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Straw Marquetry Desk, Manner of Jean-Michel Frank

$25,000
£18,896.90
€21,715.90
CA$34,812.35
A$38,727.31
CHF 20,301.34
MX$473,238.26
NOK 258,512.24
SEK 243,353.51
DKK 162,100.95
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Artist/Designer; Manufacturer: Jean-Michel Frank, manner of Marking(s); notes: no marking(s) apparent Country of origin; materials: wood, straw marquetry, brass Dimensions (H, W, D): 30.5"h, 55.25"w, 31.5"d Additional Information: The desk has four drawers and three keys. Executed in intricate straw marquetry, this desk draws direct inspiration from the iconic designs of Jean-Michel Frank — a pioneer of minimalist luxury whose work defined 1930s Parisian modernism. While not an original Frank piece, this desk was likely produced in the 1970s by a skilled artisan or workshop emulating his refined aesthetic. The complex marquetry technique, which involves hand-laying dyed straw in radiating patterns, results in a rich surface texture with iridescent depth. Elegant proportions, four streamlined drawers with brass pulls, and three original keys reflect a devotion to quiet sophistication. With its strong visual connection to Frank's timeless designs — often reinterpreted by contemporary designers such as Christian Liaigre and Hervé Van der Straeten — this piece is a collector-worthy homage to one of the most revered design vocabularies of the 20th century.
  • Similar to:
    Jean-Michel Frank (Artist)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 30.5 in (77.47 cm)Width: 55.25 in (140.34 cm)Depth: 30.5 in (77.47 cm)
  • Style:
    Art Deco (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    20th Century
  • Condition:
    Refinished. Wear consistent with age and use. good, refinished at sometime, minor loss/nicks to finish primarily around the drawers, several spots on top surface, wear consistent with age and light/moderate use.
  • Seller Location:
    Lake Worth Beach, FL
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU9652244067352

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