Jean Prouvé
Compas Direction, 1953

Table-top:  solid wood in natural oak with an oiled finish, dark stained oak with a protective natural lacquer finish, or American walnut with an oiled finish.

Base:  bent sheet steel, powder-coated finish (smooth).

Origin of wood:  oak (Quercus robur) from Western Europe and/or Poland; American walnut (Juglans nigra) from the USA.

28 ¾ H 45 W 20 ¾ D in.
(73 x 114 x 53 cm)

The Compas Direction desk by Jean Prouvé is a thing of beauty. It’s simple, yet elegant. It’s functional, yet sculptural. And it’s perfect for the modern home office. The desk’s slender, elegantly splayed legs are like the hinged arms of a compass. They’re strong and sturdy, yet they also have a sense of lightness and grace.

The desk’s top is made of solid wood, which gives it a warm and inviting feel. It’s also very durable, so you can be sure that it will last for many years to come. The Compas Direction desk is perfect for the modern home office because it’s compact and efficient. It doesn’t take up a lot of space, but it still provides plenty of room for your computer, papers, and other work materials.

I love the Compas Direction desk because it’s a reminder that good design can be both beautiful and functional. It’s a table that you can be proud to have in your home office, and it’s a table that will help you get your work done efficiently and in style.

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