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Mid-Century Modern Chinese Red Painted Rectangle Parsons Coffee Table

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Stunning Mid-Century Modern Chinese red painted wood rectangle Parsons style coffee table. Wonderful vintage condition. Minor imperfections consistent with use. Please see photos, circa 1950s-1970s Radiant, ravishing, and ready to be yours!!! Parson’s style is such a Classic design that dates to 1930 when French designer Jean-Michael Frank decided he was going to design a table that was simple enough that it could fit into any home regardless of style preference. Contemporary, Mid-Century Modern, or modern, Parson’s style tables just work anywhere. This one is lacquered a gorgeous Chinese red, rectangular in shape, and will certainly make a bold statement in any room in your home. The original Parson’s table was designed in New York City at the Parson’s School of Design by French designer Jean-Michael Frank in the 1930s. There is an article that states, "Frank challenged students to design a table so basic that it would retain its integrity whether sheathed in gold leaf, mica, parchment, split straw or painted burlap, or even left robustly unvarnished. What grew out of Frank's sketches and the students' participation was initially called the T-square table. Parsons tables are often intended for use as modern or contemporary furniture, and their striking design has made them popular as coffee tables, dining tables, side tables, and occasional tables. Can you really go wrong with a gorgeous red Parsons style table? We think not! Make it yours!! Table: • Height 18 inches • Width 44 inches • Depth 26 inches • Weight 26 pounds Boxed size: • Height 24 inches • Width 50 inches • Depth 32 inches • Weight 45 pounds.
  • Similar to:
    (after) Jean Michel Frank (Designer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 18 in (45.72 cm)Width: 44 in (111.76 cm)Depth: 26 in (66.04 cm)
  • Style:
    Mid-Century Modern (In the Style Of)
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  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1960s-1970s
  • Condition:
    Refinished. Wear consistent with age and use. Wonderful vintage condition. It has fresh coats of paint with a coat of urethane for durability. Minor imperfections consistent with use. Please see photos.
  • Seller Location:
    Topeka, KS
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 414-TBL-2621stDibs: LU1873322501782
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