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Modern Furniture, its Design and Construction by Mario Dal Fabbro, 1950

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First edition, second printing, published by Reinhold Publishing Corporation, 1950. A guide to the design and production of modern furniture, published contemporary to the era. With annotated line drawings and black and white photographs, the book features numerous designs from chairs and tables, to modular ironing boards by both prominent designers of the era, and the author himself. A great practical resource for furniture and interior designers. All of these iconic designs have been reproduced with the full support of the manufacturers and designers.
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  • Dimensions:
    Height: 12.21 in (31 cm)Width: 9.06 in (23 cm)Depth: 0.79 in (2 cm)
  • Style:
    Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
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  • Date of Manufacture:
    1950
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Some minor foxing to endpapers and spine of book, dust jacket slightly worn and foxed. Over all book is in good condition.
  • Seller Location:
    London, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU210239267423
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