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Vitra

Prouvé Compas Direction Desk

$4,180.00

Item No. 100407869

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Vitra

Prouvé Compas Direction Desk

$4,180.00

Item No. 100407869

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Prouvé Compas Direction Desk

$4,180.00

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The Compas Direction Desk (1953) is named for the way the powder-coated steel legs are shaped like the hinged arms of an architect’s compass, or “compas” in French. While slender in profile, the legs are strong and stable, which French designer Jean Prouvé achieved by drawing upon his expertise in engineering. The result is a durable, compact desk with an airy, architectural aesthetic. This classic desk is produced by Vitra, which worked closely with the Prouvé family to bring it back into production. Made in Poland.

Slender, elegant silhouette.
Solid oak top.
Sturdy sheet steel legs.

Brand: Vitra

General Dimensions

28¾" H 49¼" W 23½" D

Product Weight: 69 lbs

Assembly: Requires Assembly

Warranty: 1-year warranty
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Dimensions

Prouvé Compas Direction Desk

Height (in): 28¾
Width (in): 49¼
Depth (in): 23½
Weight (lbs): 69

Solid oak with oiled finish.
Sheet steel with powder-coated finish.

Jean Prouvé

“Never design anything that cannot be made,” Jean Prouvé once said. His practical body of work ranged from letter openers to doorknobs, furniture to modularly constructed buildings. Prouvé always regarded himself as more of an engineer, or “constructor,” than a designer. He never designed for the sake of form alone, concentrating instead on the essence of materials, connections, and production.

Prouvé Compas Direction Desk