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Details
- Dimensions
- 70.87ʺW × 35.43ʺD × 26.77ʺH
- Designer
- Poul Kjærholm
- Period
- 1960s
- Country of Origin
- Denmark
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
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- Materials
- Metal
- Wood
- Condition
- Good Condition, Unknown, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Brown
- Condition Notes
- Very Good — This vintage item has no defects, but it may show slight traces of use\. Wear consistent with … moreVery Good — This vintage item has no defects, but it may show slight traces of use\. Wear consistent with age and use less
- Description
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Experience the beauty of Scandinavian design with this stunning professors desk by Poul Kjaerholm, manufactured by Rud Rasmussen in Denmark. …
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Experience the beauty of Scandinavian design with this stunning professors desk by Poul Kjaerholm, manufactured by Rud Rasmussen in Denmark. The sleek wood and linoleum tabletop paired with lacquered metal legs create a modern yet timeless aesthetic. Poul Kjaerholm, a renowned Danish designer, began his career as a cabinetmaker's apprentice in 1948 and went on to study at the Danish School of Arts & Crafts in Copenhagen. with his natural authority and exceptional talent, Kjaerholm also became a respected educator. This desk, in good original condition with minor wear consistent with age and use, preserves a beautiful patina that highlights its exquisite craftsmanship. Elevate your workspace and collection with this exclusive and rare piece. _____ Professors desk designed by Poul Kjaerholm manufactured by Rud Rasmussen in Denmark. Wood and linoleum tabletop and lacquered metal legs In good original condition, with minor wear consistent with age and use, preserving a beautiful patina. Poul Kjærholm (8 January 1929–18 April 1980) was a Danish designer. Born in Øster Vrå, Denmark, Kjærholm began as a cabinetmaker's apprentice with Gronbech in 1948, going on to the Danish School of Arts & Crafts in Copenhagen in 1952. In 1953, he married Hanne Kjærholm who became a successful architect. He was very articulate and with his natural authority he started an outstanding career as an educator in the same year (1952) but continued to study with Prof. Erik Herløw and Prof. Palle Suenson. This piece is attributed to the mentioned designer/maker. It has no attribution mark and no
official proof of authenticity,
however it is well documented in design history. I take full responsibility for any authenticity
issues arising from misattribution less
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