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Foot stool of ottoman by the legendary t.h. Robsjohn-gibbings. U.s.a., widdicomb furniture co, circa 1955, united states. Streamlined solid walnut …
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Foot stool of ottoman by the legendary t.h. Robsjohn-gibbings. U.s.a., widdicomb furniture co, circa 1955, united states. Streamlined solid walnut frame fully refinished and newly reupholstered with mouse grey wool felt. The footstool matches the robsjohn-gibbings lounge chair (sold) shown in the last picture. T. H. Robsjohn-gibbings (1903–1976) was a british-born architect and furniture designer took up residence in new york and american citizen in 1940. The design work of t. H. Robsjohn gibbings is hallmarked as a modern mixture of the classical elements of ancient grecian design, and art deco design. Robsjohn-gibbings worked as a designer for the widdicomb furniture company in grand rapids, michigan from 1943 to 1956. His furniture line was hailed as a triumph by house beautiful, and his design featured in the landmark good design exhibit of 1951 at the museum of modern art in new york. His furniture has been collectible for the past decade dimensions stool; height 43 cm, width 63 cm, depth 63 cm. This piece is attributed to the mentioned designer/maker. It has no attribution mark and no
official proof of authenticity,
however it is well documented in design history. I take full responsibility for any authenticity
issues arising from misattribution
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- Dimensions
- 24.8ʺW × 24.8ʺD × 16.93ʺH
- Period
- 1950s
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Walnut
- Wool
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Gray
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