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Compass Chairs by Cornelis Zitman for Tecoteca, Furniture Hotel Humbold

$18,000per set
£13,713.25per set
€15,811.93per set
CA$25,190.64per set
A$28,146.34per set
CHF 14,723.66per set
MX$345,164.33per set
NOK 188,140.37per set
SEK 178,406.91per set
DKK 118,012.88per set
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About the Item

Set of four, rare teak compass chairs by Dutch born sculptor and draftsman Cornelis Zitman for Tecoteca, Furniture designed for the Hotel Humboldt, Caracas Venezuela 1955. These stunning, limited edition, dining armchairs sport dramatic, architectural lines from all angles. The upholstery is not original.
  • Creator:
    Cornelis Zitman (Designer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 33 in (83.82 cm)Width: 20 in (50.8 cm)Depth: 22 in (55.88 cm)Seat Height: 17 in (43.18 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 4
  • Style:
    Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
    Venezuela
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1955
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. The frames are in very good condition. The upholstery is not original. We can upholster to your specs. Please contact us for a quote.
  • Seller Location:
    Brooklyn, NY
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU156025683283

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