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Large Vintage Box Vault, English, Beech, Suede, Gymnastic Apparatus, Circa 1940
$4,711.27
£3,455
€4,011.91
CA$6,491.90
A$7,136.18
CHF 3,746.46
MX$84,854.34
NOK 48,113.09
SEK 43,825.82
DKK 29,975.40
About the Item
This is a large vintage box vault. An English, beech and suede gymnastic apparatus, dating to the mid 20th century, circa 1940.
Wonderfully presented vintage vault
Displays a desirable aged patina throughout
Beech frame shows fine grain interest and caramel hues
Quality suede leather pad in very good order, substantial at 6.5cm (2.5") thick
In five sections, nesting together or stacked individually
Can be used at heights of 29.5cm, 53cm, 76.5cm, 100.5cm and 127cm respectively
Maker's label to each end for Webber-Hercules, Exeter
Could provide seating or as a display piece in a retail environment
This is a fascinating vintage box vault, presented in fine order and as useful today as it was 80 years ago. Solid joints and construction, delivered waxed, polished and ready for the home.
Dimensions:
Max width: 104.5cm (41.25'')
Max depth: 152.5cm (60'')
Max height: 127cm (50'')
Pad width: 45cm (17.75'')
Pad depth: 152.5cm (60'')
Pad height: 6.5cm (2.5'').
- Dimensions:Height: 50.01 in (127 cm)Width: 41.15 in (104.5 cm)Depth: 60.04 in (152.5 cm)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:circa 1940
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Presented in very good vintage condition.
- Seller Location:Hele, Devon, GB
- Reference Number:Seller: 18.80201stDibs: LU2645327515852
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