With its light wood oak veneer and black-painted legs, this second-hand oak desk has a contemporary look inspired by the 1970s. Its clean lines highlight the contrast between the light-coloured top and the darkened base, with a French flair that is easy to coordinate with modern interiors. The two drawers hold essential work items, while the compartment beneath the top provides additional storage for notebooks or files. Placed in a study or bedroom, it creates a clean and elegant workspace without visual clutter. On the top, a metal lamp and a few books are all that is needed to create a refined and functional setting.
Length: 100 cm
Width: 50 cm
Height: 73 cm
Height under top: 60 cm
Drawer height: 8 cm
Drawer width: 29.5 cm
Drawer depth: 43.5 cm
Compartment width: 56 cm
Compartment depth: 45 cm
Compartment height: 9 cm
A brief history of the desk
It all began with the "bure", a thick brown wool cloth that covered the tables of copying monks to protect their precious manuscripts. By extension, the table itself eventually took the name of the fabric that covered it: the desk. Unlike a secretary desk, it is defined by its wide fixed top and exposed legs, offering an unadorned space for reflection. Also known as a "flat desk", it remains the centrepiece for creating a workspace with character.
