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Mid-century Walnut Wall Unit in the style of Poul Cadovius, c. 1960

$3,600
£2,733.06
€3,126.04
CA$5,029.72
A$5,594.15
CHF 2,921.09
MX$68,074.84
NOK 37,306.79
SEK 34,987.18
DKK 23,330.80
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About the Item

A classic mid-century wall unit with four wall mounted upright rails where four short and two long adjustable shelves sit on the patinated metal rungs. Additionally, this unit includes one 3-drawer cabinet and one 2-door cabinet which are also height adjustable. The right bay features a fold out apron desk that reveals two adjustable shelves and two drawers. Depth measurement is with the desk extended. Minor scratches on surfaces and some adjustable shelves have veneer losses, example as pictured.
  • Similar to:
    Poul Cadovius (Designer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 79 in (200.66 cm)Width: 87.25 in (221.62 cm)Depth: 51 in (129.54 cm)
  • Style:
    Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1960
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses.
  • Seller Location:
    Brooklyn, NY
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU3105343927572

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