By Milo Baughman
Located in Brooklyn, NY
clam shell seat, this chair is ready to elevate any space, whether in the living room or even throne
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Clam Chair
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Hollywood Regency Glamorous Asymmetrical Swivel Chairs in Emerald Green Velvet
By Dorothy Draper
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Every element of these Emerald Green Hollywood Regency Asymmetrical Swivel Chairs screams decades
Category
1940s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Clam Chair
Materials
Velvet, Upholstery
H 32 in W 36 in D 36 in
Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler Concha Lounge Chair, Brazil - 1950s
By Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler
Located in Berlin, DE
Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler Lounge Chair, Brazil - 1950s. The Chair has been reupholstered
Category
1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Clam Chair
Materials
Metal
Post-Modern Pair of Easy Chairs in Chrome & Plastic Wire, 1960s
By René Herbst
Located in Antwerp, BE
translucency of the plastic wire imparts an elegant nude color effect, evoking the image of an oyster-like clam
Category
1960s European Post-Modern Vintage Clam Chair
Materials
Chrome
Milo Baughman Style Monumental Satellite Chair in Soft Ivory White Bouclé c.1960
By Milo Baughman
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Sexy oyster for two or big clam for one all can spread out in this large monumental Mid Century
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Clam Chair
Materials
Bouclé, Upholstery, Walnut
Pair Clam Shell Chairs By Tempestini For Salterini
Located in Tarrytown, NY
Pair of Salterini clam shell chairs. Needs to be repainted.
Category
1960s Vintage Clam Chair
Materials
Iron
Swedish Cabinetmaker Settee / Sofa in Pinewood and White Vägen Linen, 1940s
By Josef Frank, Philip Arctander, Axel Einar Hjorth, Madsen & Schubell, Svenskt Tenn
Located in Odense, DK
famous Clam chair that shares some similarities to this sofa. But it was manufactured in Sweden and the
Category
1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Clam Chair
Materials
Leather, Wool, Pine
H 33.86 in W 48.04 in D 34.65 in
Art Deco Cantilevered Steel Clam Shell Patio Lounge Chair
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Art Deco steel metal clamshell back green patio bouncer lounge chair featuring a distressed green
Category
1930s American Vintage Clam Chair
Materials
Steel
Fantastic Set 4 Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini Clam Shell Iron Patio Chairs
By Maurizio Tempestini, John Salterini
Located in Pemberton, NJ
manufactured by Salterini. Wrought iron frames with metal mesh seats and backs. All chairs are in very good
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Clam Chair
Materials
Iron
H 26 in W 23 in D 24 in
5 Pc Salterini Orange Slice Clam Shell Patio Dining Table & Chairs Powder-Coated
By Maurizio Tempestini, John Salterini
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Mid Century Modern 5 Piece dining table patio outdoor sunroom set & 4 chairs. Design by Maurizio
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Clam Chair
Materials
Wrought Iron
H 27.5 in W 23 in D 24 in
Pair of Midcentury Italian Clam Shell Armchairs
Located in Albano Laziale, Rome/Lazio
A pair of elegant Italian armchairs from circa 1950. The chairs are in good solid condition but are
Category
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Clam Chair
Materials
Brass
Set of Four Vintage Clam Shell Metal Spring Armchairs
Located in Sheffield, MA
Set of (4) vintage metal patio lawn clam shell garden chairs with spring base for extra comfort
Category
Mid-20th Century American Vintage Clam Chair
Materials
Metal
Vintage Leather "Clam Shell" Armchair by Seymour J. Wiener for Kodawood
By Kodawood, Seymour J. Wiener
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Fabulous vintage leather “Clam Shell” armchair designed by Seymour J. Wiener for Kodawood in the
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Clam Chair
Materials
Leather, Walnut
Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini Clam Shell Wrought Iron Patio Set Modernist
By Salterini, Maurizio Tempestini
Located in Buffalo, NY
Tempestini for Salterini. Set includes 4 matching Clam Shell chairs and Table, Dimensions Chairs: H 26.5 in
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Clam Chair
Materials
Wrought Iron
H 26.5 in W 22.5 in D 24 in
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Vintage Clam Chair For Sale on 1stDibs
With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the vintage clam chair you’re looking for. Each vintage clam chair for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, animal skin and metal. There are many kinds of the vintage clam chair you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. When you’re browsing for the right vintage clam chair, those designed in mid-century modern and Scandinavian Modern styles are of considerable interest. You’ll likely find more than one vintage clam chair that is appealing in its simplicity, but Philip Arctander, Maurizio Tempestini and Arnold Madsen produced versions that are worth a look.
How Much is a Vintage Clam Chair?
A vintage clam chair can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $6,300, while the lowest priced sells for $550 and the highest can go for as much as $53,011.
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With entire areas of our homes reserved for “sitting rooms,” the value of quality antique and vintage seating cannot be overstated.
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Questions About Vintage Clam Chair
- Who designed the clam chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023Arnold Madsen designed the Clam chair. In the past, it was ascribed to the Norwegian retailer Martin Olsen and then the Danish architect Philip Arctander. It was only through some dogged research by a team of international design historians and collectors that it was finally correctly associated with Madsen, an upholsterer by profession who created it in Copenhagen in 1944. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Clam chairs from some of the world’s top sellers.
- Is the Clam chair comfortable?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023Yes, the Clam chair is comfortable. Arnold Madsen designed the angle of the seat and the curving contours of the iconic chair to fit the shape of the human body so that the piece could provide optimal support. Although for decades, the piece was the victim of cheap reproductions and misattributions, to fellow Scandinavians Viggo Boesen and Martin Olsen, among others, in recent years it has steadily climbed the ranks in the trophy market, going for hundreds of thousands of dollars at auction. Today, it’s one of the fashion set’s most beloved pieces, with fans as starry as Los Angeles art dealer Maggie Kayne and style setter Vanessa Traina. Find a range of Clam chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Many factors like wood, construction, and patina come into play when you date a vintage chair. If you can’t find a maker’s mark or any other kind of identifying mark on the piece, consult a furniture encyclopedia or a certified expert. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of vintage chairs from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023To be vintage, a chair typically needs to be at least 20 years old, while a chair older than 100 years is an antique. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique, vintage and modern dining chairs from some of the world's top sellers.
- Is my vintage Eames chair real?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022To know if your vintage Eames chair is real, check for a reclining mechanism. On original chairs, the back had a permanent reclined position, so no mechanism is necessary. Also, a vintage piece is around 32 inches high, while later reproductions are normally bigger. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of expertly vetted Eames chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023To tell how old a vintage chair is, first try and locate the manufacturer's label, tag or mark. Typically, identifying markings and tags appear under cushions or on the undersides of chairs. You may find that the date of manufacturing appears on the label or tag. If not, check trusted online resources to find out when the manufacturer was in business to make an estimate of the age. When in doubt, enlist the help of a certified appraiser or antiques dealer to help you date a particular chair. Find an assortment of antique, vintage and modern chairs on 1stDibs.
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