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Ilmari Tapiovaara, Early Congo Chair, circa 1953
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Ilmari Tapiovaara (1914 Finnish 1999), Congo chair, birch wood, Origin: Finland, circa 1953, Knock-down Construction (in two parts).
This wonderful, rare, early example of the Congo chair was manufactured by Laukaan Puu, Finland
Measures: Seat height 33 cm.
Details
- CreatorIlmari Tapiovaara (Designer),Laukaan Puu (Manufacturer)
- Of the Period
- Place of Origin
- Date of Manufacturecirca 1953
- Period
- Materials and Techniques
- ConditionGood
- WearWear consistent with age and use.
- DimensionsH 33.47 in. x W 20.48 in. x D 33.47 in.H 85 cm x W 52 cm x D 85 cm
- Seat Height13 in. (33 cm)
- Seller LocationNew York, NY
- Seller Reference NumberDD2247
- Reference NumberLU3653310862343
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