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Postmodern Antidesign: Steel bookcases, W. Laubersheimer, for Pentagon 1980s

$3,717.45per item
£2,765.41per item
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CA$5,090.47per item
A$5,659.91per item
CHF 2,955.29per item
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NOK 37,708.22per item
SEK 35,330.80per item
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The "Verspanntes Regal" is a Postmodern shelf designed by Wolfgang Laubersheimer for the Pentagon Group in 1984. (We have two available, price per piece) Pentagon, embraced an artistic approach to the objects they designed; often uncommon, experimental materials and treatments were used. No exception forms the “Verspanntes Regal”, this bookshelf was constructed using welded sheets of bent steel, kept under a constant tension with the metal wire attached to one side. The steel has not been treated in any way, resulting in a unique patina built up over several decades of use. A truly unique piece, produced in only small quantity. Origination: Germany, 1980s Condition: Very good, patina consistent with age Materials: Welded steel Approximate Dimensions: Height: 240 cm Width: 31 cm Depth: 40 cm Price per piece, two available.
  • Creator:
    Wolfgang Laubersheimer (Designer),Pentagon (Maker)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 94.49 in (240 cm)Width: 12.21 in (31 cm)Depth: 15.75 in (40 cm)
  • Style:
    Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
    1980-1989
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1980s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Renens, CH
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU5599240469502

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