Set of 4 Orbit Chairs by Farner & Grunder for Herman Miller, 1965
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Set of 4 Orbit Chairs by Farner & Grunder for Herman Miller, 1965
About the Item
- Creator:Markus Farner & Walter Grunder (Designer),Herman Miller (Manufacturer)
- Dimensions:Height: 31.5 in (80 cm)Width: 23.63 in (60 cm)Depth: 19.69 in (50 cm)Seat Height: 18.12 in (46 cm)
- Sold As:Set of 4
- Materials and Techniques:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:1965
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:ABCOUDE, NL
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU6852234289892
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