Important Raoul Guys "Antony" lounge chairs, Cite university, Paris, 1954
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Important Raoul Guys "Antony" lounge chairs, Cite university, Paris, 1954
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- Dimensions:Height: 29.14 in (74 cm)Width: 27.17 in (69 cm)Depth: 29.93 in (76 cm)Seat Height: 14.57 in (37 cm)
- Sold As:Set of 2
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- Date of Manufacture:1954
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:bergen op zoom, NL
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU9301780053
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