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Carl Gustaf Hiort af Ornäs
Välipala
Grand Library
$22,000
£16,768.78
€19,341.04
CA$31,246.58
A$33,577.73
CHF 18,016.40
MX$395,525.20
NOK 226,536.29
SEK 206,939.44
DKK 144,547.26
About the Item
Carl Gustaf Hiort af Ornäs for Huonekalu Mikko Nupponen, 'Välipala' grand bookcase, teak, lacquered wood , Finland, 1950s.
Designed by the Finnish designer Carl Gustaf Hiort, this wall unit is an architectural masterpiece composed of various wooden elements, resulting in a clean and structured composition that remains highly flexible in use. Three black tripod legs support substantial teak shelfs, whose warm tones contrast elegantly with the surrounding components. Above, a white shelving system takes center stage. Fully adjustable, it can be arranged in a manner best suited to the user’s needs and aesthetic preferences. The open construction enhances the lightness of the design, allowing for the display of objects such as books and glassware according to personal taste.
KIndly note that this unit has been completely restored and is perfectly ready to enjoy for many years.
- Creator:Mikko Nupponen (Manufacturer),Carl Gustaf Hiort af Ornäs (Designer)
- Dimensions:Height: 75.6 in (192 cm)Width: 98.82 in (251 cm)Depth: 18.9 in (48 cm)
- Style:Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:1950s
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Every item Morentz offers is checked by our team of 30 craftspeople in our in-house workshop. Special restoration or reupholstery requests can be done. Check ‘About the item’ or ask our design specialists for detailed information on the condition.
- Seller Location:Waalwijk, NL
- Reference Number:Seller: 501088421stDibs: LU933148100942
About the Seller
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Established in 2006, Morentz has a team of approximately 55 restorers, upholsterers, interior advisers and art historians, making it a gallery, workshop and upholstery studio, all in one. Every day, a carefully selected array of 20th-century furniture arrives from all over the world at the firm’s warehouse, where the team thoroughly examines each piece to determine what, if any, work needs to be done. Whether that means new upholstery or a complete restoration, Morentz's aim is always to honor the designer’s intention while fulfilling the wishes of the client. The team is up to any challenge, from restoring a single piece to its original glory to furnishing a large-scale hotel project.
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