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Seating For Sale
Creator: Adrian Pearsall
Creator: Paolo Piva
Adrian Pearsall 1209-C Craft Associates Chair
Located in New York, NY
Model 1209-C for Craft Associates. Walnut, cane back, upholstery. Seat has been re-done in Raf Simons for Kvadrat fabric. Good condition, some wear on walnut structure. Strap...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Pair of Adrian Pearsall Tall Back Swivel Lounge Chairs, Mid-Century Modern
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Fantastic pair of Adrian Pearsall tall back swivel lounge chairs. The upholstery is original and is dated but is still usable as is-reupholstery is recommended to look their best.
Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Adrian Pearsall Mid Century Walnut Wingback Arm Chair
Located in Countryside, IL
Adrian Pearsall mid century walnut wingback arm chair This chair measures: 38 wide x 44 deep x 39 inches high, with a seat height of 16 and an ar...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Mid Century Cork and Chrome Sofa
Located in Countryside, IL
Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Mid Century Cork and Chrome Sofa The sofa measures: 84.5 wide x 35.5 deep x 27.5 high, with a seat height of 16 inches and arm height of 22 in...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Chrome

Set of Two Armchairs by Paolo Piva for B&B Italia, 1980s
Located in Praha, CZ
Design armchairs designed by Paolo Piva. The iron mechanism on the back leg allows easy movement of the chair on the floor. Very good original condition.
Category

1980s Italian Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Steel

Adrian Pearsall 'Gondola Sofa' in Brown Fabric for Craft Associates, USA, 1950s
Located in Berlin, DE
Iconic sofa model 2408 / 'Gondola' sofa by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates, 1950s. One of the sofa's distinctive features is its beautiful open structure with a partly open back...
Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Mid Century Cork and Chrome Settee
Located in Countryside, IL
Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates mid century cork and chrome settee The settee measures: 57.5 wide x 35.5 deep x 27.5 high, with a seat height of 16 inches and arm height of 2...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Chrome

De Sede DS-218/05 Stool in Black Upholstery by Paolo Piva
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Plays a decisive role in moulding the character of a room. A focus on clear-cut structures, cubist forms, straight lines and a Minimalist selection of materials. A unique combination...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Seating

Materials

Leather

Mid-Century Modern Adrian Pearsall 2408 Platform Sofa Fully Restored
Located in San Marcos, CA
This is a beautiful and authentic Adrian Pearsall 2408 sofa circa 1960’s. It has been fully restored with all new foam, straps and fabric. All the walnut...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Wonderful Adrian Pearsall Curved Wave Chaise Lounge Rocker Mid-Century Modern
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Wonderful Adrian Pearsall curved wave chaise lounge rocker. This piece was reupholstered in the 80's and will most certainly need to be redone. Th...
Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Pair Mid-Century Modern Sculptural High Back Lounge Chairs by Adrian Pearsall
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A dramatic vintage pair of tall back lounge chairs designed by Adrian Pearsall and produced by Craft Associates in the 1960's. These feature a sol...
Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Adrian Pearsall Sculptural Mom & Pop Lounge Chairs in Ivory Bouclé, c. 1960s
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Sculptural pair of Mid-Century Modern Adrian Pearsall Mom & Pop lounge chairs newly reupholstered in highly durable soft ivory white bouclé fabric circa 1960. High art design that's welcoming and beckons you to come closer for a better look, followed by the urge to run your hands over the enticing super soft curly bouclé fabric. Yum. Let's cozy up in style. The fabric is textured and breathable. Works great in both warm and cool climates. Sculptural designer furniture that immediately elevates a space's decor with a high art look. Pop Chair features a tall seat back and suspended head cushion. The head cushion cleverly hangs over the top of the seat back and is kept in place by two weighted upholstered tassels that drape. The design makes it simple to adjust the head cushion to your desired just right position. Tufted chubby lumbar cushion. Comfortable seat and curved lower chair front for tucking your feet. Mom chair...
Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Bouclé, Upholstery

Midcentury Adrian Pearsall for Craft Gondola Sofa
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Large Mid-Century Modern gondola sofa attributed to Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates. Features an angular case with distinctive canted arms at each end, and a low sleek profile. ...
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Adrian Pearsall Sculptural Settee
Located in New York, NY
1970's Sculptural settee by Adrian Pearsall. Elegant settee that has beautifully reupholstered in a luxurious soft Ivory chenille fabric.
Category

1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Wrought Iron

Mid-Century Modern Scoop Lounge Chair by Adrian Pearsall
Located in Brooklyn, NY
An iconic design by Adrian Pearsall, this Mid-Century Modern lounge chair features sleek black leather and rich walnut bases. This eye-catching chair is perfect for adding bold mid-c...
Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Extremely Rare Vintage Sofa by Paolo Piva for De Sede Swiss 1970s
Located in Buggenhout, Oost-Vlaanderen
Very rare vintage 3-seat sofa in its original black leather. Stunning patina. Designed in the 1990s by Paolo Piva for De Sede Swiss. Very good condition with normal signs of use...
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Leather

Adrian Pearsall Gondola Green Print Sofa
Located in New York, NY
Model 2408-S, or the Gondola sofa, for Craft Associates. Original mid-century printed green velvet wool. Walnut base. One main settee cushion with t...
Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Adrian Pearsall Mid-Century Walnut Frame Stamps Theme Upholstery Gondola Sofa
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Adrian Pearsall Mid-Century Modern walnut frame stamps theme blue upholstery gondola sofa.
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Adrian Pearsall Lounge Chair by Craft Associates, 2406
Located in Wilmington, DE
Offered is a vintage sculptural lounge chair, designed by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates (#2406-C). Features a walnut base with u...
Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Italian Two and a Half Seat White Leather Sofa B&B "Alanda"
Located in Prato, IT
Mid-Century Modern Italian B&B "Alanda" two-and-a-half-seat white leather sofa by Paolo Piva with adjustable back pillows and armrests, 1970s. The sofa shows wear due to age and use...
Category

1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Iron

14 Foot Long Adrian Pearsall 2834-S Sofa for Craft Associates
Located in Hanover, MA
Extraordinary one of a kind 1960 vintage custom order extra long floating cloud gondola sofa on sculpted ebonized walnut sled base designed by Adrian Pearsall and manufactured by Cra...
Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Naugahyde, Walnut

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Barrel Back Club Chairs by Adrian Pearsall
Located in Wilmington, DE
Pair of Mid-Century Modern barrel back club chairs by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Offered is a pair of Mid-Century Modern barrel back club chairs by Adrian Pearsall for C...
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Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Walnut

Adrian Pearsall Green Gondola Sofa for Craft Associates, USA, 1960s
Located in Berlin, DE
Adrian Pearsall 'Gondola" Sofa for Craft Associates. The Gondola sofa stands out due to its innovative design and unique shape including the sculpted wooden legs and frame. We offer ...
Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Stunning Adrian Pearsall Tufted Sofa Hollywood Regency Mid-Century Modern
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Stunning Adrian Pearsall button tufted sofa in the Hollywood Regency style. This piece has been meticulously restored 7 years ago with new high end shimmering silver grey velvet and ...
Category

1960s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Adrian Pearsall Lounge Chair 1806-C
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Adrian Pearsall chair #1806-C for Craft Associates with sculpted wood armrests and legs. Comfortable chair for home or business seating. Please confirm item location (NY or NJ) with ...
Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Vintage Adrian Pearsall Ottoman
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage Adrian Pearsall ottoman. Was beautifully refinished and comes with a cushion. If being used as small benches you may need to firm up ...
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Wood

B&B Italy Black Leather 1980s Sofa Designed by Paolo Piva "Model ARCA"
Located in Antwerp, BE
Vintage 1980s two-seat sofa by Paolo Piva for B&B Italia. Black leather upholstery with perforated accents. Circular glass side tables swivel out from under the arm rests. The back r...
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1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Stainless Steel

Dining Set by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates, 1950s
Located in Westport, CT
Compass dining table, paired with Model 1404-C chairs designed by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates, circa 1950s. The sculptural walnut frame of the table has been fully restored,...
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Linen, Glass, Walnut

Outstanding Jack Lenor Larsen Adrian Pearsall Crescent Lounge Chair Mid-Century
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Outstanding Adrian Pearsall crescent lounge chair upholstered in Jack Lenor Larsen "Caravan" velvet. There are no words to describe how ...
Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Mid Century Armless Sofa
Located in Countryside, IL
Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates mid century armless sofa This sofa measures: 96 wide x 32 deep x 28.5 inches high, with a seat height of 1...
Category

1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Outstanding Adrian Pearsall Boom-a-range Cloud Sofa Craft Associates Mid-Century
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Model 3600-8 Craft Associates "Cloud" sofa, circa 1970, designed by Adrian Pearsall. Having graceful undulating curves. One-piece cushion. Sofa floats above a matte black recessed pl...
Category

1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Faux Leather, Wood

Adrian Pearsall Craft Associates Lounge Chair Original
Located in West Hartford, CT
Iconic Pearsall chair, all original and still in magnificent shape, model 1534-C. The upholstery features a multi-stripe fabric that is still in great shape. There is a headrest at t...
Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Textile, Walnut, Fabric

Mid-Century Modern Wing Chair by Adrian Pearsall
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous form created by Adrian Pearsall. Walnut base and structure of the chair is in very good condition. Original fabric is worn and faded needing an update. Labeled Craft Associa...
Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Walnut, Fabric

Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Lounge Chairs
Located in Middlesex, NJ
Category

20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Set of Slipper Chairs by Adrian Pearsall in Navy Mohair, 1950s
Located in Westport, CT
Sculptural set of slipper chairs designed by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates, circa 1950s. Walnut bases fully restored, reupholstered in na...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Mohair, Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Adrian Pearsall Craft Associates Sculpted Gondola Sofa 2408
Located in Wilmington, DE
Mid-Century Modern Adrian Pearsall Craft Associates sculptural sofa 2408 Offered is a beautifully all original 'Gondola' sofa (model 2408) designed by Adrian Pearsall for Craft A...
Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Adrian Pearsall Craft Associates Slim Jim High-Back Lounge Chair
Located in West Hartford, CT
Elegant, rare, coveted Pearsall Slim Jim chair. It's height, at 55", sets this chair apart from the crowd. Iconic Pearsall design throughout. I...
Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Fabric, Textile, Walnut

Orange Armchair by Paolo Piva for Wittmann, Model Aura
Located in Schagen, NL
Circular forms combined with straight, this elegant armchair was designed by Paolo Piva for Wittmann, Austria. The chair features an orange and yellow upholstery and black feet with a silver colored...
Category

Late 20th Century Austrian Modern Seating

Materials

Fabric, Plastic

Rare Vintage Model 2010-S Walnut Sofa by Adrian Pearsall
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Rare vintage "Cloud" sofa designed by architect and furniture designer Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates in the United States. This stunning sofa, also known as model 2010-S, feat...
Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Magnificent Adrian Pearsall Brutalist Pod Lounge Chairs Mid-Century Modern, Pair
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Amazing pair of Adrian Pearsall Brutalist pod lounge chairs. Chairs retain their original red woven wool fabric in faded useable condition-cleaning is...
Category

1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Epoxy Resin

Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Sofa Couch Chrome Walnut Wood Lane Tagged
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Great vintage Mid-Century Modern sofa by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates by Lane (Tag is present and pictured) The fabric is as found in good vintage condition. Chrome and walnu...
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Seating

Materials

Chrome

Pair of Midcentury Armchairs by Adrian Pearsall Model Capitan in Skin, 1950s
Located in Milano, IT
Elegant pair of armchairs designed by Adrian Pearsall from the 1950s. The armchairs are the famous "Capitan" model. Their structure is in Mahogany wood. While its upholstery is in Bo...
Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Mahogany, Leather

Mid Century Walnut Back Chair in Yellow Loro Piana Cashmere by Adrian Pearsall
Located in New York, NY
This refined Mid-Century Modern chair was realized by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates in the United States, circa 1970. It features a sculptural base with hourglass form cross s...
Category

1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Armchair “Arcadia” by Paolo Piva for B&B Italia
Located in Vienna, AT
Armchair in the rare version with curved backrest designed by Paolo Piva. The seat cover is manufactured of dark blue leather while all metal parts are of blackened metal, emphasizin...
Category

1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Metal

Adrian Pearsall Craft Associates Iconic Slim Jim High-Back Lounge Chair
Located in West Hartford, CT
Newly upholstered Pearsall Slim Jim chair, quite magnificent. Set apart by its height, 55" tall. One of Pearsall's most coveted pieces and, the...
Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Fabric, Textile, Walnut

Lovely Adrian Pearsall Barrel Back Walnut Lounge Chair Mid-Century Modern
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Lovely Adrian Pearsall sculptural walnut barrel back lounge chair. The upholstery is in decent shape and is usable as is. The sculptural walnut frame looks great with only minor wear...
Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Customizable Wittmann Aura Armchair Designed by Paolo Piva
Located in New York, NY
Aura is inseparable from Wittmann. This compact armchair added a new chapter to the history of furniture design in 1983 following a partnership with Paolo Piva. An integral part of t...
Category

2010s Austrian Seating

Materials

Leather, Fabric

Wonderful Pair of Adrian Pearsall Sculptural Walnut Lounge Chairs plus Ottoman
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Gorgeous pair of Adrian Pearsall sculptural walnut lounge chairs plus ottoman. This pair will need to be re-upholstered but frames are tight and stu...
Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Adrian Pearsall Craft Associates Extra Large High-back Chair Model 2139-C
Located in West Hartford, CT
One of Adrian Pearsall's larger chairs, this one is 54" tall and sits like a throne on wheels. The chair is structurally sound but will need to be reupholstered and refilled. A great...
Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Fabric, Textile, Walnut

Adrian Pearsall Craft Associates Rare Model 920-CS Sofa with Cane Arms
Located in West Hartford, CT
Rare Adrian Pearsall sofa that has cane arms, circa late 1950s. Gorgeous lines and proportions. The wood could use a little reconditioning and the fabric, which is not original and i...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Fabric, Textile, Cane, Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Adrian Pearsall 2466-C Wing Back Lounge Chair
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates lounge chair # 2466-C featuring a solid walnut sculptured frame and a cushioned seat over a rubber strap base. Please confirm the item location (...
Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Upholstery

Gorgeous Adrian Pearsall Sculptural Walnut Lounge Chair
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Gorgeous completely restored Adrian Pearsall sculptural walnut lounge chair. This piece has been reupholstered in a fabulous high end woven fabric called "sunset." The wood has been ...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Adrian Pearsall Swiveling Club Chair in Original Flame Stitch Upholstery
Located in Chicago, IL
Swiveling barrel back club chair in a periwinkle blue and rose flame stich upholstery. Low slung and extremely comfortable with wide, loose cushions. Original upholstery is stained a...
Category

1970s American Vintage Seating

Materials

Bentwood, Upholstery

De Sede DS-218/55 Barstool in Off White Upholstery by Paolo Piva
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Plays a decisive role in moulding the character of a room. A focus on clear-cut structures, cubist forms, straight lines and a Minimalist selection of materials. A unique combination...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Seating

Materials

Leather

Unusual Adrian Pearsall Armchairs with Ottomans
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A pair of sculptural armchairs by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates, model #2291-C. Beautiful walnut frames with exaggerated, angled arms, curved backs and unusual slanted legs. ...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Walnut

Adrian Pearsall Craft Associates Turquoise Sofa Daybed with Built-in End Table
Located in West Hartford, CT
Authentic Adrian Pearsall pieces are some of his most dramatic creations. They also need space! Magnificent and coveted Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates sofa with walnut front...
Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Iron

Customizable Upholstery Wittmann Aura Sofa by Paolo Piva
Located in New York, NY
Aura is inseparable from Wittmann. This compact armchair added a new chapter to the history of furniture design in 1983 following a partnership with Paolo Piva. An integral part of t...
Category

2010s Austrian Seating

Materials

Leather, Fabric

Adrian Pearsall Floating Back Sofa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful long, low, and deep, brown leather floating back sofa by Adrian Pearsall. This sofa has been newly reupholstered in high quality soft brow...
Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Seating

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Unique Chairs, Sofas and Other Seating for Sale on 1stDibs

With entire areas of our homes reserved for “sitting rooms,” the value of quality antique and vintage seating cannot be overstated.

Fortunately, the design of side chairs, armchairs and other lounge furniture — since what were, quite literally, the early perches of our ancestors — has evolved considerably.

Among the earliest standard seating furniture were stools. Egyptian stools, for example, designed for one person with no seat back, were x-shaped and typically folded to be tucked away. These rudimentary chairs informed the design of Greek and Roman stools, all of which were a long way from Sori Yanagi's Butterfly stool or Alvar Aalto's Stool 60. In the 18th century and earlier, seats with backs and armrests were largely reserved for high nobility.

The seating of today is more inclusive but the style and placement of chairs can still make a statement. Antique desk chairs and armchairs designed in the style of Louis XV, which eventually included painted furniture and were often made of rare woods, feature prominently curved legs as well as Chinese themes and varied ornaments. Much like the thrones of fairy tales and the regency, elegant lounges crafted in the Louis XV style convey wealth and prestige. In the kitchen, the dining chair placed at the head of the table is typically reserved for the head of the household or a revered guest.

Of course, with luxurious vintage or antique furnishings, every chair can seem like the best seat in the house. Whether your preference is stretching out on a plush sofa, such as the Serpentine, designed by Vladimir Kagan, or cozying up in a vintage wingback chair, there is likely to be a comfy classic or contemporary gem for you on 1stDibs.

With respect to the latest obsessions in design, cane seating has been cropping up everywhere, from sleek armchairs to lounge chairs, while bouclé fabric, a staple of modern furniture design, can be seen in mid-century modern, Scandinavian modern and Hollywood Regency furniture styles.

Admirers of the sophisticated craftsmanship and dark woods frequently associated with mid-century modern seating can find timeless furnishings in our expansive collection of lounge chairs, dining chairs and other items — whether they’re vintage editions or alluring official reproductions of iconic designs from the likes of Hans Wegner or from Charles and Ray Eames. Shop our inventory of Egg chairs, designed in 1958 by Arne Jacobsen, the Florence Knoll lounge chair and more.

No matter your style, the collection of unique chairs, sofas and other seating on 1stDibs is surely worthy of a standing ovation.

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