Restoration Hardware La Salle Metal Wrapped Desk

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Seller's Notes:This is the iconic La Salle Metal-Wrapped Desk from Restoration Hardware, a centerpiece of their industrial-luxe collection. Inspired by French industrial designs of the early 20th century, it features hand-distressed zinc-wrapped sheet metal over a solid wood frame, accented with natural steel hardware and a beautiful walnut-lined interior. I’ve absolutely loved this desk as a workspace—it’s incredibly solid, professional, and honestly looks like a piece of art in the room. It’s a "buy it for life" kind of item. The metal has developed a light, natural patina over time that gives it that authentic, lived-in industrial character RH is known for. With 7 drawers (including two deep file drawers), it’s as functional as it is striking. I'm only parting with it because I'm refreshing the office layout, and I'd love to see it go to a home where its craftsmanship is appreciated. It’s a heavy, substantial piece that typically requires a long wait time and high shipping fees from RH, so this is a great chance to skip the lead time and the retail markup.

La Salle's 1940s industrial aesthetic combines clean proportions with hand-wrapped sheet metal. Painstakingly constructed, each piece features sheet metal secured by thousands of hand-hammered nails using a centuries-old technique. In a finishing process that takes from 7-10 days per silhouette, the metal is buffed by hand and antiqued through oxidation, displaying highs and lows that reveal the artisan's hand. Its warm patina only grows richer over time. Crafted of wood and hand-wrapped in sheet metal Mortise-and-tenon joinery Zinc finish is hand applied to brass sheet and antiqued for a mottled, uneven appearance that lends it its unique character Aged Bronze finish is hand applied to brass sheet and antiqued by hand Reactive finish will change over time, growing deeper, richer and more burnished Finished on all sides (including back), allowing for versatility in room placement Thousands of hand-hammered nails secure and accent the sheet metal 7 solid wood drawers Deep bottom drawers fit hanging letter or legal files Plinth base wrapped in metal Iron hardware

Brand: Restoration Hardware

Collection: La Salle Metal Wrapped

Manufacturer Link: https://rh.com/us/en/catalog/product/product.jsp/prod6451622