Big Desk with Dactyl by BBPR for Olivetti Synthesis, Italy, 1963, Set of 2

About This Piece

Vintage Design

Desk designed in the '60s by Studio BBPR for Olivetti Synthesis.
The desk is complete with a swivel typewriter and a triple drawer unit with a functioning lock, and a five-drawer typewriter.
The extraordinary state of preservation enhances the beauty of this historic office piece of furniture that holds an important place in the history of design.
The dactyl, as seen in the last photographs, can be removed from the desk.

BBPR was the acronym for the group of Italian architects who designed the Spazio series of office furniture for Olivetti Synthesis in the early 1960s. BBPR won the 1962 Compasso d'Oro award with this innovative line.

Measurements: Desk L. 157 cm, D. 80 cm, H 74 cm- Typewriter: L. 86 cm, D.38 cm H.68 cm

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Creator	BBPR
Manufacturer	Olivetti Synthesis
Design Period	1960 to 1969
Year	1963
Production Period	1960 to 1969
Country of Manufacture	Italy
Identifying Marks	This piece has an attribution mark
Style	Vintage, Mid-Century, Industrial
Detailed Condition	Very Good — This vintage item has no defects, but it may show slight traces of use.
Restoration and Damage Details	Light wear consistent with age and use, Surface has been polished, Surface has been refinished, Small filled plastic breakage on last drawer of dactyl
Product Code	ERB-1076308
Materials	Metal, Plastic
Color	Black, brown, grey
Width	157 cm 61.8 inch
Depth	80 cm 31.5 inch
Height	74 cm 29.1 inch
Duties Notice	Import duty is not included in the prices you see online. You may have to pay import duties upon receipt of your order.

Shipping & Delivery

Ships from	Italy
Duties Notice	Import duty is not included in the prices you see online. You may have to pay import duties upon receipt of your order.
Returns	Returns accepted within two days of delivery, except for Made-to-order items

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Delivery Options

Front Door Delivery: (Included in Every Order)	A skilled driver will unload the item(s) from the delivery truck and bring it to your building’s doorstep. You will be responsible for further transport beyond that point. We recommend asking a family member or friend for an extra hand; alternatively, you may upgrade to In-Home Delivery (see below). The delivery partner will email and/or call you at least one day in advance to arrange a delivery time. A wooden crate may be used for intercontinental shipments for maximum protection. Item will be left in its packaging after delivery. A signature will be required upon delivery.
In-Home Delivery: (For in-home delivery service, additional fees apply. Please get in touch)	A skilled driver or a team of two will bring your item(s) inside your home and place it in the immediate entryway. For unusually large or heavy items, we recommend asking a family member or friend for an extra hand, as we cannot send more than 2 drivers. The delivery partner will email and/or call you one day in advance to arrange a delivery time. A wooden crate may be used for intercontinental shipments for maximum protection. Item will be left in its packaging after delivery. A signature will be required upon delivery.

Front Door Delivery:
(Included in Every Order)

A skilled driver will unload the item(s) from the delivery truck and bring it to your building’s doorstep. You will be responsible for further transport beyond that point. We recommend asking a family member or friend for an extra hand; alternatively, you may upgrade to In-Home Delivery (see below).
The delivery partner will email and/or call you at least one day in advance to arrange a delivery time.
A wooden crate may be used for intercontinental shipments for maximum protection.
Item will be left in its packaging after delivery.
A signature will be required upon delivery.

In-Home Delivery:
(For in-home delivery service, additional fees apply. Please get in touch)

A skilled driver or a team of two will bring your item(s) inside your home and place it in the immediate entryway. For unusually large or heavy items, we recommend asking a family member or friend for an extra hand, as we cannot send more than 2 drivers.
The delivery partner will email and/or call you one day in advance to arrange a delivery time.
A wooden crate may be used for intercontinental shipments for maximum protection.
Item will be left in its packaging after delivery.
A signature will be required upon delivery.

*Important Note

Please examine every order upon delivery. In the event that there are visible signs of damage or missing or incorrect pieces, please indicate the problem on the Delivery Note and contact us within 48 hours of delivery. A signed delivery receipt without notations of missing, damaged, or incorrect item(s) represents your acceptance of the complete order in perfect condition.