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antique desk with glossy wood finish and two red drawers
antique desk with striking red drawers in a stylish setting
Antique orange desk in a modern setting
Antique desk with an orange top and red drawers in a stylish setting.
Antique desk with a shiny surface and three red drawers.
antique desk with glossy wood finish and two red drawers
antique desk with striking red drawers in a stylish setting
Antique orange desk in a modern setting
Antique desk with an orange top and red drawers in a stylish setting.
Antique desk with a shiny surface and three red drawers.
Measure +
Height78 cm / 30.71 in
Width99 cm / 38.98 in
Depth59 cm / 23.23 in
Material French Polish, Wood
Country Italy
Store Balcarce 1084
Style / Information +

Style 1950s

  1. The furniture of the 1950s was a reflection of the era, marked by innovation, optimism, and functionality.


  1. Scandinavian design, with its emphasis on light wood and organic shapes, had a great impact.


  1. Italy maintained its tradition of high-quality craftsmanship, with a focus on attention to detail and the use of noble materials.


The most important Italian designers of the time are:

  1. Gio Ponti: he was one of the most influential designers of the era, known for his versatility and creativity. His "Superleggera" chair is an iconic example of Italian design from the 1950s. Italian furniture design of the 1950s was a golden age, marked by creativity, innovation, and artisanal quality.


  1. Iconic designs such as the Eames chair by American designers Charles and Ray Eames and the Barcelona chair by German architect and designer Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, in collaboration with Lilly Reich, became popular, characterized by their ergonomic shapes and innovative materials. In lighting, Poul Henningsen, a Danish designer who created the PH lamps, and Isamu Noguchi, of American origin, stand out.


  1. Coffee tables with organic shapes and glass surfaces were very popular at the time.


  1. In summary, the furniture of the 1950s was an expression of modernity, optimism, and functionality, and laid the foundations for many of the design trends we see today.
+ Style (Style 1950s)