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Product sheet Kangaroo chair

Architonic-ID:  4101985
Designer:
George Nelson
Manufacturer:
Herman Miller
Year: 1956
 
Upholstered plywood, brushed steel
361⁄2l x 361⁄2w x 391⁄2h
Although quite comfortable, the Kangaroo chair was not a commercial success for Nelson.
The proportions of the seat and back resemble that of earlier chair precedents, but the external steel structure is a thoroughly modern invention.
estimated value: 
2000-3000 US$
reached price: 
3000 US$
 
Auction: 
20th Century Art & Design

Sales date: 2001-10-28
location: Chicago
Lot number: 284
 
Auction House:
Wright
Address:

Wright


United States

Product overview 
 
 
Designer:
George Nelson

George Nelson


Product overview 
 
 
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armchairs/sofas