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Large Vintage Box Vault, English, Beech, Suede, Gymnastic Apparatus, Circa 1940

$4,732.67
£3,455
€4,053.36
CA$6,482.82
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CHF 3,771.82
MX$88,703.45
NOK 48,009.29
SEK 45,487.76
DKK 30,251.72
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This is a large vintage box vault. An English, beech and suede gymnastic apparatus, dating to the mid 20th century, circa 1940. Wonderfully presented vintage vault Displays a desirable aged patina throughout Beech frame shows fine grain interest and caramel hues Quality suede leather pad in very good order, substantial at 6.5cm (2.5") thick In five sections, nesting together or stacked individually Can be used at heights of 29.5cm, 53cm, 76.5cm, 100.5cm and 127cm respectively Maker's label to each end for Webber-Hercules, Exeter Could provide seating or as a display piece in a retail environment This is a fascinating vintage box vault, presented in fine order and as useful today as it was 80 years ago. Solid joints and construction, delivered waxed, polished and ready for the home. Dimensions: Max width: 104.5cm (41.25'') Max depth: 152.5cm (60'') Max height: 127cm (50'') Pad width: 45cm (17.75'') Pad depth: 152.5cm (60'') Pad height: 6.5cm (2.5'').
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 50.01 in (127 cm)Width: 41.15 in (104.5 cm)Depth: 60.04 in (152.5 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1940
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Presented in very good vintage condition.
  • Seller Location:
    Hele, Devon, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 18.80201stDibs: LU2645327515852

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