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Thonet S 285/1 Desk – Black Steel
-35%

Thonet S 285/1 Desk – Black Steel

-35%5.180,00 € 3.367,00 €excl. VAT · 4.074,07 € incl. VAT

Sold as is, to be seen in our showroom

This showroom piece is sold as is and may show slight signs of use. So that you know exactly what you are buying, it is not sold online: book it, we put it aside and you come and see it in our showroom before deciding.

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Thonet S 285/1 writing desk in black lacquered tubular steel. Bauhaus design by Marcel Breuer (1935). 164 x 76 cm, height 73 cm. A modern design icon for your professional workspace.

A Bauhaus masterpiece for your workspace

The Thonet S 285/1 desk is an iconic creation by Marcel Breuer dating from 1935. Its frame in matt black lacquered tubular steel and lacquered wooden top embody the founding principles of the Bauhaus: a perfect union of art and technology, functionality and formal elegance. An authentic Thonet product, this writing desk stands as a statement piece for any exceptional workspace.

Design by Marcel Breuer (1935)

Marcel Breuer (1902-1981) is one of the most influential designers of the 20th century. Trained at the Bauhaus in Weimar, he developed a unique mastery of tubular steel, combining it with wood in creations now considered classics of modern design. The S 285 represents one of the most accomplished expressions of this expertise, a living testament to the New Objectivity.

Technical specifications

Width 164 cm
Height 73 cm
Depth 76 cm
Weight 61 kg
Frame Matt black lacquered tubular steel
Top and storage Lacquered or stained wood
Designer Marcel Breuer, 1935
Manufacturer Thonet (Germany)

A black steel design desk for an exceptional interior

With its 164 cm width, the Thonet S 285/1 offers a generous work surface, ideal for intensive professional use. Its standard height of 73 cm ensures optimal daily ergonomics, while its 76 cm depth provides impeccable working comfort. The matt black tubular steel finish pairs harmoniously with contemporary, industrial or mid-century modern interiors.

A Bauhaus design icon, this black steel writing desk integrates equally well into a management office or a visually distinctive home office. Its curved tubular steel frame creates a continuous, clean line, with wooden elements appearing to float within the metal structure.

An authentic Thonet product

Thonet is one of the most respected furniture makers in the world. Founded in 1819, it continues to produce its classics in Germany, with the same standards of craftsmanship that have built its reputation for over two centuries. Each S 285/1 desk is manufactured to original specifications, guaranteeing authenticity and exceptional longevity.

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