Rosewood Secretary by Torbjørn Afdal for Bruksbo Melemstrands, Norway, 1960
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Rosewood Secretary by Torbjørn Afdal for Bruksbo Melemstrands, Norway, 1960
About the Item
- Creator:Torbjørn Afdal (Designer),Bruksbo (Manufacturer)
- Dimensions:Height: 46.07 in (117 cm)Width: 39.38 in (100 cm)Length: 46.07 in (117 cm)
- Style:Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Place of Origin:Norway
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:1960
- Condition:This secretary was damaged on the right-hand side and therefore has a new piece of veneer in three places, see photo. This secretary is therefore now in good vintage condition.
- Seller Location:Amsterdam, NL
- Reference Number:Seller: VANONS B29741stDibs: LU1846317289102
Torbjørn Afdal
Torbjørn Afdal was one of the leading designers at Bruksbo Tegnekontor and in Scandinavia. Afdal became more well known when his furniture was bought by US first lady Jacqueline Kennedy and by the Japanese Emperor. In later years, he was granted the commission to design the parliamentary and chairs and tables to the courthouse in Oslo.
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