EU01 “Japanese Series” Desk by Cees Braakman for Pastoe
1,350.00€
An icon of 1950s Dutch design, this EU01 desk designed by Dutch designer Cees Braakman for Pastoe belongs to the celebrated “Japanese Series,” a collection that became emblematic of European modernist furniture.
Produced in the late 1950s, this vintage desk captivates with its perfect balance of Japanese minimalism, modernist lines, and Scandinavian functionality. Its restored teak top, refinished with eco-label varnish, brings warmth and elegance, beautifully contrasted by the light black metal frame, a signature element of Cees Braakman’s work.
The EU01 model stands out through its recessed black handles, finely curved drawers, and slender tubular base. A true collector’s piece, this desk reflects the influence of American and Scandinavian design discovered by Braakman during his visits to Herman Miller and through the work of Charles Eames and Ray Eames.
Thanks to its compact proportions and timeless aesthetic, this vintage Pastoe desk integrates beautifully into both contemporary interiors and mid-century modern spaces.
Pastoe stamp inside one drawer.
A rare and highly sought-after piece among collectors of European modernist furniture and 20th-century Dutch design.
Features:
- Designer : Cees Braakman
- Manufacturer: Pastoe
- Model: EU01 – Japanese Series
- Period: 1950s
- Origin: Netherlands
- Structure: Black lacquered metal
- Top & 4-drawer cabinet: Teak veneer (key missing)
- Details: Recessed black handles and tubular legs
- Condition: Excellent vintage condition with light age-related patina; top restored with eco-label varnish
- Dimensions: H 72 cm × W 120 cm × D 58 cm
- Delivery throughout France
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Discover our French modernist desks as well
In the same spirit as 1950s and 1960s modernist design, discover our selection of vintage desks by leading French designers of the 20th century:
- Bureau CM 172 par Pierre Paulin — an emblematic model with minimalist and sculptural lines designed by the renowned French designer.
- Bureau 620 par Pierre Guariche — an iconic piece of French modernist design combining functionality, elegance, and architectural simplicity.
