Swedish Midcentury Bookshelf by Edmond Spence

Description

Title: Swedish Midcentury Bookshelf by Edmond Spence

Description: Swedish-made blonde Mid-Century Modern bookshelf pair with three floating shelves each designed by Edmond Spence for Walpole. Attractive joinery and a very usable size with great detail. The turned supports are inset to the shelves and there are metal braces adding support beneath. Interior shelf heights, 11".

Dimensions: Creator:
Edmond J. Spence (Designer)
Dimensions:
Height: 33.5 in (85.09 cm)Width: 36 in (91.44 cm)Depth: 12 in (30.48 cm)
Sold As:
Set of 2
Style:
Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
Materials and Techniques:
Wood
Place of Origin:
Sweden
Period:
1950-1959
Date of Manufacture:
1950
Condition:
ExcellentGood Restored Condition. No scuffs or scratches. Bookshelf is not broken but it does have some play in it-it will sway if you push it longwise.
Seller Location:
Van Nuys, CA
Reference Number:
Seller: 20148181stDibs: LU947438030902

Reserve: $2,280.00

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Swedish Midcentury Bookshelf by Edmond Spence

Lot 0096

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