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Rare Desk H-55 by Åke Hassbjer in teak and steel base, 1950s

$5,411.52
£3,938.98
€4,500
CA$7,365.62
A$8,238.91
CHF 4,287.58
MX$101,423.79
NOK 54,546.87
SEK 51,175.71
DKK 34,245.98
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About the Item

Very rare desk of Åke Hassbjer! During his career, Åke Hassbjer would create models and environments for several different manufacturers. He has designed several pieces of furniture for, among others, DUX. Already in the mid-1950s, he designed furniture that was at the forefront of the Swedish furniture industry. From this time, his desk H-55, made by Oscar Edv, is seen here. Ekelund's Carpentry Factory in Virserum. The teak-shod legs are an example of the furniture manufacturer's fine quality. The table is designed so that you can remove the storage with drawers if you want and just use the desk without it.
  • Creator:
    Oscar Edv. Ekelund (Maker)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 28.75 in (73 cm)Width: 63 in (160 cm)Depth: 33.47 in (85 cm)
  • Style:
    Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Unknown
  • Condition:
    Refinished. Wear consistent with age and use. The whole table has been Refinished.
  • Seller Location:
    Göteborg, SE
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU8878238325632

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