VK201 Rosewood Dining Table by Vladimir Kagan for Kagan-Dreyfuss, 1958, Signed

This rare and important model #VK-201 sculptured Rosewood and Walnut 'Round Extension Dining Table' by Vladimir Kagan for Kagan-Dreyfuss was designed in 1958, this example produced between 1958 and 1960, during Kagan's partnership with Hugo Dreyfuss which ended in 1960. This rare example is stamped with the Kagan-Dreyfuss branded marks on the underside of the table and under one of the two leaves, and serves as an important early example of this sought-after design, perfect for collectors, art and design investors, and interior designers working on high profile projects.

This Model VK-201, described in Kagan's early catalogues as a 'Round Extension Dining Table in walnut with rosewood top' has Kagan's signature gorgeous sculpted legs in solid walnut along with a magnificent vivid-grained Rosewood top. Just look at the closeup photos of the sculpted edges and tailored legs... this table looks more like a sculpture than merely just furniture. Quality of materials and craftsmanship you don't find in todays products - this table is the epitome of the saying 'they don't make them like they used to'.

Ultra refinement in this gorgeous collectors piece which extends from a dining or card / game / cafe table seating for four, to a larger dining or meeting table suitable for eight. With no leaves - the table is 48" round and with both leaves extends to 96" while retaining a very nice 48" width.

Vladimir Kagan's works have been highly valued by collectors and art / design investors, and his earlier works in the 1950s partnership with Hugo Dreyfuss (Kagan-Dreyfuss from 1950 to 1960) are among the most sought after by 'purist collectors' like myself. Why do I prize his 1950s works above all else? I can write a short book on this, but one easy to explain reason is that this was a period unlike the rest of his career, where items produced in this time are hallmarked within that period - a distinction that his later works lacked. Essentially, everything post the early 60s blended together with the decades thereafter. A novice Kagan collector is content with anything by Kagan, even items produced by Directional and American Leather Company, but for true connoisseurs of Kagan, simply put: the 1950s was the bees knees.

Consider using this Vladimir Kagan for Kagan-Drefyuss sculptural Rosewood and Walnut extension dining table as a cafe table, breakfast nook table, game table in a den, reading / study table in a library, banquet table, tasting table in a wine cellar or tasting room, entryway as a center table with or without chairs, as a conference table or meeting table in an office or creative studio, or in a commercial space such as a boutique hotel, creative studio or retail store. Interior designers, get this set for your most discriminating collector client before your competition does. This table is an important part of history, and a rare piece which includes every detail a true collector desires.

DOCUMENTATION:

The Complete Kagan, A Lifetime of Avant-Garde Design, pg 52 and 265 Vladimir Kagan 1967 Catalogue, pg 31

MEASUREMENTS:

H 28.5" x W 48" x D 48" (with no leaves)

vladimirH 28.5" x W 72" x D 48" (with 1 leaf) 

H 28.5" x W 96" x D 48" (with 2 leaves)

*Leaves are 24" wide (each)

CONDITION:

Very good vintage condition with only light and minor wear, which includes faint scratches and scuffs (one side with moderate amount of faint scratching) and small nicks to legs. Leaves are slightly darker in color. Very attractive example that is ready for immediate use however can be refinished upon request.