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An icon of Danish design, this original Partners Desk by Peter Lovig Nielsen is both sculptural and supremely functional—designed for those who value form and craftsmanship in equal measure.
Lovig’s masterful use of teak showcases the wood’s warm glow and fine grain, while the floating top and tapered legs give the piece its signature lightness. Designed to be appreciated from every angle, this desk features an ingenious reversible design with drawers and open shelving accessible from both sides—making it ideal for placement in the center of a room.
Every curve and join reflects the meticulous attention to detail that defined Danish Modernism at its peak. The sculpted drawer pulls are elegantly integrated into the front, adding a touch of refinement that feels as modern today as it did in the 1960s.
Lovig’s furniture was designed for longevity—built from solid hardwoods, crafted with integrity, and finished with care. This restored example retains its original character while being brought back to its full luster in our San Diego workshop.
This piece captures the essence of Scandinavian modernism: warm, functional, and timeless. Both sculptural and practical, it remains as relevant in a contemporary interior as it was when first introduced.
Key features:
Wood: Teak
Joinery: Precision Dovetail and Mortise Construction
Features: Flip-Top Writing Surface, Floating Rear Bookshelf. Comes with key to lock one of the middle drawers.
Provenance: Danish Manufacture, Circa 1970
Dimensions: 64 W × 28.5 D (closed) X 28.5H / 37.5 D (when open)
Condition: Excellent vintage condition with minor wear consistent with age.
Designer: Peter Lovig Nielsen. Marked with manufacturer burn mark underneath
An icon of Danish design, this original Partners Desk by Peter Lovig Nielsen is both sculptural and supremely functional—designed for those who value form and craftsmanship in equal measure.
Lovig’s masterful use of teak showcases the wood’s warm glow and fine grain, while the floating top and tapered legs give the piece its signature lightness. Designed to be appreciated from every angle, this desk features an ingenious reversible design with drawers and open shelving accessible from both sides—making it ideal for placement in the center of a room.
Every curve and join reflects the meticulous attention to detail that defined Danish Modernism at its peak. The sculpted drawer pulls are elegantly integrated into the front, adding a touch of refinement that feels as modern today as it did in the 1960s.
Lovig’s furniture was designed for longevity—built from solid hardwoods, crafted with integrity, and finished with care. This restored example retains its original character while being brought back to its full luster in our San Diego workshop.
This piece captures the essence of Scandinavian modernism: warm, functional, and timeless. Both sculptural and practical, it remains as relevant in a contemporary interior as it was when first introduced.
Key features:
Wood: Teak
Joinery: Precision Dovetail and Mortise Construction
Features: Flip-Top Writing Surface, Floating Rear Bookshelf. Comes with key to lock one of the middle drawers.
Provenance: Danish Manufacture, Circa 1970
Dimensions: 64 W × 28.5 D (closed) X 28.5H / 37.5 D (when open)
Condition: Excellent vintage condition with minor wear consistent with age.
Designer: Peter Lovig Nielsen. Marked with manufacturer burn mark underneath
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Wood Care
Keep the furniture in a cool, dry place
Avoid furniture's direct exposure to rain, sun or wind
Avoid placing hot objects directly on the piece to prevent undesirable marks or permanent circles.
Avoid placing objects that may cause scratches to the surface
Clean using water only in small quantities and apply it with soft, damp cloth
After damp cloth wipe with a soft, dry cloth
You can use other liquids that are especially for cleaning wood furniture. Take into account the type of wood and follow the manufacturer's instructions
Upholstery Care
Do not expose directly to sunlight to provide greater durability colors
Exchange both side pads, the seat and backrest, to obtain uniform wear
Shake the cushions regularly to remove dust and to maintain the stability of the form
Clean regularly with a vacuum cleaner in good condition
Use a textile fabric cleaning substance according to and following the manufacturer's instructions
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