Phone Bench in Rosewood, Fabric & Metal, Geraldo de Barros, 1950s - Lot 359A

$7,500

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Description

This telephone bench has a two-tier metal frame, including a newly upholstered seat and a cabinet for phone books and notepads. The Rosewood has been refinished, and the upholstery is new. This piece reflects the 1950s' rise of industrialization, when telephones became household staples, blending practical use with the design style of that era.

Creator

Geraldo de Barros

Materials and Techniques:

Brazilian Hardwood, Formica, Iron

Dimensions

Height: 64 cm (25.2 in)

Width: 92 cm (36.2 in)

Depth: 29 cm (11.4 in)

Seat Height: 44 cm (17.3 in)

Condition

Wood has been refinished. Upholstery is the original but is in good condition.

Sold As

Set of 1

Place of Origin

Brazil

Style

Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)

Date of Manufacture

circa 1950s