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Atomium desk paper weight, Belgium, c.1958

$430
£330.35
€379.57
CA$604.85
A$679.52
CHF 355.05
MX$8,293.86
NOK 4,508.10
SEK 4,243.43
DKK 2,832.51

About the Item

A good example of 1950’s atomic era decoration. A copy of the Atomium built in Brussels for the 1958 Expo, created as a desktop paperweight. It is still with its label and in excellent condition. The stone base is in excellent condition without chips or cracks.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 5.12 in (13 cm)Width: 3.55 in (9 cm)Depth: 3.55 in (9 cm)
  • Style:
    Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    c.1958
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Pymble, AU
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 47001stDibs: LU1265243405902

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