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Exceptional and Rare Armchair by Robin Day

About the Item

Beautiful, organic design in a dappled tiger mahogany with copper rivets. Graceful carving in the arms. Original finish and new upholstery. Very rare chair handmade in limited quantity. This is the first design Day produced for Hille. Medallion label. Documented in the book Robin+Lucienne Day: Pioneers of Modern Design.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 31 in (78.74 cm)Width: 21 in (53.34 cm)Depth: 22 in (55.88 cm)Seat Height: 18 in (45.72 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1949
  • Condition:
    Reupholstered. Wear consistent with age and use. Very good original frame. Reupholstered.
  • Seller Location:
    Brooklyn, NY
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: U0708218002538
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