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Ilmari TAPIOVAARA (1914-1999). Chair, "Fanett" model, with black-stained beech frame, slatted backrest and thermoformed teak seat. Circa 1960 (Dim.: 85 x 42 x 44 cm - H. (seat): 45 cm)

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Ilmari TAPIOVAARA (1914-1999). Chair, "Fanett" model, with black-stained beech frame, slatted backrest and thermoformed teak seat. Circa 1960 (Dim.: 85 x 42 x 44 cm - H. (seat): 45 cm)

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