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1965 Metric Lounge Chair and Ottoman Signed by Charles Hollis Jones

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1965 "Metric" lucite and nickel plated armchair with ottoman designed and manufactured by Charles Hollis Jones. (Signed and Dated) Provenance from CHJ private collection. Measurements: Ottoman W 20 inches, D 19 inches, H 17 inches Armchair W 22.50 inches, D 20 inches, H seat 17 inches, H 29.50 inches.
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