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Description
This vintage mid-century modern rosewood writing desk was designed by Jean Gillon for Italma Wood Art and made in Brazil …
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This vintage mid-century modern rosewood writing desk was designed by Jean Gillon for Italma Wood Art and made in Brazil circa 1960. The desk features a clean, minimalist design combining richly grained rosewood with a polished chrome-plated steel frame. The rectangular desk features rosewood desktop, side panels and front modesty panel supported by four squared metal legs with exposed fasteners and a distinctive architectural construction. A three-drawer cabinet on the right side features original curved chrome drawer pulls. Original Italma Wood Art manufacturer’s label reads: “Italma Wood Art. Handmade Jacaranda Wood. Design by Jean Gillon. Made in Brazil” with handwritten numbers F2/70.
Jean Gillon
Jean Gillon (1919–2007) was a Romanian-born architect, artist and furniture designer who settled in São Paulo, Brazil in 1956. An important figure in Brazilian modern design, Gillon established his furniture business in 1961 and developed a distinctive body of work combining modernist principles with traditional craftsmanship and fine hardwoods. His furniture gained international recognition during the 1960s and 1970s and remains highly collectible today.
CONDITION
Very good vintage condition with minor wear consistent with age and use. The top drawer lock is nonfunctional due to a broken partial key inside the mechanism.
DIMENSIONS
W 49.25” x D 31.5” x H 29.875”
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- Dimensions
- 49.25ʺW × 31.5ʺD × 29.88ʺH
- Table Shape
- Rectangle
- Brand
- Italma
- Designer
- Jean Gillon
- Period
- 1960s
- Country of Origin
- Brazil
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Chrome
- Rosewood
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Brown
- Condition Notes
- Very good vintage condition with minor wear consistent with age and use. The top drawer lock is nonfunctional due to … moreVery good vintage condition with minor wear consistent with age and use. The top drawer lock is nonfunctional due to a broken partial key inside the mechanism. less
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