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Very Rare Paleta 'Firetool' by Osvaldo Borsani from 1930's

$2,500
£1,898.81
€2,183.98
CA$3,492.99
A$3,895.08
CHF 2,032.29
MX$47,794.09
NOK 25,867.77
SEK 24,509.15
DKK 16,299.86
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About the Item

A very rare and unusual, vintage 1930's modernist paleta (little shovel/fire tool) in copper, aluminum, by Osvaldo Borsani.
  • Attributed to:
    Osvaldo Borsani (Designer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 21.5 in (54.61 cm)Width: 4 in (10.16 cm)Depth: 1 in (2.54 cm)
  • Style:
    Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1930s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. very good vintage condition and nice patina.
  • Seller Location:
    St.Petersburg, FL
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: U0701168029175

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