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Atomium desk paper weight, Belgium, c.1958

$430
£328.76
€376.67
CA$606.52
A$660.34
CHF 352.60
MX$7,971.38
NOK 4,432.84
SEK 4,123.06
DKK 2,813.58

About the Item

A good example of 1950’s atomic era decoration. A copy of the Atomium built in Brussels for the 1958 Expo, created as a desktop paperweight. It is still with its label and in excellent condition. The stone base is in excellent condition without chips or cracks.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 5.12 in (13 cm)Width: 3.55 in (9 cm)Depth: 3.55 in (9 cm)
  • Style:
    Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    c.1958
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Pymble, AU
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 47001stDibs: LU1265243405902

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