Edmund J Spence, Swedish Modern, Maple, Wave Highboy, Sweden, 1950s

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Title: Edmund J Spence, Swedish Modern, Maple, Wave Highboy, Sweden, 1950s

Description: Edmond J Spence, Swedish Mid-Century Modern, "Wave" Highboy, Maple, Sweden, 1950s

Swedish modern highboy dresser designed by Edmond J. Spence and produced in Sweden circa 1950s. This example is comprised of maple wood and features two sliding doors on top of four dovetailed drawers with wave shaped organic form drawer fronts. The entire work sits on four slightly tilted legs and has been fully refinished.

Matching dresser and pair of nightstands available separately.

Maple; Sweden c. 1950s

Height: 48 inches, Width: 38 inches, Depth: 20 inches

Additional Information: Documentation: Documented elsewhere (exact item)
Origin: Sweden
Period: 1950-1979
Condition: Good. Fully refinished.
Creation Date: 1950
Styles / Movements: Modern, Mid Century
Dealer Reference #: 456-286
Incollect Reference #: 839074
W.
38 in;
H.
48 in;
D.
20 in;
W.
96.52 cm;
H.
121.92 cm;
D.
50.8 cm;

Reserve: $8,500.00

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Edmund J Spence, Swedish Modern, Maple, Wave Highboy, Sweden, 1950s

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