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Pair Danish Scandinavian Modern Teak Low Bookcase/Cabinets With Shaped Supports

$4,875.01per set
£3,500per set
€4,138.85per set
CA$6,636.11per set
A$7,438.22per set
CHF 3,872.86per set
MX$90,823.90per set
NOK 49,171.31per set
SEK 46,609.98per set
DKK 30,880.27per set
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A Pair of Matching Danish Mid Century Modern Glazed Teak Low Bookcases With Shaped Supports. Provenance: The Estate of John Graham architect (1927-2021) of Harlow, Essex. John Graham, was one of the key figures behind the design of Harlow new town in Essex. He was the architect responsible for the realisation of the Harvey Centre shopping complex, in 1980, as well as Adams House retail and office block in Market Square (and its landmark clock), completed around 1956 as one of the first buildings in the town centre. He later played a significant role in establishing the Gibberd Gallery, which opened in 2004. Born in Manchester, John was the son of Mabel (nee Hyde) and Gilbert Graham, a chartered accountant, and went to Stretford grammar school. Following service with the Royal Engineers from 1945 to 1948 in the army of occupation in Germany, he obtained a first-class degree in architecture from Manchester University and in 1952 joined the Harlow Development Corporation. John was awarded the Rome scholarship in 1953 and spent his time in Italy making measured drawings of Roman temples that would remain touchstones throughout his career. John represented values that evolved after the two world wars: a pride in civic duty – if we all work together, we can make things better for everyone – and a belief that culture (art, music, football, religion or knitting) is essential for a good life. Such values underpinned the creation of new towns such as Harlow. From 1960 until the end of his life, John lived in a prefabricated house on the edge of Harlow, in the shade of an ancient oak tree. He married Britt Båckstrom, a Swedish singer, in 1954; she died in 2005.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 28.15 in (71.5 cm)Width: 36.03 in (91.5 cm)Depth: 17.92 in (45.5 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Style:
    Scandinavian Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1960's
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. In original condition, with light surface wear in keeping with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Reading, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: KF * one of 10 mi 1stDibs: LU8232236778792

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