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Maurice Calka Boomerang desk for Leleu-Deshays , France, 1970

$78,409.39
£57,459.65
€65,000
CA$107,612.97
A$113,702.71
CHF 61,158.77
MX$1,361,406.54
NOK 766,247.92
SEK 701,771.88
DKK 495,076.88

About the Item

When the furniture manufacturer Leleu-Deshays called on the Polish-born French sculptor Maurice Calka to design a desk in 1969, Calka deeply considered the assignment and created a sculpture destined to become the most important icon of the space age design era. Reinforced fiberglass frame, fiberglass drawers with metal runners, large drawer with key lock. This piece is in perfect condition and comes from a prominent private collection. Imprinted manufacturer's mark.
  • Creator:
    Maurice Calka (Designer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 29.53 in (75 cm)Width: 70.87 in (180 cm)Depth: 31.5 in (80 cm)
  • Style:
    Space Age (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1970
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Padova, IT
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU8777248459362

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