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Karl Springer "Chinese Parson Style Desk" in Exquisite Shagreen Lacquer 1980s

$12,000
£8,920.63
€10,443.17
CA$16,781.65
A$18,738.52
CHF 9,774.52
MX$230,418
NOK 123,366.65
SEK 116,145.36
DKK 77,906.07
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About the Item

Meticulously crafted "Chinese Parson Style Desk" in artisan shagreen and bone lacquer in beige and ivory with inset brass trim sabots by Karl Springer, American 1980's. Drawer is lined in silk moiré. As with all Karl Springer pieces, this desk is exceptionally crafted and incredibly chic. Reference: Karl Springer Red Binder Catalog published in the 1980’s, section titled “desks & consoles”, on page 3 is a photo of this model desk with the title “KARL SPRINGER LTD CHINESE PARSON STYLE DESK (page) 3.”
  • Creator:
    Karl Springer (Designer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 30 in (76.2 cm)Width: 42 in (106.68 cm)Depth: 30 in (76.2 cm)
  • Style:
    Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
    1980-1989
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1980s
  • Condition:
  • Seller Location:
    New York, NY
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: desk1271stDibs: LU783841936852

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