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Pair of “Shell” Armchairs

About the Item

Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler were influential Brazilian furniture designers who collaborated in the mid-20th century. They played a significant role in the development of modern Brazilian design, creating pieces that blended elements of European modernism with the tropical influences of Brazil.
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  • Dimensions:
    Height: 30.71 in (78 cm)Width: 30.52 in (77.5 cm)Depth: 29.14 in (74 cm)
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  • Date of Manufacture:
    1955
  • Condition:
    Reupholstered. Wear consistent with age and use. Newly upholstered fabric.
  • Seller Location:
    Collonge-Bellerive, CH
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU6993237286592
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