Fiber Cement Jardiniere by Bruno Rey
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Fiber Cement Jardiniere by Bruno Rey
About the Item
- Creator:Bruno Rey (Designer)
- Dimensions:Height: 17.72 in (45 cm)Width: 20.87 in (53 cm)Depth: 20.87 in (53 cm)Length: 17.72 in (45 cm)
- Style:Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:1960s
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. The jardinaire is in excellent condition though has seen some use.
- Seller Location:Brooklyn, NY
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU104062017662
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