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Early Modernistic Wooden Chairs from the 1920 's, Austria

$5,337.52per set
£3,979.36per set
€4,500per set
CA$7,330.28per set
A$8,204.03per set
CHF 4,283.79per set
MX$100,089.70per set
NOK 54,377.05per set
SEK 51,600.47per set
DKK 34,275.95per set
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About the Item

These three chairs were designed and made for a specific client in Vienna, Austria. They were purchased in the Grinzing District which was known for its active support of artistic pursuits in Vienna. They are made of hard wood that has been painted brown using a technique known as " Schleiflack ". From a design stand point they represent early modernism. If you examine the photos there are many details that are unique to these chairs. If you choose to use them as is, i would recommend a light sanding. Of course one may repaint them in a colour pallet from the 1930 s. The weight of each chair is approx. 4.5 kilos.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 29.93 in (76 cm)Width: 30.52 in (77.5 cm)Depth: 17.13 in (43.5 cm)Seat Height: 16.15 in (41 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 3
  • Style:
    Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1925
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. These chairs are solidly built, the paint has worn off through 100 years of use. There are no loose parts and they have no wobble .
  • Seller Location:
    Vienna, AT
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU4554141685452

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