Skip to main content
Want more images or videos?
Request additional images or videos from the seller
1 of 10

Art Deco Robin's Egg Blue Lacquer & Brushed Aluminum Desk by Donald Deskey

About the Item

Introduce a piece of design history into your office or home with this stunning Art Deco Streamlined Desk, designed by the famed American designer Donald Deskey circa 1930. This remarkable desk showcases the sleek and sophisticated aesthetic of the Art Deco period, featuring a stylish robin's egg blue lacquer finish that adds a pop of color and elegance. This is the original color chosen by Deskey, which has been restored to its original vibrance. The desk is further enhanced by brushed aluminum pulls, which provide an eye-catching contrast and emphasize the streamlined, modern design. This piece will also serve as a beautiful and highly functional vanity. Fitted with a black vitrolite glass top. Donald Deskey, renowned for his contributions to American design and his role in the development of the Art Deco style, meticulously designed this piece to combine functionality with striking visual appeal. In excellent condition, this desk not only serves as a functional workspace but also a statement piece that reflects true vintage charm and extraordinary craftsmanship. It is perfect for any sophisticated interior looking to celebrate the timeless elegance of the Art Deco era. In Mint Restored Condition. American, Circa 1930 Dimensions: Height: 30" x Width: 50" x Depth: 19.5"
  • Creator:
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 30 in (76.2 cm)Width: 50 in (127 cm)Depth: 19.5 in (49.53 cm)
  • Style:
    Art Deco (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Aluminum,Lacquer,Vitrolite
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1930
  • Condition:
    Refinished.
  • Seller Location:
    New York, NY
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU793443675702

More From This Seller

View All
Art Deco Robin's Egg Blue Lacquer & Brushed Aluminum High Chest by Donald Deskey
By Donald Deskey
Located in New York, NY
Enhance your interior with this iconic Art Deco Streamlined High Chest, designed by the illustrious Donald Deskey, circa 1930. This American-made piece exemplifies Deskey's signature...
Category

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Dressers

Materials

Aluminum

Art Deco Glass Ball, Polished Chrome & Black Enamel Andirons by Donald Deskey
By Donald Deskey
Located in New York, NY
These beautiful and important Art Deco Machine Age andirons were realized by the legendary Donald Deskey- the luminary designer behind Radio City Music Hall- in the United States cir...
Category

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Enamel, Chrome

Art Deco Table Lamp in Black Lacquer W/Chrome Detailing after Donald Deskey
Located in New York, NY
This Art Deco Table Lamp in Black Lacquer w/ Chrome Detailing after Donald Deskey originates from the United States, Circa 1935. Features a circular body finished in gleaming black l...
Category

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Pair of MidCentury Polished Brass & Enamel Buckle Form Andirons by Donald Deskey
By Donald Deskey
Located in New York, NY
This dynamic yet reserved Pair of Mid-Century Modernist Buckle Form Andirons in Polished Brass & Black Enamel are by the esteemed designer Donald Deskey, originating from the United ...
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Brass, Enamel

Mid-Century Brass & Bronze Stacked Scroll Andirons by Donald Deskey for Bennet
By Bennett Co., Donald Deskey
Located in New York, NY
This unique and sophisticated Pair of Mid-Century Modernist Stacked Scroll form Andirons in Brass & Bronze W/ Faux Bois Textural Detailing by Donald Deskey for Bennet originates from...
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Brass, Bronze

Art Deco "Palma" Torchiere in Glass & Brushed Aluminum by Walter Von Nessen
Located in New York, NY
This stunning Art Deco torchiere was realized by the legendary Walter Von Nessen in the United States circa 1940. Executed in polished aluminum (the material for which Von Nessen is ...
Category

Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum

You May Also Like

Rockefeller Center* Circular Reception Desk / Bar, Attrib. Donald Deskey
By Donald Deskey
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Rockefeller Center* Circular Reception Desk / Bar, Attrib. Donald Deskey USA, Circa 1930s Attributed to Donald Deskey for Rockefeller Center A masterwork example of American Art...
Category

Vintage 1930s American Machine Age Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Donald Deskey Attributed Art Deco Chrome and Black Lacquer Console Table, 1930s
By Donald Deskey, Gilbert Rohde
Located in Miami, FL
Machine age streamline Art Deco console table rendered in a black lacquered wood base and top supported by a chrome plated steel inverted parabola with single drawer and chrome pull....
Category

Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Console Tables

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Donald Deskey Style Modernist Art Deco Console Table
By Donald Deskey
Located in Hampstead, QC
A magnificent Art Deco console table in the style of Donald Deskey featuring two concentric circular chromed metal flat iron bars mounted on two unusual and splendidly-shaped chromed...
Category

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Console Tables

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Art Deco Folding Bar Cart Attributed to Donald Deskey
By Donald Deskey
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This stunning, American-made Art Deco, folding bar serving cart is attributed to the American Designer Donald Deskey.  Simply elegant with its black lacquered wood frame and aluminum...
Category

Early 20th Century American Art Deco Carts and Bar Carts

Materials

Aluminum

Donald Deskey Style Art Deco Machine Age Side Table
By Donald Deskey
Located in Ferndale, MI
Flat band steel with cylinder bases support solid maple top. Top has been restored base is in original patina finish.
Category

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Side Tables

Materials

Steel

Donald Deskey Art Deco Vanity for Widdicomb circa 1930s
By Donald Deskey
Located in Atlanta, GA
Streamlined Art Deco Vanity, designed by Donald Deskey for Widdicomb, American, circa 1930s. This is piece is currently being refinished and can be completed in your choice of color....
Category

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Vanities

Materials

Metal

Recently Viewed

View All