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Michel Cadestin “Karate” leather armchair, 1970s

$4,192.09
£3,106.57
€3,500
CA$5,723
A$6,366.60
CHF 3,337.45
MX$77,798.31
NOK 42,498.29
SEK 40,006.26
DKK 26,648.69
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About the Item

"Karate" armchair in beige leather by designer Michel Cadestin (9128-2017) for Airborne, dating from the 1970s. The armchair consists of a cream fiberglass shell mounted on a tubular base in chromed metal. Light traces of use on the leather and the cover (visible in the photos), two buttons missing on the seat. Good condition. LP1646
  • Creator:
    Michel Cadestin (Designer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 37.01 in (94 cm)Width: 35.44 in (90 cm)Depth: 36.23 in (92 cm)
  • Style:
    Mid-Century Modern (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Circa 1970
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses.
  • Seller Location:
    PARIS, FR
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: LP16461stDibs: LU7398244362002

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