Campaign Tray Tables by Stewart MacDougall for Drexel, 1960s, Refinished, Signed

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Renowned designers Stewart MacDougall and Kipp Stewart created the folding campaign tray table for Drexel Furniture Company in the 1960s … Read more Renowned designers Stewart MacDougall and Kipp Stewart created the folding campaign tray table for Drexel Furniture Company in the 1960s as part of the 'Declaration' line of furniture. Constructed in walnut, with a removable tray top and a folding X-hinge base, this versatile piece encompasses the true nature of portable campaign furniture. See elegant details in the design, such as carved finials at each axis and carved handles on the trays. Each of these tables features a Drexel makers stamp underneath the tray along with date stamp, indicating that these are early productions of the design in the early to mid 1960s, perfect for collectors and interior designers.

This design has erupted in popularity in the decade. Initially popularized in the 18th century for military officers' use as they moved from camp to camp, MacDougall reinvented this utilitarian style in a completely new, sleek, midcentury modern light. Similar to Edward Wormley for Dunbar and Harvey Probber who also designed folding tray tables.

These occasional tables by Stewart MacDougal and Kipp Stewart for Drexel would work great in a Mid-Century Modern, Scandanavian Modern or Danish Modern home or penthouse apartment but could also look fantastic in a Contemporary or Post-Modern room. Also consider mixing it up in a Traditional, Transitional, Classical or Art Deco room with a splash of juxtaposition. Would also be an apt choice in a commercial project such as a hotel lobby lounge or members club, creative design studio or high-rise executive office.

MEASUREMENTS:
H 21.5" x W 21" x D 20"

CONDITION:
Excellent refinished condition ready for immediate use. See less