Mid Century Danish Teak Drafting Desk

Description

A desk with incredible form and presence. This attractive original Danish Modern desk by Nordisk Andels-Eksport made in Denmark, features a rectangle frame with a drafting tiltable tabletop, above two spacious drawers to left and an open storage cubbie to the right. The adjustable desktop glides smoothly and can be tilted at an angle range of 0-50° allowing a large workspace with durable pencil ledge. It can work as a regular desktop or a professional drafting table. This is a truly unique desk. The top is crafted with original teak surface throughout, with a rich and glowing patina. A fully finished back and the finished back side makes this desk ideal for placement in an open floor plan, making it a great focal point, Wonderful distinctive sculptural shape. Makers label present (Nordisk Andels-Eksport made in Denmark). The warm teak surface is most attractive. Absolute strike point classic modernist quality and design piece for the modern interior.
Condition Report: Construction is stable and sturdy; rich teak color and patina. Drawers and expanding top slide open smoothly; the base is tight level and supportive, interior is clean.

Creator: Nordisk Andels Eksport (Maker)
Place of Origin: Denmark
Date of Manufacture: circa 1970s
Period: 20th Century
Materials and Techniques: Teak
Condition: Great vintage condition
Wear: Wear consistent with age and use
Measurements: 51 1/2″ wide x 24″ deep x 29″ tall