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Vista of California Floating Modernist Desk, 1950s

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Modern iron frame mid-century desk with floating mahogany top and drawers designed by D.R. Bates & Jackson Gregory Jr. for Vista of California. This hard-to-find vintage desk can be positioned with the drawers on either the right or left side of the sitting area. Width: 49.5 inches Height: 28.75 inches Depth: 22 inches Desk Top: 42" x 22" deep Good vintage condition with minor scuffs and marks as expected with age. Minor chipping to lower edge of bottom drawer. See photos. Shows very well. We currently have this Vista of California desk in our gallery paired with a pair of Danish iron & suede lounge chairs by Erik Ole Jorgensen, a Percival Lafer jacaranda coffee table and a patchwork rosewood credenza by Jorge Zalzsupin.
  • Creator:
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 28.75 in (73.03 cm)Width: 49.5 in (125.73 cm)Depth: 22 in (55.88 cm)
  • Style:
    Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1950s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Good vintage condition with minor scuffs and marks as expected with age. Minor chipping to lower edge of bottom drawer. See photos. Shows very well.
  • Seller Location:
    Los Angeles, CA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU7298241578312

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