Jacques Adnet writing desk in leather France 1950

Jacques Adnet

France, 1900 – 1984
Designer, architect, interior designer

This stunning avant-garde desk, designed by Jacques Adnet and crafted in his own atelier in France during the 1950s, is a masterful blend of luxury and innovation. The frame is fashioned from solid brass, wrapped in rich black leather that exudes elegance and timeless appeal. The brass top has been left unfinished, showcasing a warm and original patina that speaks to the piece’s vintage character. Below the tabletop, two hidden drawers can be fully rotated outward using sophisticated brass ring handles, revealing a practical yet beautifully concealed storage solution—like discovering a hidden treasure.

A sleek brass bar elegantly connects the legs, adding both stability and aesthetic charm, while the combination of soft leather and warm brass creates a striking contrast that sets this desk apart as a true visual delight. The thoughtful fusion of materials gives the piece a unique character, embodying Adnet’s avant-garde approach.

Jacques Adnet (1900–1984) was a pioneering French modernist designer, architect, and interior designer renowned for his sophisticated use of leather in furniture design. In the 1950s, he developed a distinctive style that became synonymous with French modernism, securing prestigious commissions such as the private apartments of the French President at the Élysée Palace and the meeting room at UNESCO headquarters in Paris. Later, from 1959 to 1970, Adnet served as director of the École nationale supérieure des arts décoratifs in Paris, where his influence shaped generations of designers. His legacy endures as a hallmark of post-war French design, merging functional beauty with refined craftsmanship.

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