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Monumental Rosewood and Polished Stainless Steel Executive Desk, 1970's
About the Item
- Dimensions:Height: 28.5 in (72.39 cm)Width: 72 in (182.88 cm)Depth: 39.5 in (100.33 cm)
- Style:Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:1970s
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Minor fading. There is some slight fading on the desk. A couple chips to the veneer that have been touched up along the drawers. Slightly uneven fading to the top of the desk. one ver small ding (pea sized) on the chrome, on the back, where the chairs goes.
- Seller Location:Culver City, CA
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU1139231020602
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