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Vintage Architectural Design Cardboard Chair Joel Stearns

$1,000
£763.50
€882.21
CA$1,403.81
A$1,564.69
CHF 820.94
MX$19,107.46
NOK 10,394.90
SEK 9,824.76
DKK 6,584.33

About the Item

Original design. Probably a one-off. Solid and sturdy. Can hold over 300 pounds. Original vinyl seat. Minor wear and patina consistent with age and use. This chair was found at an estate that had two other Sterns designed chairs and one original Frank Gehry designed chair. Stearns was a student of Frank Gehry. Presents well for collections and decor as a desk chair or interior accent..
  • Creator:
    Joel Stearns (Workshop/Studio)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 33 in (83.82 cm)Width: 17 in (43.18 cm)Depth: 23 in (58.42 cm)Seat Height: 17 in (43.18 cm)
  • Style:
    Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Wood,Woodwork
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1970's 80's
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Los Angeles, CA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1334245445592

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