MID-CENTURY MAGIC BOX DESK
Updated October 17, 2026
This auction ended on October 29, 2026.
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| Lot number | 339 |
| Estimate | 800.00 - 1,600.00 CAD |
| Category | Antiques & Furniture |
| Auction | OCTOBER ESTATES |
| Date | October 29, 2026 at 7:00 PM EDT |
| Auction house | Visbids |
| Location | Brantford, ON |
A mid-century magic box folding desk, featuring fold-out side panels that reveal slots for storing papers, files and space for office equipment, a pull-out desk with fold-down "wings" and drawer and a light that extends from an arm that when put back automatically triggers the off switch, finished in light oak, closes up to a self-contained cube requiring little floor space. This piece was designed by Ernst Mumenthaler and Otto Meier, Switzerland in the 1950s, very good condition. 32"W x 45"H x 21"D closed. 64.5"W x 45"H x 21"D open.