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Torbjørn Afdal Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Norwegian, 1917-1999

Torbjørn Afdal was one of the leading designers at Bruksbo Tegnekontor and in Scandinavia. Afdal became more well known when his furniture was bought by US first lady Jacqueline Kennedy and by the Japanese Emperor. In later years, he was granted the commission to design the parliamentary and chairs and tables to the courthouse in Oslo.

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Creator: Torbjørn Afdal
Torbjørn Afdal Bureau in Rosewood and Brass by Mellemstrans Møbelsnedkeri
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Rare high bureau designed by Torbjørn Afdal. Produced by Mellemstrands Møbelsnedkeri in Norway.
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1960s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Torbjørn Afdal Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Torbjørn Afdal commodes and chests of drawers for sale on 1stDibs.

Torbjørn Afdal commodes and chests of drawers are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of wood and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Torbjørn Afdal commodes and chests of drawers, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original commodes and chests of drawers by Torbjørn Afdal were created in the Scandinavian Modern style in scandinavia during the 1960s. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider commodes and chests of drawers by Feldballes Møbelfabrik, Arne Wahl Iversen, and Aksel Kjersgaard. Prices for Torbjørn Afdal commodes and chests of drawers can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $2,190 and can go as high as $2,190, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $2,190.

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