Ernest Igl graduated from the Karlsbad Commercial Academy in 1938 and then attended the Academy of Fine Arts in Prague and the Academy of Applied Arts in Munich. After the war, he worked as a draftsman and graphic artist in Munich. Igl enjoyed a high reputation as one of the first illustrators at major school book publishers and distinguished himself as an internationally sought-after industrial designer. He died in Davos in 2001.
Ernest Igl for Wilhelm Werndl Directors Desk in Marble Look
By Ernest Igl, Wilhelm Werndl
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Ernest 'Igl' Hofmann for Wilhelm Werndl, corner desk, model 'Jet', painted polyurethane, Germany, designed in 1970 Ernest Hofmann, also known by his artist name 'Igl', recently gai...
Plastic
Ernest H. Igl for Bayer AG 'Hadi' Desk
By Ernest Igl
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Ernest Igl for Bayer AG, 'Hadi' desk, polyurethane, Germany, 1970s This design by Ernest Igl truly resembles the ethos of the seventies, featuring the commonly used material of that time: polyurethane. Ernest Igl strived for the creation of a desk that focused on functionality combined with an aesthetically pleasing design for daily use. This is discernible in the playful composition of curved lines and round shapes executed in the whole construction. On the left side, three drawers are situated hidden perfectly in the column of the design. At the right side there is a storage compartment placed. Taking every stylistic realization into account, this writing desk feels retro, without clashing with contemporary interiors. Ernest Hofmann...
Plastic
Ernest Igl for Wilhelm Werndl 'Directors' Writing Desk in White Polyurethane
By Wilhelm Werndl, Ernest Igl
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Ernest Igl for Wilhelm Werndl, 'Directors' writing desk, polyurethane, Germany, 1970/71 Ernest Hofmann, also known by his artist name 'Igl', recently gained an international audienc...
Plastic
molded directors desk - Igl Jet Top by Ernest Igl for Wilhelm Werndl - 1970s
By Ernest Igl, Wilhelm Werndl
Located in Saarbrücken, SL
Igl Jet Top directors desk with Bang Olufsen telephone made out of molded Baydur (Fiberglas) Strong shapes and practical inlays as well as the hidden storage space combines design &...
Metal
Ernest Igl Jet Corner Desk for Wilhelm Werndl, 1970s
By Wilhelm Werndl, Ernest Igl
Located in ABCOUDE, UT
Rare Space Age corner desk model “Jet” by Ernest Igl for Wilhelm Werndl designed and produced in Germany, 1969. A futuristic and versatile design, with a clever movable construction...
Plastic, Fiberglass
Rare Fiberglass Directors Desk by Ernest Igl for Wilhelm Werndl, 1970s
By Ernest Igl, Wilhelm Werndl
Located in Echt, NL
Beautiful Space Age directors desk, in very good condition. Designed by by Ernest Igl in the 1970s. Manufactured by Wilhelm Werndl, Germany. The body of this desk is entirely made of molded fiberglass and lacquered in a white color. The carved wood drawers...
Aluminum
molded directors desk -Igl Jet Top by Ernest Igl for Wilhelm Werndl - 1970s
By Ernest Igl, Wilhelm Werndl
Located in Saarbrücken, SL
Igl Jet Top directors desk with Bang Olufsen telephone made out of molded Baydur (Fiberglas) Strong shapes and practical inlays as well as the hidden storage space combines design &...
Metal
Piano desk black lacqued wood
By Panorammma
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
A sleek, black-polished, sculptural piece conjuring the presence of a grand piano. Piano Desk evokes an intricate fusion of the grace in artistic expression and the discipline of w...
Wood
Ole Wanscher Desk in Rosewood for A. J. Iversen
By Ole Wanscher, A. J. Iversen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Ole Wanscher desk in rosewood. Executed by A. J. Iversen, Copenhagen, Denmark.
Rosewood
1970s Writing Desk, Italy
Located in Praha, CZ
- Item was carefully refurbished - sturdy and stable - mahogany veneer
Metal
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Desk in Tawi Walnut & Steel
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in New York, NY
An exceptional and rare drop leaf desk by Edward Wormley for Dunbar in Tawi Walnut & Steel. USA, circa 1950. Mid-Century Modern Dunbar Desk Hardwood veneers Berne, Indiana Angular...
Metal
Guido Faleschini writing desk for Mariani, 1970
By Faleschini
Located in Manzano, IT
Guido Faleschini writing desk for Mariani, 1970 Strong and stable, important office desk by Guido Faleschini. Glass shelf, aluminum profiles and alcantara upholstery. Aluminum 8-draw...
Aluminum
$5,383
H 32.29 in W 39.38 in D 24.81 in
Rare Complete “Orix” Desk by Vittorio Parigi & Nani Prina for Molteni, 1970s
By Molteni & C, Vittorio Parigi and Nani Prina
Located in Marinha Grande, PT
This rare and complete “Orix” desk was designed by Italian architects Vittorio Parigi and Nani Prina for Molteni in the early 1970s. A bold example of Space Age Italian design, this ...
Metal
1970s Italian Ash & Nickel Desk
Located in New York, NY
A mix of warm and cool aesthetics, this Italian Modern desk was hand-crafted in the 1970s. It combines ash wood and nickel. The top is a smooth and streamlined surface with two drawe...
Nickel
1970s Chrome and Rosewood Desk
By J. Wade Beam
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Beautiful executive desk designed by J Wade Beam circa 1970. The rosewood top seems to float with a clean, geometric chrome base. Age-appropriate wear.A striking executive desk desig...
Chrome
$5,816
H 29.14 in W 65.75 in D 33.47 in
1960s Danish Cabinetmaker's Freestanding Classical Director's Desk in Hardwood
Located in London, GB
1960s Danish Cabinetmaker's Freestanding Classical Director's Desk of hardwood. Front with eight profiled drawers and two pull-out writing leaves. Reverse side with shelf, two drawer...
Hardwood
$5,981
H 29.93 in W 88.59 in D 31.5 in
Floating Edward Wormley for Dunbar Executive Extending Desks, 1970s
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Antwerp, BE
A rare and sleek Mid-Century Modern executive desks by Edward Wormley for Dunbar Furniture. The desks features stunning solid walnut grain and sleek midcentury design. The desk is fi...
Nutwood
Kaare Klint Desk of Mahogany for Rud, Rasmussen
By Kaare Klint, Rud Rasmussen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Kaare Klint desk of mahogany. Executed by Rud. Rasmussen. Reverse with paper label ‘RUD. RASMUSSEN/SNEDKERIER/COPENHAGEN/DENMARK and architect's monogrammed paper label.
Brass
1970s Vintage Leon Rosen for Pace Glass and Brass Desk
By Pace Collection, Leon Rosen
Located in Lake Worth, FL
For FULL item description click on "Read More" or "View More Details" below. Shipping Quote Information The shipping quote stated in the listing is from 1st Dibs and they normally set all the costs and handle all the shipping details. However, if you let us know what 1st Dibs is quoting you, and give us your zip code, we can usually ship it for less and get it to you faster. For a shipping quote, click on "ASK THE SELLER" under the purchase button and provide your zip code. Offering One Of Our Recent Palm Beach Estate Fine Furniture Acquisitions Of A 1970s Vintage Leon Rosen for Pace Glass and Brass...
Brass
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H 32.09 in W 70.48 in D 31.89 in
Ernest Igl for Wilhelm Werndl Directors Writing Desk in Fiberglass
By Wilhelm Werndl, Ernest Igl
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Ernest Igl for Wilhelm Werndl, Directors writing desk, fiberglass, carved wood, Germany, 1970s This design truly resembles the ethos ...
Fiberglass
Ernest Igl For Wilhelm Werndl Directors Desk, Germany 1970s
By Ernest Igl, Wilhelm Werndl
Located in ABCOUDE, UT
Rare Space Age Directors desk by Ernest Igl for Wilhelm Werndl, designed and produced in Germany, 1969. A futuristic design, with a clever rounded shaped construction, with plenty o...
Plastic
Ernest Igl Jet Corner Writing Desk For Wilhelm Werndl, 1970s
By Ernest Igl, Wilhelm Werndl
Located in ABCOUDE, UT
Extremely rare Space Age corner desk model “Jet” by Ernest Igl for Wilhelm Werndl designed and produced in Germany, 1969. A futuristic design, with a clever movable construction, al...
Fiberglass
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H 32.29 in W 70.87 in D 31.11 in
directors desk Igl Jet Top by Ernest Igl for Wilhelm Werndl - 1970s
By Ernest Igl, Wilhelm Werndl
Located in Saarbrücken, SL
Igl Jet Top directors desk made out of molded Baydur (Fiberglas) Strong shapes and practical inlays as well as the hidden storage space combines design & fun...
Fiberglass, Polystyrene
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H 29.14 in W 69.69 in D 33.47 in
Jet Desk / Igl-Jet by Ernest Igl aka Ernest Hoffmann for Wilhelm Werndl, 1970s
By Wilhelm Werndl, Ernest Igl
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
ernest “igl” hoffmann was on an artistic mission: in 1970, for example, he designed the legendary „igl jet desk” as a rebellion against „a style of furnit...
Metal
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H 29.53 in W 114.18 in D 31.11 in
Rare Ernest Igl Jet Corner Writing Desk for Wilhelm Werndl, 1970s
By Ernest Igl, Wilhelm Werndl
Located in ABCOUDE, UT
Extremely rare Space Age corner desk model "Jet" by Ernest Igl for Wilhelm Werndl. The movable construction of the desk, allowing to position it as one long item or as a corner desk makes the design both functional as interesting. Czech modern designer Ernest Igl was born in 1920 in Prague. After graduating from the Munich Academy of Visual Arts, he founded the IGL Studio in Munich. After World War II, he worked as a graphic designer, illustrator, and industrial designer. While information on Igl is limited, his 1970 Jet Desk and other designs have found renewed popularity recently, and have become true collectors items! Now is your chance to own this stunning desk and create the most unique space age office...
Fiberglass
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H 28.75 in W 111.42 in D 30.71 in
Rare Ernest Igl Jet Corner Writing Desk for Wilhelm Werndl, 1970s
By Ernest Igl, Wilhelm Werndl
Located in ABCOUDE, UT
Extremely rare Space Age corner desk model "Jet" by Ernest Igl for Wilhelm Werndl with matching modular cabinet. The movable construction of the desk, allowing to position it as one long item or as a corner desk makes the design both functional as interesting. Czech modern designer Ernest Igl was born in 1920 in Prague. After graduating from the Munich Academy of Visual Arts, he founded the IGL Studio in Munich. After World War II, he worked as a graphic designer, illustrator, and industrial designer. While information on Igl is limited, his 1970 Jet Desk...
Fiberglass
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H 28.75 in W 66.54 in D 30.71 in
Rare Ernest Igl Jet corner writing desk and freestanding cabinet for Werndl
By Ernest Igl, Wilhelm Werndl
Located in ABCOUDE, UT
Extremely rare Space Age corner desk model "Jet" by Ernest Igl for Wilhelm Werndl with matching modular cabinet. The movable construction of the desk, allowing to position it as one long item or as a corner desk makes the design both functional as interesting. The two sets of drawers reveal a large storage compartment to place personal belongings. The modular cabinet can be placed freestanding as wished, and even be made into multiple lower cabinets. Simply attach two shelves on top of each other with screws hidden under fiberglass caps, giving it the iconic Igl touch once again. Czech modern designer Ernest Igl was born in 1920 in Prague. After graduating from the Munich Academy of Visual Arts, he founded the IGL Studio in Munich. After World War II, he worked as a graphic designer, illustrator, and industrial designer. While information on Igl is limited, his 1970 Jet Desk...
Fiberglass, Wood
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H 32.29 in W 70.87 in D 32.29 in
Very Rare 1970s Fiberglass Directors Desk by Ernest Igl for Wilhelm Werndl
By Wilhelm Werndl, Ernest Igl
Located in Echt, NL
Beautiful Space Age directors desk by Ernest Igl for Wilhelm Werndl Completely restored, in very good condition. Body made of molded fiberglass, lacquered white. Carved wood drawers and writing surface in anthracite. Aluminum panel with ceramic inset trays and pen holders. The lockable writing surface can be opened and reveals a large storage compartment. On the inside of the compartment there is switch witch locks the drawers. Czech modern designer Ernest Igl was born in 1920 in Prague. After graduating from the Munich Academy of Visual Arts, he founded the IGL Studio in Munich. After World War II, he worked as a graphic designer, illustrator, and industrial designer. While information on Igl is limited, his 1970 Jet Desk...
Aluminum
Director's Desk by Ernest Igl for Wilhelm Werndl
By Ernest Igl, Wilhelm Werndl
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Rare Director's desk in fiberglass with rubberized drawers, push-up top and aluminum panel by Ernest Igl for Wilhelm Werndl, Germany, 197...
Ernest IGL "IGL Jet" Desk Limited Edition, Used in MIB III
By Ernest Igl
Located in Van Nuys, CA
In 1970 Ernest Igl designed the Jet desk, which became a cult object collected along with Eames and Herman Miller pieces. Here is an copper colored Igl des...