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Mid-Century Op-Art Aluminum Ashtray Ultima15 by Backström & Ljungberg Sweden

$375
£284.75
€325.63
CA$523.93
A$582.72
CHF 304.28
MX$7,091.13
NOK 3,886.12
SEK 3,644.50
DKK 2,430.29
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About the Item

Mid-Century Modern geometric Op-Art Beck & Jung aluminum ashtray "Ultima15" designed by Bo Ljungberg & Holger Backström for Diverse Ting, Malmö Sweden. All Aluminum construction, with black paint on lower section. Light corrosion.
  • Creator:
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 2 in (5.08 cm)Width: 5.88 in (14.94 cm)Depth: 5.88 in (14.94 cm)
  • Style:
    Scandinavian Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1960s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Loss to paint, light corrosion.
  • Seller Location:
    St. Louis, MO
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU820223814322

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