Image source: Carl Hansen & Søn — PK52A Student Desk
© Carl Hansen & Søn and the respective rights holders. Quoted to accompany INTEBEE's independent design commentary and research.
PK52A Student Desk
Poul Kjærholm's PK52A Student Desk: painted black oak on a black steel frame, 141.5 x 85 cm
1415 × 720 × 850 mm
Approx. $4,100 (reference price; varies by region and retailer)
Official product information
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Description
Overview
The PK52A Student Desk was created by Poul Kjærholm for a school, the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts, where he was on the academic staff. It is the smaller counterpart of the PK52 Professor Desk.
Construction
- Top: oak, painted black, with a reversible top
- Frame: black powder coated steel
- Drawer: optional
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Specifications
- 141.5 x 85 cm, H 72 cm
Story
A clean, light construction
Kjærholm brought wood and steel together in a pared-down desk that Carl Hansen & Søn calls a perfect example of his contribution to Danish design.
For students
The desk was designed for a school, the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts, while Kjærholm was a member of its academic staff; the page also says that the PK52A helped place Danish design on the world map.
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