Rare Armchair in Alvar Alto Style by Navratil, 1930s, Labeled

- Czechoslovakia, 1949 - Very rare - Only few pieces made - Completely original and well preserved condition - Published in books and found in museum in Brno.  

Armchairs by Miroslav Navratil, manufactured in Czech by TON Bystrice pod Hostýnem, 1959. Original wooden base, fiberglass shell seating with upholstery.

Iconic design fiberglass armchair by Navratil made in 1960s. Good original condition with some signs of use. Shipping quote on request.

Made in Czechoslovakia. Seat hight 39 cm Good condition Cleaned.

Our professional refurbishing team in Czechia has fully restored it according to the original process. It has been reupholstered by our professional refurbishing team in Czechia. P...

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