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Swedish Carl Malmsten Mahogany and Fruitwood Console, Circa 1950s

Creator: Carl Malmsten
Offered by: Evergreen Antiques

Description
A Swedish light mahogany and fruitwood inlaid console, Circa 1950s, designed by Carl Malmsten, the rectangular top with rounder fore corners above a frieze inlaid with leaves and flowers, two frieze drawers, raised on tapered canted and rounded legs.

Carl Malmsten (December 7, 1888–August 13, 1972) was a Swedish furniture designer, architect, and educator who was known for his devotion to traditional Swedish craftmanship (slöjd) and his opposition to functionalism.He "considered the rationalization of the home according to functionalist principles a debasement of its traditional role as an intimate place for gathering and repose".

More Information

Documentation:	Documented elsewhere (similar item)
Origin:	Sweden
Period:	1950-1979
Materials:	Light mahogany and fruitwood
Condition:	Excellent.
Creation Date:	1950s
Styles / Movements:	Modern, Art Deco, Mid Century
200 Lex Booth #:	17
Incollect Reference #:	284653

Dimensions

W.	44 in;	H.	29.75 in;	D.	17 in;
W.	111.76 cm;	H.	75.57 cm;	D.	43.18 cm;

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