Please note: we also have the original table / desk lamp which belonged to this desk for sale.With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the piece of chinoiserie brass and lacquer you’re looking for. Great as a writing desk or as a vanity desk. But overall it is in a good vintage condition and perfectly usable in a stylish and elegant interior. The desk shows signs of wear and use, but this is inevitable with a lacquered piece of this age. ![]() There are three drawers at the front and a nicely finished backside, so this desk can be used as a freestanding unit in the room. Seven or eight layers of lacquer are applied to the wood. This desk features nice proportions and clean lines, but looks very chique and rich due to the use of high gloss lacquer of a very grand quality. Great and deep 'Sang de Boeuf' red color and inlayed brass which gained a nice patination over time. A great and quintessential seventies Hollywood Regency design with hints to Art Deco and 1930s furniture. This is a wonderful desk / table / vanity table in lacquered wood and brass by designer Jean Claude Mahey. Jean Claude Mahey Desk in Lacquered Wood & Brass, Paris, France, 1970s. One of the oldest examples of faux material from the Baroque period is at Rosenborg Castle in Copenhagen where, in 1667, the royal bed. Tortoishell furniture was only affordable by royalty and the elite and the height of fashion in the 17th century, as was producing things that were not what they seemed. Pieces of imitation tortoishell with gilded lacquer decoration are rare, the last piece I handled was a chest of drawers about 20 years ago. It has come from a private collection where it has reputedly been for many generations which explains why it is in such original condition retaining the original hinges, lock and catches. The colours, which have become muted from atmospheric conditions over time, are still striking and colourful evoking warm and richness. This bureau is decorated in one of the most fashionable styles of the Baroque period, Chinese lacquer with gilded decoration and tortoiseshell imitation ground and would have been a statement piece within the interior. John Stalker and George Parker, a treatise on Japanning and varnishing (originally published in 1668), Alec Tiranti, 1998, p. “Before Japan was made in England, the imitation of tortoise-shell was much in request for cabinets, tables and the like“. Perfect for those who appreciate history and style, our Florence Knoll executive desk.Ī rare, late-17th century / early-18th century, fall front bureau with gilded Chinoiserie Japanning & faux tortoishell ground. This restored masterpiece isn't just a desk it's a symbol of an era when design was not just about aesthetics but also functionality and innovation. The freshly cleaned and lacquered interior further enhances its pristine condition. Prioritizing both style and function, this desk houses a cabinet to the right, featuring three smoothly operating drawers, ensuring all your essentials are neatly stored away. ![]() The black laminated tabletop, paired with stretched steel pedestal legs in a matching shade, brings a modern twist to the classic design. Crafted to perfection, the desk's Mid-Century Modern design stands out with its newly stained walnut hue juxtaposed against ebonized accents and a glossy new lacquer finish. ![]() Every detail of this desk, from its hand-selected walnut construction to its sleek design lines, reflects the essence of the 1960s and the genius of Knoll's design principles. Step back in time and immerse yourself in the iconic design of Florence Knoll with our executive modern desk, a true representation of mid-century sophistication.
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