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Torbjorn Afdal Bjarne Hansen Butterfly Chair Made in Norway c 1950's

$4,000
£3,047.39
€3,513.76
CA$5,597.92
A$6,254.74
CHF 3,271.92
MX$76,703.18
NOK 41,808.97
SEK 39,645.98
DKK 26,225.09
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Rare Mid Century Scandinavian Modern lounge chair designed by Torbjorn Afdal for Bjarne Hansen, made in Norway circa 1950's. Comfortable, stylish, and hard to find, especially in this condition, truly a classic from the Golden Age of Mid Century Scandinavian Modern design. Total H 39.25 x Arm H 20 x Seat 15 x W 34 x D 24 inches.
  • Creator:
    Bjarne Hansen (Maker),Torbjørn Afdal (Designer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 39.25 in (99.7 cm)Width: 37 in (93.98 cm)Depth: 24 in (60.96 cm)Seat Height: 15 in (38.1 cm)
  • Style:
    Scandinavian Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1950's
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Very good, original, vintage condition, showing only light cosmetic wear, normal and consistent with age.
  • Seller Location:
    New York, NY
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU978738122812

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