Victor Desk Sets

Creator: Victor

Three-Piece Art Deco Machine Age Cobalt Mirror and Chrome Desk Set by Victor

$1,245 / set

Three-Piece Art Deco Machine Age Cobalt Mirror and Chrome Desk Set by Victor

By Victor

Located in New York, NY

This sophisticated Art Deco Machine Age desk set was realized by the celebrated American maker, Victor, circa 1930. It features a inkwell/pen holder, a blotter and a clock. The inkwell offers a square body composed of translucent Lucite with a cylindrical depression in the centre intended for storing ink and a cobalt mirrored...

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1930s American Art Deco Vintage Victor Desk Sets

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Chrome

Art Deco Perpetual Desk Calendar Chrome and Bakelite 1920's

$439

H 1.58 in W 5.12 in D 2.05 in

Art Deco Perpetual Desk Calendar Chrome and Bakelite 1920's

Located in Reading, Berkshire

Stylish Art Deco Heavy Weight Perpetual Circa 1920's, With Art Deco Period Font. Accented with mint green bakelite idents A Timeless Addition To Any Office Or Desk Space

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1920s British Art Deco Vintage Victor Desk Sets

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Chrome

Desk Set in Elegant Art Deco from 1930s

$1,036 / set

H 2.96 in W 12.41 in D 4.34 in

Desk Set in Elegant Art Deco from 1930s

Located in Knivsta, SE

A very elegant desk set in art deco probably from 1930s or earlier. The desk set is made of patinated brass and consists of two parts. An ink stand with pen stand and a rocker blotter...

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1930s European Art Deco Vintage Victor Desk Sets

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Brass

1930s Art Deco Portoro Marble and Brass Italian Desk Set

$723 / set

H 3.94 in W 15.75 in D 9.45 in

1930s Art Deco Portoro Marble and Brass Italian Desk Set

Located in Aci Castello, IT

An art deco desk set manufactured in Italy in the Thirties, in original conditions with small signs of use and age, brass it's in original patina. Dimensions are of the Inkstand. Thi...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Victor Desk Sets

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Marble, Brass

Art Deco Macassar Wood and Chrome Desk Accessory Letter Holder, circa 1930

$1,300

H 5.69 in W 12.19 in D 7.88 in

Art Deco Macassar Wood and Chrome Desk Accessory Letter Holder, circa 1930

By Travail Francais

Located in Atlanta, GA

This exceptional Art Deco modernist desk accessory, meticulously crafted in France circa 1930, is a striking fusion of sophistication and utility. The stunning, bold geometric silhou...

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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Victor Desk Sets

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Metal, Chrome

Art Deco Style Chrome or Silveroid Desk Timepiece

$325

H 3.25 in W 3.25 in D 1.4 in

Art Deco Style Chrome or Silveroid Desk Timepiece

Located in Dallas, TX

Presenting a lovely Art Deco style chrome or silveroid desk timepiece. Probably made circa 1980. The case is a solid circular shaped chrome or sil...

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20th Century American Art Deco Victor Desk Sets

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Silver Plate, Chrome

Space Age Plastic Desk Set Organizer

$140Sale Price|20% Off

H 3.5 in W 8 in D 4 in

Space Age Plastic Desk Set Organizer

By Kartell

Located in San Diego, CA

Nice black & white Space Age plastic desk set organizer, circa 1970's great condition 2 pieces set great for envelopes, clips pens, etc.

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Late 20th Century North American Space Age Victor Desk Sets

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Plastic

Spanish Art Deco Alabaster Desk Lamp and Inkwell Set

$2,975

H 15 in W 14.5 in D 8 in

Spanish Art Deco Alabaster Desk Lamp and Inkwell Set

Located in Atlanta, GA

An unusual alabaster desk set with a working lamp, inkwell and blotter.

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1920s Spanish Art Deco Vintage Victor Desk Sets

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Alabaster

Art Deco Desk Set, By George Betjemann for Aspreys, London 1921

$2,489 / set

H 3.15 in W 9.06 in D 5.52 in

Art Deco Desk Set, By George Betjemann for Aspreys, London 1921

By George Betjemann & Sons

Located in Richmond, Surrey

Art Deco Onyx, Lapis & Silver Desk Set, By George Betjemann for Aspreys, London, 1921 This beautiful and rare Onyx and Lapis Lazuli desk set is a luxurious ensemble by George Betjem...

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1920s English Art Deco Vintage Victor Desk Sets

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Onyx

Art Deco Luxury Saddle Leather and Brass Desk Set, Italy, 1960

$650

H 10.25 in W 3.25 in D 1.7 in

Art Deco Luxury Saddle Leather and Brass Desk Set, Italy, 1960

By Hermès, Jacques Adnet

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Luxury Saddle Leather and Brass Desk Set. Jacque Adnet style Italian desk set scissors and letter opener with leather pouch. Classic and traditional luxury desk leather library set w...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Victor Desk Sets

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Metal, Brass

5 Piece Art Deco Griotte Marble Desk Set 1930s

$843 / set

H 5.91 in W 3.94 in D 5.12 in

5 Piece Art Deco Griotte Marble Desk Set 1930s

Located in Den Haag, NL

5 piece Art Deco desk set ,Solid Griotte Marble . Bookends Inkwell , paperweight and a blotter to dry your ink . Good condition .

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1930s Dutch Art Deco Vintage Victor Desk Sets

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Griotte Marble

Antique Art Deco Black Marble Five Piece Desk Set with Chrome & Brass Accents

$799 / set

H 4.5 in W 7.5 in D 7 in

Antique Art Deco Black Marble Five Piece Desk Set with Chrome & Brass Accents

Located in Hamilton, Ontario

This antique desk set is unsigned, but presumed to have originated from the United States and date to approximately 1920 and done in the period Art De...

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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Victor Desk Sets

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Marble, Chrome

Venetian Model Desk Set by Tiffany & Co., Gilded Bronze, Art Deco

$21,000 / set

H 6.11 in W 3.15 in D 10.04 in

Venetian Model Desk Set by Tiffany & Co., Gilded Bronze, Art Deco

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

Desk set made of gilded bronze (Ormolu) composed of 14 “Venetian” model pieces, made by TIFFANY & Co, (1837 - present). Signed TIFFANY STUDIOS, NEW YORK, 1647. United States, CIRCA ...

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1910s American Art Deco Vintage Victor Desk Sets

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Bronze

Victor desk sets for sale on 1stDibs.

Victor desk sets are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of plastic and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Victor desk sets, although blue editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original desk sets by Victor were created in the Art Deco style in united states during the 1930s. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider desk sets by Tiffany Studios, and Eastman Kodak. Prices for Victor desk sets can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $1,245 and can go as high as $1,245, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $1,245.

Questions About Victor Desk Sets

Who is Victor Vasarely?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
Victor Vasarely was a Hungarian-French artist best known for his Op art. By combining principles of geometry with artistic techniques, he produced two-dimensional works with incredible depth. Some even seem to move on the canvas. Vasarely also made sculptures, collages and decorative accents. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Victor Vasarely art.
Where is Victor Vasarely from?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
Victor Vasarely was originally from Hungary. He was born in Pécs on April 9, 1906. His family moved to Piešťany, Slovakia, during his childhood, and he attended medical and art schools in Budapest, Hungary. In 1930, Vasarely relocated to Paris, France, and lived there until his death on March 15, 1997. On 1stDibs, find a variety of Victor Vasarely art.
How do I pronounce Victor Vasarely?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
To pronounce Victor Vasarely, say "VIK-tr va-sr-EH-lee." His first name and surname are Hungarian. The artist, known as one of the pioneers of Op art, was born in Pécs, Hungary, on April 9, 1906. Find a variety of Victor Vasarely art on 1stDibs.
When was Victor Vasarely born?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
Victor Vasarely was born in Pécs, Hungary, on April 9, 1906. Over the course of his life, he lived in Piešťany, Slovakia; Budapest, Hungary; and Paris, France. He died in Paris on March 15, 1997. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Victor Vasarely art.
Where is Zebra by Victor Vasarely?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Victor Vasarely's famous painting Zebra is on display at the Pompidou Centre in Paris, France. He painted the piece in 1937. You can see elements of the Op art style that Vasarely would later become famous for taking shape in the painting. On 1stDibs, find a range of Victor Vasarely art.
What inspired Victor Vasarely?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
Many things inspired Victor Vasarely over the course of his life. The color theory of Josef Albers, and the Constructivist methods of Wassily Kandinsky greatly influenced his work. He also found inspiration in the geometry of the natural world, particularly in the landscapes of Breton Beach of Belle Isle in France. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Victor Vasarely art.
What was Victor Horta known for?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Victor Horta was known as a pioneer of the Art Nouveau movement, and would go on to translate his design work into architecture. One of his most famous architectural designs is the Tassel House in Brussels. Shop a selection of Victor Horta pieces from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.
What are some facts about Victor Vasarely?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
One key fact about Victor Vasarely is that he is considered the grandfather of Op art due to his eye-popping geometric abstractions that play with the viewer’s perception of depth, perspective and motion. He was born in Pécs, Austria-Hungary, on April 9, 1906, and began studying medicine at the Eötvös Loránd University in 1925 with the hope of one day becoming a doctor. Two years later, he shifted gears and enrolled in a painting course at the Podolini-Volkmann Academy. In the 1960s, he developed an alphabet plastique, or fine art alphabet, consisting of elementary visual building blocks that could be used in endless combinations to create original compositions. One final fact is that both Hungary and France have issued postage stamps featuring his artwork. On 1stDibs, explore a range of Victor Vasarely art.
What are some facts about Victor Vasarely's art?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024
Here are some facts about Victor Vasarely's art. First, his work contributed to the development of Op art and consisted largely of eye-popping geometric abstractions that play with the viewer's perception of depth, perspective and motion. A classic example is the 1937 Zebra, which consists of undulating black and white stripes that suggest the form of the titular animal through optical trickery. The work is often credited as the earliest Op art painting. Vasarely wasn't just attempting to fool the eye; he wanted to "democratize" art by producing work in large editions at reasonable prices and with themes that were understandable across national and cultural boundaries. Also, Vasarely developed an alphabet plastique, or fine art alphabet, consisting of elementary visual building blocks that could be used in endless combinations to create original compositions. By employing this universal visual vocabulary and stripping away topical references, he sought to create what he called a "Planetary Folklore." On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Victor Vasarely art.
What type of art did Victor Vasarely do?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Victor Vasarely was an artist, working in painting, sculptures and collages. His vibrant, geometric pieces earned him the nickname of ‘grandfather’ of the Op Art movement. Shop a selection of Victor Vasarely’s pieces from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.
What is Victor Vasarely best known for?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024
Victor Vasarely is best known for producing sculptures and paintings with a grid-like appearance. The Hungarian-French artist first began to create these works in 1960, aiming to play with how viewers perceive depth and form. These works demonstrated that kinetic art could be two-dimensional and evoke a sense of movement despite remaining stationary. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Victor Vasarely art.
What is Victor Vaserly’s most outstanding work?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Victor Vasarely created a wide range of work that is widely credited as some of the earliest examples of Op art. His most famous piece is Zebras, painted in 1937. Find a number of Op art and prints on 1stDibs.
What are the names of some artworks by Victor Vasarely?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024
The name of one of the most well-known artworks by Victor Vasarely is Zebra. He produced the piece in 1937, and it depicts two zebras with bold black stripes that seem to undulate before the eye. Other acclaimed works by the Hungarian-French artist include Vega-Nor, Tekers MC, Keple-Gestalt, The Chess Board, Vonal-Stri, Vega 200 and Orion Gris. Explore a collection of Victor Vasarely art on 1stDibs.
What materials did Victor Vasarely use?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
Victor Vasarely used a variety of materials to produce his art. He painted with both oils and acrylics and usually used canvas as the base of his works. Many of his sculptures feature lucite and glass. On 1stDibs, find a collection of Victor Vasarely art.
What was Victor Vasarely’s most famous piece?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
Many historians identify Zebras as Victor Vasarely's most famous piece. He painted the work in 1937. Some of his most famous Op art compositions include Tridim, Vega-Nor, Denfert and Cheyt-M. On 1stDibs, find a range of Victor Vasarely art.
Is Victor Vasarely an abstract artist?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
Yes, Victor Vasarely was an abstract artist. Specifically, he was a part of the Op art movement, which focused on depicting two-dimensional abstract images that appear three-dimensional. His best known works include Zebras, Tridim, Vega-Nor, Denfert and Cheyt-M. Find a collection of Victor Vasarely art on 1stDibs.
How did Victor Vasarely create his art?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
How Victor Vasarely created his art varied. For his paintings, the Op artist typically used canvas as a base, painstakingly adding geometric forms in oil and acrylic paint. When producing sculptures, Vasarely often used lucite and glass to give his works a feeling of depth and luminosity. On 1stDibs, find a variety of Victor Vasarely art.
Where is EJ Victor furniture made?
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1stDibs ExpertJanuary 10, 2025
EJ Victor furniture is made in the USA. Specifically, the furniture maker has its factory in Morganton, North Carolina. Edward W. Phifer III, Joseph B. Manderson and John Victor Jokinen founded the company there in 1990. Find a diverse assortment of EJ Victor furniture on 1stDibs.
How did Victor Vasarely make Op art?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
Victor Vasarely produced Op art by employing principles of physics and geometry. He painted his works by hand with oils and acrylics on canvas in a way that made the images seem three-dimensional and capable of movement. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Victor Vasarely art.
How many paintings did Victor Vasarely paint?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
The exact number of paintings Victor Vasarely painted is unknown. However, historians know of more than 1,000 works produced by the artist over the course of his life. In addition to paintings, he produced sculptures, collages and decorative objects. On 1stDibs, shop a range of Victor Vasarely art.