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Serge Chermayeff One-of-a-Kind Curved Desk from the BBC Building 1930s

About the Item

Spectacular one-of-a-kind curved desk designed by Serge Chermayeff circa 1933 for the BBC building in Manchester, England. This is the original desk that came out of that building. Mahogany frame. Tubluar copper base with verdigris patina. Copper pulls also with verdigris patina. Three locking drawers on one side, open shelves on the opposite side. Truly unique design, absolutely jaw-dropping form, wonderful scale, and outstanding presence. A rare opportunity to own an investment worthy piece of history by one of the leading architects of the time.

Creator:

Serge Chermayeff (Designer)

Dimensions:

Height: 30.5 in (77.47 cm)Width: 76.5 in (194.31 cm)Depth: 32 in (81.28 cm)

Style:

Bauhaus (Of the Period)

Materials and Techniques:

Copper,Mahogany

Place of Origin:

United States

Period:

1930-1939

Date of Manufacture:

1933

Condition:

Refinished. Wear consistent with age and use. The desk was refinished and repainted and the top re-veneered about 10 years ago. It shows light cosmetic wear consistent with 10 years of use.

Seller Location:

Coronado, CA

Reference Number:

1stDibs: LU8105232485112

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