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Writing Desk in Rosewood by the Norwegian Designer Torbjørn Afdal from the 1960s
$3,518.67List Price
About the Item
- Creator:Torbjørn Afdal (Designer)
- Dimensions:Height: 36.62 in (93 cm)Width: 35.44 in (90 cm)Depth: 24.41 in (62 cm)
- Style:Scandinavian Modern (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:1960s
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- Seller Location:Lejre, DK
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU1209214107991
Torbjørn Afdal
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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