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Fine French 1950s Leather Covered Desk and Chairs by Jacques Adnet

Creator: Jacques Adnet
Offered by: Conjeaud & Chappey LLC

Description
Fine French 1950s Leather Covered Desk and Chairs by Jacques Adnet
France
circa 1955

Jacques Adnet (1900 – 1984) – A fine French mid-century leather-covered curved desk with patinated metal details, a compass style cherry frame with tapered legs finished with silver-plated sabots.

The matching cherry desk armchair is also covered with leather (same batch), with tapered legs and silver-plated sabots.

Provenance: The estate of Nelly Kaplan & Claude Makovski

Documentation: Mobilier et Decoration March 1958

A second cherry wood armchair and ottoman are also available, different provenance. We have additional leather from the above batch if desired (this armchair and ottoman are not included in this listing).

Condition
Good condition. Refinished. The leather has been entirely replaced and the chair has been re-upholstered with the same leather.
The wood part has been refinished (wear consistent with age and use).

Measurements

Desk :
Height: 28.88 in (73.36 cm)
Width: 59 in (149.86 cm)
Depth: 29.25 in (74.3 cm)

Dimensions of the desk chair are: H 33 1/2″ x W 22 1/2″ x D 25 1/4″

Specifications
Number of items: 2
Reference: 2231

More Information

Documentation:	Documented elsewhere (similar item)
Origin:	France
Period:	1950-1979
Condition:	Good. Good condition. Refinished. The leather has been entirely replaced and the chair has been re-upholstered with the same leather.
Styles / Movements:	Modern, Mid Century
Dealer Reference #:	2231
Incollect Reference #:	674960

Dimensions

W.	59 in;	H.	28.88 in;	D.	29.25 in;
W.	149.86 cm;	H.	73.36 cm;	D.	74.3 cm;

Seat H.	19.3 in;
Seat H.	49.02 cm;

Message from Seller:

Conjeaud & Chappey LLC was founded in 2000 by Hervé Conjeaud and Jean-Marie Chappey. The partners initially met at the renowned Vanves Flea Market in Paris, France, where their appreciation for fine furniture and objects was born and developed.