Tripolina Chair by Joseph Fendy
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Tripolina Chair by Joseph Fendy
About the Item
- Creator:Joseph Fendy (Designer)
- Dimensions:Height: 41 in (104.14 cm)Width: 27 in (68.58 cm)Depth: 33 in (83.82 cm)
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- Date of Manufacture:1930s
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Repair to the bottom of seat. Very Patinated.
- Seller Location:Los Angeles, CA
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU119428143993
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