Società Compensati Curvi Set of Eight Mid-Century Modern Dining Chairs, 1950
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Società Compensati Curvi Set of Eight Mid-Century Modern Dining Chairs, 1950
About the Item
- Creator:Società Compensati Curvati (Manufacturer)
- Attributed to:Carlo Ratti (Designer)
- Dimensions:Height: 31.5 in (80 cm)Width: 19.69 in (50 cm)Depth: 17.72 in (45 cm)
- Sold As:Set of 8
- Style:Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:1950s
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Montecatini Terme, IT
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU5304223923652
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