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Rare Mutenyé wood design desk by Jules Wabbes for Mobilier Universel 1960

$10,363.94
£7,713.85
€8,650
CA$14,196.01
A$15,789.06
CHF 8,244.56
MX$192,136.08
NOK 105,295.58
SEK 98,748.68
DKK 65,849.43
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Experience the elegance of mid-century modern design with the Jules Wabbes desk for Mobilier Universel. This piece is a testament to refined taste and meticulous craftsmanship produced in 1960. Beautifully designed desk by one of Belgium's most renowned designers Jules Wabbes. This piece is made for the Foncolin building, one of Wabbes first large prestigious office projects, the piece is recognizable by the exquisite wood-joints on each corner. Wabbes' experimental ways of approaching wood and techniques used during producing his furniture, were far ahead for his time. This desk with one drawer compartment is another great example of his style. Executed with a solid mutenyé wooden top made of sawn slats and a nickel-plated metal frame. Beautiful details are the half-round dovetail joints on the side of each corners. Excellent design and high-quality desk. The desk offers ample workspace and storage, with spacious drawers and compartments for all your essentials. Its sleek silhouette and refined details make it ideal for a home office, study, or executive workspace. Owning this desk means possessing a piece of design history. Wabbes' work is highly regarded in the world of mid-century modern furniture, making this desk a valuable collector's item that appreciates over time. This desk comes with free shipping included safely packed from Amsterdam to you.

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