Handsome mid-century modern smaller writing desk by the
Robert John Co. of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania featuring walnut cabinet with
white painted steel frame and white laminate top. It is from their Steelwood collection. This desk is in wonderful
restored condition. We have sanded and put a new finish on the walnut and the
metal frame. The laminate has been cleaned and polished. There are still signs
of age but nothing major. Please see photos. Circa 1960s.
This wonderful mid-century modern smaller size office desk
has been a real puzzle. It has taken much research and I’m still not sure I
know about the Robert John Co. from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Their tag says
Makers of Contemporary Furniture and that this desk is. When I google them all
I come up with is other pieces of furniture being offered that were made by
them, but I can’t find any history on the company. And, several listings say
the piece was designed by Robert John but made by Knoll. I have not found
supporting evidence of that statement! No matter. This is a fabulous desk with
a walnut box cabinet containing three equal size drawers that are adorned with
cool black and white handles. It is surrounded by a white painted metal frame
which accents the walnut wonderfully and a white laminate work surface. This
was originally in an architect’s office. I can see why. It has awesome lines
and is beautifully designed. This desk is just the right size for a home
office. Not as big as an executive desk but a little bigger than a writing
desk. Fabulous! Fabulous style! Fabulous size! Fabulous condition! Make it
yours.
ATTN: Since originally writing this I have obtained three
vintage brochures of Robert John furnishings and this desk is from their Steelwood
collection of the 1960s. I still do not know history of the company.
Desk:
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Height – 29.5 Inches
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Width – 54 Inches
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Depth – 30 Inches
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Kneehole Opening Size – 28 H x 30.25 W Inches
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Weight – 118.4 Pounds
Crated Size:
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Height – 36 Inches
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Width – 60 Inches
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Depth – 36 Inches
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Weight – 250 Pounds
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