Vladimir Kagan (American, 1927-2016) The Kagan Family Custom Dresser and Desk, Vladimir Kagan
Vladimir Kagan (American, 1927-2016) The Kagan Family Custom Dresser and Desk, Vladimir Kagan Designs, Inc., USA, circa 1950
Rosewood veneer, laminate, brass
Comprising a four-drawer chest, a three-drawer file cabinet, and a desk with tilting drafting worktop
Unmarked
(H: 28 7/8, L: 103 1/2, D: 26 in. (dresser/desk))
Qty: (3)
Provenance
Property from the Personal Collection of Vladimir Kagan
Note
The present lot was originally installed in the master bedroom of Vladimir Kagan and Erica Wilson's Park Avenue apartment.
Literature
Martin Eidelberg, Design 1935-1965: What Modern Was, Abrams, p. 162
Overall fair condition; moderate to heavy wear to cases, commensurate with age and everyday household use; this includes scratches, scuffs, finish wear, and a few veneer losses to bottom edges of drawer fronts; overall wear, scratches, and staining to patinated brass legs; drawers all open freely and glide as intended.
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Vladimir Kagan (American, 1927-2016) The Kagan Family Custom Dresser and Desk, Vladimir Kagan Designs, Inc., USA, circa 1950
Rosewood veneer, laminate, brass
Comprising a four-drawer chest, a three-drawer file cabinet, and a desk with tilting drafting worktop
Unmarked
(H: 28 7/8, L: 103 1/2, D: 26 in. (dresser/desk))
Qty: (3)
Provenance
Property from the Personal Collection of Vladimir Kagan
Note
The present lot was originally installed in the master bedroom of Vladimir Kagan and Erica Wilson's Park Avenue apartment.
Literature
Martin Eidelberg, Design 1935-1965: What Modern Was, Abrams, p. 162
Overall fair condition; moderate to heavy wear to cases, commensurate with age and everyday household use; this includes scratches, scuffs, finish wear, and a few veneer losses to bottom edges of drawer fronts; overall wear, scratches, and staining to patinated brass legs; drawers all open freely and glide as intended.