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Italian Modernist Spazio Desk by Studio BBPR for Olivetti
$3,950List Price
About the Item
- Creator:Studio BBPR (Designer),Olivetti (Manufacturer)
- Dimensions:Height: 30.5 in (77.47 cm)Width: 51 in (129.54 cm)Depth: 32 in (81.28 cm)
- Style:Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:circa 1950
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Some cracking to plastic on 1 corner.
- Seller Location:New York, NY
- Reference Number:Seller: ol2f1stDibs: U09120879352001
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