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1970s Vintage Overseas Chinese Folding Chair

$639.05per item
£477.55per item
€540per item
CA$889.85per item
A$956.24per item
CHF 513.08per item
MX$11,263.89per item
NOK 6,451.37per item
SEK 5,893.29per item
DKK 4,116.46per item
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About the Item

Distinctive vintage folding chair produced in China for the export market , retaining it's original "Made in China" label with the Chinese export mark "Huáqiáu" (Overseas Chinese). The chair features a chrome-plated tubular steel frame paired with moduled plywood seat and backrest of imitated rosewood, presenting a restrained modernist expression. It's clean lines , balanced proportions and functional folding mechanism reflect a clear dialouge with European mid-century institutional and ulitarian furniture, reintrepreted in late 20'th. century Asian export production. Solid hinge contruction and balanced proportions lend both durability and sculptural presence. Ask for shipping quote as we have many options to suite your needs. Original patina and light wear consistant with age contribute to the chairs authentic vintage character. An understated , versatile piece suited to modern , modernist, and eclectic interiors, and of interest to collectors of post-war design. We are shipping our pieces til most of the world on regular basis at compeatable shipping costs - so feel free to ask for a shipping quote for your destination.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 29.73 in (75.5 cm)Width: 16.15 in (41 cm)Depth: 18.51 in (47 cm)Seat Height: 16.93 in (43 cm)
  • Style:
    Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1970 - 1980s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Chairs have been cleaned and polished with respect for vintage patina.
  • Seller Location:
    Knebel, DK
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU2713348361292

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