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Underwood 310 Portable Typewriter, 1970s
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A refined example of 1970s design, the Underwood 310 typewriter reflects a moment when everyday objects were reimagined with simplicity and functionality in mind. Compact and portable, it was created for practicality, yet carries the unmistakable aesthetic influence of modernist design, shaped during the Underwood–Olivetti era.
Its clean lines, soft off-white body, and minimalist keyboard layout give it a quiet elegance, far removed from the heavy industrial machines of earlier decades. Designed for ease of use and mobility, it was once a companion for writers, students, and professionals alike. Today, it stands as both a functional object and a decorative piece, capturing the spirit of analog creativity in a digital world.
Key Features
- Origin: Europe
- Maker: Underwood (Olivetti production)
- Date: Circa 1970s
- Type: Portable manual typewriter
- Dimension: L 29 x W 33 x H 8 cm
- Material: Plastic body with metal internal mechanism
- Keyboard: AZERTY layout (French market)
- Design: Minimalist modernist form, compact and functional
- Condition: Good vintage condition with light wear consistent with age
A timeless piece of design history, bridging utility and aesthetics, ideal for collectors and lovers of analog craftsmanship.
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