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Pair of Guy Besnard Adjustable Armchairs, FreeSpan, 1950

About the Item

Rare pair of system armchairs, modernist and dynamic structure in solid oak, by guy besnard, freespan edition, france 1950. Light oak structure, with openwork armrest and high back. The seat and backrest have been completely restored. The upholstery has been reupholstered in bultex, and the mottled fabric cover is from Editions CHIVASSO . A simple system (2 simultaneous brass buttons on each side of the bottom crossbar) tilts the backrest into the relax position.
  • Creator:
    Guy Besnard (Designer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 35.44 in (90 cm)Width: 33.08 in (84 cm)Depth: 24.41 in (62 cm)Seat Height: 14.97 in (38 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1956
  • Condition:
    Replacements made: the upholstery and fabric were changed by the upholsterer.
  • Seller Location:
    Saint-Ouen, FR
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU985834510992
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