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1930s Mahogany Circular Reception Desk / Bar, Attributed to Donald Deskey

$28,000
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£20,980.83
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€24,595.67
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About the Item

Circular Reception Desk / Bar, Attributed to Donald Deskey, Circa 1930s By repute, the reception desk came from Rockefeller Center. A masterwork example of American Art Deco/ Machine Age period furniture. This unique sculptural circular desk, (can be used as a dry bar) the top fitted with the original inset black glass, resting on the round conforming case, subtly crafted of stunning book-matched burled mahogany with satinwood inlaid upper and lower bands. Complete with a concealed swing entrance door, revealing a generous walk -in work space. The front is fitted with a level writing desk with an ingenious concealed mechanical fold in lower work desk, offering numerous optional uses, its perfect for a computer. The lower part of the desk is flanked to left is a pull out shelf, with four drawers. The right side is fitted with a pull out shelf, with three drawers. Raised on an ebonized pedestal base. * The Rockefeller Center provenance has not been officially confirmed and research is ongoing.
  • Attributed to:
    Donald Deskey (Designer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 40 in (101.6 cm)Diameter: 60 in (152.4 cm)
  • Style:
    Machine Age (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    20th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses.
  • Seller Location:
    West Palm Beach, FL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 8872 / SDHU5T24051stDibs: LU2592334049262

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