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Bodil Kjaer Desk

$56,250
£42,602.20
€49,761.74
CA$80,520.88
A$81,624.20
CHF 46,425.44
MX$993,597.01
NOK 544,525.36
SEK 545,856.17
DKK 371,969.18

About the Item

A rare and early Bodil Kjaer desk in wenge by E. Pederson & Sons. The desk has four drawers with a chrome and brass key. Polished chrome-plated steel frame. Signed with applied manufacturer's label.
  • Creator:
    Bodil Kjaer (Designer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 28.5 in (72.39 cm)Width: 72.5 in (184.15 cm)Depth: 36 in (91.44 cm)
  • Style:
    Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1959
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    San Francisco, CA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: A07931stDibs: LU90863761042

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