Karl Springer Ming Writing Desk/Console in Embossed Crocodile 1970s
Evan Lobel
Beautifully crafted Ming Writing Desk/Console in lacquered embossed crocodile leather with 3 drawers by Karl Springer, American 1970's. This was originally designed as a console which doubled as a writing desk but it is perfectly suited to be either. The glides on the drawers have been replaced with self-closing glides. Drawer bottoms covered in moire silk. Center drawer has a pencil holder. Springer’s lacquered leathers were typically done in a 2 tone lacquer and the colors here are white and ivory. 2 Tone lacquers give the leather incredible depth.
Reference:
Karl Springer LTD red binder catalog published in the 1980’s, section “Coffee Tables and Bar Carts”, on page 9 there is a photo of the coffee table model of this desk with the page titled “KARL SPRINGER LTD CHINESE STYLE COFFEE TABLE (page) 9”.
W: 63 inches
D: 18 inches
H: 29 inches
Condition: Excellent - Piece has been fully restored and is in like new condition.
$15,000
ref: desk126