Wharton Esherick, Desk

Wharton Esherick
Desk

USA, 1956
sculpted walnut
28.25 h × 66.5 w × 28.5 d in (72 × 169 × 72 cm)

Desk features two pedestals, the left pedestal with a pull-out work surface over three drawers, and the right pedestal with one drawer over one door concealing nine shallow pull-out trays. Carved signature and date to edge of top 'WE 1956'.

Provenance: Private Collection

Literature: Wharton Esherick: The Journey of a Creative Mind, Bascom, pg. 180 illustrates a similar example

This item will preview and ship from Rago in Lambertville, New Jersey.
Condition Report: Minor wear commensurate with well maintained use over time including some shallow dents throughout. Warm patina to original finish. Very good to excellent condition.