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MODERN STYLE

The late 19th and early 20th centuries saw sweeping social change and major scientific advances — both of which contributed to a new aesthetic: modernism. Rejecting the rigidity of Victorian artistic conventions, modernists sought a new means of expression. References to the natural world and ornate classical embellishments gave way to the sleek simplicity of the Machine Age. Architect Philip Johnson characterized the hallmarks of modernism as “machine-like simplicity, smoothness or surface [and] avoidance of ornament.”

Early practitioners of modernist design include the De Stijl (“The Style”) group, founded in the Netherlands in 1917, and the Bauhaus School, founded two years later in Germany.

Followers of both groups produced sleek, spare designs — many of which became icons of daily life in the 20th century. The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics. While Bauhaus principals Marcel Breuer and Ludwig Mies van der Rohe created furniture from mass-produced, chrome-plated steel, American visionaries like Charles and Ray Eames worked in materials as novel as molded plywood and fiberglass. Today, Breuer’s Wassily chair, Mies van der Rohe’s Barcelona chaircrafted with his romantic partner, designer Lilly Reich — and the Eames lounge chair are emblems of progressive design and vintage originals are prized cornerstones of collections.

It’s difficult to overstate the influence that modernism continues to wield over designers and architects — and equally difficult to overstate how revolutionary it was when it first appeared a century ago. But because modernist furniture designs are so simple, they can blend in seamlessly with just about any type of décor. Don’t overlook them.

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Style: Modern
Contemporary Alchemica Wine Set Grande Hand Blown Wine Glass Bottle Bubbles Chic
Located in Camisano Vicentino, IT
'Alchemica Wine Set Grande' hand-blown wine glasses and a bottle by Simone Cresttani. The set includes 6 wine glasses and a glass bottle. 7 pieces in total. Alchemica Wine Set: A Fu...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Barware

Materials

Glass

Set of 12 Silver Plated & Crushed Emerald Wine/Water Goblets by Emilia Castillo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Enhance your dining experience with this exquisite Set of 12 Silver Plated & Crushed Emerald Wine/Water Goblets by renowned Mexican artist Emil...
Category

1980s Mexican Vintage Modern Barware

Materials

Multi-gemstone, Silver

fferrone Set of 2 Handcrafted Czech Clear Contemporary Rila Large Glasses
Located in Chicago, IL
Rila Large Glasses, set of two Inspired by the Rila Monestary, the clear Czech contemporary Rila Collection is a series of glassware ideal for beverages from wine and water to martinis and other beverages. Modern and strikingly simple in form, the Rila Large glass will heighten the atmosphere of any event. With an innovative use of materials, the collection is made with the finest quality borosilicate glass and without the use of molds. A Modern yet retro glassware...
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21st Century and Contemporary Czech Modern Barware

Materials

Glass

Contemporary Modern, Ali Casted Brass Bottle Opener
Located in İstanbul, İstanbul
Ali & Ayse bottle openers are inspired by Istanbulites, wandering and having fun on the streets of the city. Taking cues from local people, they are named with typical Turkish names ...
Category

2010s Turkish Modern Barware

Materials

Brass

Glaciar Large Silver Alpaca & Black Onyx Stone Tray
Located in Buenos Aires, AR
Glaciar collection is meticulously handcrafted by our local artisans with these rectangular onyx pieces set around alpaca silver flower vases, boxes and trays. Our pieces are made b...
Category

2010s South American Modern Barware

Materials

Stone, Onyx, Metal

St James Brazil Silver Plate Martini Pitcher Cocktail Mixer Jug, circa 1980
Located in Atlanta, GA
Boost your cocktail experience with this exquisite Art Deco-inspired silver-plated pitcher, a rare masterpiece of modernist barware designed by St. James, Brazil. With its striking g...
Category

1980s Brazilian Vintage Modern Barware

Materials

Metal, Silver Plate

Cesa 1882, Italy, Modernist Silver Plate Cocktail Shaker
Located in Atlanta, GA
This modernist three-sectioned cocktail shaker was crafted by the renowned silversmith Cesa 1882 in Italy in the 1960s. The beautiful modernist design showcases a geometric pattern a...
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1960s Italian Vintage Modern Barware

Materials

Metal, Silver Plate

Shlomi Haziza Modern Designer Lucite Acrylic Cocktail Bar Cart
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Shlomi Haziza Modern Designer Lucite Acrylic Cocktail Bar Cart
Category

Late 20th Century American Modern Barware

Materials

Lucite

Contemporary Hand Blown Glass Bottle "Alchemica Old Fashioned Set" Liquor Bar
Located in Camisano Vicentino, IT
Introducing the *Alchemica Old Fashioned Set*, an exquisite trio of hand-blown glassware by the talented Simone Crestani. This sophisticated se...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Barware

Materials

Glass

Tiffany Sterling Silver Small Starter Mint Julep Cup
Located in New York, NY
American sterling silver mint julep cup. Traditional form with tapering sides and reeded rim and base. Starter size. Marked “Tiffany & Co / Sterling / 375”. Weight: 3.3 troy ounces.
Category

Mid-20th Century American Modern Barware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Contemporary Bee Hand-Blown Glass Bottle Honey Spring Animal Flying Cute Playful
Located in Camisano Vicentino, IT
"Contemporary Bee Hand-Blown Glass Bottle" by Simone Crestani Introducing the Bee Bottle, a stunning testament to artistry and nature's intricate beauty, m...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Barware

Materials

Glass

Romeo Rega Modernist Barware Chrome, Brass and Lucite Ice Bucket, circa 1970
Located in Atlanta, GA
This exceptional bar accessory includes an ice bucket and tongs, perfect for a bar or cocktail party. Its design is attributed to Romeo Rega, Italy, circa 1970. The rare barware tool...
Category

1970s French Vintage Modern Barware

Materials

Metal, Brass, Chrome

Valle Narrow Large Silver Alpaca & Black Onyx Stone Tray
Located in Buenos Aires, AR
This family is inspired by the forms and figures shaped by the wind of the Moon Valley (in the province of San Juan, in the North of Argentina). It comes from this magical and inspir...
Category

2010s Argentine Modern Barware

Materials

Stone, Onyx, Metal

Lancel Paris Silver Plate Cocktail Strainer for Boston Shaker
Located in Atlanta, GA
Maison Lancel, Paris, designed this silver plate cocktail strainer. Used on a Boston-type shaker, the strainer filter allows only the liquid to be poured into the glass, removing the...
Category

1970s French Vintage Modern Barware

Materials

Metal, Silver Plate

Cut Crystal Glass Set of 4 Tumblers Barware Handcrafted in Italy
Located in Santa Monica, CA
The 'Well' collection was conceived to elevate and celebrate drinking water in a vessel worthy of its importance. In collaboration with Italian crystal company Mario Cioni, Designer ...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Barware

Materials

Crystal

Contemporary Hand Blown Bar Polpo Octopus Martini Glass Simone Crestani
Located in Camisano Vicentino, IT
'Polpo Martini Glass' A Hand-Blown Martini Glass by Simone Crestani Polpo Martini Glass is one of the pieces from the Polpo Collection. The enveloping elegance of the Polpo Coll...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Barware

Materials

Glass

Set of 4 Cut Crystal High Ball Glasses Barware Long Drink Handcrafted in Italy
Located in Santa Monica, CA
The 'Well' collection was conceived to elevate and celebrate drinking water in a vessel worthy of its importance. In collaboration with Italian crystal company Mario Cioni, Designer ...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Barware

Materials

Crystal

Gucci Barware Silver Plate Tray, circa 1980
Located in Atlanta, GA
Crafted by the legendary Gucci, Italy, circa 1980, this exceptional silver plate barware serving tray epitomizes luxury and refined craftsmanship. Its sleek, modernist design feature...
Category

1980s Italian Vintage Modern Barware

Materials

Metal

Large Antique Tiffany Victorian Sterling Silver Big Boy Two-Handed Flask
Located in New York, NY
Large Victorian sterling silver flask. Made by Tiffany & Co. in New York, ca 1883. Rectilinear with curved sides and raised and shaped top; cover hinged and cork lined. The alpha two...
Category

Late 19th Century American Antique Modern Barware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Brass Liquor Spirit Flask Bangle Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
A brass flask as a bangle bracelet, circa late-20th century. A portable incognito flask around your wrist.
Category

Late 20th Century Modern Barware

Materials

Brass

Barware Set Ice Bucket and Eight Cocktail Glasses with Gilt Aluminum Chain
Located in Atlanta, GA
This stunning modern barware cocktail set features an ice bucket with eight matching whiskey glasses and dates from the 1980s. The incredible chic shape boasts a gilded metal chain d...
Category

1980s American Vintage Modern Barware

Materials

Metal

Leather and Brass Placemat Set (Set of 4) Brown
Located in Paonia, CO
The (wh)ORE HAüS STUDIOS small goods collection was made for those that wanted to experience the (wh)ORE HAüS brand without committing to our larger pieces. Our leather and brass placemat set...
Category

2010s American Modern Barware

Materials

Brass

Gucci Barware Silver Plate and Crystal HighBall Tumbler Glasses, 5 pieces
Located in Atlanta, GA
Entertaining means elegance with this Gucci barware set of crystal highball tumbler glasses featuring a gold-plated GG emblem. This chic Italian hallmarked Gucci set of five glasses ...
Category

1970s Italian Vintage Modern Barware

Materials

Crystal, Metal, Gold Plate, Silver Plate

Cut Crystal Glass Set of 6 Tumblers Barware Handcrafted in Italy
Located in Santa Monica, CA
The 'Well' collection was conceived to elevate and celebrate drinking water in a vessel worthy of its importance. In collaboration with Italian crystal company Mario Cioni, Designer ...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Barware

Materials

Crystal

Set of 8 Murano Glass Tumblers, Mille Papaveri Rossi, Signed
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
Designed by my daughter Arianna, this is absolute novelty in glass decoration. She combined the black filigree with a tip of deep red color, ending the glass mosaic with aquamarine....
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Barware

Materials

Art Glass, Murano Glass

Hallmarked Gucci - Italy Silver-Plate "Elk Head" Stirrup Cup Barware - Hunt Club
Located in St. Louis, MO
Circa 1970s Hallmarked Gucci - Italy Silver-Plated Elk Head hunting equestrian theme stirrup cup. This drinking / vessel cup can rest on the head or be displayed turned over with th...
Category

1970s Italian Vintage Modern Barware

Materials

Metal, Silver Plate

Set of 12 International Patrick Henry Sterling Silver Mint Juleps
Located in New York, NY
Set of 12 sterling silver mint julep cups. Made by International in Meriden, Conn. Each: Straight and tapering sides, beaded and molded rims and skirted foot. Fully marked including ...
Category

Mid-20th Century American Modern Barware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Emerald Green Wine Glasses - Set of 4
Located in Fairfield, CA
A set of 4 vintage wine glasses. Beautiful moody emerald green color in an elegant tapered shape.
Category

Late 20th Century Modern Barware

Materials

Glass

Contemporary Buffalo Hand-Blown Glass Bottle Animal Horn Liquor Africa Trophy
Located in Camisano Vicentino, IT
Discover the Buffalo Bottle, a remarkable hand-blown glass creation by the esteemed Simone Crestani. This captivating piece belongs to the Africa Trophy Bottles...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Barware

Materials

Glass

Romeo Rega Bar Ice Bucket Cooler, circa 1970
Located in Atlanta, GA
Boost your cocktail experience with this rare and sophisticated Romeo Rega-designed luxury ice bucket, a stunning Italian creation from circa 1970. A true statement piece, this exqui...
Category

1970s French Vintage Modern Barware

Materials

Metal, Chrome, Brass

Giovani Ottaviani Crystal & Horse Head Sterling Silver Decanter Barware, Italian
Located in North Miami, FL
This gorgeous vintage crystal and sterling silver signed Italian Giovani Ottaviani decanter has an abstract large sterling silver horse head as the stopper. From every direction the stopper of the horse head is varied. It is signed Ottaviani 800-studio Ottaviani. It is signed differently in 3 places, on the stopper, on the bottom of the crystal and the side of the decanter. It is from the 1970s. Ottaviani is a very fine and well known jewelry and silver firm that has been in business, since 1945- now and contemporary. They are located in a small seaside...
Category

1970s Italian Vintage Modern Barware

Materials

Crystal, Sterling Silver

fferrone Contemporary Czech Fluted Talise Glass Water Filter Carafe Pitcher
Located in Chicago, IL
Finding the beauty in a simple, everyday object is one of the joys of life. Be it left out on your counter or table the contemporary clear glass fluted talise water carafe pitcher is minimal and can fit with any home. For use with the glass funnel...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Czech Modern Barware

Materials

Glass

Silver Plate and Crystal Martini Cocktail Pitcher Mixer by PM Italy, circa 1980
Located in Atlanta, GA
Italian silversmith company P.M. Italy designed this luxury modernist barware silver plate and crystal Martini or cocktail pitcher circa 1980. The minimalist chic design features a n...
Category

1980s Italian Vintage Modern Barware

Materials

Crystal, Metal, Silver Plate

Estate Christofle Paris Ice Serving Spoon, Large, Berry Collection
Located in New York, NY
Scarce estate Christofle ice serving spoon, large size, Berry Collection France 20th Century Attractive slotted design with heart shaped and scrolled motifs, ideal for champagne/wine buckets, caviar serving piece ice bowls and cocktails. Serrated front for breaking the ice. Condition: Very Good, light surface wear Length: 8 inches Width: 2.63 inches Marks: Christofle, oval OC mark, IOC knight mark, France Photographed with an estate Christofle caviar...
Category

20th Century French Modern Barware

Materials

Silver Plate

Set of 2 Vintage Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co. 'Thumbprint' Drinking Glasses
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine pair of signed drinking glasses. By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co. In the 'Thumbprint' pattern. Marked to the base for Elsa Peretti / Tiffany & Co. Simply a wonderful pair...
Category

Late 20th Century Modern Barware

Materials

Glass

Louis W. Rice -Rare Skyscraper Design Cocktail Shaker
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
Louis W. Rice (1872 - 1933). Bernard Rice's son. Rare Skyscraper cocktail shaker, New York, 1920 - 22. Electroplated nickel silver. Stamped ...
Category

Early 1900s American Antique Modern Barware

Materials

Silver Plate

Contemporary Hammered Nickel Brass Champagne Bucket Stand
Located in Paris, FR
Contemporary made-to-measure handcrafted nickel-plated brass champagne or wine bucket stand with skillfully sculpted and handmade hammered details. Designed by Jonathan Amar, handcra...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Moroccan Modern Barware

Materials

Silver, Brass

Solid Brass Italian wine opener.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A classic wine and bottle opener for those beer and wine bottles - this piece is solid bras and made in Italy. A lovely addition to any bar. A compliment to the kitchen or minibar ...
Category

20th Century Modern Barware

Materials

Brass, Stainless Steel

fferrone Contemporary Clear handmade Czech Glass Carafe and Six Large Glass Set
Located in Chicago, IL
This contemporary clear glassware set includes 1 Bessho Carafe and 6 Rila Large Glasses. Each pieces is handmade in the Czech Republic. Just as the sm...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Czech Modern Barware

Materials

Glass

1980s Lino Sabattini Modernist Silver Plated and Glass Citrus Squeezer
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This is a 1980s modernist citrus squeezer designed by Lino Sabattini, a renowned Italian designer known for his work in metalware. The piece is characterized by its sleek, functional...
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Modern Barware

Materials

Silver Plate

'70 Modern Ice Bucket or Wine Cooler
Located in New York, NY
A chic gold and clear acrylic ice bucket, '70s Modern, by designer Georges Briard, circa 1970s, USA. A great entertaining piece, indoors or out. Bucket has top and lower band detail ...
Category

Mid-20th Century American Modern Barware

Materials

Brass

Contemporary Africa Trophy Hand Blown Glass Bottles Set Liquor Horns Animal
Located in Camisano Vicentino, IT
Introducing the Africa Trophy Bottle Set, a stunning collection of hand-blown glass masterpieces by the renowned Simone Crestani. This exquisite set includes one Antelope Bottle, one Buffalo Bottle, and one Oryx Bottle...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Barware

Materials

Glass

Guzzini Tortoiseshell Lucite and Gold Plate Barware Serving Tray, circa 1970
Located in Atlanta, GA
Italian designer Rede Guzzini designed this stunning Mid-Century barware serving tray, circa 1970. The rare bar piece boasts a large, rounded shape with a 24-karat gold-plate gallery...
Category

1970s Italian Vintage Modern Barware

Materials

Metal, Gold Plate

A 1970s Modern Arnolfo Di Cambio Ice Bucket with a Lino Sabattini Ice Tongs
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This 1970s modern heavy crystal ice bucket is a stunning example of Italian design created by Cini Boeri for Arnolfo di Cambio, paired with Lino Sabattini's elegant ice tongs by Chri...
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Modern Barware

Materials

Crystal, Silver Plate

Contemporary Polpo Octopus Manhattan Hand-Blown Cocktail Glass Bar Elegant Sea
Located in Camisano Vicentino, IT
Contemporary Polpo Manhattan Hand-Blown Cocktail Glass Introducing the Polpo Manhattan Glass, a masterpiece of artistry and craftsmanship by the renowned glass artist Simone Crestani...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Barware

Materials

Glass

Silver Plate Thermos Insulated Decanter with Tennis Motif, circa 1980
Located in Atlanta, GA
This streamlined Italian silver plate barware thermos or insulated decanter features a sleek and modernist design. The piece was crafted in Italy circa 1980. The insulated carafe is ...
Category

1980s Italian Vintage Modern Barware

Materials

Metal, Silver Plate

Set of 12 Deborah Ehrlich Simple Crystal Water Glasses, Hand Blown in Sweden
Located in Accord, NY
Launched with Takashimaya in 1999, these handblown crystal water glasses have become a modern Classic. Each Deborah Ehrlich piece is designed for t...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Barware

Materials

Crystal

Contemporary Hand Blown Alchemica Manhattan Glass Cocktail Bar Simone Crestani
Located in Camisano Vicentino, IT
Introducing the Alchemica Manhattan Glass, a stunning hand-blown creation by the talented Simone Crestani. This exquisite glass is a standout piece from the innovative Alchemica Coll...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Barware

Materials

Glass

Cut Crystal Glass Barware Gift Set Decanter Carafe 2 Tumbler Crafted in Italy
Located in Santa Monica, CA
The 'Well' collection was conceived to elevate and celebrate drinking water in a vessel worthy of its importance. In collaboration with Italian crystal company Mario Cioni, Designer Corinna Warm created a unique, handcrafted, mouth blown, cut crystal water carafe...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Barware

Materials

Crystal

21st Century Steel Ice Bucket with Leather Cover Handmade in Italy
Located in Bagnatica, Lombardia
This ice bucket is an essential piece of equipment in any home or commercial bar. The combination of chrome-plated steel and calf leather is particul...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Barware

Materials

Stainless Steel

1980s Modernist Ice Lucite and Silver plated Italian Tray by Ulderico Cavinato
Located in Aci Castello, IT
1980s Modernist Ice Lucite and Silver plated Italian Tray by Ulderico Cavinato This octagonal Tray by Ulderico Cavinato embodies the spirit of its era, blending cutting-edge material...
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Modern Barware

Materials

Silver Plate

Handblown Clear Venetian Glass Goblets with Threaded Decoration Set of 12
Located in Cincinnati, OH
This elegant set of 12 handblown clear crystal goblets feature bowls which have been decorated with opaque white glass threads. The threads extend from the bottom of the bowls and spiral around the exterior, forming a series of closely spaced horizontal ribs. The goblets themselves have a simple form with straight sided bowls that rest on thick clear cylindrical columns. The pedestal feet...
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Modern Barware

Materials

Crystal

Set of 6 Vintage Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co. 'Thumbprint' Drinking Glasses
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine set of signed drinking glasses. By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co. In the 'Thumbprint' pattern. Marked to the base for Elsa Peretti / Tiffany & Co. Simply a wonderful set o...
Category

20th Century Unknown Modern Barware

Materials

Glass, Blown Glass

Modern Cast Brass, Chiseled Timber and Resin Dawa Ice Bucket
Located in Bothas Hill, KZN
This modern ice bucket is part of the egg designs Dawa luxury bar collection and is a great addition to any home cocktail bar, or simply as a place t...
Category

2010s South African Modern Barware

Materials

Brass

Set of 12 Tiffany Snazzy Sterling Silver Tumbler Bar Cups
Located in New York, NY
American sterling silver tumblers. Each: Flared mouth and ribbed bottom. Easy-grip proportions with nice heft and balance. Snazzy barware based on a prototype by the Midnight Rider h...
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Mid-20th Century American Modern Barware

Materials

Sterling Silver

Cocktail or Champagne Coupe Glasses, Set of 3
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful set of three (3) vintage blown glass art glass cocktail or Champagne coupe glasses in Emerald green, chartreuse green and purple/aubergine with...
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Late 20th Century European Modern Barware

Materials

Art Glass, Blown Glass

Set of Six Crystal "Massena" Red Wine Glasses by Baccarat
Located in San Diego, CA
Set of six crystal "Massena" red wine glasses by Baccarat of France, circa 2000s. The Massena glass showcases Baccarat’s meticulous craftsmanship. Deep bevel cuts are etched directl...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Barware

Materials

Crystal

Sterling Silver and Murano Art Glass Barware Coasters, Italy 1960s
Located in Atlanta, GA
This is a beautiful Italian bar coaster set from the 1960s. They are made of 800 sterling silver, and each shape is a different fruit, including a pear, two lemons, an apple, a pinea...
Category

1960s Italian Vintage Modern Barware

Materials

Metal, Sterling Silver

Modern barware for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Modern barware for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage barware created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include serveware, ceramics, silver and glass, decorative objects, more furniture and collectibles and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, glass and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Modern barware made in a specific country, there are Europe, Italy, and Czech Republic pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original barware, popular names associated with this style include Felicia Ferrone, AIREDELSUR, Simone Crestani, and Marco Fedi. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for barware differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $15 and tops out at $18,666 while the average work can sell for $539.

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