This exquisite desk set by Dan Karner (also known as Daniel Karner) showcases the beauty of French Art Deco design. Crafted with genuine pony skin fur, rich cognac leather, intricately carved wood, and sparkling crystal, these elegant desktop accessories are a must-have for any desk or writing accessory collector. The set consists of five pieces: a desk pad with a letter opener, a blotter, a notebook, an inkwell, and an ashtray. Each piece bears the signature "Dan Karner" engraved on the desk pad, ashtray, and inkwell holders.
 
Note: Dan Karner, also known as Daniel Karner, was a French designer and craftsman who worked in France in the 1930s. He had a small craft store in Paris, France, in the 3rd Arrondissement until 1940. Dan Karner primarily worked independently with apprentices. He specialized in carved wood and elegant home decoration. The items he creates are elegant and exclusive, with a range that includes bookends, cocktail picks, desk accessories, and decorative lamps - all of which are limited editions. One morning in 1940, he did not come to open his studio. He was of Jewish origin, and the story goes that he left Paris and crossed France and the Pyrenees to escape the German occupation. After the war, he never returned to France, but a few pieces are on the market bearing his signature and the following notation: "Creaciones - Barcelona - Spain." That information indicates he traveled to Spain and resumed his activities in Barcelona. Several years ago, in France, we had the privilege of meeting an elderly gentleman who had been one of his apprentices in his youth. He provided us with invaluable information and precious anecdotes about this great Art Deco designer.