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EU01 Japanese Series Desk by Cees Braakman for Pastoe, 1950s
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ProfessionalMill, NetherlandsOn Whoppah since May 2020 • 4 sales
Product description
An icon of 1950s Dutch design, this EU01 desk, created by Dutch designer Cees Braakman for Pastoe, is part of the famous “Japanese Series,” a collection that has become emblematic of European modernist furniture. Produced in the late 1950s, this vintage desk captivates with its perfect balance of Japanese minimalism, modernist lines, and Scandinavian functionality. Its restored teak top, finished with a new eco-label varnish, exudes warmth and contrasts elegantly with its black metal frame featuring airy lines—a hallmark of Cees Braakman’s work. The EU01 model stands out for its black recessed handles, its drawers with their intricate curves, and the slenderness of its tubular legs. A true collector’s item, this desk reflects the influence of American and Scandinavian design that Braakman discovered during his visits to Herman Miller and through the works of Charles & Ray Eames. Thanks to its compact dimensions and timeless aesthetic, this vintage Pastoe desk fits just as well in a contemporary interior as it does in a mid-century modern space. Stamped “Pastoe” inside a drawer. A rare piece sought after by collectors of European modernist furniture and 20th-century Dutch design. Specifications: Designer: Cees Braakman Manufacturer: Pastoe Model: EU01 – Japanese Series Period: 1950s Origin: Netherlands Frame: black lacquered metal Top & 4-drawer unit: teak veneer (key missing). Details: Black recessed handles and tubular legs Condition: Very nice vintage condition with light patina consistent with its age; top restored with eco-label varnish. Dimensions: Height: 72 cm, Length: 120 cm, Depth: 58 cm
Additional details:
- Style: Modernist
- Style: Japanese Minimalism
- Material: Teak
- Period: 1950s
Specifications
CategoryDeskConditionVery goodColorsBlack, BrownMaterialMetal, WoodStyleScandinavian, Mid Century ModernBrand / designerBraakmanBrandPastoeSeller locationMill, NetherlandsDelivery optionsDelivery or pickup
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ProfessionalMill, NetherlandsOn Whoppah since May 2020 • 4 sales