N° 6073 · Textile design
£70
One of a kind. When it’s gone, it’s gone.
A striking example of 1960s Dutch industrial design, this retractable pencil reflects the period’s fascination with precision engineering, functionalism, and beautifully considered everyday objects.
The streamlined, elongated form combines a retractable pencil mechanism, tapered nose and integrated pocket clip in a remarkably clean silhouette. Its understated geometry and mechanical detailing give it the distinctive character of mid-century European design—where practicality was elevated through thoughtful form and proportion.
The three accompanying original designs drawings offer a fascinating insight into the development of the piece, showing the pencil being carefully worked out by hand with measurements and construction details.
ink and pencil on paper or card (31 x 8cm for main design )
Free UK delivery on orders over £100, and every piece is wrapped with care. For US customers, I pay the export tariffs before dispatch.
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