Desk, mid 20th century design.

Rosewood. Needs refinishing.

Measurements: 76 x…
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Desk, mid 20th century design. Rosewood. Needs refinishing. Measurements: 76 x 152 x 85 cm. Desk made entirely of rosewood, with a design of refined shapes, regular straight lines and rounded volumes, which contrast expressively with the beautiful natural grain of the wood, with sinuous, organic lines. It consists of a rectangular, sharp-edged tabletop, raised on two side frames made up of two straight, rectangular legs, joined together by a lower footing of the same shape, and a half-height crossbar, which reinforces the construction. The back of the cabinet is closed with three doors, two simple side doors and a central one that acts as a hinged lid, each with an independent lock. Two drawer units are located at the front, on either side of the central leg compartment. Each side body has three drawers with smooth, moulded fronts and a recessed handle, made from the same wood.

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Desk, mid 20th century design.

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