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Set of Eight Sven Markelius 'Orchestra' Chairs, 1940s

$7,125.52per set
£5,274.93per set
€6,000per set
CA$9,817.25per set
A$10,937.80per set
CHF 5,710.05per set
MX$132,799.44per set
NOK 71,771.57per set
SEK 67,841.57per set
DKK 45,685.06per set
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About the Item

Set of 8 'Orkesterstolen' chairs by Sven Markelius, Sweden, 1940s. The chairs were originally designed for Helsingborg Concert Hall.
  • Creator:
    Sven Markelius (Designer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 30.71 in (78 cm)Width: 18.12 in (46 cm)Depth: 18.51 in (47 cm)Seat Height: 18.51 in (47 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Style:
    Scandinavian Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1940s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor structural damages. Minor fading.
  • Seller Location:
    Stockholm, SE
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1206233355012

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