Aluminum Desk 
175 L x 84 W x 78 H cm
S/N:2025.1
unique piece

The Aluminum Streamlined Desk is a sculptural piece that embodies fluidity and precision. Crafted by Jan Ankiersztajn, it features a seamless aluminum body, meticulously assembled from hand-shaped panels using traditional coachbuilding techniques. Each weld line is carefully filed and polished, creating a smooth, uninterrupted surface that captures the essence of movement.

Drawing inspiration from the bodywork of concept cars and early racing prototypes, the desk reflects the craftsmanship of a bygone era—where complex tubular frames were enveloped in hand-formed aluminum "skins." Moving away from digital design, Ankiersztajn embraces an improvisational approach, sketching geometries in space and refining them through hands-on craftsmanship. His dedication results in a striking, aerodynamic form that merges the elegance of classic car bodies with the organic contours of the human figure.

This desk was part of Jan Ankiersztajn's Body of Work solo exhibition at Objekt Gallery in Warsaw, which took place from January 25 to March 31, 2025.

Photos from the exhibition were taken by Michal Buczkowski-Przezdzik and are courtesy of Objekt Gallery.