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modernist Olof Kettunen Chair and Stool for Merivaara in plywood, Finland 1950s

$5,396.31
£4,014.31
€4,500
CA$7,389.39
A$8,215.99
CHF 4,289.94
MX$100,008.64
NOK 54,737.74
SEK 51,286.65
DKK 34,256.01
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About the Item

Very rare Olof Kettunen chair and stool for merivaara, finland 1950s. The chair and stool are made of four grey metal legs and an ash-tree plywood seat which curves upwards. A simple and elegant design. In full original condition. much more comfortable then you would expect. The measurements of the chair: w53 cm /d45 cm/ h68 cm. The stool measures d30cm/w53cm/h53cm.
  • Creator:
    Merva Merivaara. (Manufacturer),Olof Kettunen (Designer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 26.78 in (68 cm)Width: 17.72 in (45 cm)Depth: 20.87 in (53 cm)Seat Height: 15.75 in (40 cm)
  • Style:
    Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1950s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. please check the pictures. The set is all sturdy.
  • Seller Location:
    Zevenaar, NL
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU9519244665792

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