About the item
This ST196 desk by Preben Fabricius & Jørgen Kastholm is a particularly refined example of Scandinavian modernism. The black top, the three practical drawers, and the extremely minimalist base create a powerful yet visually light ensemble.
About design and history
The design revolves entirely around proportion, functionality, and structural clarity. The drawer unit appears to float beneath the tabletop, while the slender metal frame gives the table an almost architectural appearance. Nothing is superfluous. It is precisely this radical simplicity that makes the desk surprisingly modern today and particularly attractive as an executive desk or statement piece.
About the designer and maker
Preben Fabricius and Jørgen Kastholm formed one of the strongest Danish design duos of the 1960s. Fabricius was trained as a furniture maker, Kastholm as a blacksmith, allowing their designs to exceptionally beautifully combine wood, metal, and technical precision. Today, their furniture is among the most sought-after Scandinavian design from this period.
About fitness
The desk is in good vintage condition and retains its sleek, elegant appearance.
