In a way, the sense of quality has improved, the status symbol of the small things is gone, and it is acceptable to use stainless steel, even if the neighbour uses silver.
Arne JacobsenAbout author
- Author's profession: Architect
- Nationality: danish
- Born: February 11, 1902
- Died: March 24, 1971
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