Slaidburn Desk from Beithcraft, 1960s

Description

This mid-century modern desk, crafted by Beithcraft, exudes refined elegance. Based in Scotland, Beithcraft is known for its craftsmanship and … more This mid-century modern desk, crafted by Beithcraft, exudes refined elegance. Based in Scotland, Beithcraft is known for its craftsmanship and stylish furniture that combines functional aesthetics. The desk, made of teak and teak noble veneer, has a warm, natural appearance and has been restored to a very well-maintained condition while retaining the original character and some light traces of use. Mid-century modern design, popular from the 1950s to the 1970s, is characterized by clean lines, minimalist use of materials and an organic approach to form. This desk embodies that style perfectly. The construction of the base is special with its unique, curved and crossed shape, which adds both stability and a sculptural element. The design includes two sets of two drawers on either side, each with stylish handles, and open compartments above for extra storage space. This makes the desk not only visually attractive, but also very functional. The versatility of this piece makes it suitable for a variety of popular home styles, from modern to eclectic and Scandinavian. The desk is an exclusive designer item that adds a touch of timeless elegance in both a home environment and an office. A perfect combination of form and function, suitable for any lover of mid-century modern design. The desk has been neatly raised to a contemporary height using solid teak blocks with rounded corners, which can always be restored to the original if desired. About the manufacturer and its designers. Until the early 1960s, Beithcraft produced very traditional furniture, such as Queen Anne style furniture in walnut. When Frank Guille started designing for Beithcraft, everything changed and they started making the modern furniture for which they are still famous. Guille also designed for Kandya and Austinsuite and had modern influences from Britain and Denmark, and was trained by Robin Day and Kaare Klint. In the early 1960s Val Rossi designed for A.H. McIntosh under the direction of Tom Robertson. Around 1963/64, Rossi took over from Guille at Beithcraft and designed most of the coveted Beithcraft "crosslegs" furniture that is popular worldwide. In the 1970s, Beithcraft was acquired by McIntosh, while Rossi was still working for them. Towards the end of the 1970s, tastes changed again and demand for Rossi's beautiful designs unfortunately waned. The factory closed in the 1980s, the last in the region.

Country of origin: Scotland
Manufacturer: Beithcraft

Height: 75.5 cm
Legroom height: 74 cm
Width: 151 cm
Width: legroom: 62 cm
Depth: 42 cm


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