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Chief Desk by Isamu Kenmochi, Japan, 1960s
$20,000
£15,259.51
€17,371.74
CA$28,110.22
A$30,899.98
CHF 16,222.35
MX$367,422.99
NOK 208,331.76
SEK 189,767.72
DKK 129,794.80
About the Item
Designed by Isamu Kenmochi for the Kyoto International Conference Center, this Chief Desk represents a landmark in Japanese modernist design.
Kenmochi’s work for ICC Kyoto — a monumental architectural project completed in 1966 — reflects his pursuit of harmony between structure, material, and human scale.
The desk’s form combines sculptural solidity with refined detailing: a wooden top of linear precision rests on a dark base accented by a brushed metal plinth. Its proportions evoke quiet authority, perfectly balancing functionality and artistic expression.
A refined piece of Japanese modern design, this desk remains fully functional for contemporary interiors while holding strong appeal for collectors and connoisseurs of 20th-century design.
- Creator:Isamu Kenmochi (Designer)
- Dimensions:Height: 29.53 in (75 cm)Width: 66.93 in (170 cm)Depth: 21.26 in (54 cm)
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- Date of Manufacture:1966
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Tokyo, JP
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU2614347099382
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