Vintage Italian Walnut Bench with Two Backrests and Black Velvet
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Vintage Italian Walnut Bench with Two Backrests and Black Velvet
About the Item
- Dimensions:Height: 21.26 in (54 cm)Width: 34.65 in (88 cm)Depth: 18.12 in (46 cm)Seat Height: 14.97 in (38 cm)
- Style:Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
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- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:1960-1963
- Condition:Reupholstered. Wear consistent with age and use. We also provided to reupholster it, this work has been done by hand with skill and precision by an old master craftsman of Prato (Italy).
- Seller Location:Prato, IT
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU4632224179872
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