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European Modern Upholstered Armchairs with Tapered Wood Feet, Europe, 1940s
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- Dimensions:Height: 28.75 in (73 cm)Width: 30.32 in (77 cm)Depth: 33.47 in (85 cm)Seat Height: 18.9 in (48 cm)
- Sold As:Set of 2
- Style:Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:1940s
- Condition:Reupholstered. Wear consistent with age and use. The chairs are upholstered in velour fabric. Each of our items can be re-upholstered by our in-house atelier in a fabric of choice. Please reach out for more information.
- Seller Location:Utrecht, NL
- Reference Number:Seller: 202315751stDibs: LU2947334725512
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