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Donald Deskey Machine Age Desk

About the Item

Rare desk in walnut and banded copper-plated aluminum, designed by Donald Deskey and produced by Ypsilanti Reed Furniture Company, circa 1929. A strong statement of Machine Age aesthetics, rare to the market. Ref: David Hanks, "Donald Deskey: Decorative Designs and Interiors," and Jonathan Woodman, "Twentieth Century Ornament." This example sold at Phillips New York "20-21st century Design Art," May 24, 2005, lot 67.
  • Creator:
    Donald Deskey (Designer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 27 in (68.58 cm)Width: 44 in (111.76 cm)Depth: 24 in (60.96 cm)
  • Style:
    Art Deco (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1929
  • Condition:
    Refinished. Wear consistent with age and use. In good overall condition; the walnut has been refinished; the metal shows wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    New York, NY
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU8285826485
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