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Jens Risom Solid Wood Desk, Denmark, 1960s

$4,400
£3,264.97
€3,803.24
CA$6,124.83
A$6,820.55
CHF 3,549.72
MX$84,096.59
NOK 45,208.41
SEK 42,491.52
DKK 28,376.91
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Jens Risom: wood desk, manufactured by Risom Design. 1960s. This nicely shaped Jens Risom desk has a well sized desktop, two drawer units with drawers and a pull-out leaf with glass top on each side. An internal lock allows you to lock the drawers with a key. The black steel drawer handles are mounted onto chrome rings and have a minimal design. The desk has cylindrical legs and refined adjustable feet. The back legs are a bit detached from the drawers which give the desk an open look to what otherwise would have been a quite solid / closed desk. The wood of the desk has a wonderful grain, that has come out beautifully over the years. It was manufactured by Risom Designi in the 1960s. Condition: In good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use. Minor marks and scratches. One key is enclosed. Some drawers don’t come out totally fluid. Manufactured by Risom Design. Dimensions: 66.93 in. W x 35.44 in. D x 28.75 in. H 170 cm W x 90 cm D x 73 cm H Shipping: This solid wood desk will be packed and shipped with the greatest care to make sure you will receive the item in gallery condition. Complimentary shipping within the Netherlands.
  • Creator:
    Jens Risom (Designer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 28.75 in (73 cm)Width: 66.93 in (170 cm)Depth: 35.44 in (90 cm)
  • Style:
    Scandinavian Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1960s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor marks and scratches. One key is enclosed. Some drawers don’t come out totally fluid. Manufactured by Risom Design.
  • Seller Location:
    Utrecht, NL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 201902011stDibs: LU2947329952452

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