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Art Nouveau Armchair Michael Niedermoser Vienna Design Olbrich School circa 1902
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About the Item
- Creator:Michael Niedermoser (Manufacturer)
- Dimensions:Height: 30.7 in (77.98 cm)Width: 27.55 in (69.98 cm)Depth: 18.89 in (47.99 cm)Seat Height: 17.32 in (44 cm)
- Style:Art Nouveau (Of the Period)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Place of Origin:
- Period:1900-1909
- Date of Manufacture:circa 1902
- Condition:IN VERY GOOD CONDITION (the leather on seat was restored).
- Seller Location:Vienna, AT
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU1014412327501
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