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Torbjorn Afdal executive desk in rosewood Bruksbo Norway 1960
$5,068.29List Price
About the Item
- Creator:Torbjørn Afdal (Designer),Bruksbo (Manufacturer)
- Dimensions:Height: 28.35 in (72 cm)Width: 59.06 in (150 cm)Depth: 31.5 in (80 cm)
- Style:Scandinavian Modern (In the Style Of)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:1960
- Condition:Refinished. Wear consistent with age and use. This stunning desk is in very good condition, the top is refinished with a high quality UV and water protective lacquer with preservation of authenticity.
- Seller Location:Etten-Leur, NL
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU5196245433072
Torbjørn Afdal
Torbjørn Afdal was one of the leading designers at Bruksbo Tegnekontor and in Scandinavia. Afdal became more well known when his furniture was bought by US first lady Jacqueline Kennedy and by the Japanese Emperor. In later years, he was granted the commission to design the parliamentary and chairs and tables to the courthouse in Oslo.
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