The Vitra Compas Direction Desk, designed by Jean Prouvé in 1953, is a design classic that blends architectural precision with refined craftsmanship. It features a minimalist aesthetic with a solid wood tabletop and distinctive, elegantly splayed, tapered powder-coated steel legs inspired by the arms of a compass. Ideal for a modern home office or study, this piece emphasizes structural clarity, balance, and functional beauty.
- Slender, elegant silhouette
- Solid oak top
- Sturdy sheet steel legs
- Powder-coated finish
- Inspired by an architect's compass
- Designed by Jean Prouvé (1953)
- Solid wood tabletop with oiled finish
- Made to order
- Solid wood tabletop with various finish options
Details
- Category
- Writing Desks
- Tabletop Shape
- Rectangular
- Tabletop Material
- Wood, Oak wood
- Frame Material
- Steel
- Leg Material
- Steel
- Leg Pattern
- Solid
- Tabletop Pattern
- Solid
- Frame Pattern
- Solid
- Furniture Fixture Features
- Assembly required
- Materials
- Solid oak, Sheet steel
Questions & answers
- How much does it cost, and where can I buy it?
- This Vitra writing desk is sold by 2 retailers for $4,560.00. The lowest in-stock price is $4,560.00. Available at dwr.com and 2modern.com.
- Is it in stock?
- Yes. It's in stock at 1 of 2 retailers.
- What are the key features?
- Key features include Slender, elegant silhouette, Solid oak top, Sturdy sheet steel legs, Powder-coated finish, and Inspired by an architect's compass.
- What is it made of?
- It's made of solid oak and sheet steel.
- What's its frame pattern?
- Its frame pattern is solid.
- What's its furniture/fixture features?
- Its furniture/fixture features is assembly required.