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Vintage Eames / Zenith PAW Swivel Base Armchair, 1940s

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First generation Eames rope-edge swivel base armchair. Manufactured only for a very short period in the late 1940s by Zenith. This chair is a true collector’s item with less than a handful currently on the market for sale. The light yellow / parchment color has a very visible fiber and rope-edge. Zenith checkerboard logo completely intact. The dowel base is completely original, untouched, no damages or repairs, no screws have been replaced. The base reads “Seng Chicago” after the company producing these swivel bases. Origination: United States, 1940s Condition: Very good vintage condition. Chair and base have been left completely untouched, no damages or repairs. Some light paint marks as pictured, can be cleaned off if necessary. Approximate dimensions: Height 80 cm Width 64 cm Depth 46 cm Seating height 43 cm.
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