Albini Desk of Knoll International

With glass, chrome-plated steel and painted wood, Franco Albini's 1958 floating pedestal desk demonstrates a commitment to both modernism and traditional artisanship by utilizing raw materials.

Base:
Frame and legs in square steel tube with chrome finish.
Top:
1/2" polished plate glass.
Pedestal:
2 drawer ‘‘floating’’ wood pedestal. Rear open shelf for magazines or small books.
Pedestal dimensions:
161/2" w x 26" d x 81/4" h
Drawer dimensions:
141/8" w x 141/8" d x 21/2" h
Rear shelf dimensions:
151/2" w x 81/2" d x 7" h