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Lajos Kozma Art Nouveau Double-Sided Walnut and Rosewood Desk, 1930

Creator: Lajos Kozma
Offered by: Veneziani Arte srl

Description
This rare large double-sided desk was designed by Lajos (Ludwig) Kozma, who had an unprecedented influence on the European design through his drawings, buildings and furniture.

This desk has walnut and rosewood veneer and brass knobs. It has 18 drawers, nine each side, and each drawer comprises its own warded lock with brass keyhole escutcheon insert. The item is in its original condition with only some marks due to its latest restoration, 50 years ago.
It was part of a unique collection.

Literature:
Innen-Dekoration
Die gesamte wohnungskunst in bild und wort.
Herausgeber: Hofrat Alexander Koch.
XLII Jahrgang. Dezember heft. 1931.
Darmstadt. Verlagsanstalt Alexander Koch.
Page no. 457.

Interior-Decoration
The complete living-style in pictures and word
Publisher: Counselor Alexander Koch
42nd annual. December magazine 1931.
Darmstadt. Publishing House Alexander Koch.
Page no. 457

Measures: L x D x H
70 1/2 x 31 1/2 x 30 1/2 in
180 x 80 x 77.5 cm.

More Information

Period:	1920-1949
Materials:	Walnut. Rosewood.
Condition:	Good. Wear consistent with age and use.
Creation Date:	1929
Styles / Movements:	Modern, Art Nouveau
Incollect Reference #:	247774

Dimensions

W.	70.87 in;	H.	30.32 in;	D.	31.5 in;
W.	180.01 cm;	H.	77.01 cm;	D.	80.01 cm;

Message from Seller:

The VENEZIANI family comes from an important antique dealer’s dynasty, and has been active in this field since 1883, in Italy and across the the world. Our Gallery specializes in furniture, lighting, paintings and works of art, all of the highest quality, often including commissioned items of important provenance. At Galleria Veneziani,we search the world to gather the highest quality, distinctive antique home furnishings.