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Gilbert Rohde Paldao Secretary Display Case for Herman Miller

About the Item

Bookcase with drop-front secretary desk and storage drawers in paldao wood. Glass dividers separate storage compartments, and cork-lined back. Retains Herman Miller tag. Great original condition.
  • Creator:
    Herman Miller (Manufacturer),Gilbert Rohde (Designer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 49.75 in (126.37 cm)Width: 60 in (152.4 cm)Depth: 17 in (43.18 cm)
  • Style:
    Art Deco (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1941
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Great original condition. Wood finish is excellent and the unit is complete. There are a few small veneer losses on the bottom side edge.
  • Seller Location:
    Brooklyn, NY
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU800212039123
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