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Rosewood Action Conference Desk by George Nelson, Herman Miller
About the Item
- Dimensions:Width: 71.5 in (181.61 cm)Depth: 35.5 in (90.17 cm)
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- Date of Manufacture:1960s
- Condition:Rosewood top in fine vintage condition; aluminum base with patination typical of the vintage Action Series desks.
- Seller Location:Peabody, MA
- Reference Number:1stDibs: U1111138880403
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