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French Art Deco Macassar Wood Model of an Aircraft Circa 1940

$3,200
£2,395.15
€2,767.63
CA$4,437.33
A$4,970.38
CHF 2,584.05
MX$61,374.23
NOK 32,918.72
SEK 31,119.53
DKK 20,653.55
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About the Item

A unusual French Art Deco model of an aircraft, circa 1940. The body, engine casing & propellers are made of Macassar wood. The wings, tail & cockpit are metal with a chrome finish. The rocky display base appears to be granite & the plane is mounted on an adjustable axis. A great looking desk piece.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 11 in (27.94 cm)Width: 17 in (43.18 cm)Depth: 12.25 in (31.12 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Chrome,Granite,Macassar
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1940
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    London, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU953413379961

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