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Mid-Century Modern 1960 Extra Large Metal Tomado Shelving Wall Unit Dutch Design
By Nils Nisse Strinning, Tomado
Located in DE MEERN, NL
Introducing the Stunning Sought-After Extra Large Metal Tomado Rack: A Vintage Treasure
Are you in search of a truly remarkable vintage piece to enhance your interior space? Look ...
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Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
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Metal
Cabinet "Borculo" by Martin Visser for 't Spectrum Borculo, Netherlands 1970s
By 't Spectrum Bergeijk, Martin Visser
Located in DE MEERN, NL
Very rare cabinet with sliding doors from the ''Borculo'' series.
The ''Borculo'' is a series of cabinets that was designed by Marting Visser for 't Spectrum. The first designs of these series are from 1957. The collection of 1964 was designed in corporation with Jos Manders...
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Vintage 1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Glass, Wood, Wenge
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