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John Van Koert for Drexel Profile Vintage Mid Century Modern Desk c. 1960s

John Van Koert for Drexel Profile Vintage Mid Century Modern Desk c. 1960s

John Van Koert for Drexel Profile Desk

c. 1960s

Size44 W × 20¾ D × 29¾ H in
MaterialWalnut, Pecan
ShippingUsually $200 to $600 and 2 to 8 weeks. White glove on most United States deliveries.
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Dimensions
29.75" H x 44" W x 20.75" D
Material
Walnut, Pecan

Experience the seamless blend of form and function with the Drexel Profile desk, a creation by esteemed designer John Van Koert. This piece, fashioned from walnut and pecan woods, boasts a design that's as much a work of art as it is a furniture item. The desk's curves and contours are a testament to Van Koert's background in jewelry design, evident in the flower petal-shaped drawer pulls that add a delicate, organic touch to the piece.

True to Van Koert's design philosophy for the Profile collection, the desk features gentle, flowing lines with an absence of harsh angles, presenting a harmonious profile from every perspective. Practicality is woven into its design, with three drawers that offer ample storage solutions, including a file drawer equipped with a lip for hanging folders. In a nod to the Bauhaus tradition of minimalism, the top center drawer eschews hardware, enhancing the desk's sleek appearance. Crafted between 1955-1961, this desk not only serves the practical needs of the modern user but also stands as a collector's piece that embodies the mid-century modern aesthetic.

Learn more in our Drexel Furniture Collector's Guide.

Condition

As pictured: cleaned, with drawers, doors and structure in working order. The original finish and its wear are left as they are.

Restored: fully refinished in our New Jersey workshop. The old finish is removed, chips and scratches are repaired, and the piece is sanded, stained, glazed, toned and lacquered by hand, with drawers, doors and hardware adjusted to run smoothly. Most restorations take 4 to 8 weeks before shipping. Some are quicker and some take longer, depending on the piece, and we'll give you an estimate when you order. See our restoration process

Some pieces are only sold restored, and lighting and upholstered pieces are only sold as pictured.

Every piece is one of a kind and sold as a final sale, so ask us anything before you buy.

Shipping and delivery

White glove delivery on most orders in the United States, usually $200 to $600 and 2 to 8 weeks from your order. Worldwide shipping in a custom crate, 2 to 4 months. Local pickup from our warehouse in Denville, New Jersey, and within about 50 miles we may be able to deliver it ourselves at a reduced rate.

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