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John Vesey Mid-Century Modern Desk or Bureau plat. Steel and Bronze
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Description
Mid-Century Modern bronze and steel writing desk, or bureau plat designed by John Vesey (American 1924-1992). Made in the grand neoclassical French Louis XVI taste featuring Steel construction over wood with gilt bronze trim and an iconic profile. The desk is fronted by three storage drawers that open to reveal an impressive construction with a fitted velour lining. The top of the case is fitted with a black tooled leather inset having gilt borders. The table is supported by elegant fluted columns ending with square bronze feet. Each column is bronze mounted on top with bronze swag decorating the corners. This desk was custom made for the client whos initials lay atop the leather.
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More Information
Documentation: Documented elsewhere (similar item) Period: 1950-1979 Condition: Leather top with scratches and marks as one would expect. Styles / Movements: Modern, Mid Century Dealer Reference #: 101-3383 Incollect Reference #: 618636
Message from Seller:
GREENWICH LIVING DESIGN (est. 1975) is an Antique and 20th Century Art & Design Gallery located in Stamford, CT for over 30 years. Our gallery carries rare and important design objects by both iconic and lesser-known designers from the 18th to the 20th Century – with a focus on 20th Century French design. Recent installations feature Pierre Jeanneret, Maison Jansen, Gio Ponti, Phillip & Kelvin LaVerne, Warren Platner, Ueli Berger, Massimo Vignelli, and many more.