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C. 1945 Fletcher Art Deco Aviation Executive Desk in Figured Walnut

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This is a large American Art Deco Aviation Executive Desk, designed by Frank Fletcher and manufactured by Fletcher Aviation for Hughes Aircraft in Pasadena, California ca. 1945. The desk was initially designed in 1940, but a design patent number was not issued to Fletcher for the piece until 1945. The rounded triangular desk features a lush, highly figured walnut veneer, and it floats on a black plinth base. The desk is 44 inches deep, 72 inches wide, and is 29.5 inches high. The piece remains in truly terrific shape; There are some light scuffs and scratches on the legs, and there is evidence of age throughout. It has been fully refinished just recently and had some veneer repairs done during refinishing. Overall, this important desk is in very good condition. Please see photos. Genuinely faulty goods will be replaced or money refunded on a case by case basis, however we must be advised of any faulty goods upon receipt of the item. It is the customer's responsibility to pay for return shipping and ship the item back to us. If the item is found to be faulty, we will also refund the postage cost. If there is no damage to the item, but a return is approved, the buyer will be responsible for both the initial and return shipping cost. It is at our discretion to refuse the refund of undamaged goods. If an order is placed and you would like to cancel the order, please notify us immediately. Any refunds will be processed via the same means that payment was made.
  • Creator:
    Frank Fletcher (Designer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 29.5 in (74.93 cm)Width: 48 in (121.92 cm)Depth: 72 in (182.88 cm)
  • Style:
    Modern (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1945
  • Condition:
    Refinished. Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Philadelphia, PA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 240131021stDibs: LU8164240514962

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